IX. Scholarships and Other Awards

Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management Degree

Entrance Scholarships

1961-1964 Redmen Football Scholarships [E0770]
Made possible by the generous contributions of members of the 1961-1964 Redmen Football teams. The recipients(s) will be selected based upon extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. No application is necessary. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Dr. Robert Keith (c/o 1961-1964 Football Committee)
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Gryphon Football team with a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: several scholarships ranging from $1500 to $3500
2003-2009 Men’s Cross Country and Track and Field Legacy Scholarship [E0769]
Made possible by the generous contributions of Gryphon Cross Country and Track and Field alumni from 2003-2009. The recipient(s) will be selected based upon extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. No application is necessary. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Mr. Christopher Moulton (on behalf of the 2003-2009 Gryphon Men’s Cross Country team)
Qualification(s): Entering student athlete who is a member of the Gryphon Men’s Cross Country or Track and Field team who is registered in any undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 70% average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Al Singleton Hockey Scholarships [E0687]
The recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. No application is necessary.
Donor(s):
1957-58 OA-VC Redmen Championship Hockey Team
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Men’s Hockey team and registered in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: Numerous awards ranging in value from $750 to $3,500
Allen Keele Track and Field Scholarship [E0663]
Recipients will be selected based on demonstrated athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Allen Keele
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Varsity track and field team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,350
Amos & William Lowe Memorial Scholarship [E0158]
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 is not required.
Donor(s):
William B. Lowe and Amos Edgar Lowe
Qualification(s): Student entering any of the undergraduate degree programs of the Ontario Agricultural College.
Amount: 1 award of $1,250
Angelo and Frank Agro Undergraduate Scholarship [E0520]
These scholarships are provided by the Agro Scholarship Fund. Apply, by April 15, to Student Financial Services, with a one to two-page, point-form listing of 4-H activities. This list should describe current or past activities within 4H and the position titles/names, if applicable. Attach a reference letter from a 4H club official. These scholarships will be awarded to the students demonstrating the most active involvement with 4H clubs. The committee will consider any appropriate elements, such as the length of membership in 4H, leadership role(s) in support of 4H, creativity in 4H outreach, and coordination with other rural and academic activities. Credit will be given to those who have achieved in county, provincial and national 4H competitions. Recipients must maintain full-time studies and at least a 70% program average each year for continuation of the award.
Donor(s):
The Frank Agro Estate
Qualification(s): Full-time students entering semester 1 who have attained a minimum 75% admission average and completion of a minimum of 10 - 4H projects.
Amount: 9 awards of $7,000 (payable over 4 years of study)
Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management KCF Scholarship – Equine [E0661]
Selection includes equally weighted consideration of admission average and community and high school activities that demonstrate interest and experience in the equine field. Apply by April 15 to the Chair, OAC, Kemptville Campus Awards Committee, providing a maximum two page description of extra-curricular and community activities relating to equine. Recipients will receive $500 in semester one and an additional $500 in semester two, conditional upon achieving at least a 60% overall average in semester one.
Donor(s):
Kemptville College Foundation
Qualification(s): Students entering the BBRM-Equine Degree program with a minimum 75% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Barry Lee Scholarship for Agricultural Excellence [E0797]
Established to recognize Barry Lee’s 19 years of service as Councilor and his strong support of rural and agricultural activities in the region. Preference will be given first to students from the Regional Municipality of Halton. Selection will be based on highest admission average. No application is required.
Donor(s):
The Regional Municipality of Halton
Qualification(s): Students entering any undergraduate program offered by OAC.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Board of Governors' Scholarships [E0317]
The scholarship will be paid in eight equal installments with the first and second payments payable shortly after registration in semesters 1 and 2. The 3rd to 8th payments are contingent upon obtaining a minimum average of 80% over the previous two semesters of full-time study. Students who fail to qualify for a payment may re-qualify by subsequently obtaining an 80% or better average over the previous two semesters of full-time study. This award cannot be held with the President's or Chancellors' Scholarships. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Board of Governors
Qualification(s): Academically outstanding students entering semester 1 with the highest admission averages of the entering cohort.
Amount: 25 award of $8,000 (payable over 4 years of study)
Bob & Joyce Brooks Football Scholarships [E0691]
The recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. No application is necessary.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Joyce Brooks
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the football team and registered in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: Numerous awards ranging in value from $750 to $3,500
Centaur Sports Athletic Scholarship [E0819]
The recipients will be selected based on demonstrated leadership abilities and contributions to the team. No application is necessary. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Centaur Sports Contracting
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of a University of Guelph Gryphon Varsity team with a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 2 awards of $3,500
Coach Rudy Florio Football Scholarship [E0737]
Established by Rudy Florio. Selection wil be based on demonstrated leadership qualities and contributions to the team. Head Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Mr. Rudy Florio
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of a varsity football team and registered in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
David Mirvish Chancellor's Scholarship [E0822]
Established in 2012 in honour of David Mirvish, chancellor of the University of Guelph and considered one of the most prestigious entrance awards at the University of Guelph. Selection will be made on demonstrated superior leadership ability and potential as evidenced through positions held, extra-curricular activities, involvements in high school and communities and reference support. Students apply by January 25 by completing the online application. Short-listed candidates will be invited to campus for an interview. This scholarship cannot be held with the President’s Scholarships, the Lincoln Alexander Scholarships, the Pamela Wallin Scholarships or the Board of Governors’ Scholarships.
Donor(s):
University of Guelph
Qualification(s): Students entering a degree program with a minimum 90% admission average who have taken a leadership role in activities relating to arts and culture and demonstrate the potential to become a leader in society.
Amount: 1 award of $32,000 ($6,500 annually for 4 years of study plus one $6,000 stipend for summer research assistantship)
Dick Brown Football Scholarship [E0820]
Established In honour of Dick Brown, former Gryphon Football Head Coach from 1970-1978 and made possible by the generous contributions of Dr. Patrick Lett Ph.D., LL.D., a Gryphon Football Letterman and All-Star. The recipients will be selected based upon extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. No application is necessary. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Dr. Patrick Lett
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Gryphon Football team, has achieved a minimum 80% admission average and is registered in an undergraduate program.
Amount: several awards of up to $4,000
Dr. C. John Small Commonwealth Scholarship [I0611]
Established in honour of Dr. C. John Small, OAC BSA '42, Hon D. Law '75, and his lifelong dedication to foreign service. Selection will be based on the assessment of : (a) a one-page submission describing the significance for the student visiting Guelph to the program of study at the partner exchange University, (b) two faculty references of no more than one-page each, and (c) consistent high performance in course work completed, as documented by a transcript of program grades to date. Apply to the Centre for International Programs by May 1 for visiting during the subsequent Fall or Winter semesters with the above mentioned documents.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Jean K. Small
Qualification(s): Full-time visiting exchange students registered for at least one semester from a Commonwealth developing country who are pursuing studies or conducting research in the area of agriculture and rural development.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Dr. Jack Britney Scholarship [E0034]
Established in memory of Dr. Jack Britney, a graduate of '57A and O.A.C. '60 and former faculty member in the former School of Food Agriculture and Resource Economics and Extension Education. Preference will be given to Graduates of the Diploma in Agriculture program. Apply by April 15 with a letter to the O.A.C. Awards Office on the Guelph campus.
Donor(s):
Friends and Associates
Qualification(s): Graduate students from a University of Guelph Diploma program with high academic achievement and entering a degree program at the University of Guelph.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Dr. John Scott-Thomas Cross / Country and Track and Field Scholarship [E0695]
Coaches will nominate student recipients to the Athletics Awards Committee. The recipient will be selected based on demonstrated leadership abilities and contributions to the team. No application is necessary.
Donor(s):
Various Donors
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Varsity Cross / Country or Track and Field Team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,350
Elaine Scott-Thomas Track and Field Scholarship [E0706]
The recipient will be selected based on demonstrated leadership qualities and contributions to the team. Head Coach will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. No application is necessary.
Donor(s):
Dave Scott-Thomas CBS BSc ‘88
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the varsity cross-country or track and field team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Embry Family Scholarship [E0736]
Established by John Embry, a former varsity athlete. Selection will be based on demonstrated leadership qualities and contributions to the team. Head Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Mr. John Embry
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of a varsity team and registered in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
Ernest Kendall and Grace (Jowett) Kendall Varsity Swim Team Scholarship [E0627]
Established by Ernest Kendall, O.A.C. BSA 1932, this scholarship recognizes students who are members of the varsity swim team and excel both academically and in a rigorous athletic environment. The recipient will exhibit strong academics and extraordinary athletic qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Ernest Kendall
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the varsity swim team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 2 awards of $1,350
Ernie Kendall Science Entrance Scholarship [E0668]
Established by Ernest Kendall, O.A.C. B.S.A. 1932 and awarded to the student entering a science program with the highest admission average. Preference will be given to students that graduated from Elmira District School. This award is not tenable with the President's Scholarships, the Lincoln Alexander Scholarships or the Board of Govenors' Scholarships. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Ernest W. Kendall
Qualification(s): Students entering any sciences (B.Sc., B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Sc.(Env.), B.Sc.(Tech), B.A.Sc., B.A.S., B.B.R.M., B.Eng.) degree program with a minimum 80.0% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
Football Endowment Fund (FEF) Scholarship [E0644]
Recipients will be selected based on demonstrated athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Various University of Guelph donors
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Men's football team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: various awards of $750 to $3,500
Furtado Family Cross Country Scholarship [E0823]
This scholarship has been made possible by the generous contributions of the Furtado Family. The recipients will be selected based upon extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. No application is necessary. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Mr. Jose Furtado
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Gryphon Women’s Cross Country team with a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
George A. Gray O.A.C. '51 Varsity Scholarships [E0487]
Established in memory of George Gray, O.A.C. '51, a Guelph football lineman and a great player of the game. Recipients will be selected based on demonstrated athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Preference will be given to members of the varsity football team. Application is not required. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):
Mrs. George A. Gray
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of a varsity team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 2 awards of $1,250
George Ames Cross Country Scholarship in Memory of Coach Vic Matthews [E0677]
Recipients will be selected based on demonstrated athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
George Ames
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Varsity Cross Country team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
Gerd and Christel Baldauf Men's Basketball Scholarship [E0639]
Established by Christian Baldauf, BSc. '95, in honour of his parents. Recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Dr. Christian Baldauf
Qualification(s): Student-athlete entering the BSc program who is a member of the varsity Men's Basketball team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
Gordon W. Innes Scholarship [E0140]
Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Gordon W. 'Sparky' Innes Scholarship Fund Committee of the Woodstock Agricultural Society.
Qualification(s): Student entering any degree program from Oxford County with the highest admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,400
Gryphon Athletic Scholarships [E0631]
Recipients will be selected based on demonstrated athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
University of Guelph
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of a varsity team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: various awards of $750 to $3,500
Hardy International Student Scholarship [E0659]
Selection is based on the assessment of the student's admission application and preference is given in the following order: students from Haiti; students from Africa; then any other international student. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Marion Hardy
Qualification(s): Full-time international students (defined as paying the international student tuition and fees) entering any degree program.
Amount: 1 award of $3,000
International Student Entrance Scholarships [E0408]
In support of the University's strategic direction of internationalism, entrance scholarships are available each Fall semester to the top international students entering their first semester of an undergraduate degree program at the University of Guelph. Applicants must submit all relevant documentation for admission consideration by March 1 to be considered for a scholarship. These scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
University of Guelph
Qualification(s): Students on a "student visa" entering an undergraduate degree program at the University of Guelph with a record of high academic achievement and extracurricular involvement, and studying full-time. This award is offered for the first year of study.
Amount: Several awards ranging in value from $500 - $6,000
J.D. MacLachlan Scholarship [E0170]
Provided by the family of J.D. MacLachlan. The recipient will be the student entering with the highest admission average. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
The J.D. MacLachlan Trust
Qualification(s): Students entering any degree program at the University of Guelph.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Jack and Lillian MacDonald Scholarship [E0379]
Family, friends, and colleagues of Lillian MacDonald and Dr. Jack MacDonald, Vice-President, Academic, of the University of Guelph from 1986 to 1995, have established a scholarship that recognizes their commitment to increasing the accessibility of post-secondary education to aboriginal persons. In the first instance, the award will be given to an entering student coming from the Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) and who has received the highest cumulative average in the Native University Program. If there is no entering student in any one year, the scholarship will be awarded to the in-course student who is a graduate of the SNP (or previously, the Grand River Polytechnical Institute) who has the highest cumulative average at the University.
Donor(s):
Family, friends, and colleagues of Lillian MacDonald and Dr. Jack MacDonald
Qualification(s): Entering students coming from the Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP).
Amount: 1 award of $900
James and Shirley MacDonald Entrance Scholarship [E0807]
James MacDonald, OAC ’50 was a past principal at Ridgetown College, now known as the Ridgetown Campus of the University of Guelph. Selection will be based on highest admission average. No application is required.
Donor(s):
James and Shirley MacDonald
Qualification(s): Students entering the Environmental Management Major of the Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management program.
Amount: 1 award of $2,500
Kelly Bertrand Cross Country Scholarship [E0684]
The recipient will be selected based on demonstrated leadership abilities, including commitment, dedication, perseverance and contributions to the team. Preference is given to current members of the Varsity Cross Country Team. Head Coach will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. No application is necessary.
Donor(s):
Kelly Bertrand
Qualification(s): Entering student-athletes who are members of the Varsity Cross Country Team and who have achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
Larry Pearson Men's Volleyball Athletic Scholarships [E0618]
Established by Larry Pearson, a former varsity volleyball athlete and University of Guelph graduate, this scholarship recognizes students who are members of the men's varsity volleyball team and excel both academically and in a rigorous athletic environment. The recipient will exhibit strong academics and extraordinary athletic qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Larry Pearson
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the men's varsity volleyball team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: several awards up to $3,500
Latifpoor-Keparoutis Family Varsity SwimTeam Scholarship [E0732]
Selection will be based on demonstrated leadership qualities and contributions to the team with preference given to a C.B.S. or C.P.E.S. student athlete. Head Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Maryam Latifpoor-Keparoutis
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the varsity swim team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,200
Lincoln Alexander Scholarships [E0689]
Established in 2001 in honour of Lincoln Alexander, Chancellor Emeritus of the University of Guelph and former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, on his 80th birthday They are intended to enhance student diversity and are one of the most prestigious entrance awards at the University of Guelph. Selection will be made on demonstrated superior leadership ability and potential as evidenced through positions held, extra-curricular activities, involvements in high school and communities and reference support. Students apply by January 25 by completing the online application. Short-listed candidates will be invited to campus for an interview. This award cannot be held with the President’s Scholarships, the Pamela Wallin Chancellor’s Scholarships or the Board of Governors’ Scholarships.
Donor(s):
Many Donors
Qualification(s): Students entering a degree program with a minimum 90% admission average who have made significant leadership contributions to their schools and communities. In addition, students must be: Aboriginal; or a person with a disability; or a member of a racial minority.
Amount: 2 awards of $32,000 ($6,500 annually for 4 years of study plus one $6,000 stipend for summer research assistantship)
Lloyd Dorr Memorial Hockey Scholarship [E0708]
Established in memory of Lloyd Dorr to recognize his belief in the value of education and his love of sports. Preference given to a former OHL Guelph Storm player. The recipient will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. No application is necessary.
Donor(s):
Family and Friends of the late Lloyd Dorr
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the men’s varsity hockey team and registered in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
McArthur-Humphries Scholarship [E0183]
An equal number of awards are available to students from each county. In the case of insufficient eligible applicants from one county, the awards will be given to eligible applicants from the other county. These scholarships are awarded to students with the highest admission averages. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Wilhelmina McArthur-Humphries Trust Fund
Qualification(s): Students entering any degree program with a minimum 75% admission average from Lanark and Wellington Counties.
Amount: 12 awards of $1,000
Men's Basketball Scholarships [E0638]
Recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Anonymous (Alumnus)
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the varsity Men's Basketball team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 4 awards of $2,500
Men’s Soccer Alumni Scholarship [E0771]
Made possible by the generous contributions of Men’s Soccer Alumni and friends. The recipient(s) will be selected based upon extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. No application is necessary. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Mr. Paul Wombwell (on behalf of the Men’s Soccer Alumni Committee)
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Gryphon men’s soccer team with a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: several awards ranging in value from $1,000 to $3,500
Moulton-Hutchinson Family Track and Field Scholarship [E0705]
The recipient will be selected based on demonstrated leadership qualities and contributions to the team. Head Coach will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. No application is necessary.
Donor(s):
The Moulton and Hutchinson Families
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the varsity cross-country or track and field team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
O.A.C. '49 Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management - Equine Entrance Scholarships [E0615]
This award has been established to support the Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management program. Students should apply by April 15 to Student Financial Services with a letter outlining career aspirations, extracurricular and community involvement in equine related activities.
Donor(s):
Class of O.A.C. '49 O.A.C. Alumni Foundation
Qualification(s): Students entering the first semester of the Equine major of the BBRM program with a minimum 75% admission average.
Amount: 2 awards of $2,500
O.A.C. '49 Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management Entrance Scholarships [E0585]
This award has been established to support the Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management program. Students should apply by April 15, to Student Financial Services with a letter outlining career aspirations, extracurricular and community involvement in agri-food related activities.
Donor(s):
Class of O.A.C. '49 O.A.C. Alumni Foundation
Qualification(s): Students entering the first semester of the BBRM program with a minimum 75% admission average.
Amount: 2 awards of $2,500
OAC Specialist High Skills Major Program Scholarships (SHSM) [E0832]
The scholarships will be awarded to the 3 students with the highest admission averages. No application is required.
Donor(s):
OAC Dean’s Office Liaison Program
Qualification(s): Students entering any OAC undergraduate program with a minimum 75% admission average who are/were registered in the Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM).
Amount: 3 awards of $1,000
Ontario Institute of Agrologists’ Mike Jenkinson Memorial Scholarship [E0738]
Established to honour Mike Jenkinson (OAC BSA 1963) who demonstrated and promoted professionalism in agriculture through his work and involvement in OIA. Selection will be based on development of professional skills as demonstrated by attendance or presentations at conferences or workshops, participation in or leadership on committees, organizations, etc., involvement in business ventures, volunteering, mentoring or community involvement. Preference will be given to students entering from the High Skills Agriculture Program (SHSM) at the high school level and if no applications are received from this program, selection will be based on the highest admission average. Apply by April 15th to the Student Financial Services with a letter of no more than 2 pages outlining attendance or presentations at conferences or workshops, participation in or leadership on committees, organizations, etc., involvement in business ventures, volunteering, mentoring or community involvement. Please indicate whether the High Skills Agriculture Program (SHSM) has been taken in high school.
Donor(s):
Ontario Institute Of Agrologists
Qualification(s): Students entering any OAC degree undergraduate program with a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Pamela Wallin Scholarships [E0688]
Established in 2009 in honour of Pamela Wallin, Chancellor of the University of Guelph (2007-2011) and considered one of the most prestigious entrance awards at the University of Guelph. Selection will be made on demonstrated superior leadership ability and potential as evidenced through positions held, extra-curricular activities, involvements in high school and communities and reference support. Students apply by January 25 by completing the online application. Short-listed candidates will be invited to campus for an interview. This scholarship cannot be held with the President’s Scholarships, the Lincoln Alexander Scholarships, the David Mirvish Chancellor's Scholarships, or the Board of Governors’ Scholarships.
Donor(s):
University of Guelph
Qualification(s): Students entering a degree program with a minimum 90% admission average who have taken a leadership role in activities that demonstrate an interest in international relations and development and who indicate an ongoing desire to gain a broader subject knowledge through course work and/or engagement in the discipline and demonstrate the potential to become a leader in society.
Amount: 1 award of $32,000 ($6,500 annually for 4 years of study plus one $6,000 stipend for summer research assistantship)
President's & Chancellor's Finalists Scholarship [E0651]
Established in recognition of demonstrated academic excellence, leadership ability and participation in the President's and Chancellor's Scholarship interviews. These scholarships will be awarded to those students who were not selected for a President's or Chancellor's Scholarship and register in any degree program in the fall semester of the same scholarship competition year. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Provost, and Vice-President Academic of the University of Guelph
Qualification(s): Students entering any degree program who have been interviewed for consideration for a President's or Chancellor's Scholarship.
Amount: several awards of $500
President's Scholarship [E0238]
Established in 1987 in honour of their donors or distinguished members of the University and are considered one of the most prestigious entrance awards at the University of Guelph. Selection will be made on demonstrated superior leadership ability and potential as evidenced through positions held, extra-curricular activities, involvements in high school and communities and reference support. Students apply by January 25 by completing the online application. Short-listed candidates will be invited to campus for an interview. This scholarship cannot be held with the Chancellor Scholarships: the Lincoln Alexander; the Pamela Wallin; and the David Mirvish, or the Board of Governors’ Scholarships.
Donor(s):
A number of President's Scholarships have been named in honour of the following people and/or donors:
Cecil H. Franklin and Ingrid Franklin
In honour of Cecil Franklin, former Chair of the Board of Governors and Honorary Fellow of the University, the University of Guelph has named one of these twelve prestigious entrance awards to recognize his financial contributions and volunteer support to the President's Entrance Scholarship program.
Charles S. Humphrey
In memory of Charles S. Humphrey, a former President of Hart Chemical Company Canada Ltd. and long-time friend, the University has named one of these twelve prestigious entrance awards to recognize his financial contribution through his estate to the President's Entrance Scholarship program.
Jack R. Longstaffe
The University of Guelph has named one of these twelve prestigious entrance awards in memory of Jack R. Longstaffe to recognize his financial contribution through his estate to the President's Entrance Scholarship program.
Burton C. Matthews
The University of Guelph has named one of these twelve prestigious entrance awards in honour of Burton C. Matthews to recognize his insight and leadership in establishing the President's Entrance Scholarship program.
Kathleen and Frederick Metcalf
Mr. and Mrs. F.T. Metcalf of Guelph have endowed this award. After a distinguished career in cable TV, broadcasting and publishing, the late Mr. Metcalf retired as President of Maclean Hunter Ltd. and Chairman of the Board of Maclean Hunter Cable Ltd. He was Honorary Chairman of Maclean Hunter Cable Ltd. and a member of the University of Guelph Heritage Board (1996).
Rol-land Farms Limited
Two of the scholarships are endowed by the four shareholders of Rol-land Farms Limited of Blenheim, Ontario, Hank, Peter, Arthur and Eric Vander Pol and their families. The Vander Pol families are generous supporters of a number of University projects and programs.
Lillian Stewart Usher
The University of Guelph has named one of these twelve prestigious entrance awards in honour of Lillian Stewart Usher a friend of the University to recognize her financial contribution through her estate to the President's Entrance Scholarship program.
Qualification(s): Students entering a degree program with a minimum 90% admission average who have made significant leadership contributions to their schools and/or communities.
Amount: 8 awards of $32,000 ($6,500 annually for 4 years of study plus one $6,000 stipend for summer research assistantship)
Professor Victor Matthews Track and Field Scholarships [E0707]
The recipient will be selected based on demonstrated leadership qualities and contributions to the team. Head Coach will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. No application is necessary.
Donor(s):
Various Donors
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the varsity cross-country or track and field team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: up to 10 awards of $3,500 each
Quinn Memorial Scholarship [E0578]
Established in memory of Ronald J. Quinn (O.A.C. '35) to an entering O.A.C. international full-time or exchange student. Selection will be based on academic performance, letters of reference and an assessment of the admission application package. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Helen Quinn (O.A.C. '35)
Qualification(s): Entering semester one of an O.A.C. program to an international full-time student or to an international exchange student with a preference to those students from developing nations.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Rachel Cliff Scholarship [E0790]
The recipient will be selected based on demonstrated leadership abilities and contributions to the team. Preference will be given to a student whose permanent residence is outside of Ontario. No application is necessary. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Mr. Ronald & Nancy Cliff
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Women’s Middle Distance Team and a distance runner who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Roy E. Pearn Redmen Football Scholarship [E0821]
Made possible by the generous contributions of Mr. Roy Pearn, as part of the 1961-1964 Redmen Football scholarship fund. The recipients will be selected based upon extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. No application is necessary. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Mr. Roy E. Pearn
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Gryphon Football team, has achieved a minimum 80% admission average and is registered in an undergraduate program.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
Sprung Family Men’s Basketball Scholarship [E0672]
Established by Timothy Sprung, CSS BA '90. Recipients will be selected based on demonstrated athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Mr. Timothy Sprung
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Men's basketball team and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
Ted Morwick Scholarship [E0796]
Established by Ted Morwick, honorary alumni. The student with the highest admission average will be selected. This award is conditional on maintaining a 80% average in the pervious year of full time study. If a current award recipient does not meet the renewal criteria for one year, they will be given the opportunity to re-qualify. (i.e. The student recipient does not maintain 80% in their first year. They will not receive the award for their second year of school. If at the end of their second year they have raised their average back up to 80% or higher, they would receive the award for their third year.) If a student doesn’t qualify for two years in a row, they would fully lose the award, with no opportunity to re-qualify. This scholarship is not tenable with the Chancellors', President’s or Board of Governors' Scholarships. No application is necessary.
Donor(s):
Mr. Edward (Ted) Morwick
Qualification(s): Students entering any degree program in the College of Arts.
Amount: 1 award of $8,000 (payable over four years.)
Tom Mooney Scholarship [E0709]
The recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. No application is necessary.
Donor(s):
Various Donors
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the varsity men’s football team or men’s basketball team and registered in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: Numerous awards ranging in value from $1,000 to $3,500
TSC Stores Scholarship in Memory of Gordon Illes [E0731]
Established in memory of Gordon Illes, a 1974 graduate of Ridgetown. Selection based on the quality of experience and/or leadership in volunteerism within the agriculture industry and the community, including extra curricular activities and career aspirations. (e.g. 4H, Junior Farmers, agricultural work experience). Preference will be given to current employees of TSC Stores or their children. Apply by April 15th to the OAC Awards Office with a letter outlining career aspirations, extracurricular and community involvement in agri-food related activities and include a letter from TSC Stores management to verify employment if applicable.
Donor(s):
TSC Stores L.P. (TSC)
Qualification(s): Students entering any OAC degree program at the Guelph, Ridgetown or Kemptville campuses with a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
University of Guelph Entrance Scholarships [E0291]
The value of this scholarship is determined by the admission average as calculated by Admission Services and will be offered with your offer of admission to Guelph. The scholarship will be applied directly to the student's financial account in two equal payments in the fall and winter semesters. Students must register for full-time studies to receive this award. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
University of Guelph
Qualification(s): All students entering their first year of post-secondary studies for the first time with a minimum 85.0% admission average.
Amount: Several awards of $2,000, Several awards of $3,000
University of Guelph Faculty Association Scholarship [E0292]
Award is payable at $750 per annum in the student's 1st, 3rd, and 5th semester levels, provided a cumulative average of at least a 70% is maintained. To receive the final payment, the recipient would normally be entering the 5th semester level within a period of 3 calendar years from the date of admission. Awarded to the student with the highest admission average. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
University of Guelph Faculty Association
Qualification(s): Students entering any undergraduate degree program at the University of Guelph from Wellington county.
Amount: 1 award of $2,250 ($750 in the 1st, 3rd, and 5th semesters)
W. Penri Morris Memorial Scholarship [E0430]
Established by the family in memory of Penri Morris, who was killed World War II action in 1944 at the age of 21. Penri grew up on the family fruit farm near Forest, Ontario. After graduating from high school, he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and was attached to the Royal Air Force Bomber Command as a navigator at the time of this death. Awarded to the student with the highest cumulative academic performance above 75% in all courses of the last year in high school study (full-time or equivalent study). Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Prof. Rosalina Morris
Qualification(s): Students entering first year of any undergraduate program from North Lambton Secondary School in Forest, Ontario, in their absence, from Lambton County, and their absence, from Ontario.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Walter and Halina Slabikowski Scholarship [E0766]
This scholarship was established in memory of Walter and Halina Slabikowski who sent their first generation Canadian born children to university to enrich their lives and provide them with greater opportunities. The award will be given to the student with the highest admission average. The residence deposit must be received by published deadline date. Submit by email to awards@registrar.uoguelph.ca your full name, student ID number and a statement attesting to your parents’ place of birth and non participation in post secondary education by April 15th.
Donor(s):
Irene Thompson and Slabikowski Family
Qualification(s): Students entering any degree program planning to live in a Guelph campus residence whose parents immigrated to Canada and have never participated in post secondary studies.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Waterloo-Wellington Science & Engineering Fair (WWSEF) Scholarship [E0619]
Established to recognize excellence of the project submissions and encourage students to pursue university studies at the University of Guelph.
Donor(s):
University of Guelph
Qualification(s): Gold medal winners in the Senior Entries classification (WWSEF) that are registered in year one of any degree program at the University of Guelph.
Amount: various awards of $1,000
William L. McEwen OAC ’43 Men’s Varsity Hockey Scholarships [E0703]
The recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. No application is necessary. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Irene McEwen
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Men’s Hockey team and registered in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: Numerous awards ranging in value from $750 to $3,500
William P. Weber Football Scholarship [E0634]
Established by Dr. William P. Weber, OVC '59, football alumnus and Gryphon Hall of Fame Inductee. Recipients will be selected based on extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletics Awards Committee. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Dr. William P. Weber
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Men's Football team and achieved a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $2,500
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