XI. Graduate Awards & Financial Assistance

College of Physical and Engineering Science Internal Awards

The University reserves the right to amend awards subject to the availability of funds.

(GWC)2 Seminar Prize [E5640]
This prize is administered by (GWC)2. The nomination by the supervisory committee at the time of the seminar presentation is to be based on the assessment of the supervisory committee and the member of the MSc/PhD class attending that seminar. No application is required.
Donor(s):
The Guelph-Waterloo Centre for Graduate Work in Chemistry and Biochemistry (GWC)2
Qualification(s): Any graduate (GWC)2 student who presents his/her MSc or PhD Seminar in the previous academic year.
Amount: 2 awards of $100
Bruker Canada Limited Graduate Scholarship (GWC)2 [I5009]
This scholarship became available in 1984 and is administered by (GWC)2. It is awarded annually on a competitive basis. Candidates will be considered on the basis of the quality of a research paper in the field of chemical instrumentation, published or in press, authored or co-authored by the student while registered in (GWC)2 . Application or nomination is to the selecting committee by the deadline date each year. The application materials will include a copy of the paper in question and a letter from the student's supervisor documenting the degree of his/her contribution to this work.
Donor(s):
Qualification(s): This competition is open to all graduate students registered in the Guelph-Waterloo Centre, provided that their research is in the field of chemical instrumentation.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Charles S. Humphrey Scholarship (GWC)2 [I5038]
The scholarship is administered by (GWC)2 and is awarded annually to a University of Guelph or University of Waterloo student who is a Canadian citizen and registered at the Guelph-Waterloo Centre for Graduate Work in Chemistry and Biochemistry (GWC)2 . Selection will be based on ability and promise in research and academic achievement in at least two completed graduate courses. Students may hold the award, more than once. Nominations will be solicited from (GWC)2 faculty and the Graduate Officers, by January 31 each year. Nominated students must provide a curriculum vitae, a list of publications and a letter of support from the advisor and, where possible, one other faculty member to the Director of (GWC)2. Preference will be given to (i) PhD in Organic Chemistry; (ii) PhD in Inorganic Chemistry; (iii) MSc students registered in (GWC)2 in Organic Chemistry or Inorganic Chemistry who meet the selection criteria. No application is required.
Donor(s):
Charles S. Humphrey
Qualification(s): This competition is open to Canadian citizens who are registered in a full-time PhD program in the centre, preferably in organic chemistry.
Amount: 1 award of $2,500
Computing and Information Science Graduate Scholarship [E5125]
These awards were established to encourage University of Guelph students with demonstrated financial need to pursue graduate study in the Department of Computing and Information Science and will be awarded based on academic achievement. Apply by March 1 to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form. ACCESS AWARD.
Donor(s):
Department of Computing and Information Science, friends and alumni, with the aid of the Ontario government's OSOTF program
Qualification(s): Students with a minimum cumulative average of 75% who are graduating or have graduated in the last 12 months from a degree program in Computing and Information Science. Eligible students must have submitted an application for Fall admission to the graduate program in the Department of Computing and Information Science. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards).
Amount: 2 awards of $850
David Holden Memorial Scholarship (GWC)2 [I5154]
Awarded annually to an outstanding graduate student currently enrolled in the Guelph-Waterloo centre. Nominations will be solicited from Centre faculty and the Graduate Officers by the deadline date each year.
Donor(s):
Friends, family and colleagues in honour of the late Prof. D.A. Holden
Qualification(s): Candidates must demonstrate strong overall abilities in both teaching and research, outstanding performance in MSc Seminar, CHEM 7940 or PhD Seminar, CHEM 7950, and breadth of interest in areas outside chemistry, such as art and music.
Amount: 1 award of $750
Dean's Scholarship (CPES) [A5747]
The Deans’ Scholarships are awarded to students showing outstanding academic performance. Departments will nominate students to the College Awards Committee on the basis of research performance/potential, including progress in the program of study. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
The University of Guelph
Qualification(s): Full-time graduate student showing outstanding academic performance with a minimum of 75% average in the last year of full-time, or equivalent, study. Canadian citizens or permanent residents who are registered master’s students up to semester six and doctoral students up to semester nine are eligible.
Amount: several awards ranging in values of $500 to $20,000
December 6th Memorial Graduate Scholarship [E5610]
This scholarship was established to foster women's participation in a profession which is largely comprised of men. Demonstrated financial need may also be considered. Apply to the director, School of Engineering, by November 1. Selection will be based on academic performance. Preference will be given to a student entering the graduate program.
Donor(s):
University of Guelph Faculty Association, in memory of the fourteen women murdered in December 1989 at Ecole Polytechnique
Qualification(s): Female students who are registered in the Faculty of Graduate Studies, enrolled in the School of Engineering who are a Canadian citizens or a permanent residents of Canada.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Dr. William Cairns Scholarship in Water Resource Engineering [E5944]
Established to honour alumnus Dr. Cairn’s (BSc (Agr) ’65) commitment to safe water. The scholarship is presented to a student entering a graduate program in water resource engineering who is judged to be the most innovative in area of research focus, according to the School of Engineering Graduate Committee. No application required.
Donor(s):
Trojan Technologies
Qualification(s): Students entering a Master’s or Doctoral program in water resource engineering.
Amount: 1 award of $5,000
Dr. William Cairns Scholarship in Water-Related Chemistry [E5943]
Established to honour alumnus Dr. Cairn’s (BSc (Agr) ’65) commitment to safe water. The award is presented to a student entering a graduate program in water-related chemistry who is judged by the Department of Chemistry to be the most innovative in area of research focus. No application required.
Donor(s):
Trojan Technologies
Qualification(s): Students entering a Master’s or Doctoral program in water-related chemistry.
Amount: 1 award of $5,000
Engineering Alumni Scholarship [E5611]
Preference will be given to a student entering a PhD program as a new student to the University of Guelph. The recipient will be selected on the basis of previous academic performance, curriculum vitae, and letters of reference. Apply by November 1 to the Director, School of Engineering.
Donor(s):
The School of Engineering Alumni Fund
Qualification(s): Student registered in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and enrolled in the School of Engineering.
Amount: 1 award of $500
F.W. Karasek Scholarship [I5732]
Selection will be based on ability and promise in research and performance in at least two completed graduate courses. Students may hold the award more than once. Nominations will be solicited from Centre faculty and the Graduate Officers, by the deadline date each year. Nominated students must provide a curriculum vitae, all graduate transcripts, a letter of support from their advisor and, where possible, one other faculty member, to the Director of (GWC)2 by October 1.
Donor(s):
Professor F.W. Karasek
Qualification(s): University of Guelph or University of Waterloo graduate student registered at the Guelph-Waterloo Centre for Graduate Work in Chemistry and Biochemistry, (GWC)2.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Good Samaritan Graduate Scholarship in Chemistry and Biochemistry [I5616]
One award is provided each fall semester .The award is limited to the first six semesters for a MSc candidate and the first nine semesters for a PhD candidate.The selection will be based on the candidate having at least an ‘A-' average in the previous two years of study and on the research performance to date. The award may be held more than once but not with any other scholarship in the same semester. No application is required.
Donor(s):
Anonymous Donor
Qualification(s): Awarded to an MSc or PhD student registered in a program at Guelph in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
Amount: 1 award of $500
H.G. McLeod Scholarship (GWC)2 [I5731]
Established in honour of H.G. McLeod, Professor Emeritus and Adjunct Professor, Department of Chemistry, University of Waterloo. Selection will be based on ability and promise in research and performance in at least two completed graduate courses. Students will be nominated by Centre faculty and Graduate Officers by September 18. Nominated students must provide a curriculum vitae and all graduate transcripts and a letter of support from their advisor and, where possible, one other faculty member, to the Director of (GWC)2 by October 1.
Donor(s):
Professor F. W. Karasek
Qualification(s): Students registered at the Guelph-Waterloo Centre for Graduate Work in Chemistry and Biochemistry, (GWC)2, provided that their research is in the field of physical chemistry.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Harold Suderman Laboratory Instructor Scholarships [I5293]
Established in honour of former professor of chemistry Dr. Harold Suderman. These scholarships will be awarded to students who have shown excellence as teaching instructors/assistants (TA) in undergraduate laboratories based on student evaluations and comments from lab coordinators. Application not required.
Donor(s):
Department of Chemistry
Qualification(s): Students registered in a graduate program (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) offered by the Department of Chemistry who have served as teaching instructors/assistants (TA) in undergraduate laboratories.
Amount: 2 awards of $200
Harry Zimmerman Memorial Scholarship in GWC2 [Z5694]
Selection from the pool of eligible applicants will be on the basis of ability and promise in research and performance in courses, with at least two graduate courses completed in the PhD program. Preference will be given to students undertaking research in applied chemistry and then to research in an area of direct relevance to industrial chemistry. If no PhD student is eligible, an MSc student may be considered. Students may hold the award more than once. In even years the award will go to a University of Guelph student; in odd years, to a University of Waterloo student. Apply by January 10 by submitting a Financial Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services at the University of Guelph. Subsequently, by January 10, any student deemed eligible should ask a faculty member knowledgeable with the student's research ability to nominate him or her by providing a letter of recommendation, together with a curriculum vitae, a publication list and the academic record of the student to the Director of GWC2. ACCESS AWARD.
Donor(s):
The estate of Harry Zimmerman, with the aid of the Ontario government's OSOTF program
Qualification(s): Students in GWC2 with demonstrated financial need who are not registered beyond the 36th month of doctoral study. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards).
Amount: 1 award of $3,000
International Emergency Medical Aid Assistance [B5200]
The University of Guelph provides support to International graduate students that are faced with unexpected, or unforeseen financial shortfalls due to a medical issue not covered by UHIP or the Student Dental/Medical insurance plans. Students should apply to the International Student Advisor, in the Centre for International Programs office, by completing an International Student Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) and submitting documentation to support the medical issue. These bursaries are awarded on an on-going basis.
Donor(s):
University of Guelph
Qualification(s): International students registered in a degree program and have completed a minimum 1.50 credits who have a medical emergency expenses not covered by UHIP or the Student Dental/Medical insurance plans and demonstrated financial need.
Amount: Several awards of varying amounts
Jack Pos Scholarship [E5136]
Preference will be given to Canadian citizens or permanent residents in Canada. Apply to the Director, School of Engineering, by November 1; applications must include a curriculum vitae, transcript and two letters of reference.
Donor(s):
His family and the Agricultural Mechanization Club, in honour of Professor Jack Pos, a faculty member in the School of Engineering in OAC from 1949 to 1986
Qualification(s): Student who has graduated from the BSc (Eng) program at the University of Guelph and who is enrolled full-time in an MSc program in biological or agricultural engineering.
Amount: 1 award of $100
John Black Graduate Travel Grant [T5649]
Established by friends and colleagues of John Black, Chief Librarian at Guelph (1984-95) and a founding faculty member (1966-95) in the Department of Political Studies. Selection will be based on academic standing, research potential and feasibility of proposed travel. Apply to the Office of Graduate Studies by November 2 using the John Black Graduate Travel Grant application. Applications may be submitted for future travel only and applications for previous travel will not be considered.
Donor(s):
Friends and Colleagues of John Black
Qualification(s): Master’s students with at least an “A-“average in the last 2 years, registered in a Political Science program (POLS/CCJP), the Capacity Development and Extension program, or the collaborative International Development Studies program (any department) in class level 1 to 3 at the time of application and who plan to travel to conduct thesis research, attend a conference, or take a course.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
John R.M. Kelso Scholarship in Environmental and Fisheries Science [I5340]
Established to recognize the late Dr. John R.M. Kelso's personal and professional contributions to the Fisheries profession. Selection will be based on: (a) overall grade point average and academic standing in all graduate courses as well as full time equivalent undergraduate courses completed during the student's program, (b) relevance and appropriateness of the research work, and (c) demonstration of participation in extracurricular activities related to environmental protection and fisheries stewardship, including but not limited to, membership in conservation, fisheries or environmental protection societies, involvement in research, educational, communication or other programs outside of university, dedicated to these goals. Financial need may also be considered. The application, including a letter outlining research, should be sent to Student Financial Services by January 10.
Donor(s):
Family and friends of the late Dr. John R.M. Kelso, B.Sc.(Agr.) '67, and M.Sc. '69
Qualification(s): Students conducting research that examines the effects of anthropogenic stressors on fish community ecology (including but not limited to toxic chemicals, habitat degradation, or hydro power).
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
Lana McLaren/Richard Reynolds Memorial Scholarship [E5603]
The recipient will have maintained a well-rounded academic career and demonstrated added value to the profession of engineering. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Apply by November 1 to the Director, School of Engineering including curriculum vitae, statement of professional activities, University transcripts, and 2 letters of references.
Donor(s):
Family, friends and colleagues of Lana McLaren and Richard Reynolds
Qualification(s): Students entering any graduate program in the School of Engineering or completing the final degree requirements for their BSc(Eng).
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Mathematics Graduate Scholarship [I5188]
The recipient will have an overall first-class (‘A') average in graduate courses and have the highest average across any three departmental core graduate courses. A student will be considered for the award once only. No application is required.
Donor(s):
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Qualification(s): Student who are registered in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and enrolled in a mathematics graduate program.
Amount: 1 award of $500
McNeil Graduate Scholarship Award in Natural Products Chemistry (GWC)2 [I5738]
Nominations will be solicited from the (GWC)2 faculty and the Graduate Officers by the deadline date each year. The coordinating committee of (GWC)2, or a subcommittee thereof appointed by the Director, to include a representative from McNeil Consumer Products Company, will make the selection of the award winner.
Donor(s):
Qualification(s): Full-time graduate student registered in the Ph.D. program of the Guelph-Waterloo Centre for Graduate Work in Chemistry and Biochemistry (GWC)2, provided that the research lies in the area of structural elucidation/synthesis of biologically significant compounds
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Merck Frosst Biochemistry Award (GWC)2 [I5061]
The awardee shall be selected on the basis of a demonstration of ability and promise in research and his/her performance in at least two graduate courses, with particular emphasis being placed on the former. Nominations will be solicited from the (GWC)2 faculty and the Graduate Officers by the deadline date each year. The coordinating committee of (GWC)2, or a subcommittee thereof appointed by the Director, will make the selection of the award winner.
Donor(s):
Merck Frosst Canada Ltd.
Qualification(s): Students currently registered at the Guelph-Waterloo Centre for Graduate Work in Chemistry and Biochemistry (GWC)2, are eligible provided that their research is in the field of biochemistry.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Mr. and Mrs. William Parker Scholarship [E5144]
Preference will be given to students entering the PhD program, who are new to the University of Guelph. Apply by letter to the Director, School of Engineering including a curriculum vitae, university transcripts and two letters of reference by November 1.
Donor(s):
Ruth Mary Parker in memory of Mr. and Mrs. William Parker of William Parker Construction Ltd., Guelph
Qualification(s): Canadian citizens and full-time graduate students in the School of Engineering.
Amount: 1 award of $750
P.H. Southwell Research Travel Grants [T5145]
The awards may be held more than once. Apply by November 1 with a letter and an abstract of the paper to the Director, School of Engineering.
Donor(s):
The Energy and Agriculture Policy Committee, Province of Ontario (i.e. jointly by the Ministry of Energy and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food)
Qualification(s): Students conducting research in agricultural, biological, food or water resources engineering and who will be travelling to a conference where they will present the results of their research.
Amount: 4 awards of $500
R.G. Goel Memorial Graduate Scholarship (GWC)2 [I5027]
This scholarship, administered by the Guelph-Waterloo Centre for Graduate Work in Chemistry and Biochemistry (GWC)2, is in memory of the late Prof. R.G. Goel and was established by friends and colleagues and the Hindu Cultural Society. The recipient will be selected on the basis of demonstrated ability and promise in research and academic achievement in at least two graduate courses, with particular emplasis being placed on the former. Nominations will be solicited from (GWC)2 faculty and the Graduate Officers by January 31 each year. Nominated students must provide a curriculum vitae, a list of publications and a letter of support from the advisor and, where possible, one other faculty member, to the Director of (GWC)2 .
Donor(s):
Friends and colleagues of the late Prof. R.G. Goel, and the Hindu Cultural Society
Qualification(s): Graduate students currently registered at the Guelph-Waterloo Centre for Graduate Work in Chemistry (GWC)2 whose research is in the field of inorganic or organometallic chemistry.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
R.H.F. Manske Prize (GWC)2 [I5054]
This scholarship is awarded annually on a competitive basis. Candidates will be considered on the basis of their academic record and promise in research. Nominations will be solicited from Centre faculty and the Graduate Officers, by the deadline date each year. No application is required.
Donor(s):
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Guelph-Waterloo centre and special consideration will be given to those who do not currently hold other major awards.
Amount: 1 award of $750
Ross Hallett Memorial Scholarship in Biophysics [I5300]
This scholarship of has been established in memory of Professor Ross Hallett to honour his contributions to research in biophysics, as well as the academic life of the Department of Physics, the College of Physical and Engineering Science, and the University of Guelph. All eligible students will be considered by the Departmental Awards Committee. Recommendations from the advisory committee will be sought by the Awards Committee for a selected short list of students, or will be volunteered by the advisory committee. Considerations will begin on May 1st of each year. Selection will be based on academic achievement and demonstrated ability and/or potential in biophysics research. This award may only be held once. No application necessary.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Barbara Hallett
Qualification(s): Students registered in a graduate program offered by the Department of Physics whose research is in the field of biophysics.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Statistics Graduate Scholarship [I5187]
The recipient will have an overall first-class (‘A') average in graduate courses and have the highest average across any three departmental core graduate courses. A student will be considered for the award once only. No application is required.
Donor(s):
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and enrolled in the statistics graduate program.
Amount: 1 award of $500
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