IX. Scholarships and Other Awards
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
In-course Scholarships
| AAEP Frank J. Milne Memorial Award |
| The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has established this award in memory of Dr. Frank J. Milne, an inspiring teacher and respected faculty member at the Ontario Veterinary College from 1953 to 1984. Application not required. [C2103] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and demonstrated skills in large animal surgery in the course VETM*4840 (Large Animal Clinics). |
| Amount: |
One award of $500 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| American Animal Hospital Association Prize |
| Donated by the American Animal Hospital Association. Application not required. [C2003] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student successfully completing Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program. The prize will be awarded based on proficiency in VETM*4830 (Small Animal Clinics). |
| Amount: |
An engraved plaque, a commendation in the AAHA publication, a five year a membership in AAHA and a 5 year AHAA meeting membership. |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Auxiliary to Veterinarians Award |
| Endowed by the Auxiliary to Ontario Veterinarians, supporting the profession from 1946 to 1990. Application not required. [I2076] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 2 of the D.V.M. program and who has demonstrated the greatest improvement in academic performance between Phases 1 and 2 of the D.V.M. program |
| Amount: |
One award of $200 |
| Phase: |
2 |
| Aventix Animal Health Prize in Dentistry |
| Provided by Aventix Animal Health. Application not required. [C2149] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who has the highest mark in the Dentistry rotation of the course VETM*4830 (Small Animal Clinics). |
| Amount: |
One award $250 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Aventix Animal Health Prize in Ophthalmology |
| Provided by Aventix Animal Health. Application not required. [C2138] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who has the highest mark in the Ophthalmology rotation of the course VETM*4830 (Small Animal Clinics). |
| Amount: |
One award $250 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Baker Memorial Prize |
| Provided by Dr. J.M. Baker of Meaford in memory of Dr. Charles Baker, O.V.C.'23. Application not required. [I2006] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student with the highest relative class standing in any of the Phases, 1, 2 or 3 of the D.V.M. program. Student must have a minimum of a 70% cumulative average. Preference will be given to a student participating in University sports. |
| Amount: |
One award of $200 |
| Phase: |
1, 2 or 3 |
| Bayer Animal Health Prize |
| Bayer Inc. provides this annual award. Application not required. [I2109] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program with the highest average calculated using the grades the pharmacology and toxicology components of the course VETM*3450 (Principles of Disease in Veterinary Medicine). |
| Amount: |
One award of $400 |
| Phase: |
3 |
| Beloved Friends Award |
| Established by Rose McBride. Application not required. [C2007] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and who has demonstrated kindness and care in the treatment of animals in the medicine and surgery clinics. |
| Amount: |
One award of $300 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Dr. Jonathan Bloom (O.V.C.'93) Ambassadorial Scholarship |
| Jonathan Bloom (O.V.C.'93) and his family have endowed this award. Application not required. [C2114] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and completed an approved elective experience outside the institution during their final year. The recipient will be selected on the basis of the evaluation of performance by the elective host and the manner in which the College and the Profession were represented. Preference will be given to a student who has demonstrated initiative and motivation in a non-traditional elective experience in veterinary medicine. |
| Amount: |
One award of $400 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| CALAM/ACMAL Scholarship |
| Established by the Canadian Association for Laboratory Animal Medicine/L'Association Canadienne de la Medecine des Animaux de Laboratoire (CALAM/ACMAL). The winning report will be selected on the basis of scientific content, relevance to the field of laboratory animal science and quality of the manuscript. The case report may be written in either English or French, and must be in a format suitable for publication in the Canadian Veterinary Journal. Submit Reports to the OVC Assistant Dean, Student Affairs, by February 15. [C2078] |
| Qualification(s): |
Full-time students in the D.V.M. program who have completed Phase 4 |
| Amount: |
One award of $250 and a plaque |
| Canadian Parrot Symposium's Prize in Avian Studies |
| Endowed by the Canadian Parrot Symposium for an undergraduate student in the D.V.M. program or a graduate student enrolled in a department at the Ontario Veterinary College. Application not required. [C2130] |
| Qualification(s): |
Undergraduate student in the D.V.M. program or graduate student registered in the Faculty of Graduate Studies enrolled in a department at the Ontario Veterinary College who are pursuing studies dealing with companion birds, their welfare and well-being, and the human/companion bird relationship. The recipient will be selected on the basis of academic achievement and dedication to the discipline. |
| Amount: |
One award of $250 |
| Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Plaque |
| Established by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA). Application not required. [C2014] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program. The recipient will be selected by the final year class on the basis of leadership, scholarship, and sportsmanship. |
| Amount: |
One award of a plaque |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Prize |
| Established by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA). Application not required. [C2015] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who have completed Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program. The recipient will be selected by members of the third year class on the basis of leadership and achievement in student affairs. |
| Amount: |
One award of $400 |
| Phase: |
3 |
| Molly Carrington Memorial Scholarship |
| Established by the Class of O.V.C.'78, the Carrington Family and Friends in memory of Dr. Molly Carrington (O.V.C.'78). Application. not required. [C2016] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and who has demonstrated proficiency in Small Animal Medicine in the course VETM*4830 (Small Animal Clinics) and also demonstrated high standard of case care and compassion for his or her patients. |
| Amount: |
One award of $500 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| College of Veterinarians of Ontario Scholarship |
| Established by the College of Veterinarians of Ontario. Application not required. [I2080] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program and has been active in college or university affairs. |
| Amount: |
One award of $750 |
| Phase: |
3 |
| BarB Crowe & Don Kuzik Memorial Scholarship |
| Established by BarB Crowe as a memorial to her beloved husband, Don Kuzik, and their dogs. In recognition of Don's ethic of friendship, encouragement, teamwork and a lifelong love of animals. Application not required. [I2155] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program with a demonstrated exceptional commitment to teamwork and willingness to support classmates and colleagues, as selected by a vote of the Phase 4 class. |
| Amount: |
One award of $1,000 |
| Phase: |
3 |
| Dorothea Daniell-Jenkins Memorial Scholarship |
| Friends, family and fellow dog fanciers have established a scholarship in memory of Dorothea Daniell-Jenkins, a respected judge and Terrier breeder. Application not required. [I2107] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program and the externship, who is judged to be the most proficient in small animal medicine and surgery, based on academic performance in Phase 3. |
| Amount: |
One award of $700 |
| Phase: |
3 |
| W.J.R. Fowler Prize |
| Wilfreda Fowler Jackson presents a prize in memory of her father, Dr. W.J.R. Fowler. Application not required. [C2021] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who is most proficient in equine medicine and surgery in the course VETM*4840 (Large Animal Clinics). |
| Amount: |
One award of $100 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| J.P.W. Gilman Prize |
| Established by the colleagues and friends of Prof. J.P.W. Gilman, a teacher of Histology at O.V.C. from 1945 to 1975. Application not required. [I2022] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student enrolled in Phase 2 of the D.V.M. program with the highest grade in the course VETM*3120 (Veterinary Histology). |
| Amount: |
One award of $200 |
| Phase: |
2 |
| Betty Goldhart Scholarships in Medical Genetics |
|
Application not required. [I2024] |
| Qualification(s): |
Students who have completed Phase 1 of the D.V.M. program who have received the first and second highest marks in VETM*3390 (Veterinary Medical Genetics). |
| Amount: |
Two awards of $100 and One award of $75 |
| Phase: |
1 |
| Holstein Association of Canada Prize |
| Presented by the Holstein Association of Canada. Application not required. [C2026] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who has the highest standing in bovine medicine based on VETM*3440 (Clinical Medicine II) and VETM*4870 (Clinical Medicine III), VETM*4840 (Large Animal Clinics) and VETM*4850 (Health Management). |
| Amount: |
One award of $400 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Janssen Animal Health Veterinary Student Prize |
| Presented by Janssen Animal Health. Awarded in the Spring semester. Application not required. [C2136] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program with the highest proficiency in the course VETM*4830 (Small Animal Clinics). |
| Amount: |
One award of a Surgical Instrument Pack (Approximate value $500) |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Kievit Memorial Scholarship in Surgery |
| The class of '66 presents this scholarship in memory of their classmate T.M. Kievit. Application not required. [C2027] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and is recommended by the instructors in the Department of Clinical Studies on the basis of proficiency in surgery, interest and application in lectures and clinics in surgery. |
| Amount: |
One award of $100 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Dr. Jack Lange Memorial Scholarship |
| Family, friends and colleagues of Dr. Jack Lange (O.V.C.'71) have established this memorial scholarship to recognize his contributions to the equine industry, the mutual respect he shared with his clients, and his zest for life. Application not required. [C2122] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who has submitted the best case report dealing with an equine clinical condition in the course VETM*4900 (Veterinary Externship). |
| Amount: |
One award of $500 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Dr. John Lindner Award |
| Donated by Kingsdale Animal Hospital and the family of Dr. John Lindner (O.V.C.'73) an esteemed companion animal practitioner and humanitarian. Application not required. [I2126] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 1 of the D.V.M. program. Recipient will be selected on the basis of academic performance in the course (VETM*3070 Veterinary Anatomy). |
| Amount: |
One award of $500 |
| Phase: |
1 |
| Katherine Elizabeth Long D.V.M. Memorial Scholarship |
| This memorial scholarship was established by the family of Kathy Long D.V.M. (O.V.C.'88). Application not required. [C2088] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who strives most consistently to apply the highest standards of veterinary knowledge and skill while showing concern for the animal's comfort and welfare. The recipient will be selected by a class vote of the final year class. |
| Amount: |
One award of $1,000 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Andrew Leslie MacNabb Prize |
| Presented by the O.V.C. Alumni Association. Application not required. [C2031] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program with the highest mark in veterinary public health in VETM*4850 (Health Management). |
| Amount: |
One award of $200 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Charles Duncan McGilvray Prize |
| The Class of O.V.C.'41 has donated this award to honour the memory of Dr. C.D. McGilvray, Principal of the Ontario Veterinary College, 1918-45. Application not required. [C2034] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who by scholarship, leadership, personality, character, and interest made a worthy contribution to the College as an undergraduate and who is the College's nominee for the Winegard Medal. |
| Amount: |
One award of $200 and a framed certificate |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Dr. D.J. McLellan Scholarship |
| Provided by the estate of Dr. D.J. McLellan (O.V.C.'17). Application not required. [C2035] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program with the highest standing in the courses in which equine contagious diseases are taught: VETM*4450 (Equine Medicine & Surgery), VETM*4840 (Large Animal Clinics) and VETM*4850 (Health Management). |
| Amount: |
One award of $2,000 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Dr. Neal Mendelson Memorial Award |
| Donated by the family of Dr. Neal G. Mendelson (O.V.C.'47), a renowned equine practitioner.. Application not required. [C2089] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program, and is the most proficient in equine studies based on grades in courses VETM*4450 (Equine Medicine and Surgery) and VETM*4840 (Large Animal Clinic) rotations. |
| Amount: |
One award of $200 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Merial Canada Inc. Award of Merit |
| Donated by Merial Canada Inc. Application not required. [C2051] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who have successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and who are judged to be the most proficient in small animal medicine in the course VETM*4830 (Small Animal Clinics). |
| Amount: |
One award $200 and a commemorative plaque |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Merial Canada Inc. Scholarship |
| Donated by Merial Canada Inc. Application not required. [I2052] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student completing Phase 2 of the D.V.M. program who has the highest standing in the course VETM*3470 (Anesthesiology). |
| Amount: |
One award of $200 and a commemorative plaque |
| Phase: |
2 |
| Dr. Roy S. Moore Memorial Award |
| Family, friends, professional colleagues and associates who care for laboratory animals have donated this award in memory of Dr. Roy S. Moore (O.V.C.'54), a veterinarian who dedicated his career to the promotion of humane laboratory animal care. Nominations and curriculum vitae of the nominees must be sent to the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, O.V.C., by January 15. [I0046] |
| Qualification(s): |
The recipient will be selected from undergraduate students nominated by the supervisors of all animal care facilities under the purview of the University's Animal Care Committee. The criteria for nomination and awarding the prize are outstanding aptitude for, interest in, and humane care of, research and teaching animals while working in the facility for the past academic year. |
| Amount: |
One award of $ 350 |
| Dr. A. Noel-Smith Memorial Award |
| Provided by the Oakville Humane Society in honour of Dr. A. Noel-Smith. Application not required. [C2090] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student completing Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program with high academic standing, who is a resident of Oakville or the Regional Municipality of Halton, and who has made a contribution to humane activities during the course of studies. |
| Amount: |
One award of $500 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Novartis Animal Health Canada Inc. |
| Donated by Novartis. Application not required. [I2079] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 2 of the D.V.M. program with the highest grade in the small animal parasitology component of the course VETM*3450 (Principles of Disease). |
| Amount: |
One award of $500 |
| Phase: |
2 |
| Ontario Association of Bovine Practitioners' Award |
| Donated by the Ontario Association of Bovine Practitioners. Application not required. [C2093] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and who has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in bovine herd health and an interest in bovine practice, based on performance in VETM*4850 Health Management. |
| Amount: |
One award of $250 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Ontario Association of Swine Practitioners' Prize |
| Presented by the Ontario Association of Swine Practitioners. Apply by letter, stating swine industry experience to date, and including the essay, to the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, OVC, by January 15. [I2147] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student registered in the first or second year of the D.V.M. program who shows an active interest in pursuing a career in swine health management. Selection will be based on the best essay submitted describing an issue facing the swine industry. |
| Amount: |
One award of $250 |
| Phase: |
1,2 |
| Ontario Pork Producers' Marketing Board Prize |
| Donated by the Ontario Pork Producers' Marketing Board. Application not required. [C2041] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and who has demonstrated proficiency in the study of swine diseases, based on performance in the course VETM*4850 (Health Management). |
| Amount: |
One award of $500 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| OSPCA Veterinary Student Prize |
| Established by the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in recognition of its 100th anniversary. Application not required. [I2146] |
| Qualification(s): |
A student who has successfully completed Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program and has been selected by classmates as showing exceptional compassion toward, and interest, in animals. The recipient must be a resident of Ontario as defined by the OSOTF program (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: |
One award of a $500 University of Guelph bookstore gift certificate |
| Phase: |
3 |
| OTS Delta Club Scholarship |
| Donated by the OTS Delta Club from the Ontario Veterinary College. Application not required. [I2039] |
| Qualification(s): |
A student who has completed Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program. The recipient will be chosen on the basis of scholastic achievement and contribution to Club affairs. |
| Amount: |
One award of $300 |
| Phase: |
3 |
| Ottawa-Carleton 1983 International Ploughing Match Scholarship |
| Apply to Student Financial Services by April 1 with a completed Need Assessment Form and a letter outlining extracurricular activities. [I0340] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student from the Region of Ottawa-Carleton who has completed Phase 1 of the D.V.M. program and who has a cumulative average of 70% (minimum) standing in Phase 1. Participation in extracurricular activities and financial need will be considered. |
| Amount: |
One award of $1,000 |
| Phase: |
1 |
| O.V.C.'75 Award in Memory of Aki Sasage |
| Established by classmates and colleagues of Dr. Aki Sasage (O.V.C.'75), a new Canadian of exceptional character and sensitivity, with a keen interest in clinical veterinary medicine. Application not required. [C2092] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the veterinary program with the highest standing in course VETM*4900 (Veterinary Externship). |
| Amount: |
One award of $700 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| O.V.C. Alumni Association Proficiency Prizes (In-course) |
| Presented by the O.V.C. Alumni Association. Application not required. [I2048] |
| Qualification(s): |
D.V.M. students successfully completing Phases 1, 2, and 3 with the highest class standing for the Phase. |
| Amount: |
Three awards of $500 |
| Phase: |
1, 2, 3 |
| O.V.C. Alumni Association Proficiency Prizes (Convocation) |
| Presented by the O.V.C. Alumni Association. Application not required. [C2045] |
| Qualification(s): |
Students who have successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program, who have the three highest program averages. |
| Amount: |
One 1st place award of $500, one 2nd place award of $300 , and one 3rd place award of $200 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| O.V.C. Alumni Association Travel Fellowship |
| Presented by the O.V.C. Alumni Association to support summer work programs under the direction of a faculty member at another University. Applications must be submitted in writing to the O.V.C. Awards Committee before the Christmas break in Phase 3, with a reference from at least one O.V.C. instructor and a letter indicating that satisfactory arrangements have been made for the summer work. [T2044] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 2 of the D.V.M. program with high academic standing. The Awards Committee will consider the qualities of leadership, integrity, personality and the ability to communicate well. The recipient must indicate that arrangements have been made to work in the summer between Phases 3 and 4 under a faculty member at another University. |
| Amount: |
One award of $1,500 |
| Phase: |
2 |
| O.V.C. Spirit Prize |
| Provided by the O.V.C. Alumni Association. Application not required. [I0469] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student in Phase 1 of the D.V.M. program based on contributions to the O.V.C. community and his or her demonstration of leadership, sportsmanship, and the ability to get and keep his or her classmates involved in the O.V.C. community. The recipient will be selected on the basis of a class vote at the end of Phase 1. |
| Amount: |
One award of $100 |
| Phase: |
1 |
| OVMA Animal Behaviour and Welfare Award |
| Presented by the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association. Application not required. [I2095] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 2 of the D.V.M. program with the highest grade in the animal behaviour component of the course VETM*3410 (Health Management II). |
| Amount: |
One award of $250 and a plaque |
| Phase: |
2 |
| OVMA-Erie Herd Health and Population Medicine Award |
| Presented by the Veterinary Association and the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association. Application not required. [C2081] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who has the highest average in VETM*4850 (Health Management). |
| Amount: |
One award of $500 and an engraved plaque. |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Dr. Wendy Parker Award in Clinical Dermatology, sponsored by Aventix Animal Health |
| Provided by Aventix Animal Health and recognizing the support of retired professor, Dr. Wendy Parker. Application not required. [C2158] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who has the highest mark in the Dermatology rotation of the course VETM*4830 (Small Animal Clinics). |
| Amount: |
One award $250 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Pfizer Animal Health Company Prizes |
| Pfizer Animal Health, Pfizer Canada Inc. presents two prizes to students in the D.V.M. program. Application not required. [C2055] |
| Qualification(s): |
Students who have successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and who has demonstrated greatest proficiency in large animal medicine in the course VETM*4840 (Large Animal Clinics) and greatest proficiency in small animal surgery in the course VETM*4830 (Small Animal Clinics). |
| Amount: |
One award of $150 (Large Animal Clinics) and one award of $100 (Small Animal Clinics) |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Pfizer Scholarship |
| Pfizer Animal Health, Pfizer Canada Inc. donates two scholarships to students in the D.V.M. program. Application not required. [I2049] |
| Qualification(s): |
Students who have completed Phase 2 and Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program. The recipients will be selected by his or her classmates on the basis of scholarship and leadership. |
| Amount: |
Two awards of $600 |
| Phase: |
2 and 3 |
| James and Marjorie Pinkney Studentship Research Award |
| This award was established by Dr. R. James Pinkney, a distinguished alumnus of O.V.C.'37. Dr. Pinkney was a veterinary practitioner in Cooksville for over forty years and received numerous awards for sportsmanship in agricultural competition and leadership in agriculture. Applications must be submitted by candidates and their supervising faculty members to the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, O.V.C., by January 22. [I2125] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student in the D.V.M. program in Phases 1, 2, or 3 to pursue, during the summer months, a research project related to the health and welfare of animals. Students taking part in the Phase 3 externship program may receive a portion of the award for the non-externship portion of the summer. |
| Amount: |
One award of $4,000 |
| Phase: |
1, 2 , 3 |
| Dr. George Rankin Memorial Equine Scholarship |
| Established to honour the memory of Dr. George Rankin. Apply to the O.V.C. Awards Committee, at the end of Phase 3, with a résumé and supporting letters documenting your interest and aptitude in equine medicine and surgery by January 15. [I2053] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student in the D.V.M. program who is entering Phase 4 (final year), and who has a minimum B average. |
| Amount: |
One award of $1,000 |
| Phase: |
3 |
| Major James Rattray Proficiency Prizes |
| Awarded by the College in memory of Major James Rattray. Application not required. [I2054] |
| Qualification(s): |
D.V.M. students completing each of Phases 1, 2, and 3 with the second highest class standings for the Phase. |
| Amount: |
Three awards of $200 |
| Phase: |
1, 2 , 3 |
| Dr. John Reeve-Newson Emergency Medicine Prize |
| Presented by the Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Toronto in recognition of the exceptional contributions of Dr. John Reeve-Newson. Dr. Reeve-Newson served as chair of the clinic board for over 25 years, and was instrumental in the development and growth of the facility. Application not required. [C2150] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student completing Phase 4 of D.V.M. program, who has the highest mark in the Emergency & Critical Care Medicine rotation of the course Small Animal Clinics (VETM*4830). |
| Amount: |
One award of $1,000 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Dr. C.K. "Chuck" Roe Memorial Scholarship |
| The Class of O.V.C.'60, together with family, friends and colleagues of Dr. "Chuck" Roe (O.V.C.'50), a respected faculty member of the Ontario Veterinary College and exemplary humanitarian have endowed this memorial scholarship. Application not required. [I2096] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 2 of the D.V.M. program with the highest grade in the swine health management component of the course VETM*4530 (Advanced Health Management). The recipient's participation in College and other extracurricular activities will also be considered. |
| Amount: |
One award of $500 |
| Phase: |
2 |
| Royal Canadian Army Veterinary Corps Prize |
| In 1923, Colonel C.E. Edgett (O.V.C. 1906), donated the funds from the proceeds of the sale of a horse ambulance, donated by the RSPCA for use in World War I, to establish the Royal Canadian Army Veterinary Corps Prize. Applicants must submit a plan for the work/study visit and a letter from the host to the O.V.C. Awards Committee by the end of Phase 2. [I2097] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 1 of the D.V.M. program planning a work/study visit to an equine facility during the summer between second and third year. In keeping with the original terms of the award, the care and welfare of horses should be a significant component of the proposal. Selection will be based on the merit of the proposal and academic performance. |
| Amount: |
One award of $250 |
| Phase: |
1, 2 |
| Dr. Jean Rumney Memorial Scholarship |
| Donated by the Hamilton Dog Obedience Club Incorporated in memory of Dr. Jean Rumney (O.V.C.'39). Application not required. [I2098] |
| Qualification(s): |
Students who have completed Phase 2 of the D.V.M. program, and who rank first and second in the small animal portions of the courses VETM*3430 (Clinical Medicine I). |
| Amount: |
One award of $600 (first place) and one of $400 (second place) |
| Phase: |
2 |
| Elsevier Prizes |
| Provided by Elsevier Science Canada. Application not required. [I2058] |
| Qualification(s): |
Students completing Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program with the highest average in VETM*4460 (Ruminant Medicine and Surgery) and VETM*4470 (Medicine and Surgery of the Dog and Cat I & II). |
| Amount: |
One book prize |
| Phase: |
3 |
| Dr. J. Grant Savage (O.V.C.'48) Memorial Prize |
| This award has been established by family and friends of Dr. Savage who dedicated his life to the health and welfare of farm animals, thus helping to maintain the fabric of rural life in Maine. Apply by letter to the O.V.C. Assistant Dean for Student Affairs by January 31. [I2140] |
| Qualification(s): |
Full-time student who has completed Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program. Selection will be based on high academic standing (at least A-) in the courses Ruminant Medicine and Surgery (VETM*4410) and Health Management for Ruminants (VETM*4160). Preference will be given to students who have shown an interest in ruminant medicine, surgery and health management through participation in related activities. |
| Amount: |
One award of $1,000 |
| Phase: |
3 |
| Schering-Plough Canada Leadership Prize |
| Schering-Plough Canada has established this prize as part of their commitment to veterinary education. Application not required. [I2133] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 2 of the D.V.M. program who, based on class nomination and a class vote, in the minds of his or her fellow students continues to demonstrate outstanding leadership, versatility of interests and involvement in community affairs, both within and outside the College and the University. |
| Amount: |
One award of $750 |
| Phase: |
2 |
| Schering-Plough Canada Prize in Bovine Reproduction |
| Schering-Plough Canada has established this prize as part of their commitment to veterinary education. Application not required. [C2132] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student successfully completing Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who has exhibited outstanding performance in the theriogenology and ruminant field service rotations during his or her final year. |
| Amount: |
One award of $750 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| F.W. Schofield Prize in Pathology |
| Awarded by the Ontario Veterinary College, Department of Pathobiology to honour the memory of Dr. F. W. Schofield (O.V.C.'10), an honourable professional who attended Korea in 1916 to teach bacteriology and hygiene at a mission school, did research through his entire career, and to whom we owe the development and present extensive use of the anticoagulant coumarin in all phases of medicine. Application not required. [C2059] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student completing Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program with the highest ranking in Pathology. |
| Amount: |
One award of $400 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Norman W. Simmons Memorial Award |
| Established in memory of Norman W. Simmons. Application not required. [I2124] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program with the highest grade in course VETM*4070 (Diseases of Non-Domestic Animals). |
| Amount: |
One award of $150 |
| Phase: |
3 |
| Andrew Smith Memorial Medal |
| Presented by O.V.C. in memory of the late Andrew Smith, founder of the Ontario Veterinary College. Application not required. [C2060] |
| Qualification(s): |
D.V.M. student who has successfully completed Phase 4 with the highest program average at the end of Phase 4. The student's entire college career will be considered. |
| Amount: |
One award of a gold medal |
| Phase: |
4 |
| W.G. Stevenson Memorial Scholarship |
| Presented as a memorial to Dr. W. Gordon Stevenson (O.V.C.'37) by Pfizer Animal Health. Application not required. [C2063] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program who is most proficient in bovine reproduction and obstetrics in the course VETM*4850 (Health Management). |
| Amount: |
One award of $150 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Dr. W.J. Stinson Scholarship |
| Provided by the Dr. W.J. Stinson Scholarship Fund Committee. Application not required. [C2065] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and who is the most proficient in bovine reproduction and obstetrics. |
| Amount: |
One award of $200 |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Dr. Samuel Downing Stirk Memorial Award |
| Donated by the family of Dr. Samuel Downing Stirk. Application not required. [C2066] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program and judged by the Farm Service Clinicians to have the best diagnostic ability of disease in food animals in the course VETM*4850 (Health Management). |
| Amount: |
One award of $250 and a framed picture. |
| Phase: |
4 |
| Luke Thomson Memorial Award for Outstanding Commitment to Human-Companion Animal Bond |
| Donated by Dr. Catherine Thomson-McGhie (O.V.C.'91). Article submission to the O.V.C. Awards Committee by January 1. [I2119] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student enrolled in the D.V.M. program who has submitted an article suitable for publication dealing with the Human-Companion Animal Bond and its relevance in veterinary practice. The article must be completed according to the Canadian Veterinary Journal format for Brief Communications. |
| Amount: |
One award of $500 |
| Robert Walker Memorial Scholarship |
| This award is presented by O.V.C.'78 in memory of their classmate, Robert Walker. Application not required. [I2071] |
| Qualification(s): |
Student who has completed Phase 1 of the D.V.M. program with the highest standing in VETM*3070 (Veterinary Anatomy). |
| Amount: |
One award of $100 |
| Phase: |
1 |
| Waltham Scholarships |
| Donated by Effem Foods Ltd. Application not required. [I2102] |
| Qualification(s): |
Students who have completed Phase 3 of the D.V.M. program with the highest and second highest grades in course VETM*4180 (Health Management for Companion and Sporting Animals). |
| Amount: |
Two awards of $500 |
| Phase: |
3 |
| Wyeth Case Report Awards |
| Donated by Wyeth Animal Health. Applicants must submit a case report to the Coordinator of the Externship Course, using the prescribed format before the date stated in the course outline. [C2111] |
| Qualification(s): |
Students who have successfully completed Phase 4 of the D.V.M. program. The recipients will be selected on the basis of the quality of the case report required for completion of course VETM*4900 (Veterinary Externship). One award will be given for the best case report in production animals (swine, beef, or dairy) and the other award will be given for the best case report for companion animals. |
| Amount: |
Two awards of $500 |
| Phase: |
4 |
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