University of Guelph 1999-2000 Undergraduate Calendar

IX--Scholarships and Other Awards


Bachelor of Commerce

Entrance Scholarships

L.A. Beattie & J.C. Beattie Memorial Scholarship

The estate of Jessie L. Beattie has established a scholarship in memory of Lillie Ann Beattie and Jeannie Cockburn Beattie. The scholarship is awarded in alternating years in the B.A.Sc. and B.Comm. programs. To be awarded in the B.Comm. program in 1998. Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Student entering full-time studies in the B.A.Sc. program or the Hotel and Food Administration, Housing and Real Estate or Marketing Management majors in the B.Comm. program and who achieved the highest mark in English during the final year of high school. In the event of a tie, preference will be given to students from rural areas.
Amount: One award of $300

Clara E. Elliott Entrance Scholarships

Provided by the estate of Clara E. Elliott, MAC '07. This scholarship is payable in 4 annual instalments of $2,000. To maintain the award for the second year of study, the recipients must have at least a 77% average and continue to demonstrate the qualities on which the award was given. To maintain the scholarship into the 3rd and 4th years, the recipient must have at least an 80% average in the prior year and continue to demonstrate the qualities on which the award was given. Eligible students admitted to semester 1 will be invited to apply.

Qualifications: Students entering semester 1 of the B.A.Sc. program or the Hotel and Food Administration, Housing and Real Estate Management or Marketing Management majors of the B.Comm. program with at least an 80% entrance average. The recipient will be selected on the basis of academic achievement and evidence of participation in leadership roles as indicated by their application material and reference letters from teachers.
Amount: One award of $8,000 ($2,000 annually for 4 years)

Amos & William Lowe Memorial Scholarship

Endowed by the late William B. Lowe of Fort Francis, Ontario. Preference will be given first to eligible students from the district of Rainy River, then from the district of Kenora or Thunder Bay, and finally from the remaining districts of Northern Ontario. Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Student entering any of the undergraduate degree programs of the Ontario Agricultural College.
Amount: Two awards of $1,250 paid in two installments of $625

Mac-FACS Alumni Association Centennial Scholarship

Established by the Mac-FACS Alumni Association. The winner will be selected from the pool of eligible students not awarded the Clara E. Elliott Education or Entrance Scholarships.

Qualifications: This scholarship is offered to students entering the B.A.Sc. program or the Marketing Management or Housing and Real Estate Management majors of the B.Comm. program with high academic standing and who have shown leadership in community-based volunteer activities. Students who have applied to the above programs will be invited to apply.
Amount: One award of approximately $300

Mac-FACS Alumni Entrance Scholarships

Three scholarships to be awarded in the Fall. Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Students in the B.A.Sc. program or the Housing and Real Estate Management or Marketing Management majors of the B.Comm. program
Amount: One award of $1,000 and two of $500

OAC Alumni Foundation Entrance Scholarships

The award will be made in 2 instalments of $1,200 payable after registration in each of the 1st, and 3rd semester levels. To maintain the scholarship, a recipient must continue with satisfactory academic standing in a degree program in the Ontario Agricultural College. Apply to the OAC Dean's Office, Johnston Hall, by September 30.

Qualifications: OAC students entering the B.A., B.Comm., B.L.A., B.Sc., B.Sc.(Agr.), or B.Sc.(Env.) programs who have an admission average in excess of 80%. Participation in extracurricular activities, community activities and demonstrated leadership skills will also be considered.
Amount: Five awards of $2,400

Entrance ACCESS Awards

Gord Bennett Memorial and OAC '43 Class Bursary

The family and friends of R. Gordon Bennett, OAC '43, a former Deputy Minister of Agriculture, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, have created a this bursary. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: OAC student with demonstrated financial need entering the Diploma, B.Sc.(Agr.), or B.Comm., Agricultural Business major, programs. Preference will be given to students whose primary family occupation is farming. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: One award of $1,000

Fred Hindle Bursary

Awarded in memory of Fred Hindle, OAC '38, a long-time generous supporter of his Alma Mater, who at the time of his death, wanted future students to have the same opportunity for an education as he had received. This award is paid in $1,500 instalments in each of the four years of the student's program, dependent on continued demonstration of financial need and successful completion of study to advance into the next year. This bursary is awarded with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by April 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: An entering OAC degree student who has demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: One award of $6,000 ($1,500 annually for 4 years)

In-course Scholarships

AICF McRorie Scholarships in Agriculture

Established by the Agricultural Institute of Canada in memory of a former president, Douglas McRorie, P.Ag., FAIC, Vice-President (Agricultural Services) of the Royal Bank of Canada. Students may be awarded a McRorie Scholarship on one occasion only. Each of the two recipients in a given year must be pursuing different majors within OAC. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: Students in B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Comm., Agricultural Business major, who have completed semesters 4, 5 or 6 and have a minimum 70% cumulative average may apply. Students must have completed at least one course in the field of economics or financial management.
Amount: Two awards of $500

Alma Mater B.Comm. Management Economics in Industry and Finance Scholarships

Provided by alumni through the Alma Mater Fund. Students who have received another award equal to or exceeding $2,000 per annum are ineligible. Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Students enrolled in the B.Comm. Management Economics in Industry and Finance major and who have a minimum cumulative 80% average to the end of semester five.
Semester: 5
Amount: Two awards of $375

Ann E. Barber Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is offered in memory of Ann E. Barber, former superintendent of Macdonald Hall and Dean of Women, by the Mac-FACS Alumni Association. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: Student entering semesters 3, 4 or 5 in the B.A.Sc. program or the Marketing Management or Housing and Real Estate Management major of the B.Comm. program with a minimum 80% average in the semester just completed. The student must have made a worthwhile contribution to student activities in residence or on- campus.
Amount: One award of $300

George D. Bedell Prize

HAFA Student's Council presents a plaque to a graduating student of the School in honour of George D. Bedell, the first director of the School of Hotel and Food Administration. Recipient selected in the Winter semester by the HAFA Awards Committee which will conduct an election with the graduating class. Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Student graduating from the School of Hotel and Food Administration who, in the minds of his or her fellow students, has demonstrated the outstanding leadership, versatility of interests and involvement in community affairs, both within and outside the School, that exemplifies the sense of professionalism to which the fourth year students have dedicated themselves.
Amount: One annual prize (plaque)

Blackburn Scholarship

In commemoration of the 125th Anniversary of the Ontario Agricultural College, Dr.D.J. Blackburn, a retired faculty member in Rural Extension Studies and former Director of the Associate Diploma Program has established this scholarship. Apply by letter citing athletic contributions to the OAC Awards Committee by April 1.

Qualifications: OAC degree or diploma student who has participated in intercollegiate athletics and maintained a minimum cumulative average of 70% while registered at Guelph. Athletic excellence and leadership will be used to determine the recipient.
Amount: One award of $500

Dorothy Britton Memorial Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded from funds donated from the estate of Dorothy Britton (MAC'39). Awarded on the basis of high academic achievement. Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Students entering semesters 4 or 5 in the B.A.Sc. program or the Hotel and Food Administration, Housing and Real Estate Management or Marketing Management majors of the B.Comm. program are eligible.
Amount: Up to six awards of $1,500

Canadian Association of Agri-Retailers Scholarship

Provided by the Canadian Association of Agri-Retailers. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: Student who has competed semesters 4, 5, or 6 in B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Comm., Agricultural Business major,with a minimum 70% average in the previous 2 semesters of full-time equivalent study, participated in extracurricular activities, and has an interest in the input supply industry in agriculture.
Amount: One award of $1,000

J. Ross Cavers International Exchange Scholarship

Provided by OAC '53 in memory of J. Ross Cavers, their honorary year member and University Professor Emeritus to assist an undergraduate student in OAC with travel and/or housing costs associated with a semester or more of academic study or cooperative work experience through a recognized university outside Canada. Apply to Student Financial Services, by April 1.

Qualifications: Students must have completed [7.50] credits and have a standing in their undergraduate course work. Preference will be given to a candidate who has exhibited qualities of leadership.
Amount: One award of $1,000

Class of 1905 Scholarship

Established by the graduating class of 1905. Apply to Student Financial Services, by April 1.

Qualifications: Student who has completed the 6th semester level in a major in an OAC department and is considered to be the most outstanding student in the class and who, through activity in all branches of college life, as well as proficiency in scholarship during the program, has done most for the college, for fellow students and for personal development.
Semester: 6
Amount: One award of $300

Class of '51 OAC Leadership Awards

Established by Year '51 OAC, on the occasion of its 45th anniversary. At the discretion of the OAC Awards Committee students may be selected before graduation. Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Students graduating from the degree program in a major in an OAC department who have a 70% standing in the final year of study and who have demonstrated leadership in the College or University extracurricular activities.
Semester: 8
Amount: Up to four awards of $1,000

Class 1955 OAC Scholarships

Offered by the OAC Class of 1955. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: Outstanding OAC degree student at the conclusion of semester 4. The recipient will have made an outstanding contribution to college life through academic proficiency and participation in extracurricular activities and can be considered to have done the most for the College, for fellow students and for personal development.
Semester: 4
Amount: Two awards of $2,000

Class '67 OAC Centennial Scholarship

Offered by the Class of '67 OAC. Apply to Student Financial Services, by April 1.

Qualifications: Student in a major in an OAC department who through activity in all branches of college life as well as scholastic achievement has made an outstanding contribution to the University.
Semester: 6
Amount: One award of $800

Class of '76 Graduation Prize

This prize is not tenable with the Charles McGowan Prize or the Beth Duncan Gold Medalist. Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Outstanding graduating student in a major in an OAC department who has been active in OAC student activities while maintaining a minimum of 70% standing.
Semester: 8
Amount: One award of $100

Deloitte Touche Scholarship

Preference will be given to students with an interest in International Agriculture. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: Student majoring in Agricultural Economics or Agricultural Business who has completed semester 6. Academic standing and demonstrated leadership qualities will be the criteria used to determine the recipient.
Semester: 6
Amount: One award of $750

Joan Doherty Memorial Graduate Scholarship

A scholarship has been established in memory of Joan Doherty, Class of '78, by her family. An application, accompanied by a one-page written statement indicating the student's purpose, goals and objectives in pursuing graduate study, must be submitted to the Chair, CSAHS Awards Committee by Februray 1.

Qualifications: Member of the graduating class in Consumer Studies who will be continuing his or her education at the Master's or Doctoral degree level in a Canadian university. The scholarship recipient will be determined on the basis of academic promise as evidenced by undergraduate academic achievement. Should equally qualified students make application for the scholarship, preference will be given to previous winners of the Joan Doherty Memorial Scholarship.
Semester: 8
Amount: One award of $2,000

Joan Doherty Memorial Scholarship

The family of Joan Doherty, class of FACS '78, has established this scholarship in her memory. Apply by April 1 to Student Financial Services, stating involvement in extra-curricular activities.

Qualifications: Students entering semesters 5, 6 or 7 of the Housing and Real Estate Management or Marketing Management majors of the B.Comm. program with a minimum cumulative average of 70% and who are active in extra-curricular activities.
Amount: One award of $2,000

Joan Doherty Travel Scholarship

Established in memory of the late Joan Doherty (a member of the class of FACS '78) to assist students to attend a conference related to their studies. Apply to the Chair of the Department of Consumer Studies by March 1 including a budget and a description of the travel.

Qualifications: Undergraduate or graduate student in Consumer Studies with a minimum cumulative average of 70%. The recipient will be selected based upon the cost of attending the conference and the benefit it will bring to the student's program of study.
Amount: One award of $400

Four Seasons Hotels Scholarship

Apply to the HAFA Awards Committee by January 31.

Qualifications: Student registered in the B.Comm. (HAFA) program, who has successfully completed a minimum of [14.50] credits (normally in the seventh semester) by September 1 and has maintained a 'B' average in Hotel and Restaurant Management Accounting (HAFA*3070), Human Resources Management (HAFA*3000) and Business Law (COST*3040). In addition applicants must submit an essay (maximum 6 pages typed, double-spaced) relating these subjects to day-to-day hospitality business management.
Amount: One award of $1,000

H.H. Harshman Foundation Scholarships

Given by the H.H. Harshman Foundation. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: Students in the B.A.Sc. program or the Hotel and Food Administration, Housing and Real Estate Management or Marketing Management majors of the B.Comm. program on the basis of academic proficiency and potential for leadership. One award will be granted to a student entering the 5th semester level, one to a student entering the 7th semester level, and one to a student entering semester levels 5, 6 or 7.
Semester: 4, 5, 6
Amount: Three awards of $1,500

HAFA Alumni Association Life Membership Prize

In recognition of student involvement in the life of HAFA and/or the University. Apply by January 31 using the standard application form attaching a resumé and detailed list of extracurricular activities to the Awards Committee of the School of Hotel and Food Administration. The recipient will receive this award after graduation.

Qualifications: Awarded to a graduating B.Comm. student of the Hotel and Food Administration who has at least a 70% average. Selection will be based on extracurricular activities.
Amount: One life membership in the HAFA Alumni Association

Heimbecker Award in Entrepreneurship

The Heimbecker Award in Entrepreneurship has been established by the friends and associates of Herb Heimbecker, on his retirement as a Director of Goderich Elevators, to honour his contributions to the agrifood industry in Canada. Students should apply to Student Financial Services by April 1, including a resumé and a letter highlighting their entrepreneurial skills and their aptitude and interest in business.

Qualifications: OAC student in B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Comm., Agribusiness major, who have completed semester 6 are eligible. Students must have a minimum of a B standing (73%-76%) in their previous full-time year or equivalent [5.00] credits, have demonstrated entrepreneurial skills and display an aptitude and an interest in business.
Amount: One award of $1,300

Hotel Human Resource Professionals Association of Greater Metropolitan Toronto Award

Apply by January 31 to the HAFA Awards Committee using the in-course application form including a resumé and a report on the work experience or project.

Qualifications: Student in the School of Hotel and Food Administration who has at least a combined B+ average in the courses Organizational Design and Effectiveness (HAFA*2200) and Human Resource Management (HAFA*3000). As well, the student must have either work experience in the human resource area, or have worked in the hospitality and tourism industry (and have successfully completed a human resource-related project either on the job or in the relevant course work).
Amount: One award of $500

Lecours Wolfson Recruiters Prize

Provided by Lecours Wolfson. Apply by letter describing work experience and extracurricular activities to the HAFA Awards Committee by January 31. The faculty of the School of Hotel and Food Administration will also be invited to nominate deserving students and to provide information on the nominees. The HAFA Awards Committee will ask those candidates on the short list to write a 500-word statement on their career goals and objectives. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: Student in the HAFA major of the B.Comm. program who has made a contribution to the School and/or the hosptitality industry.
Amount: One award of $500

Shirley Louie Memorial Scholarship

Offered by the Canadian College and University Food Services Association (CCUFSA) to honour Shirley Louie, a long-time member. Apply by January 31 providing a 500 word statement on your reasons for interest in the foodservice industry, a resumé and any information you feel that the HAFA awards Committee should take into consideration.

Qualifications: HAFA students in their final year with a 70% average and an interest in the foodservice industry.
Amount: One award of $250

MAC '41 Marketing Scholarship
Qualifications: B.Comm. student registered in the Marketing Management major who has completed the course "Economic Behaviour of Households (COST*3100). The recipient of the award will have received the highest grade in COST*3100 in the previous year.
Amount: One award of $300

Jack Madden Medal in Economic History

Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Student in honours Economics at the completion of the Winter semester, or who has graduated in the previous Fall or Spring semester, who has demonstrated high academic standing at the University of Guelph.
Semester: 8
Amount: One award of a medal and $200

G.H. Mann Food Service Scholarship

Preference will be given to a student who has contributed to the on going success of the Hospitality Services Department of the University. Apply to the HAFA Awards Committee by January 31.

Qualifications: Student who is registered in semester 8 of the B.Comm. (HAFA) program and has a minimum cumulative average of 70%. In addition, the recipient will have an interest in, and have participated in, activities conducive to a career in the foodservice industry.
Amount: One biennial award of $300

Massey Fund Travel Scholarships

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 OAC Dean's Office by April 15.

Qualifications: OAC 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: Up to $750

Louise McConkey Travel Scholarship

Established in memory of the late Louise McConkey, Mac '27 to defray travel costs related to the student's course of study. Selection will be made on the basis of the value of the travel to the students' studies. Apply to the Chair of the Department of Consumer Studies including a budget and a description of the travel and the benefit to be gained.

Qualifications: Undergraduate or graduate students in the Department of Consumer Studies with a minimum 70% cumulative average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters.
Amount: One or more awards up to a total of $1,400

Dawn Morris Memorial Award

Offered in memory of Dawn Morris, who spent 35 years in farm show business and was former Manager of the Canadian International Farm Equipment Show in Toronto. Students are encouraged to submit information on extracurricular activities to Student Financial Services, by April 1.

Qualifications: Student who is graduating from the Agricultural Business major of the B.Comm. degree or the Agricultural Economics major in the B.Sc.(Agr.) degree with a minimum 'B+' average. Selection will be on the basis of relevant course work in agricultural marketing, extracurricular participation and employment activities.
Amount: One award of $1,500

OAC '55 Scholarships

Provided by the class of OAC '55. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: Students who are registered in any OAC degree program or students enrolled in the B.Sc.(Eng.) program and have completed semester 4. Recipients will have made an outstanding contribution to College life through academic proficiency and participation in extracurricular activities and can be considered to have done the most for the College, for fellow students and in their personal development. Recipients must have a 70% minimum cumulative average.
Amount: Two awards of $2,000

OAC Alumni Foundation Leadership Awards

Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: OAC degree students (agricultural science, environmental science, agricultural business, landscape architecture, science) who have completed four full-time semesters or equivalent with a cumulative average of at least 70%. Students should include with their application a statement of their accomplishments during their first four semesters in the area of personal development and list their leadership development activities.
Amount: Five awards of $1,000

OAC Centennial Graduate Fellowships

The Ontario Agricultural College celebrated its 100th Anniversary in 1974. Many organizations and companies associated with agricultural industry provided funds in conjunction with the Centennial activities. These scholarship have been established in perpetuity as a permanent commemoration of the Centennial of the College. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: Students graduating from a degree program administered by the Ontario Agricultural College and who plan to pursue graduate studies in any department or school of the Ontario Agricultural College in the year of baccalaureate graduation are eligible for these fellowships. The fellowship will be based on academic achievement in semesters 7 and 8, as well as participation in extracurricular activities throughout the student's university career.
Semester: 8
Amount: Two awards of $2,200

OAC Students' Federation Medal
Qualifications: Graduating student in an undergraduate degree program with a major in an OAC department who has been an outstanding leader in student activities at the College level throughout his or her University career.
Semester: 8
Amount: One award of a medal

Ontario Agricultural Co-operatives Scholarships

These annual scholarships are provided by Ontario Agricultural Co-operatives. The award may be held only once. Apply to Student Financial Services, by April 1.

Qualifications: Students who have completed semester 4 or 6 of the B.Sc.(Agr.) degree or B.Comm. degree with a major in Agricultural Business, or semester 2 of the Diploma in Agriculture program. One scholarship will be awarded in the diploma program and two in the degree programs, one at the conclusion of semester 4, one at the conclusion of semester 6. Students must have at least a cumulative average of 70% and have demonstrated leadership and involvement in one or more of extracurricular activities, community service, or agricultural employment.
Amount: Three awards of $800

Beth Park Memorial Scholarship

The family and friends of Beth Park (FACS '79) have established a scholarship to foster talent in the Canadian fashion and textile industries. Apply by letter to the CSAHS Undergraduate Awards Committee by April 1. Include a resumé, a letter of reference and a 500-word statement documenting interest and experience in fashion or textile industries (retailing, marketing, merchandising, design).

Qualifications: Students in entering fourth year in Marketing Management or graduate students in the Department of Consumer Studies. Students must have a minimum 75% average over the last two academic semesters and a demonstrated interest in fashion or textile industries (retailing, marketing, merchandising, design).
Amount: One award of $2,500 or two awards of $1,250

C.W. Riley Prize

The C.W. Riley Prize was established by a number of his friends and associates. Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Student who, on graduation from Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business or Resource Economics and Rural Development major, attains the highest proficiency in the area subjects.
Semester: 8
Amount: One award of $375

Gerhard Scherf Memorial Scholarship

Established by the former College of Family and Consumer Studies Student Association Council in memory of the late Professor Scherf. Students are to be nominated by their peers.

Qualifications: Student who has successfully completed [15.00] credits (normally in the seventh semester) in the B.A.Sc. program or the Hotel and Food Administration, Housing and Real Estate Management of Marketing Management majors of the B.Comm. program with a cumulative average of 70% or higher and who has made an outstanding contribution to the Departments of Consumer Studies, Family Relations and Applied Human Nutrition, and the School of Hotel and Food Administration. To be eligible, a student must have served for at least one year as a member of student government in CSAHS and participated in other College activities.
Amount: One award of $200

Dorothy Shantz Memorial Scholarship

Established by the National Foundation of the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservice Association. Apply to the HAFA Awards Committee by January 31.

Qualifications: Student registered in the B.Comm. (HAFA) program who successfully completed [15.00] credits (normally in the seventh semester) with a minimum cumulative average of 70%, and who shows enthusiasm for the foodservice industry. The recipient must have demonstrated leadership ability by holding an executive position on the student organization of HAFA.
Amount: One award of $1,000 and an engraved plaque

Kae and Gordon Skinner Memorial Scholarship

Provided by the late Kae Stalker Skinner (Mac '30) and Gordon Skinner (OAC '24), former Registrar of the Ontario Institute of Agrologists. Consideration will be given to participation in the Student Branch of the Ontario Institute of Agrologists. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: OAC student graduating from the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Sc., or B.Comm. programs who has made a significant contribution to developing an understanding of the profession of agrology among fellow students.
Semester: 8
Amount: One award of $750

E.D. Smith Scholarship in Foodservice Administration

Offered by E.D. Smith and Sons Ltd., a multi-faceted processor of foods. Apply to HAFA Awards Committee by January 31 including a resumé and statement of interest in the foodservice industry.

Qualifications: Student who has demonstrated an interest in the foodservice industry, has maintained a minimum of 'B' average and has completed [7.50] to [10.00] credits of a major offered by the School of Hotel and Food Administration. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of interest in foodservice operations and academic standing. Interest in the foodservice industry can be demonstrated by work experience or active membership in the Canadian Food Service Executives Association (CFSEA).
Amount: One award of $1,000

Walter M. Stewart Scholarships

Established and offered through the W.C. Macdonald Company of Montreal. Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Students with the highest cumulative average in the Marketing Management or Housing and Real Estate majors of the B.Comm. program. Consumer Studies major who are entering semester level 5, 6 or 7. Students may receive only one Walter M. Stewart Scholarship.
Amount: Two awards of $400

Jim Stokman Memorial Scholarship

Mrs. Stokman and family, including sons Nick (OAC '77) and Andrew (OAC '84) have established this award in memory of her husband and their father to recognize his lifetime contribution to the family farm. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1.

Qualifications: Available to OAC students who have completed semester 2 with at least 'B' average in one of the following programs: B.Sc.(Agr.); B.Comm; B.Sc. or B.Sc.(Env.). Students must have come from a rural background and have demonstrated community/student involvement both during high school and the first two semesters of University.
Amount: One award of $600

C. M. Switzer Scholarships

Application not necessary.

Qualifications: One to a student who has completed semester 2 of the Diploma in Agriculture program and one to a student who has completed semester 4 of a degree program in OAC. Recipients will have a minimum of 70% standing and have demonstrated outstanding leadership ability in OAC student organizations, class executives and College Royal.
Semester: 4
Amount: Two awards of $2,000

Elizabeth M. (Betty) Upton Memorial Travel Grant

Established in memory of Elizabeth M. Upton, a faculty member in the School of Hotel and Food Administration, who played a key role in the development of the School and was instrumental in the development of the Institutional Foodservice Management major. Apply by letter, by October 1, to the HAFA Awards Committee describing the travel, the expected benefit and including a budget and any expected sources of funding.

Qualifications: Student with demonstrated financial need for travel to a recognized University of Guelph study abroad, exchange or letter of permission activity outside Canada, or to attend a relevant professional conference, or to collect research date for a thesis or major paper. Students must have completed two or more semesters in the HAFA graduate or undergraduate program, and must be in good academic standing. The project or conference must occur within 12 months.
Amount: One award of $500

Varley and Lyon Exchange Scholarships

Miss Bertha Manent of New York City has established three Mrs. Lillie-Jane Lyon Varley and Clarence D. Lyon Exchange scholarships. Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1, including a letter from the Dean or Director approving the proposed program of study.

Qualifications: OAC 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 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Agricultural Business or the Diploma in Agriculture at the University of Guelph.
Semester: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Amount: Three awards of $750

Janet M. Wardlaw Medal

Application not necessary.

Qualifications: Presented to the Winegard Medal nominee selected from candidates from the Department of Consumer Studies, the Department of Family Relations and Applied Human Nutrition and the School of Hotel and Food Administration.
Amount: One award of a medal

In-course ACCESS Awards

Canada Bread Limited Scholarships

Provided annually by Canada Bread Limited with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services, by April 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Student must have completed [13.00] to [17.50] credits in the HAFA program at the time of application and have at least 70% average in the last two equivalent full-time semesters. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award. The scholarships will be awarded based on financial need.
Amount: Two awards of $1,500

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Bursaries

Established by the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, to assist students to continue their studies as full-time students. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. These awards will be distributed in the winter semester. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Full-time B.Comm. students majoring in Management Economics in Industry and Finance, or Marketing Management. Students must be in semester 2 or beyond at the time of receiving the award.
Amount: Two awards of $1,300

Cara Operations Scholarships

Provided by Cara Operations with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services, by April 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Student must have completed [4.00] to [7.50] credits in the HAFA program at the time of application and have at least 70% average in the last two equivalent full-time semesters. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award. The scholarships will be awarded based on financial need.
Amount: Two awards of $1,500 and two awards of $1,000

Class of OAC '33 Bursaries

Established by the class of OAC'33 on the occasion of their 65th Anniversary, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Up to three awards of $500

Class of OAC '36 Bursaries

Established by the Class of OAC '36 with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: A OAC degree student enrolled in any degree program who has demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Two awards of $500

Commonwealth Hospitality Ltd. Scholarship

Journey's End Corporation, with the assistance of the Ontario Government's OSOTF program, provides this scholarship. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by April 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Students in the HAFA program who have completed at least 26 and no more than 35 courses by the end of the current semester and have at least a 70% cumulative average in the previous and current full-time semesters. Students must be registered full-time in the semester that they receive the award. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: One award of $1,500

Delta Hotels Limited Scholarship

Provided by Delta Hotels & Resorts Limited with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services, by April 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Students must be enrolled in the HAFA major, have completed [8.00] to [12.50] credits at the time of application and have at least a 70% average in the last two full-time semesters. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award. The scholarships will be awarded based on financial need. Preference will be given to students who have transferred from a community college.
Amount: Two awards of $1,500

Journey's End Management Inc. Scholarship

Provided by Journey's End Corporation with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by April 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Students in the HAFA program who have completed [13.00] to [17.50] credits at the time of application and have at least a 70% average in the last two full-time semesters. The award will be distributed based on financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Two awards of $1,500

OAC'38 Lloyd Minshall Bursaries

Established by OAC '38 Alumni, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, to recognize the many contibutions of Lloyd Minshall to his classmates and to OAC. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: OAC undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need in semesters 5, 6, 7 or 8 and OAC graduate students are eligible to apply. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Seven awards of $1,000

OAC '47 Travel Bursaries

Provided by OAC '47 on the occasion of its 50th anniversary and with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: OAC 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.
Amount: Three awards of up to $600

OAC '52 Bursaries

Offered by the class of OAC '52, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: OAC students in the B.Sc (Agr.), B.Comm., B.Sc. ,or B.Sc.(Env.) programs with demonstrated financial need and a 60% minimum cumulative average. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Five awards of up to $1,000

OAC '55 Access Bursaries

Provided by the class of OAC '55 with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Students at any semester level in an OAC degree prorgram or students enrolled in the B.Sc.(Eng.) program with demonstrated financial need and a 60% minimum cumulative average. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Up to eight awards of $500

OAC '57 Bursaries

Provided by the Class of OAC '57 with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: OAC undergraduate degree students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Five awards of $1,000

Ontario Cattlemen's Association Degree Bursaries

Provided by the Ontario Cattlemen's Association and the OAC Alumni Foundation with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Students with demonstrated financial need who are enrolled in semester 5 or above in the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Comm.(Agricultural Business), B.S.c. (Animal Biology) or B.Sc. (Food Science) program and have a 60% minimum cumulative average. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Four awards of $500

Ontario Egg Producers' Marketing Board Bursaries

Provided by the Ontario Egg Producers' Marketing Board and the OAC Alumni Foundation with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Students with demonstrated financial need who have completed semester 2 and are enrolled in the B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Comm.(Agricultural Business) programs and who have a 60% minimum cumulative average. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated an interest in the poultry industry. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Six awards of $1,000

Ontario Federation of Agriculture Bursaries

Provided by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and the OAC Alumni Foundation with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: OAC students with demonstrated financial need enrolled in the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Comm., B.Sc. or B.Sc.(Env.) programs. Preference will be given to students from farm families who have participated in 4H and/or rural community activities. A student may receive up to three bursaries annually ($1,500). Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Twelve awards of $500

Ontario Grain and Feed Association Degree Bursaries

Provided by the Ontario Grain and Feed Association and the OAC Alumni Foundation with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply by letter stating involvement in extracurricular and /or community activities along with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Students with demonstrated financial need in semesters 5 to 8 of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program either unspecialized or in the following majors: Agricultural Economics, Animal Science, or Agronomy; or the B.Comm., Agricultural Business major, programs. Students must have a 60% minimum cumulative average in their last four semesters and may receive up to $1,500 annually. Preference will be given to students involved in extracurricular and/or community activities. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Four award of $500

T.K. Warley Bursaries

Established by OAC Alumni Foundation, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, to recognize Professor T.K. Warley's significant contribution to the OAC Alumni Foundation and to students through teaching and promotion/development of "Experience Agriculture". A degree student may receive this bursary twice. Apply by letter stating qualifications with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1. ACCESS AWARD

Qualifications: Students with demonstrated financial need who are in semester 5 to 8 of any degree program within OAC. A minimum 65% is required, as is participation in student activities, governance, and/or college affairs. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF Award.
Amount: Three bursaries of $500

In-course Bursaries

Certified Management Accountants Grand River Chapter Bursary

Offered by the Grand River Chapter of the Society of Management Accountants. Eligible students are those who have graduated from secondary schools in the counties of Perth, Wellington or the regional municipality of Waterloo. Apply to Student Financial Services by October 1.

Qualifications: Student registered in the B.Comm. program who has demonstrated need of financial assistance.
Amount: One bursary of $300

Grand River Chapter (Society of Management Accountants of Ontario) Bursary

Donated by the Grand River Chapter of the Society of Management Accountants of Ontario. Preference will be given to students who attended a secondary school in the County of Perth, Waterloo or Wellington. Apply to Student Financial Services by October 1.

Qualifications: Full-time student in financial need and registered in the B.Comm. program
Amount: One bursary of $375

Leroux Bursaries

Provided by Mr. Hector Leroux, OAC '44. Apply with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Finanical Services by October 1.

Qualifications: OAC degree students in the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Sc., B.Comm. or B.Sc.(Env.) programs with demonstrated financial need. Satisfactory academic standing is required.
Amount: Two bursaries of $1,000

Mac-FACS Mature Student Bursary

Offered by the Mac-FACS Alumni Association. Apply to Student Financial Services, by September 15 for the Fall semester; by January 15 for the Winter semester; and by May 15 for the Spring semester with a completed Need Assessment Form.

Qualifications: Student who demonstrates financial need and who qualifies for mature student status. The student must be admitted to the B.A.Sc. program or the Marketing Management or Housing and Real Estate Management major of the B.Comm. program, or if already holding a degree, admitted to take undergraduate courses in the above programs. Students must be registered in a minimum of 2 courses and may receive the bursary not more than three times.
Amount: Three bursaries of $200 (one in each of Spring, Fall and Winter semesters)

Nelson Women's Institute Bursary

Established by the Nelson branch of the Halton District Federated Women's Institutes of Ontario. Enquiries should be made to Student Financial Services by October 1.

Qualifications: Mature student enrolled in any undergraduate or graduate program offered by the Department of Consumer Studies, the Department of Family Relations and Applied Human Nutrition and the School of Hotel and Food Administration.
Amount: Annual bursary.

Ontario Pork (Degree) Bursary

Provided by Ontario Pork Producers' Marketing Board. Apply with a completed Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services by October 1.

Qualifications: B.Sc.(Agr.) and B.Comm., Agricultural Business major,students with demonstrated financial need who have completed semester 4 and who have satisfactory academic standing and an interest in pork production.
Amount: One award of $500

Archie and Isabelle (Cook) Rintoul Bursary

Offered by Archie and Isabelle (Cook) Rintoul of OAC '26 and MAC '27 respectively. Enquiries should be made to Student Financial Services.

Qualifications: Student enrolled in the B.A.Sc. program or the Hotel and Food Administration, Housing and Real Estate Management or Marketing Management majors of the B.Comm. program. Students who have completed semester 4 [10.00 credits] and who have demonstrated financial need are eligible.
Amount: One bursary of $500

Robb Travel Grants

Travel grants have been provided by the estate of Martha Robb, Paris, Ontario, in recognition of her love of agriculture. Apply to the Dean, OAC by April 15.

Qualifications: OAC students who are attending another university on a Letter of Permission.
Amount: A number of awards are available up to 80% of the travel costs ($750 maximum)


1999-2000 Undergraduate Calendar
IX--Scholarships and Other Awards

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