IX. Scholarships and Other Awards
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
In-course Travel Grants
| A.W. Archibald Memorial Travel Grant [T4541] | |
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| Mr. A.W. Archibald, O.A.C. '33 with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, provide these travel grants to students who plan to travel for a semester abroad or to attend other schools outside of Canada for workshops or other academic related purposes. Apply to Student Financial Services with a letter outlining proposed travel plans and academic purpose accompanied by a letter of support from a faculty member or student advisor, and a Need-Based Travel grant application by October 7. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
A.W. Archibald, O.A.C. '33 with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Undergraduate students in any O.A.C. program with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards up to $1000 |
| Aeroplan International Travel Grant [T0604] | |
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| Established to provide students with an airline ticket to international destinations served by Air Canada or its Star Alliance partners. Apply to Student Financial Services by June 30 with a "Travel Grant Need-based Application". Preference will be given to students participating in the semester abroad or academic exchanges. Award is subject to the availability of Aeroplan miles and may not be available every year. | |
| Donor(s): |
Aeroplan
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in a degree program who have completed a minimum of 4.0 credits; have a minimum cumulative average of 70%; have demonstrated financial need; and will be participating in official University of Guelph international travel activities related to their academic program. |
| Amount: | 1 or more awards of a plane ticket |
| Arthur D. Latornell Undergraduate Travel Grants [T0058] | |
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| An endowment fund established in memory of Arthur D. Latornell, O.A.C. '50, who had a life-long professional career in resource management and conservation and a special interest in helping young people. The funds are given to provide twenty-five travel grants. These travel grants are offered to assist students in attending conferences, courses, co-op student exchanges or study abroad programs in these areas. Students may receive this grant only once. Apply to Student Financial Services. Deadline dates are June 30 for Fall and Winter travel, October 1 for Winter travel, and February 1 for Summer travel. Up to 80% of estimated travel costs to a maximum of $1,000. | |
| Donor(s): |
The Estate of Arthur D. Latornell
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| Qualification(s): | Students travelling as part of their program who have completed a minimum of 4.0 credits with at least a 70% average and whose primary area of interest is related to natural resources management, environmental science, conservation, soil science and/or rural development. Students will be asked to submit a one-page review of their travel experience, including the role the travel grant played, to the University after completion of the travel. |
| Amount: | several up to a maximum of $1000 |
| Bruce E. Christie Travel Grant for Agricultural Communications [T0824] | |
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| Established in honour of Bruce (OAC 1958A), to support Bruce’s unwavering dedication to excellence in communications between the agri-food industry and its various constituents, especially urban and rural audiences. Students who have been chosen to participate in Canadian Agri-Marketing Association (CAMA) professional development activities, including its Annual General Meeting, are eligible. No application is required. | |
| Donor(s): |
Various Donors to the Bruce E. Christie Recognition Fund c/o The OAC Alumni Foundation
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| Qualification(s): | Students chosen by the University of Guelph CAMA (Canadian Agri-Marketing Association) student chapter to participate in national or international professional development programs, including the annual meeting of CAMA. |
| Amount: | multiple awards not to exceed $1,500 |
| Canada's Outdoor Farm Show Travel Grants [T3536] | |
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| Established by Canada's Outdoor Farm Show and the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Need-Based Travel Grant application by February 1. The letter should outline the reasons for participating in the meeting, competition, etc., and include a brief statement of learning objectives and appropriate involvement in student activities. Upon successful return from travel opportunity, student(s) should be willing to present report to classmates and/or faculty. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Canada's Outdoor Farm Show with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Undergraduate students in O.A.C. who have completed semester 4 in Agricultural Science or Agricultural Business or who have completed semester 2 of the Diploma in Agriculture program (Alfred, Guelph, Kemptville, Ridgetown). |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University in Jerusalem Travel Grant [T4532] | |
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| The Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, have established these travel scholarships to assist students study at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Apply with a completed Need-Based Travel Grant Application to Student Financial Services by June 30 for fall and/or winter travel, October 1 for winter travel and February 1 for summer travel. ACCESS AWARD. Up to three awards totalling $7500. | |
| Donor(s): |
Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University in Jerusalem with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust
Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Undergraduate degree students in either the second or third year of study. Applicants must provide documentation that they have approval from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (i) to take courses and (ii) for the period of the visit. Students must also arrange appropriate University of Guelph approvals for a "Letter of Permission" prior to applying. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | A number of awards to a maximum of $7,500 |
| Charles and Betty Webster International Study Scholarships [T0575] | |
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| Established by Elizabeth Comper in memory of her parents, Charles Webster, O.A.C. '36 and Betty Webster. Submit a letter of no more than two pages outlining the intended international exchange or study abroad program, reasons for choosing the program and the anticipated benefits of participation in the program. Selection will be based on the international study program benefit to individual applicant and leadership potential based on information submitted in the application. Apply by May 15 to the O.A.C. Awards with a letter including a brief summary of extracurricular and student related activities and a summary of the travel program. Letters of recommendation will also be considered as part of the application package. | |
| Donor(s): |
Mrs. Elizabeth Comper
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| Qualification(s): | Students enrolled in B.Sc.(Agr) with a minimum 75% cumulative average who intend to participate in an international exchange program or semester abroad. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $500 |
| Class of OAC ’59 Experiential Learning Travel Grant [T0702] | |
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| The Class of OAC ’59, in recognition of their 50th anniversary since graduation, has established this award to assist students participating in meetings, conferences, seminars, tradeshows, course field trips, semesters abroad, etc. Selection will be based on relevance of intended travel and benefits to program of study. Apply by April 1st to the OAC Awards Office with a letter outlining planned travel, reasons for travel, dates of travel, estimated costs and expected benefits. A reference letter from a faculty member providing criteria for relevance of intended travel and benefits to program of study would be beneficial. | |
| Donor(s): |
OAC ‘59
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any undergraduate degree program of OAC who have completed a minimum 8.0 credits or students registered in the Diploma in Agriculture or Horticulture programs at Alfred, Kemptville or Ridgetown campuses or Turfgrass Diploma at the Guelph campus who have completed 6.0 credits are eligible. Students must have a 70% cumulative average and must have travel related to their studies to be considered. |
| Amount: | Several awards of up to $15,000 |
| D & G Hart Travel Grant [T0601] | |
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| Douglas H., O.A.C. 1922, and George M., O.A.C. 1927, were long time supports of O.A.C. and believed greatly in the benefits that travel provided to an individual's personal and professional growth. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by May 15 with a letter of no more than two pages, outlining the intended study program/conference/or other type of travel opportunity, the reasons for choosing the travel program and the anticipated benefits of participation. Letters of recommendation will be considered as part of the application package. This award cannot be held with any other University of Guelph Travel Grant. | |
| Donor(s): |
Family of Douglas and George Hart
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| Qualification(s): | Students currently enrolled in any O.A.C program with a minimum 70% cumulative average who intend to participate in travel related to course study. |
| Amount: | 1 award of up to awards of $750 |
| Frank E. Wolff International Scholarships [T0313] | |
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| The late Frank E. Wolff was a faculty member and a graduate of O.A.C. He was active in the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation and in the establishment of the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation. This scholarship fund was established in memory of Frank E. Wolff, Mr. A.O. Wolff and family. As a faculty member, he studied the techniques of artificial insemination of cattle in Denmark and upon his return in 1939, employed these techniques in the O.A.C. herd. To be considered for this award, students must apply for the J. Ross Cavers International Scholarship by May 15. | |
| Donor(s): |
Ron Wolff - friends and associates
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| Qualification(s): | Students who have an interest in International Agriculture. The scholarships will be awarded to students with a minimum of a 70% standing over the first 4 semester levels of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. Students must register for the International Field Study course (AGR*2500) in the year the award is received. |
| Amount: | Up to 5 awards of $600 |
| George Raithby Memorial Travel Grant [T0828] | |
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| Professor Raithby was a graduate of OAC 1922 and this fund was established by friends, family and the livestock industry in 1984 to honour his significant contributions to the college. Apply by May 15th to the Office of the Chair of the Animal and Poultry Science Department with a letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining the proposed national or international learning or professional development opportunity and the ways in which attendance will benefit their learning experience. The letter should also include a detailed travel plan and budget. | |
| Donor(s): |
OAC Alumni Foundation through the various donations to the George Raithby Memorial Lecture Fund.
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in BSc(Agr) Animal Science, BSc Animal Biology and BBRM(Equine) programs within OAC who are participating in national or international professional development opportunities including, but not limited to, team competitions or semester abroad study. |
| Amount: | several awards not to exceed a total of $4,000 annually |
| Ginty Jocius Journey of Growth Travel Grant [T0658] | |
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| Family and friends of Ginty Jocius, B.Sc.(Agr), 1970, have established this award in honour of his personal and professional contributions to agriculture marketing and communications. Selection will be based on relevance of intended travel and benefits to program of study. Preference will be given to students attending the Canadian Agri-Marketing Association Competition at the National Agri-Marketing Association Conference. Apply by February 1st to the OAC Awards Office with a letter outlining planned travel, reasons for travel, dates of travel, estimated costs and expected benefits. Include a reference letter from a faculty member providing criteria for relevance of intended travel and benefits to program of study. | |
| Donor(s): |
Ginty Jocius and Family
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program or the Agricultural Business major of the B.Comm. program who have completed a minimum of 8.0 credits and are travelling for academic purposes such as participating in meetings, conferences, seminars, trade shows, and/or course field trips. |
| Amount: | Several awards of up to $3,000 |
| H.C. Mason Travel Scholarships [T0598] | |
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| In memory of the late H.C. Mason, a travel fund, within the O.A.C. Teaching Trust, for O.A.C. students has been established by F.W. Bray of Hamilton. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by May 15, no more than two semesters prior to the commencement of the travel program, with the submission of a letter of no more than two pages outlining the intended study program/conference/or other type of learning opportunity, reasons for choosing the program and the anticipated benefits of participation. A letter of recommendation will be considered as part of the application package. This grant in not tenable with other University of Guelph travel grants. | |
| Donor(s): |
Mr. F.W. Bray
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| Qualification(s): | Student who are currently registered in an Ontario Agricultural College undergraduate program with a minimum of 70% cumulative average who intend to participate in travel related to course study |
| Amount: | various awards up to $1,500 |
| J. Ross Cavers Study Abroad Scholarship [T0051] | |
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| O.A.C. '53 provides these scholarships in memory of J. Ross Cavers, their honorary year member, professor emeritus, and respected poultry scientist. Apply by letter outlining the intended semester abroad program, the reasons for choosing the program and the perceived value of participation along with a brief summary of related and extracurricular activities to the O.A.C. Awards Office by May 15. A letter of recommendation will also be considered as part of the application package. Application should be made a maximum of two semesters prior to participation in the intended travel program. | |
| Donor(s): |
Class of O.A.C. '53
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| Qualification(s): | Undergraduate student in O.A.C. planning to participate in a semester abroad program with a minimum 75% cumulative average. Preference will be given to a candidate who has exhibited qualities of leadership. |
| Amount: | 3 awards of $2,000 |
| Kenneth W. Knox Undergraduate Leadership Travel Grant [T4403] | |
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| Established to honour and recognize Kenneth Knox, Kemptville ’67, OAC ’72, for his passionate and innovative career. Selection will be based on relevance of intended travel and benefits to program of study, demonstrated leadership contributions and financial need. Apply by October 7 to Student Financial Services with a letter outlining planned travel, reasons for travel, dates of travel, estimated costs, expected benefits, demonstrated leadership as evidenced by participation in extracurricular activities or volunteer services, along with a completed University of Guelph Financial Need Assessment Form. A reference letter from a faculty member providing criteria for relevance of intended travel and benefits to program of study would be considered. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Friends and Family of Kenneth Knox with matching funding through the Ontario Trust for Student Support program
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program offered by OAC who have demonstrated leadership contributions, have completed a minimum of 10.0 credits with a minimum 70% cumulative average and plan to participate in an experiential learning opportunity related to their field of study, such as: semester abroad, exchange program, etc. and have demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OTSS award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 1 award of $2,000 |
| Kincardine Shippers Association Travel Grant [T0676] | |
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| Established by the members of the Kincardine Shippers Association to assist students in pursuit of their educational goals. Selection will be based on the stated travel benefits, leadership potential and financial need considered. Preference will be given to students from the Municipality of Kincardine and the Township of Huron-Kinloss. Apply with a letter of no more than two pages outlining the intended study program or type of learning opportunity, reasons for choosing the program and the anticipated benefits of participation, along with a Need-Based Travel grant application by October 7 to Student Financial Services. A letter of recommendation will be considered as part of the application. | |
| Donor(s): |
Kincardine Shippers Association
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program offered by O.A.C. with a minimum 70% cumulative average who plan to participate in travel related to course study. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Lorne Page Memorial Travel Grants [T0475] | |
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| Established by Shirley Page in memory of her husband Lorne, a staff member in Animal and Poultry Science for over 34 years. Apply by letter to the Chair, Department of Animal and Poultry Science by February 1, outlining the nature of the conference and your contribution to the program in the department. One or two awards totalling $1,000. | |
| Donor(s): |
Shirley Page
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| Qualification(s): | Students in Animal Biology or in Agricultural Science with an interest in animal production who have completed 12.50 credits with satisfactory academic standing and who are planning to attend a student conference or activity related to animal production. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $800 |
| Massey Fund Travel Scholarships [T0417] | |
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| Travel scholarships available from the Massey Fund. Not tenable with other awards that support travel costs. Apply by letter outlining the study abroad/exchange program and travel costs to the O.A.C. Dean's Office by May 15. | |
| Donor(s): |
O.A.C. Awards Committee
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. undergraduate students who are participating in an approved study abroad or exchange program outside Canada. Academic standing in the last two full-time semesters or equivalent will be used to determine recipients. |
| Amount: | 6 awards of up to $1,500 each |
| Michael Chepesuik International Travel Grant [T0373] | |
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| Offered in memory of the late Michael W. Chepesuik, O.A.C.'30. Application by letter should be made to the O.A.C. Dean's Office by May 15, and include a description of the study program. Travel grant (or grants). Up to 80% of the actual travel costs associated with the study outside of Canada program will be covered up to a maximum of $1,000 per student. | |
| Donor(s): |
Mr. Michael W. Chepisuik
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| Qualification(s): | Students pursuing studies in Food Agriculture and Resource Economics and who are studying outside of Canada for one or more semesters. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $500 |
| O.A.C. '05 Excellence Travel Grant [T0060] | |
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| In honour of the O.A.C. Class of 1905 and with the support of the O.A.C. Class of 2005. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by May 15 with the submission of a letter of no longer than two pages outlining the intended study program/conference/or other type of learning opportunity, reasons for choosing the program and the anticipated benefits of participation. A letter of recommendation will be considered as part of the application package. This grant in not tenable with other University of Guelph travel grants. | |
| Donor(s): |
Class of OAC 1905 and the Class of OAC 2005
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| Qualification(s): | Student who are currently registered in an Ontario Agricultural College undergraduate degree program and wish to travel to expand their educational opportunities. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $300 |
| O.A.C. '47 Travel Bursaries [T3505] | |
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| Provided by O.A.C.'47 on the occasion of its 50th anniversary and with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Need-based Travel Grant Application at least one month prior to departure by October 1, for winter travel, February 1 for summer travel or June 1 for fall travel. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
O.A.C. '47 with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. undergraduate students who have demonstrated financial need and who are participating in a study abroad program for academic credit at an approved institution. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | several awards of various amounts |
| O.A.C. '54 International Study Scholarship [T0586] | |
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| Established in memory of Beth Duncan to support students participating in an exchange program, study abroad semester, or a field trip course. Submit a letter (of not more than two pages) outlining the intended international study program, reasons for choosing the program and the anticipated benefits of participation. Letters should also include a brief summary of extracurricular and student related activities. Letters of reference will be considered. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by May 15, no more than two semesters prior to the commencement of the program. | |
| Donor(s): |
Class of O.A.C. '54
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| Qualification(s): | Currently registered students in O.A.C. who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents with a minimum 75% cumulative program average who intend to participate in an exchange program, semester abroad, or field trip course. |
| Amount: | 2 awards of $1,450 |
| OURA Innovation Travel Grant [T4393] | |
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| Established in recognition of an innovative student fee protocol put forward by the Student Executive Council to reduce energy use by upgrading campus buildings through an energy retrofit program. Apply to Student Financial Services by October 7th with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form and include one-page description of the intended travel. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Ontario University Registrars' Association (OURA) with matching funding through the Ontario Trust for Student Support program
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any degree program who have completed a minimum of 4.0 credits with a minimum 75% cumulative average and who are participating in a travel program or initiative (research, conference, seminar, etc.) in support of environmental sustainability. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OTSS award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 1 award of $350 |
| Richard and Sophia Hungerford Undergraduate Travel Scholarships [T4508] | |
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| The estate of Richard and Sophia Hungerford, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, has established an endowment to provide travel scholarships to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need who wish to study in developing countries, or attend conferences on development. Apply to Student Financial Services with completed Need-Based Travel Grant Application at least one month prior to departure. Deadline dates are June 30 for Fall and Winter travel, October 1 for Winter travel, and February 1 for Summer travel. Students may not receive this award more than two times during their undergraduate studies. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
The Estate of Richard Hungerford with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Registered undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need who have at least a 70% cumulative average in the last 2 semesters of full-time equivalent study are eligible. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts to a maximum of $1,000 |
| Robb Travel Grants [T3028] | |
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| These travel grants have been provided in recognition of her love of agriculture, by the estate of Martha Robb, Paris, Ontario. Apply to the Dean, O.A.C. by May 15. | |
| Donor(s): |
The Estate of Martha Robb
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. students who are attending another university on a Letter of Permission. |
| Amount: | Several awards of various amounts |
| Roderick Long International Travel Grant [T0360] | |
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| Offered in memory of the late Roderick Long, O.A.C.'54. Up to eighty percent of the travel costs associate with the study outside of Canada program will be covered up to a maximum of $1,000 per student. Application by letter should be made to the Dean O.A.C. by May 15, and include a description of the study abroad program. | |
| Donor(s): |
Mr. Roderick W. Long
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. undergraduate student who is studying outside of Canada on an approved program for one or more semesters |
| Amount: | Several awards of $900 |
| Telfer Wegg Travel Grant [T0859] | |
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| Mr. Telfer Wegg, OAC BSA 1962 and long-time supporter of OAC and the University of Guelph believes greatly in the benefits that travel provides to students. Apply to the OAC Awards Office by May 15 with a letter, no more than two pages, describing the travel and the anticipated benefits of participating. | |
| Donor(s): |
Mr. Telfer Wegg
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any OAC program with a minimum of 65% cumulative average who plan to participate in travel related to their program of study. |
| Amount: | Various amounts up to a total of $2,000 annually |
| University of Guelph Travel Scholarships [T0421] | |
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| The University of Guelph, through the sale of Guelph London House, has established an endowment to provide travel scholarships to students who wish to study outside of Canada but need financial support to do so. Preference will be given to students participating in the London Semester. Students may only receive this travel grant once per degree. The scholarship can cover additional costs of travelling outside of Canada including: airfare, administrative costs, and differential costs of accommodation. Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Need-based Travel Grant Application at least one month prior to departure. Deadline dates are June 30 for Fall and Winter travel, October 1 for Winter travel, and February 1 for Summer travel. | |
| Donor(s): |
University of Guelph
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| Qualification(s): | Students that have completed a minimum of 5.0 credits with demonstrated financial need who have a minimum 70% cumulative average in the last two semesters of full-time equivalent study. |
| Amount: | Several awards up to $1,500 |
| Varley and Lyon Exchange Scholarships [T0298] | |
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| Miss Bertha Manent of New York City has established five or more Mrs. Lillie-Jane Lyon Varley and Clarence D. Lyon Exchange scholarships. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards office by May 15 and include a letter from the Dean or Director approving the proposed program of study. | |
| Donor(s): |
Miss Bertha Manent
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. students who are pursuing a course of study for one or two semesters at another college or faculty of agriculture in Canada or in another country. Such course of study must lead to the degree of B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Comm. in Agricultural Business or the Diploma in Agriculture at the University of Guelph. |
| Amount: | 3 awards of $750 |