IX. Scholarships and Other Awards

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

In-course Scholarships

1961-1964 Redmen Football Scholarships [I0770]
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): Current member of the Gryphon Football 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: several scholarships ranging from $1500 to $3500
2003-2009 Men’s Cross Country and Track and Field Legacy Scholarship [I0769]
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): Current 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 [I0687]
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): Current member of the Men’s Hockey team, who is enrolled in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 70% average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: Numerous awards ranging in value from $750 to $3,500
Allen Keele Track and Field Scholarship [I0663]
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): In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the Varsity track and field team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: 1 award of $1,350
Amber (Gibbons) Underwood Communications Scholarship [I0207]
Offered in memory of Amber (Gibbons) Underwood (O.A.C.'79, M.SC.'87) by the Gibbons and Underwood families and the class of O.A.C.'79. The recipient will be selected on the basis of their academic performance in one or more of the courses dealing with communications: EDRD*3040 Communication Process, EDRD*3050, EDRD*3060 International Communication and EDRD*4060 Agricultural Communication. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
The Gibbons and Underwood families and the Class of O.A.C. '79
Qualification(s): Students enrolled in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program of the Ontario Agricultural College.
Amount: 1 award of $400
BASF Canada Scholarship in Crop Protection [I0754]
Selection will be based on past work experience in the area of crop protection or crop agronomics, future goals, and academic achievement,. Apply by letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining work experience in the area of crop protection or crop agronomics and future career goals to the OAC Awards office by May 15th.
Donor(s):
BASF Canada Inc. o/a BASF Canada
Qualification(s): OAC students registered in the B.Sc. (Agr) or B.Sc. programs who have completed a minimum 10.0 credits with a minimum 70% cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $2,500
Beth Duncan Gold Medalist [C0205]
Offered by the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation to a student in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
O.A.C. Alumni Foundation
Qualification(s): Graduating B.Sc.(Agr.) student who has maintained minimum of a 70% standing in all semester levels while participating in and contributing to the extracurricular program on campus.
Amount: 1 award of a Medal
Bill Taylor Memorial Scholarship [I0280]
Applications to include a supporting letter from a coach or intramural supervisor. Apply to Student Financial Services by May 15.
Donor(s):
AMF Canada Ltd.
Qualification(s): Full-time student who has completed a minimum of 7.5 credits, but no more than 17.5 credits in the Winter term who has a cumulative 80% average or who is in the top 10% of his/her program. The recipient must have demonstrated responsibility and leadership qualities through participation in intramural or intercollegiate athletics.
Amount: 1 award of $900
Blackburn Scholarship [I0404]
In commemoration of the 125th Anniversary of the Ontario Agricultural College, Dr. D.J. Blackburn, a retired faculty member of the former Rural Extension Studies program and former Director of the Associate Diploma Program has established this scholarship. Apply by letter, citing athletic contributions, to the O.A.C. Awards Committee by May 15.
Donor(s):
D.J. Blackburn
Qualification(s): O.A.C. 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: 1 award of $500
Bob & Joyce Brooks Football Scholarships [I0691]
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): Current member of the football team, who is enrolled in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 70% average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: Numerous awards ranging in value from $750 to $3,500
Braithwaite Business Scholarships [I0827]
Named in honour of Professor Bill Braithwaite, a retired faculty member who taught business courses at the University of Guelph for 50 years. Students should apply to the CME Awards Committee by May 15th with a resume and a 500 word statement describing why business courses, in addition to their major, will benefit their future career. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview with the CME Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Anonymous
Qualification(s): Students who are registered in any degree program, with the exception of B. Comm., who have successfully completed 1.00 credits towards the College of Management and Economics Certificate in Business including MGMT*2150 Introduction to Canadian Business.
Amount: 4 awards of $5,000
Bruce County Graduation Prize [C0037]
Offered by the Corporation of the County of Bruce. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
The Corporation of the County of Bruce
Qualification(s): Student from Bruce County with the highest academic standing in the final full-time semester (4 course minimum), at the 8th semester level, in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program
Amount: 1 award of $800
Bruce M. Cohoe Prize [C0069]
Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Mr. Bruce M. Cohoe
Qualification(s): Student in the final semester level with an interest in agronomy with outstanding academic achievement and participation in extracurricular activities at the departmental, College and University levels.
Amount: 1 award of $750
Bruce W. Minshall Memorial Scholarship [I0450]
Provided by Dr. W.H. Minshall (O.A.C.'33) in memory of his son Bruce, a graduate of O.A.C. in 1970. Apply by May 15 to the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) by letter listing courses taken in the area of crop protection. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):
O.A.C. Alumni Foundation on behalf of Dr. W.H. Minshall
Qualification(s): O.A.C. students in the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Sc.(Env.) or B.Sc. degree programs who have completed semester level 6 are eligible. Interest in crop protection and achievement in courses such as CROP*4240, ENVB*3030, ENVB*3210, ENVB*4100, and ENVB*4240 will be considered. Awarded to the student with an interest in crop protection and showing the greatest improvement in academic standing since entering the program.
Amount: 1 award of $1,100
C.W. Riley Prize [C0246]
The C.W. Riley Prize was established by a number of his friends and associates. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Friends and associates of C.W. Riley
Qualification(s): Student who, on graduation from Food Agriculture and Resource Economics, Agricultural Business or Resource Economics and Rural Development major, attains the highest proficiency in the area subjects.
Amount: 1 award of $200
Canadian Agri-Marketing Association (Ontario) Scholarship [I0541]
Provided by the Canadian Association of Agri-Marketing Association (Ontario). Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Committee by May 15 with a summary of participation in the Ag Ec & Biz Society and in agri-marketing initiatives as well as a letter of recommendation from a faculty member.
Donor(s):
Canadian Agri-Marketing Association (Ontario)
Qualification(s): Student who has competed a minimum of 10.0 credits with a minimum cumulative average of 70% who are members of O.A.C. and the Ag Ec & Biz Society. Selection will be based on a combination of academic achievement and a demonstrated interest in agri-marketing.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Centaur Sports Athletic Scholarship [I0819]
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): Current member of a University of Guelph Gryphon Varsity 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: 2 awards of $3,500
CFRU Volunteer Scholarship [I0215]
The award is presented to the student who has made the most significant contribution to the operation and goals of CFRU. Apply to Student Financial Services by May 15 with a letter describing the contributions made as a volunteer with CFRU and how those contributions have supported the operation and furthered the goals of CFRU.
Donor(s):
CFRU Alumni
Qualification(s): Students registered in any program with a minimum cumulative average of 70% who have volunteered at CFRU for at least one year.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Charles McGowan Memorial Prize [C0187]
Established in memory of the late Lieutenant Charles McGowan. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Charles McGowan Memorial Fund
Qualification(s): Outstanding graduating student in an O.A.C. degree program.
Amount: 1 award of $200
Cheryl Somerville Memorial Leadership Scholarship [I0647]
Established by family and friends in memory of the late Cheryl Somerville, OAC’96, to recognize the outstanding and significant leadership contributions of students. Selection will be based on leadership contributions to the college and/or university during the first three semesters; community, 4H and Junior Farmer activities will also be considered. Application is by nomination. Nominations will be made by Student Federation of the O.A.C. and must include a brief resume of the nominee and a statement of his/her leadership contributions along with an outline of the impact of those contributions to student and community life. Nominations are due in the OAC Awards Office by December 1st.
Donor(s):
Family and Friends of Cheryl Somerville
Qualification(s): Students registered in the B.Sc.(Agr.) or the B.Comm. Agricultural Business program who have completed 7.5 credits with a 70% minimum cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Class of '51 O.A.C. Leadership Prizes [C0063]
Established by Year '51 O.A.C., on the occasion of its 45th anniversary. At the discretion of the O.A.C. Awards Committee students may be selected before graduation. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Year '51 O.A.C.
Qualification(s): Students graduating from the degree program in a major in an O.A.C. department who have a 70% standing in the final year of study and who have demonstrated leadership in the College or University extracurricular activities.
Amount: 5 awards of $2,000
Class of '67 O.A.C. Centennial Scholarship [I0067]
Apply by May 15to the O.A.C.Awards Office with a letter outlining participation in extracurricular activities in all branches of college life. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):
Class of O.A.C. '67
Qualification(s): Student majoring in an O.A.C. department who through activity in all branches of college life as well as scholastic achievement has made an outstanding contribution to the University.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
Class of 1933 Scholarship [C0062]
Established by the graduating class of 1933 in honour of the late Professor W.J. Squirrell. Academic standing and involvement in extracurricular activities will be used to determine the recipients. Apply by April 1 to the O.A.C. Awards Office.
Donor(s):
Graduating Class of 1933
Qualification(s): Graduating students of the BSc(Agr.) program who plan to undertake graduate study in agriculture at a recognized university.
Amount: 2 awards of $3,000
Class of 1970 Scholarship [I0424]
Established by the Silver Anniversary celebrants to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the University Class of 1970. This award rotates among all six colleges on the main campus. The appropriate College Award Committee selects the candidate each Fall semester and the candidate is announced each October. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Class 1970: 25th Reunion Gift
Qualification(s): Outstanding student in any degree program who has attained at least an 80% average in two consecutive semesters resulting in placement on the Deans' Honours List.
Amount: 1 award of $900
Clayton and Dorothy Switzer Scholarships [I0276]
Apply by May 15 to the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) with a letter outlining how you have demonstrated outstanding leadership ability in O.A.C. student organizations, class executives and College Royal. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):
Clayton and Dorothy Switzer
Qualification(s): Students registered in a degree program offered by O.A.C. with a minimum of 10.0 credits completed, at least a 70% cumulative average and has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability in O.A.C. student organizations, class executives and College Royal.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
Coach Rudy Florio Football Scholarship [I0737]
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): Current member of the varsity football team, who has achieved a minimum 70% cumulative average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
Collins Barrow Award [I0040]
Offered by Collins Barrow, a national firm of Chartered Accountants. Selection will be based on the student who has achieved the highest grade in the course ACCT*3330, Intermediate Financial Accounting, in the past academic year. In the event of a tie, the award will go to the student with the highest cumulative average. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Collins Barrow Chartered Accountants
Qualification(s): Students who have successfully completed the course ACCT*3330, Intermediate Accounting.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Credit Valley Horticultural Society Scholarship [I0467]
Apply by May 15 to the O.A.C. Dean's Office with a letter of no more than two pages outlining participation in extracurricular activities in the field of ornamental horticulture. Selection will be based on this participation with a preference given to students who are residents of Mississauga.
Donor(s):
Credit Valley Horticultural Society
Qualification(s): O.A.C. student studying in horticulture who has completed 5.0 credits with a minimum 70% average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
David F. Boyes Apiculture Scholarship [I0031]
Established in memory of David Boyes a technician in the Apiculture Field Laboratory. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
The Apiculture Club
Qualification(s): Student registered in the Fall semester who achieves high academic standing in Introductory Apiculture (ENVB*2210) in the previous year, demonstrates an interest in apiculture and who has participated in extracurricular activities.
Amount: 1 award of $150
Dawn Morris Memorial Prize [C0361]
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. Selection will be on the basis of relevant course work in agricultural marketing, extracurricular participation and employment activities. Students are encouraged to submit information on extracurricular activities to the O.A.C. Awards Office, by April 1.
Donor(s):
The Family of Dawn Morris
Qualification(s): Student who is graduating from the Agricultural Business major of the B.Comm. degree or the Food Agriculture and Resource Economics major in the B.Sc.(Agr.) degree with a minimum 'B+' average.
Amount: 1 award of $900
Deans' Scholarships [I0323]
This award was established by the Board of Governors’ in 1991 to recognize the academic achievements of students. Each college will be provided an allocation of awards in which to determine recipients of this scholarship. Recipients will be notified each fall by their college’s awards chair. Application not required.
Donor(s):
Board of Governors
Qualification(s): Students registered in any degree program who have completed a minimum of 4.0 credits and have been on the Dean’s Honours List for two consecutive semesters in their previous year of studies as defined by the Fall/Winter/Summer sequence.
Amount: 150 awards of $1,000
Deep Creek Dairies Ltd. Scholarship [I0654]
Established by C. Di Giacomo in memory of Adri van den Tillaart, owner of Deep Creek Dairies, a hardworking, kind, tough, ingenious dairy/beef farmer. Selection will be based on academic achievement and demonstrated leadership ability and involvement in 4H, University of Guelph Dairy Challenge Team, University of Guelph Animal Science Club or University of Guelph Dairy Science Club. Apply by May 15 to the OAC Awards Committee, with a letter of no more than two pages listing the Animal Science courses taken and outlining demonstrated leadership and involvement in the clubs mentioned.
Donor(s):
Carmie Di Giacomo
Qualification(s): Students enrolled in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program or the Animal Biology major of the B.Sc. program with a minimum cumulative average of 75%, who are specializing in dairy or beef farming and are involved in 4H, University of Guelph Dairy Challenge Team, University of Guelph Animal Science Club or University of Guelph Dairy Science Club.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Dick Brown Football Scholarship [I0820]
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): Current member of the Gryphon Football team who is enrolled in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 70% average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: several awards of up to $4,000
Doug Wakely Memorial Scholarship [I0334]
Provided by the friends and business associates of the late Doug Wakely. Preference will be given to students from the counties/regions of Wellington, Huron, Bruce, Perth or Waterloo. Apply by Apply by May 15to the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) with a letter listing course(s) in livestock production or in grain crop production that you have completed and outlining participation in athletics at the University, intramural or community level as a player or in an organizing capacity. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):
The Harriston Group of the Ontario Grain and Feed Dealers
Qualification(s): Students registered in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program who have completed course(s) in livestock production or in grain crop production and who have participated in athletics at the University, intramural or community level as a player or in an organizing capacity.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Douglas M. Robinson Memorial Prize for Excellence in Communications [I0409]
In memory of Douglas Robinson (O.A.C.'53), and in conjunction with the establishment of an innovative curriculum in agricultural science at the University of Guelph in 1995, the Innovative Farmers' Association of Ontario and the Robinson family provide this annual prize. Apply by May 15th to the OAC Awards Office, Johnston Hall with a letter describing how these courses have helped to communicate effectively and indicate ways in which the courses have been used to contribute to success. A letter from the course instructor would also be considered. Selection will be based on demonstrated excellence in communication.
Donor(s):
The Innovative Farmers Association of Ontario
Qualification(s): Students registered in any degree program offered by OAC who have completed one or more of the following courses with a minimum grade of 75% in each course completed: EDRD*3050 Agricultural Communication; EDRD*3120 Educational Communication; EDRD*3140 Organizational Communication; EDRD*3160 International Communication; ENVB*3000 Nature Interpretation.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Dr. John Scott-Thomas Cross / Country and Track and Field Scholarship [I0695]
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): Current member of the Varsity Cross /Country or Track and Field Team, who has achieved a minimum 70% average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete
Amount: 1 award of $1,350
Dr. R. J. Hilton Memorial Scholarship [I0678]
Established to honour the accomplishments of Dr. Hilton as the Chair, Horticulture Science, University of Guelph, first Director of the Arboretum and President/Chair of the Royal Botanical Gardens. Selection will be based on the highest cumulative average, demonstrated involvement in horticulture activities and involvement in academic club activities. Summer related work experience will also be considered. Preference will be given to students registered in B.Sc.(Agr.) CHATS and B.Sc. Plant Science. Apply by May 15 to the O.A.C. Awards Office with a letter outlining the plant agriculture course(s) and /or involvement in horticultural activities and summer related work experience or information about involvement in academic club activities.
Donor(s):
Robert E. Hilton
Qualification(s): Students registered in any program offered by O.A.C. who have completed a minimum 8.0 credits with a minimum 70% cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Elaine Scott-Thomas Track and Field Scholarship [I0706]
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): Current member of the varsity cross-country or track and field team, who has achieved a minimum 70% cumulative average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Embry Family Scholarship [I0736]
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): Current member of a varsity team who is enrolled in an 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 $3,500
Ernest Kendall and Grace (Jowett) Kendall Varsity Swim Team Scholarship [I0627]
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): In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the varsity swim team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: 2 awards of $1,350
Foodland Hydro Scholarship [I0290]
The Foodland Hydro Scholarship was established by the Foodland Hydro Committee. Preference may be given to a student from Bruce, Huron or Middlesex Counties. Apply to the OAC Awards Office by May 15th, with a letter of no more than 2 pages outlining interest in agricultural enviromental issues as they are affected by the public interest process.
Donor(s):
Foodland Hydro Committee
Qualification(s): Student who has completed semester 6 in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program and who has an interest in agricultural environmental issues as they are affected by the public interest process.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Football Endowment Fund (FEF) Scholarship [I0644]
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): In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the Men's football team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: various awards of $750 to $3,500
Frank and Gertraude Hurnik Scholarship [I0455]
Provided by Dr. Frank Hurnik, Professor Emeritus, and faculty member in Animal and Poultry Science from 1971 to 1997. Dr. Hurnik initiated work in behavioral studies and animal welfare at Guelph, developed the first course in Animal Welfare, and was co-founder and editor of the Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Ethics. Apply by letter to the Chair, Animal and Poultry Science, by May 15 outlining details of the project or meeting. The award will be given to the student who has the best presentation, paper or project. Preference is given to Graduate students.
Donor(s):
Dr. Frank Hurnik
Qualification(s): Students registered in the O.A.C. who are associated with the department of Animal & Poultry Science and who undertake a project or attend a conference/scientific meeting or publish a paper in animal welfare or agricultural ethics may apply. A minimum of an "A" standing for in the last two semesters is required.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Furtado Family Cross Country Scholarship [I0823]
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): Current member of the Gryphon Women’s Cross Country 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 $2,000
Gary Ireland Horticultural Scholarship [I0773]
Selection will be based on a demonstrated interest in horticulture/vegetable production and academic standing. Apply by May 15th to the OAC Awards Office by letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining the horticulture/vegetable production courses taken and include any work related experience.
Donor(s):
Ontario Fruit & Vegetable Convention
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Crop, Horticulture and Turfgrass or the Organic Agriculture majors of the B.Sc.(Agr) program or the Plant Science major of B.Sc. program who have completed a minimum of 8.0 credits with a minimum 70% cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
Gary Putnam Memorial Prize [C0241]
Provided in memory of their son Gary by Mr. and Mrs. Ross Putnam. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Committee by April 1 with a letter demonstrating interests in pesticides, insect, and/or weed control.
Donor(s):
Mr. and Mrs. Ross G. Putnam
Qualification(s): Graduating B.Sc.(Agr.) student with high standing in at least 3 courses in pesticides or alternative methods of insect, disease and weed control.
Amount: 1 award of $600
George A. Gray O.A.C. '51 Varsity Scholarships [I0487]
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): In-course student-athlete who is a current member of a varsity team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: 2 awards of $1,250
George Ames Cross Country Scholarship in Memory of Coach Vic Matthews [I0677]
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): In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the Varsity Cross Country team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
Gerd and Christel Baldauf Men's Basketball Scholarship [I0639]
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): In-course student-athlete registered in the BSc. program who is a current member of the Men's Basketball varsity team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
Glen (Andy) W. Anderson Scholarship [I0380]
Family and friends of Glenn (Andy) Anderson (O.A.C.'54 Crop Science) have created a scholarship to honour him at the time of his retirement after 41 years as a Professor in O.A.C. He had an interest in weed science throughout his career. Selection will be based on performance in courses in weed science, summer employment and/or work activity in the agricultural chemical industry and/or leadership activities in weed science and related areas. Preference will be given to a student who has resided in Ontario for at least 12 months prior to admission to the University of Guelph. Apply by May 15 to the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) with a letter listing courses in weed science you have taken and outlining summer employment and/or work activity in the agricultural chemical industry and/or leadership activities in weed science and related areas.
Donor(s):
Anderson Family
Qualification(s): Offered to O.A.C. diploma students with an interest in agronomy or crop science who enter the B.Sc.(Agr.) Degree program and who demonstrate a commitment to and an interest in weed science.
Amount: 1 award of $600
Governor General's Medal [C0044]
Established by the Office of the Governor General of Canada. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
The Chancellery
Qualification(s): Restricted to those undergraduate students in any degree program who are graduating in June, or who have graduated in the previous two convocations, with the highest cumulative average.
Amount: 2 awards of a Silver medal each
Growmark, Inc. and Ontario FS Cooperatives Scholarship [I0289]
Apply by May 15th to the OAC Awards Office with a letter of no more than two pages outlining your extracurricular activities, community service or agricultural employment, farming background and career aspirations. Preference will be given to students with an Ontario farm background and interest in pursuing full-time employment in agriculture in the province of Ontario after graduation. Selection will be made on leadership abilities as demonstrated by involvement in extracurricular activities, community service or agricultural employment.
Donor(s):
Growmark, Inc.
Qualification(s): Students with a minimum of 70% cumulative average who have completed 6.0 credits of the B.Sc.(Agr.) degree program or the B.Comm. Agricultural Business major or 10.0 credits of the Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management degree program.
Amount: 2 awards of $1,000
Gryphon Athletic Scholarships [I0631]
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): In-course student-athlete who is a current member of a varsity team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: various awards of $750 to $3,500
Heimbecker Scholarship in Entrepreneurship [I0388]
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 agri-food industry in Canada. Students should apply apply by May 15 to the O.A.C. Awards Office and include a resume and a letter highlighting their entrepreneurial skills and their aptitude and interest in business. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):
The friends of Herb Heimbecker at Goderich Elevators
Qualification(s): Students registered in the B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Comm., Agribusiness major, who have completed semester 6 with a minimum '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: 1 award of $750
International Undergraduate Scholarship [I0577]
Established through a student referendum approved by the undergraduate student body, to recognize international students' academic merit along with involvement/leadership activities during their enrollment at the University of Guelph. Apply to Student Financial Services, by May 15, with a letter indicating involvement/extracurricular activity since entry to the University.. This award can only be held once by the student.
Donor(s):
International Student Organization (ISO)
Qualification(s): Full-time international undergraduate students (defined as those paying full international student tuition without exemption), who have completed at least 4.0 course credits from the University of Guelph with a minimum cumulative average of 70% and are registered at the time of application.
Amount: 2 awards of $2,000
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 MacMillan Memorial Scholarship [I0494]
Established in memory of James MacMillan, his great uncle, by Austin Conway of Toronto. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) and a letter indicating the program at Kemptville in which the applicant graduated from to Student Financial Services by October 7.
Donor(s):
Austin Conway
Qualification(s): Kemptville College graduate with a minimum 75% cumulative average at convocation who registers in the O.A.C. degree program in Agriculture or in Agriculture and Business.
Amount: 1 award of $2,500
Jim Stokman Memorial Scholarship [I0386]
Mrs. Stokman and family, including her sons Nick (O.A.C.'77) and Andrew (O.A.C.'84) have established this award in memory of her husband and their father to recognize his lifetime contribution to the family farm. Apply by May 15th to the OAC Awards Office with a letter that indicates rural background and demonstrated community/student involvement both during high school and the first two semesters of University.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Jim Stokman
Qualification(s): Available to O.A.C. students who have completed 5.0 credits 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: 1 award of $550
Joerg and Franzis Leiss Horticultural Scholarship [I0565]
Selection will be based on the highest cumulative average in the horticulture (HORT) courses normally taken in years 1 and 2. In the event of a tie, financial need may be considered. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Mr. Joerg Leiss, O.A.C. '63
Qualification(s): Students with a minimum cumulative average of 75% who have completed at least 10.0 credits and are currently registered in the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a major in Horticultural Science or Environmental Science.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
John A. Archibald Memorial Scholarship [I0014]
Awarded in memory of John A. Archibald, former Director of the Horticultural Research Institute of Ontario. Apply by May 15 to the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) with a letter listing courses taken in Land Resource Science along with an outline of your participation in any extracurricular activities.
Donor(s):
The friends and associates of the late John A. Archibald
Qualification(s): Outstanding student with an interest in courses in the Department of Land Resource Science who has completed semester 6. The recipient will be chosen on the basis both of high academic standing and participation in extracurricular activities.
Amount: 1 award of $750
John Burton Scholarship [I0642]
Established by Dr. John Burton, BSA 1962, a former faculty member in the Department of Animal and Poultry Science. Selection will be based on involvement with and contribution to the horse industry, future career aspirations in the horse industry sector and participation in community activities. Preference will be given to student who have demonstrated leadership ability within the student body. Apply by May 15 to the OAC Awards Office with a letter, of no more than two-pages, outlining involvement with and contributions to the horse industry, career aspirations, and extracurricular involvements. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):
Dr. John Burton
Qualification(s): Students registered in any program offered by the OAC who have completed between 10.0 and 12.0 credits with a minimum 70% average
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
John Deere Foundation of Canada Scholarship [I0516]
Established through the generosity of The John Deere Foundation of Canada to recognize academic excellence. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
The John Deere Foundation of Canada
Qualification(s): Student registered in the B.Sc.Agr (Food Agriculture and Resource Economics),B.Sc.(Agr.) Agronomy, B.A. (Food Agriculture and Resource Economics), or B.Comm (Agricultural Business) program who has completed a minimum of 15.0 credits. Selection will be based on the student with the highest cumulative average. A student may be receive this award once only.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
John Eccles Scholarship [I0093]
Apply to Student Financial Services, by May 15, with a letter highlighting leadership abilities through participation on residence life. Providing a reference letter would be an asset.
Donor(s):
Student Housing Services
Qualification(s): Full-time student registered in semester 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 and living in residence in the Winter semester who has a cumulative 80% average or who is in the top 10% of his/her program. The recipient must have demonstrated responsibility and leadership qualities through participation in residence related activities. Residence Life Staff and paid members of Interhall Council and Hall Councils are not eligible.
Amount: 1 award of $600
John Partanen Scholarship [I0785]
Selection will be based on high academic achievement and volunteer service to the community service. Apply to the OAC Awards Office by May 15th, with a letter of no more than 2 pages outlining volunteer service to the community.
Donor(s):
John Partanen Estate
Qualification(s): Students registered in the BSc(Agr) program who have completed a minimum of 10.0 credits
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Joseph Arlen Memorial Prize in Horticulture [C0330]
Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Judy Arlen
Qualification(s): Student graduating from the B.Sc.(Agr.) program with an interest in Horticultural Science with the highest cumulative average in all semesters
Amount: 1 award of $500
Kae and Gordon Skinner Memorial Scholarship [C0258]
Provided by the late Kae Stalker Skinner (Mac '30) and Gordon Skinner (O.A.C.'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 the O.A.C. Awards Office by April 1 with a letter demonstrating contributions to agrology.
Donor(s):
The estates of the late Mr. and Mrs. A.G. Skinner
Qualification(s): O.A.C. 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.
Amount: 1 award of $750
Kelly Bertrand Cross Country Scholarship [I0684]
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): Current members of the Varsity Cross Country Team who have achieved a minimum 70% average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
Kenneth W. Hammond Prize [I0045]
The evaluation of the student will be based on the final essay in the "Environmental Perspectives and Human Choice: 5000 Days" course. The selection committee will be comprised of 4 persons: the donor, the Director of the Arboretum, the Dean of Physical and Engineering Science and the Dean of Biological Science. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Kenneth W. Hammond
Qualification(s): Student who has best demonstrated an understanding of the world's resource situation and its proper use by humankind.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Kevin Durie Memorial Scholarship [I0653]
Established in memory of Kevin Durie, BA ’93, by his family and friends. Selection will be based on demonstration of outstanding service as a Residence Life staff member and volunteer . Apply by October 31st to the Director, Student Housing Services with a letter of reference from a member of the Residence Life management team and a personal statement of up to 500 words that outlines time commitment and types of volunteer activities undertaken as well as an indication of how their volunteer activities and participation as a Residence Life staff member are valuable and rewarding experiences.
Donor(s):
Christine Blake-Durie
Qualification(s): Students who are registered in any degree program on the University of Guelph campus, are a member of Residence Life staff and are academically eligible to continue as a Residence Assistant or as part of Residence Life staff.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Kip Hunter Prize [I0139]
For the best essay, written by an undergraduate in a philosophy course. The essay may be either a required assignment for a course (in which case either the student or the instructor may submit it) or it may be specially prepared for the competition. Submission of essays is to the Chair, Department of Philosophy, by May 1
Donor(s):
Faculty, students and staff of the Philosophy Department
Qualification(s): Any undergraduate who has registered for a philosophy course during the academic year in which the prize is awarded.
Amount: 1 Book prize
Lambda Foundation Scholarship in LBGT Studies [I0591]
This award is provided to encourage research on the subject of lesbian, bisexual, gay and transgendered (LBGT) peoples. The scholarship is based upon areas of research pertaining to the history, contributions, and issues by or about LBGT peoples. Preference will be given to an applicant who is involved in the LBGT community as demonstrated by a record of volunteer activities, active civil society memberships, or as attested by a letter of recommendation from a community group, or evidenced by related previous academic pursuits. This scholarship may be awarded to a given student only once. Projects must have been completed or research proposals accepted within the past calendar year. Apply to the Dean of Arts by December 15th including the research proposal or completed project, curriculum vitae, and any supporting letters referencing involvement in the LBGT community and/or faculty support.
Donor(s):
Lambda Foundation and other donors
Qualification(s): Students enrolled in a program with a thesis, a research essay, independent research project or course work programs pertaining to lesbian, bisexual, gay and transgendered (LBGT) studies, as broadly defined by the applicant.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Larry Pearson Men's Volleyball Athletic Scholarships [I0618]
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): In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the men's varsity volleyball team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: several awards up to $3,500
Latifpoor-Keparoutis Family Varsity SwimTeam Scholarship [I0732]
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): Current member of the varsity swim team, who has achieved a minimum 70% cumulative average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: 1 award of $1,200
Leonard Conolly Exchange Student Scholarship [I0446]
Established by students, faculty, staff and friends to honour Prof. Leonard Conolly, professor of drama, Chair of the Department of Drama, 1981-88, and Associate Vice-President Academic, 1988-1992. Apply to the Centre for International Programs by April 5, for visiting during the subsequent Fall or Winter semesters. Selection, by the Centre for International Programs, will be based on assessment of (a) a one-page submission describing the significance of the student visiting Guelph to the program of study at the partner exchange university (b) two faculty references of one-page each, and (c) consistent high performance in the course work completed, as documented by a transcript of program grades to date, submitted by the home university.
Donor(s):
Students, staff, faculty and friends of Dr. Leonard Connolly
Qualification(s): Full-time visiting exchange student, registered at Guelph for at least one semester, from any country in the South (a list of eligible countries and exchange partner universities is available in the Centre for International Programs).
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Lloyd Dorr Memorial Hockey Scholarship [I0708]
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): Current member of the men’s varsity hockey team, who is enrolled in an 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 $1,000
Marion McKenzie Scholarships for Outstanding Achievement in History [I0470]
These prizes have been established in memory of Marion McKenzie (1905-1994), a teacher who had a love of learning and a continuing curiosity about the world both past and present. These are awarded to the top student in each of the required core courses in the History program (HIST*1010, HIST*2450, HIST*2602). Application is not required.
Donor(s):
TBA
Qualification(s): The recipient for HIST*1010 must have completed no more than 5.0 credits; the recipient for HIST*2450, no more than 10.0 credits and be in the history program; and the recipient for HIST*2602, no more than 10.0 credits.
Amount: 4 awards of $500
Men's Basketball Scholarships [I0638]
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): In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the Men's Basketball varsity team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: 4 awards of $2,500
Men’s Soccer Alumni Scholarship [I0771]
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): Current member of the Gryphon Men’s Soccer 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: several awards ranging in value from $1,000 to $3,500
Mycogen Seeds Dairy Challenge [I0811]
Mycogen Seeds provides an annual $1200 award on behalf of Ontario’s Annual CanWest DHI Herd Management Award Winner. In recognizing dairy production excellence, Mycogen Seeds, proud supporter of the OAC B.Sc. (Agr) students provides this prize to students who participated in The Annual North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge. No application is required.
Donor(s):
Mycogen Seeds
Qualification(s): OAC students who have completed ANSC*4230 Dairy Challenge Option and participated in the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge.
Amount: several awards not to exceed $1,200
Nathan Max Goldman Choir Scholarships [I0774]
Established in honour of Mr. Goldman, an OAC graduate (1945 and 1947) and former President of the Philharmonia Society at the University of Guelph. The scholarships will support two students who demonstrate outstanding leadership and vision in the Symphonic Choir and / or the Chamber Choir. One award will be available to a student in each choir and will be given to the candidate who best combines high vocal achievement and choral leadership. A vocal audition may be required. In the event that there is more than one suitable candidate, the student who is a majoring in Music will be given preference, and thereafter, the student with the highest cumulative average. No application is required as a recommendation by Choir Director will be made to the SOFAM Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Anne Goldman and the family of Nathan Max Goldman
Qualification(s): Students registered in any degree program who are currently a member of the University of Guelph Symphonic Choir and / or the Chamber Choir and have been a member of the University of Guelph Choirs for at least two years.
Amount: 2 awards of $1,000
Norman McCollum Dairy Scholarship [I0815]
Norman McCollum, Diploma Agriculture ’66, past president of OACAA and retired employee of the Guelph Turfgrass Institute has created this $1500 scholarship through the OAC Alumni Foundation in recognition of his valued friendship with Glenhome Jersey Farm. Selection will be based on highest cumulative average. Apply to the OAC Awards office by May 15, with a letter stating intent to return to the family dairy farm or pursue a career in the dairy industry.
Donor(s):
Norman McCollum c/o The OAC Alumni Foundation
Qualification(s): Students registered in the B.Sc. (Agr) program, the B.Sc. Animal Biology major, or the B.Comm. Food and Agricultural Business major who have completed 10.0 credits and have declared an intent to return to the family dairy farm or purse a career in the dairy industry.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
O.A.C. '45 Public Speaking Prize [C0200]
Offered by the Class of '45 O.A.C., on the occasion of their 40th anniversary. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Year '45 O.A.C.
Qualification(s): Graduating students in the B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Comm.(Agricultural Business) programs who have demonstrated proficiency in public speaking and communication.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
O.A.C. '55 Scholarships [I0064]
Provided by the class of O.A.C. '55. 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. Apply by May 15 to the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) with a letter outlining your participation in Class/College/University activities. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):
O.A.C. '55
Qualification(s): Students registered in any O.A.C. degree program or students registered in the B.ENG. program that have completed a minimum of 10.0 with at least a 70% cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
O.A.C. Centennial Graduate Prizes [C0209]
The Ontario Agricultural College celebrated its 100th Anniversary in 1974. Many organizations and companies associated with the agricultural industry provided funds in conjunction with the Centennial activities. Funds have been established in perpetuity as a permanent commemoration of the Centennial of the College. Apply to OAC Awards Office by April 1 with a letter outlining extracurricular activities. Selection will be based on academic achievement in semesters 7 and 8, as well as participation in extracurricular activities throughout the student's university career.
Donor(s):
Dean, O.A.C.
Qualification(s): 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. 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.
Amount: 1 award of $2,200
O.A.C. Students' Federation Medal [C0217]
Application is not required.
Donor(s):
O.A.C.
Qualification(s): Graduating student in an undergraduate degree program in a major in an O.A.C. department who has been an outstanding leader in student activities at the College level throughout his or her University career.
Amount: 1 award of a Medal
Ontario Agri Business Association Scholarships (formerly Fertilizer Institute) [I0101]
Provided by the Ontario Agri Business Association to worthy students in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Committee by May 15 with a letter up to two pages in length detailing your involvement.
Donor(s):
Ontario Agri Business Association
Qualification(s): These scholarships are presented to students who have completed between 10.0-15.0 credits in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. Academic achievement based on cumulative average and participation in extra curricular activities will be considered in making these awards.
Amount: 1 award of $400
Ontario Horticultural Association Scholarship [I0433]
Provided by the Ontario Horticultural Association. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by May 15.
Donor(s):
Ontario Horticultural Association
Qualification(s): Student in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program who has excelled in courses in horticultural science and who has completed semester 6.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Ottawa-Carleton 1983 International Ploughing Match (O.A.C.) Scholarship [I0227]
Apply, by May 15, to the O.A.C. Awards Committee with a letter outlining extracurricular activities.
Donor(s):
Ottawa-Carleton International Ploughing Match Committee 1983
Qualification(s): Students from the City of Ottawa who have completed between 5.0 and 9.75 credits in the in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program and who have a minimum cumulative average of 70%.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Priscilla and Stanford Reid Trust Prize [I0597]
Established in honour the first chair of the History Department, Stanford Reid, and his wife, Priscilla Reid to acknowledge the best paper written about the history of Presbyterianism and/or the Reformed tradition. Apply, by April 1, with a copy of the paper and a covering letter including contact information to the Department of History Awards Chair.
Donor(s):
Priscilla and Stanford Reid Trust Fund
Qualification(s): Any student submitting an essay on the history of Presbyterianism and/or Reformed tradition.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Professional Staff Association Scholarship [I0628]
This scholarship is provided to students with the highest cumulative average. Apply to Student Financial Services by May 15 by sending an email to awards@registrar.uoguelph.ca and include the name of the family member of the Professional/Managerial Group of the University, and/or retired Professional/Managerial Group of the University of Guelph. This award may be held more than once,however, not in consecutive years. Preference will be given to students of current or retired P.S.A. members.
Donor(s):
Professional Staff Association
Qualification(s): Full-time students who are from the immediate family, part-time or contractual Professional/Managerial Group employees of the University , and/or retired Professional/Managerial Group of the University of Guelph who have completed at least 5.0 credits and have a minimum 70% cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Professor Victor Matthews Track and Field Scholarships [I0707]
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): Current member of the varsity cross-country or track and field team, who has achieved a minimum 70% cumulative average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete
Amount: up to 10 awards of $3,500 each
R.J. Watford Prize [C0304]
Recipients will have shown proficiency in the poultry courses in semesters 4 to 8. The student shall have a genuine interest in the poultry industry and special consideration will be given to a student who indicates a desire to establish some form of poultry production or who seeks employment in the poultry industry. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by April 1 with a letter demonstrating poultry interests.
Donor(s):
R.J. Watford
Qualification(s): Students graduating from a program offered by the O.A.C with a demonstrated interest in the poultry industry.
Amount: 1 award of $500
R.W. (Bob) Pawley Scholarship [I0231]
Apply by May 15 to the OAC Dean's Office (Awards) with a letter outlining your active participation or involvement in production agriculture. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):
Mr. Robert W. Pawley, O.A.C. '39
Qualification(s): Student registered in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program with at least 10.0 credits completed and who demonstrates active participation or involvement in production agriculture.
Amount: 1 award of $600
Rachel Cliff Scholarship [I0790]
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): Current member of the Women’s Middle Distance Team who has achieved a minimum 70% average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Robert Harcourt Scholarships [I0121]
Established, by the estate of Mrs. R. Harcourt in memory of the late Dr. Robert Harcourt. Selection will be based on highest cumulative averages for those entering year 3 and year 4. One scholarship will be awarded to year 3 entering students and one to year 4 entering students. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Estate of Mrs. R. Harcourt
Qualification(s): Students entering year 3 having completed 9.0 credits and year 4 having completed 14.0 credits in a program offered by the School of Environmental Sciences.
Amount: 2 awards of $750
Robert McCann Memorial Scholarship [I0184]
Mrs. Edward McCann offers this scholarship in memory of her son. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by May 15.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Edward McCann in honour of her son
Qualification(s): Student who has completed the 4th semester level and entering the 5th semester level with an interest in agroecosystem management. The student must have obtained 70% standing at the end of the 4th semester level and must have been active in student activities.
Amount: 1 award of $750
Robert S. and Ethelyne L. Fulkerson Scholarship [I0382]
Professor Robert S. Fulkerson, a former faculty member in the Department of Crop Science and graduate of O.A.C. in 1946, and his wife Ethelyne, have endowed two annual awards. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date.
Donor(s):
Professor Robert S. and Ethelyne L. Fulkerson
Qualification(s): Students in agronomy or crop science who have completed semester 6 with at least a 70% cumulative average, an interest in crop production and demonstrated financial need.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Ross Jones Memorial Prize [C0147]
In memory of Ross Jones, '71 O.A.C., his friends, colleagues and classmates. Apply with a letter by April 1 to the O.A.C. Awards Office, OAC Dean's Office.
Donor(s):
Year '71 O.A.C.
Qualification(s): Graduating student who demonstrates the greatest potential in the area of Weed Science.
Amount: 1 award of $600
Roy E. Pearn Redmen Football Scholarship [I0821]
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): Current member of the Gryphon Football 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 $3,500
Russell Athletic Scholarships [I0722]
The recipients will be selected based on demonstrated leadership qualities and contributions to the team. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. No application necessary.
Donor(s):
H.D. Brown Enterprises Ltd.
Qualification(s): Current members of a University of Guelph Varsity Team who have achieved a minimum 70% average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: 4 awards of $2,500
Samuel Carr Prize [C0048]
Offered from the estate of Samuel Leister Carr. Apply by letter to the O.A.C. Awards Committee by April 1.
Donor(s):
The estate of the late Samuel Lester Carr
Qualification(s): Student completing the requirements for the B.Sc.(Agr.) program with a minimum of 70% standing in semester levels 7 and 8 and who has demonstrated willingness to assume responsibility and leadership in College and community activities. Preference will be given to candidates who, upon graduation, take an active part in the operation of a farm, that are involved with the management and day-to-day operation of the farm , farm related business, or horticultural enterprise and who have a capital investment in the farm or business.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Scotiabank Scholarships in Leadership [I0834]
In the event of a tie, the award will go to the student with the highest cumulative average. Apply to the College of Management and Economics Awards Committee by May 15 with a 500 word personal statement describing the impact of their 120 hours of leadership practice in a non-profit setting including the benefits both to the student and to the organization and reference letter(s) from the organization(s) in which the leadership practice took place.
Donor(s):
Scotiabank
Qualification(s): Students who have completed the Foundations of Leadership course (HROB*2010) and the required 120 hours of leadership practice for the undergraduate Certificate in Leadership in a non-profit setting.
Amount: 5 awards of $1,000
Shur-Gain, Nutreco Canada Inc. Scholarship [I0307]
Provided by Shur-Gain, a member of Nutreco Canada Inc. to a student that demonstrates high academic achievement and evidence of leadership and contribution to the university and/or community life. Apply by May 15 to the O.A.C. Awards Office with a letter of not more than 2 pages outlining leadership contributions. Awarded in the fall semester.
Donor(s):
Shur-Gain
Qualification(s): Students registered in Animal Science or Animal Biology majors who have completed between 8.0 and 11.0 credits.
Amount: 1 award of $750
Society of Management Accountants of Ontario Scholarship [C0268]
The scholarship will be awarded at summer convocation. Application is not required. One award of $500 and a free course enrolment in the first complete CMA subject enrolled in the Society's program.
Donor(s):
Society of Management Accountants, Grand River Chapter
Qualification(s): Full-time student graduating from B.Comm., B.A. (minor in Business Administration), or B.Sc. (minor in Business Administration), or B.Sc.(Agr.) (major in Agriculture Business or Food Agriculture and Resource Economics), programs. Student with the highest average in the 2 courses Financial Accounting ACCT*2220 and Intermediate Accounting ACCT*3330.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Sprung Family Men’s Basketball Scholarship [I0672]
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): In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the Men's basketball team and has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
Stephanie Wilken Volunteer Scholarship [I0449]
Established by the Wilken family in memory of Stephanie Wilken, BA 1995. Apply to Student Financial Services with letter indicating the kind and extent of volunteer activities at the Wellness Centre by October 1. Selection committee is the Senate Committee on Awards on the recommendation of the Student Wellness Educator at the Wellness Centre.
Donor(s):
Bev and Darlene Wilken
Qualification(s): Student registered in any undergraduate degree program, who has been a volunteer for at least two semesters at the Wellness Centre. The recipient will be selected on the basis of academic performance in all courses to date and volunteer work at the Wellness Centre.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
T.K. Warley Agrifood Policy Prize [I0212]
Established by Prof. T.K. Warley, former Chair of the Department of Food Agriculture and Resource Economics and a faculty member of the Ontario Agricultural College from 1970 to 1991. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Professor T.K. Warley
Qualification(s): Student providing the best term paper written on a public policy issue relating to the agrifood system or rural society in courses such as AGEC*3030 Price and Production Analysis, AGEC*4000 Agricultural and Food Policy, and AGEC*4720 Special Study in Food Agriculture and Resource Economics.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Thomas H. Peters Scholarship [I0233]
Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Friends and associates of Thomas H. Peters
Qualification(s): Student in any academic program of the University who has completed courses in Land Reclamation (e.g. CROP*2280, SOIL*3200), with a minimum 10.0 credits completed. Applicants must have a minimum of 70% cumulative average and have demonstrated an interest and aptitude in the area of crops and land reclamation.
Amount: 1 award of $250
Tom Mooney Scholarship [I0709]
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): Current member of the varsity men’s football team or men’s basketball team who is enrolled in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 70% average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: Numerous awards ranging in value from $1,000 to $3,500
Toronto District Beekeeper's Association Scholarship [I0285]
A scholarship is offered by the Toronto District Beekeepers Association in memory of the late Hugh McLeod, past chair of the Association. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Mr. Jack Robinson
Qualification(s): The recipient will have good academic standing, have participated in extracurricular activities, and demonstrated a keen interest in beekeeping.
Amount: 1 award of $500
United Steelworkers Local 4120 Scholarship [I0293]
Apply to Student Financial Services by January 31 and provide the name of the USWA member and relationship to the applicant. If there is more than one eligible candidate, the award will go to the one who has attained the highest relative class standing in his or her previous full-time semester.
Donor(s):
United Steelworkers LU4120
Qualification(s): Student who is a member or former member, or who is from the immediate family of a member of United Steelworkers LU 4120, and who is entering semester 2, 3, or 4 of a degree or diploma program in the Winter semester with a minimum 70% cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
University of Guelph Alumni Legacy Scholarship [I0735]
Funded through donations made to the University of Guelph Alumni Memorial Fund in memory of deceased alumni. The recipient will be selected based on academic achievement and volunteer contributions to the University of Guelph community. Apply to Student Financial Services by May 15 with a cover letter indicating name, degree and year of graduation of alumna/alumnus relative and a resume or summary of leadership and volunteer contributions to the University of Guelph community.
Donor(s):
Various donors c/o University of Guelph Alumni Association Memorial Fund
Qualification(s): Students registered in any degree or associate diploma program at any campus of the University of Guelph who have completed a minimum of one year of full-time studies with both a minimum cumulative average of 75% and demonstrated volunteer leadership, and who are immediate relatives (child, grandchild, great-grandchild, sibling or parent) of an alumna/us of the University of Guelph or its founding colleges.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Van Stralen and Van Der Hoeven Memorial Scholarship [I0296]
Selection will be made on the basis of participation in university activities and in the student's home community as well as qualities of leadership, ambition and initiative. Apply, by May 15, with a one-page summary demonstrating leadership abilities as evidenced through extra-curricular activities to Student Financial Services. Awarded in the Fall semester.
Donor(s):
Mr. & Mrs. J. Van Stralen & family and Mr. & Mrs. Hans Van Der Hoeven & family
Qualification(s): Students that have completed a minimum of 2.0 credits, but not more than 7.5 in the Winter term in any degree program who have obtained a minimum of 70% standing.
Amount: 2 awards of $400
W. Harold Minshall Scholarship [I0451]
Provided by Dr. W.H. Minshall (O.A.C.'33). Apply by May 15th to the OAC Awards Office with a letter indicating interest and aptitude in crop protection, particularly in weed biology and management and listing extra-curricular involvements. Awarded on the basis of academic standing in the relevant courses and participation in extra curricular activities.
Donor(s):
O.A.C. Alumni Foundation on behalf of Dr. W.H. Minshall
Qualification(s): O.A.C. students in the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Sc.(Env.) or B.Sc. degree programs who have completed semester level 6 are eligible. Interest and aptitude in crop protection, particularly in weed biology and management. Interest in crop protection and achievement in courses such as CROP*4240, ENVB*3030, ENVB*3210, ENVB*4100, and ENVB*4240 will be considered.
Amount: 1 award of $1,100
W.C. Winegard Medal [C0311]
The W.C. Winegard Medal is the most prestigious graduating award of the University of Guelph. One student will be nominated by each College Awards Committee. The Senate Awards Committee will make the final selection and the medal will be awarded at Convocation in June. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
The Board of Governors' of the University
Qualification(s): Graduating student who excels both academically and in extracurricular activities.
Amount: 1 award of a Gold medal
W.H. Waddell Prize [C0300]
Established by Professor W.H. Waddell. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by April 1 with a letter demonstrating interest in Crop Science.
Donor(s):
Professor W.H. Waddell
Qualification(s): Graduating student in the Agronomy major who has a high academic standing in plant breeding and in genetics and has demonstrated an interest in Crop Science.
Amount: 1 award of $600
W.N. Vaughan Medal [C0299]
Prospective candidates will be nominated by Senators and the medal winner will be chosen by a committee selected by the Striking Committee. The medal will be awarded at Convocation in June. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Friends of Walter N. Vaughan
Qualification(s): Student senator who has high academic standing and who has made a substantial contribution to student life and to the University, particularly through involvement in and commitment to Senate activities.
Amount: 1 award of a Medal
Waterloo-Wellington CA Association Scholarship [I0367]
Provided by the Waterloo-Wellington Chartered Accountant's Association. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Waterloo-Wellington Chartered Accountants Association
Qualification(s): Student who achieves the highest academic standing in the course ACCT*3330, Intermediate Accounting.
Amount: 1 award of $100
William A. Brechin Scholarship [I0574]
Established to honour the work of Maryon Brechin's husband, O.A.C. '36, who dedicated his career to soil and water quality concerns. Students must have a demonstrated interest and competence in soil and water quality issues such as employment or extracurricular experience in promoting environmental protection of soil and water resources. Apply by May 15 to the O.A.C. Awards Office by letter of not more than two pages.
Donor(s):
Maryon Brechin
Qualification(s): Any student registered in a major offered by the Department of Land Resource Science who has completed a minimum 15.0 course credits.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
William Godfrey Memorial Scholarship in Horticultural Science [I0111]
In memory of William Godfrey, '33 O.A.C. Apply to the O.A.C. Awards Office by May 15. One award of $1,600 (two payments of $800).
Donor(s):
Mrs. Lisabel Godfrey
Qualification(s): Student with and interest in Horticultural Science who has completed semester 4 or 6 with a minimum of 70% standing, who has participated in extracurricular activities and who has an interest in tree fruit production. The scholarship is payable in 2 installments with the second installment conditional upon the student obtaining a minimum of 70% standing in semester 5 and 6 or registering in a graduate program in Horticultural Science as applicable.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
William L. McEwen OAC ’43 Men’s Varsity Hockey Scholarships [I0703]
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): Current member of the Men’s Hockey team, who is enrolled in an undergraduate program and who has achieved a minimum 70% cumulative average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: Numerous awards ranging in value from $750 to $3,500
William P. Weber Football Scholarship [I0634]
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): In-course student-athlete who is a current member of the Men's Football team and achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous academic year.
Amount: 1 award of $2,500
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