IX. Scholarships and Other Awards

Bachelor of Commerce

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
1989-90 Men’s Basketball Scholarship [I0875]
Made possible by the generous contribution of members of the 1989-90 Men’s Basketball team, in recognition of their OUA Championship. The recipient 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):
Members of the 1989-90 Men's Basketball Team
Qualification(s): Current member of the Gryphon Men’s Basketball team who is registered in any undergraduate program and has achieved a minimum 70% average or equivalent during the previous academic year as a student-athlete.
Amount: 1 award of up to $4,000
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
Alan Fairweather Gryphon Swimming Scholarship [I0876]
Made possible by the generous contributions of Gryphon Swimming alumni and friends to recognize the commitment and dedication of Mr. Alan Fairweather, Gryphon swimmer from 1971-1975, Gryphon Coach from 1976-2003 and Gryphon Hall of Fame member. The recipient 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. Dawn Larson
Qualification(s): Current member of the Gryphon Varsity Swim 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 up to $4,000
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
Altus Group Scholarship in Real Estate & Housing [I0840]
Selection will be based on demonstrated involvement and/or experience within the real estate and housing industry as evidenced by a resume and letter of recommendation. This experience may include, but is not limited to, employment within the Real Estate and Housing industry, involvement in school clubs or events such as the Real Estate and Housing Student group on campus or the Cornell International Real Estate Case Competition, and volunteer activities. Apply to the College of Management and Economics Awards Committee by May 15 with a resume and letter of recommendation.
Donor(s):
Altus Group Scholarship in Real Estate and Housing
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Real Estate and Housing Co-op major of the B.Comm. program who have completed at least 10.0 credits.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Alun Joseph Tribute Scholarship [I0756]
Selection will be based on significant prior contributions to and experience in community-based service and future participation in curriculum-embedded experiential learning opportunities in the following academic year. Apply to the CSAHS Awards Committee by May 15th with a summary letter outlining prior contributions to and experience in community-based service, and how funds would be used to support participation in curriculum-embedded experiential learning opportunities in the following academic year.
Donor(s):
Dr. Alun Joseph Dean of the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences from 2000-2010 & Mrs. Gillian Joseph (CSS BA ’94, FACS MSc ’96) along with contributing donors to the Alun Joseph Tribute Fund
Qualification(s): Full-time students registered in any program offered by the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences with a minimum 75% cumulative average who are participating in curriculum-embedded community-based experiential learning in the following academic year.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Appraisal Institute of Canada Scholarship [I0680]
The recipient will be selected based on academic achievement in real estate courses in the Real Estate and Housing major. No application required.
Donor(s):
The Appraisal Institute of Canada
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Real Estate and Housing major of the B.Comm. degree program who have completed at least 9.0 credits but no more than 12.5 credits with a minimum 70% in the last two full-time semesters.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Bachelor of Commerce Leadership Prize [C0727]
The award will be made on the basis of overall contribution to the Bachelor of Commerce Program through extracurricular leadership activity and academic achievement. Apply to the CME Committee on Student Awards by April 1 using the BComm Leadership Award Application Form and include a resume and a detailed list of extracurricular activities indicating the dates of involvement, listed in reverse chronological order, the nature of your involvement, any offices held and your responsibilities. Please divide them into the following categories: Specialization/Major Activities, Program Activities, College/University Activities (CME, CSAHS or OAC), Other.
Donor(s):
Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Students, College of Management and Economics
Qualification(s): Students who are graduating in June, or who have graduated in the previous two convocations from the BComm program.
Amount: 1 award of a plaque
Beth Park Memorial Scholarship [I0420]
The family and friends of Beth Park (FACS '79) have established a scholarship to foster talent in the area of product development and/or quality management. Apply to the Department of Marketing & Consumer Studies by May 15 with a resume and a 500-word statement documenting interest and experience in product development and/or quality management.
Donor(s):
Holt Renfrew
Qualification(s): Students who have completed 15.0 credits in Marketing Management major in the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies with a minimum 75% average over the previous 5.0 credits and have demonstrated interest in product development or quality management.
Amount: 2 awards of $1,000
Bill Brohman Memorial Scholarship [I0533]
Established in memory of Bill Brohman, a founding partner of the firm who served on the University of Guelph Board of Governors from 1986-1992. The award winner will be chosen on the basis of academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities, and a demonstrated interest in a career in accountancy. Apply to the College of Management and Economics Awards Committee by May 15, including a statement outlining your extracurricular involvement and interest in pursuing a career in accountancy.
Donor(s):
RLB LLP
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Accounting major of the B.Comm. program who have completed between 10.5 and 15.0 credits with a minimum 75% cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
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
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
Cambrian Solutions Inc. Scholarship in Business [I0862]
. Scholarships in Business will be awarded, based on strong academic performance and demonstrated interest in business as it relates to the food, personal care, pharmaceutical & nutritional, industrial, petroleum, or paper industries. Apply to the CME Awards Committee by May 15 and with a current resume and a statement of no more than 500 words explaining your interest in at least one of the above mentioned business sectors and how that relates to your employment aspirations after graduation.
Donor(s):
Cambrian Solutions Inc.
Qualification(s): Students registered full-time in any Bachelor of Commerce major, who have completed a minimum of 7.5 credits but not more than 15.0 credits with a minimum 75% average in the last two full-time semesters.
Amount: 1 award of $4,000
Cambrian Solutions Inc. Scholarship in Science [I0866]
. Scholarships in Science will be awarded, based on strong academic performance and demonstrated interest in business as it relates to the food, personal care, pharmaceutical & nutritional, industrial, petroleum, or paper industries. Apply to the CME Awards Committee by May 15 and with a current resume and a statement of no more than 500 words explaining your interest in at least one of the above mentioned business sectors and how that relates to your employment aspirations after graduation.
Donor(s):
Cambrian Solutions Inc.
Qualification(s): Students registered full-time in any program offered by the College of Biological Sciences, College of Physical and Engineering Sciences and Ontario Agriculture who have completed a minimum of 7.5 credits but not more than 15.0 credits with a minimum 75% average in their last two full-time semesters.
Amount: 1 award of $4,000
Cameron Hawkins and Associates Scholarship [I0568]
The recipient must have participated in extracurricular activities at the University of Guelph and have a strong interest in the foodservice industry. Apply by January 31 to the HTM Awards Committee using the standard HTM scholarship application form and include a statement of no more than 500 words describing your interest in the foodservice industry.
Donor(s):
Cameron Hawkins (HAFA '77)
Qualification(s): Students in a major of the B.Comm. program offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who have completed at least 11.0 credits but no more than 14.5 with a minimum 70% average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters.
Amount: 1 award of $500
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
CARA Scholarship [I0881]
Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by May 15 with a resume outlining experience and up to a one page statement explaining interest and passion for the hospitality industry. Selection will be based on demonstrated experience in the hospitality field and a passion for the Food & Beverage industry as evidenced by a resume and up to a one page statement explaining interest and passion for the hospitality industry.
Donor(s):
CARA
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Hospitality & Tourism major of the B.Comm. program who have completed a minimum of 10.0 credits.
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
Central Canadian Chapter of The Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® Scholarship [I0673]
The recipient will be selected based on academic achievement and interest in or contributions to the real estate and housing profession as evidenced by volunteer or paid work. Apply by May 15 to the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies with a resume demonstrating interest or contributions to the real estate and housing profession. Scholarship recipient will be invited to attend the SIOR annual early December meeting for award presentation.
Donor(s):
Central Canadian Chapter of the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS® (SIOR)
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Real Estate and Housing major of the BComm program who have completed a minimum of 10.0 credits and who have a demonstrated interest in or made contributions to the real estate and housing profession.
Amount: 1 award of $3,000
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
CGA Ontario Scholarships [I0788]
Certified General Accountants of Ontario (CGA Ontario), is a self-governing body that grants the exclusive rights to the CGA designation in the province of Ontario. Apply by May 15 to the CME Awards Committee with a 500 word statement which includes a description of the positive impact of completed non-accounting electives toward a career as a CGA and the intent to pursue a CGA designation post-graduation. Selection will be made on high cumulative average and the strength of the 500 word statement which includes a description of the positive impact of completed non-accounting electives toward a career as a CGA and the intent to pursue a CGA designation post-graduation with a preference given to students who explain their intent to pursue their CGA designation within 2 years of graduation.
Donor(s):
Certified General Accountants of Ontario
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Accounting major of the Bachelor of Commerce program with a minimum cumulative average of 75% who have completed 15.0 credits including three electives in a non-accounting area.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
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. Selection will be based on significant demonstrated leadership in College and/or University extracurricular activities. Apply to the OAC Awards office by April 1 with a letter outlining your demonstrated leadership in College and/or University extracurricular activities.
Donor(s):
Year '51 O.A.C.
Qualification(s): Students who have graduated or are graduating in the previous Fall or Winter semesters from any degree or associate diploma program in the OAC, Guelph campus.
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 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
CME Distinguished Scholar Medal – Undergraduate (Winegard Medal Nominee) [C0685]
To honour the outstanding achievements of a graduating undergraduate student in the College of Management and Economics. Application not necessary.
Donor(s):
Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Students, College of Management and Economics
Qualification(s): CME's Winegard Medal nominee.
Amount: 1 Medal
CME Distinguished Scholar Medal- Undergraduate (Highest Cumulative Average) [C0728]
This medal is presented to the student with the highest overall cumulative average. No application necessary.
Donor(s):
Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Students, College of Management and Economics
Qualification(s): Students who are graduating in June, or who have graduated in the previous two convocations from the College of Management and Economics.
Amount: 1 of a Medal
CMESA Student Leader Scholarship [I0895]
Volunteer activities may include but are not limited to holding a council position on CMESA executive or management teams, Board of Directors, Student Senator, Accredited Student Organizations (ASO) or a CME affiliate club. Selection will be based on contributions to college-related activities. Apply to the CME Awards Committee by May 15 with a one page letter outlining volunteer/leadership experience within the college.
Donor(s):
College of Management and Economics Student’s Association
Qualification(s): Full-time students registered in any program offered by the College of Management and Economics who have completed a minimum of 4.0 credits and can demonstrate involvement in college-related volunteer/leadership activities.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
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
Colin Kelly Men’s Soccer Scholarship [I0879]
Made possible by the generous contributions of members of the 1990 OUA Championship Gryphon Men’s Soccer team, in honour of long-time Gryphon Soccer coach and mentor Mr. Colin Kelly. The recipient 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. Joseph Regan (on behalf of the 1990 Men’s Soccer team)
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: 1 award of $1,000
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
CSAHS SA Student Leader Scholarship [I0864]
Selection will be based on contributions to college-related activities. Apply to the CSAHS Awards Committee by May 15 with a one page letter outlining volunteer experience within the college.
Donor(s):
CSAHS Student Alliance
Qualification(s):  Full-time students registered in any program offered by the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences who have completed a minimum of 8.0 credits and can demonstrate involvement in college-related volunteer activities.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
CSS Alumni Heritage Scholarship [I0616]
Established to recognize the valuable contributions made by CSS alumni and CSS Alumni Association to the life and vitality of the University. These scholarships will be awarded to the student with the highest cumulative program average. This scholarship may be held only once. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
CSS Alumni Heritage and the Dean of CSAHS
Qualification(s): Students registered in any Economics major or the Marketing Management major, who have completed between 7.5 and 12.5 credits, and are registered in the same majors for the subsequent fall semester with a minimum cumulative average of 80.0%.
Amount: 2 awards of $1,000
Davan Football Scholarship [I0894]
Preference will be given to a student registered in the Landscape Architecture program. The recipient 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. David Bouck, President of Davan Landscape Design
Qualification(s): Entering student-athlete who is a member of the Gryphon Football team with a minimum 80% admission average.
Amount: 1 award of $4,000
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
David Pallett Memorial Men’s Hockey Scholarship [I0874]
Made possible by the generous contributions of family and friends of Mr. David Pallett, OAC 1967, Redmen football player and Men’s Hockey captain 1965-67. The recipient 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):
Ms. Mary Clarke
Qualification(s): Current member of the Gryphon Men’s Hockey 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 up to $4,000
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
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
Dorothy Shantz Memorial Scholarship - Fourth Year [I0256]
Established by the Canadian Hospitality Foundation. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form.
Donor(s):
Canadian Hospitality Foundation
Qualification(s): Student registered in a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who has completed at least 15.00 credits (normally in the eighth semester) with a minimum 70% cumulative average and who shows enthusiasm for the foodservice industry. The recipient must have demonstrated leadership ability by holding an executive position on a student organization of the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management .
Amount: 1 award of $1,000, 1 Engraved Plaque
Dorothy Shantz Memorial Scholarship - Third Year [I0496]
Established by the Canadian Hospitality Foundation. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form.
Donor(s):
Canadian Hospitality Foundation
Qualification(s): Student registered in a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who has completed at least 11.00 credits but no more than 14.50 credits (normally in the sixth semester) with at least a 70% average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters and who shows enthusiasm for the foodservice industry. The recipient must have demonstrated leadership ability by holding an executive position on a student organization of the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management .
Amount: 1 award of $1,000, 1 Engraved plaque
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 E. Kean Scholarship [I0447]
Established by the Canadian Standards Association as a gift on the occasion of Dr. Kean's retirement as President and CEO of the Canadian Standards Association (now CSA International). Apply by May 15th to the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies Awards Committee using the Undergraduate In-course Scholarship Application, including a letter highlighting interest in management, consumer interests, and /or sustainability of Canadian business as well as leadership potential. Selection will be based on academic achievement and the submitted letter.
Donor(s):
CSA International
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Marketing Management major of the B.Comm program who have completed at least 10.0 credits but no more than 15.0 credits.
Amount: 1 award of $500
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
Dr. Robert Silk Football Scholarship [I0878]
Made possible by the generous contribution of Mrs. Marilyn Silk and the Silk family, honouring the late Dr. Robert Silk, a Redmen Football player and Letterman from 1960-1963. The recipient will be selected based upon extraordinary athletic and leadership qualities. No application is necessary. Coaches will nominate students to the Athletic Awards Committee. Preference will be given to an offensive lineman.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Marilyn Silk
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 up to $4,000
E.D. Smith Scholarship in Food Service Administration [I0364]
Offered by E.D. Smith and Sons Ltd., a multi-faceted processor of foods. Apply to HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form and include a resume and statement of interest in the foodservice industry.
Donor(s):
E.D. Smith & Sons Ltd.
Qualification(s): Student who has demonstrated an interest in the food service industry, has maintained a minimum of 'B' average and has completed 7.00 to 10.50 credits of a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management . The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of interest in foodservice operations and academic standing. Interest in the foodservice industry can be demonstrated by work experience or active membership in the Canadian Association of Foodservice Professionals (CAFP, formerly CFSEA).
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
Embree & Co. LLP Scholarship in Accounting [I0902]
The recipient is selected on the basis of demonstrated leadership experience which may include, but is not limited to, employment within the Accounting industry, co-operative educational placements, involvement in school clubs, sports teams or events, and extracurricular volunteer activities. Apply to the Department of Management Awards Committee by May 15 with a resume outlining leadership experience.
Donor(s):
Embree & Co. LLP
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Accounting major of the B.Comm. program who have completed at least 10.0 credits with a minimum 75% cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $2,500
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
Fairmont Hotels and Resorts Scholarship [I0833]
Fairmount Hotels and Resorts are committed to the values of respect, integrity, teamwork, and empowerment, as reflected in its commitment to supporting student learning and professional development. The Fairmont Hotels and Resorts Scholarships support upper year students who intend to pursue a career in the hotel hospitality field. sed service as well as how funds would be used to support participation in curriculum-embedded experiential learning opportunities in the following academic year. Apply to the College of Management Awards Committee by May 15 with a resume listing such experiences, as well as a one to two page essay outlining your interest in the hotel hospitality field, and how the values of respect, integrity, teamwork and empowerment are reflected in your education and experience to date.
Donor(s):
Fairmont Hotels and Resorts
Qualification(s): Students registered in any program offered by the School of Hosiptality and Tourism Management who have completed at least 10.00 credits and have completed hospitality-related employment, co-op education placements or extracurricular or volunteer activities.
Amount: 2 awards of $1,000
FARMHOUSEhospitality Entrepreneurship Scholarship [I0863]
. The scholarship will be awarded to the student whose entrepreneurial experience is most creative, addressing a unique need in the Canadian hospitality/tourism marketplace. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by May 15 with a current resume and a one-page description of entrepreneurial experience, including the date the venture was launched. In the case of a tie, the scholarship will be awarded to the entrepreneurial venture that was most recently launched.
Donor(s):
FARMHOUSEhospitality and Darcy MacDonell
Qualification(s): Students registered in any major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who have completed at least 5.0 credits and have personal experience as an entrepreneur, either current or past, which may include either of the following: i. Self-employment as a hospitality/tourism small-business operator; ii. Partnership with an equity position in a hospitality/tourism small-business.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
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
Frances M. Stretton Scholarship [I0768]
Selection will be based on significant prior contributions to and experience in community-based service. Preference will be given to students working on a project related to nutrition, food safety or sustainability within the College. Apply to the CSAHS Awards Committee by May 15th with a summary letter outlining prior contributions to and experience in community-based service and how funds would be used to support participation in curriculum-embedded experiential learning opportunities in the following academic year.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Frances M. Stretton
Qualification(s): Students registered full-time in any program offered by the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences with a minimum of 75% cumulative average who are participating in curriculum-embedded community-based experiential learning in the following academic year.
Amount: 1 award of $5,000
Frank Hughes Memorial Scholarship [I0552]
Established in memory of the firm’s former International Chairman, who was key in the development of Canada’s hospitality consulting practice, The winner will be chosen on the basis of three criteria in the following order of emphasis: 1) industry work experience; 2) academic achievement; and 3) extracurricular involvement. Apply to the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management Awards Committee by January 31st using the HTM Awards Application Form. Include a resume outlining relevant industry work experience and a detailed list of extracurricular involvement.
Donor(s):
Pannell Kerr Forster (PKF) Consulting Inc.
Qualification(s): Students in the B.Comm. program in a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who have completed between 11.0 and 14.5 course credits.
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
G.H. Mann Food Service Scholarship [I0174]
Preference will be given to a student who has contributed to the ongoing success of the Hospitality Services Department of the University. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 by using the standard HTM scholarship application form and include a statement of up to 500 words explaining interest in the foodservice industry.
Donor(s):
G.H. Mann Memorial Fund and M. Mann of Guelph
Qualification(s): Student who is registered in semester 8 of the B.Comm. program, in a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management , and has a minimum cumulative average of 70%. In addition, the recipient will have an interest in, and have participated in, activities conducive to a career in the foodservice industry.
Amount: 1 award of $300
Garney Henley Men’s Basketball Scholarship [I0877]
Recognizing the contributions of Mr. Garney Henley, Men’s Basketball Coach from 1966-1976 who lead the Gryphons to their only National title in 1974, this scholarship has been made possible by Men’s Basketball alumni and friends from the Garney Henley era. The recipient 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):
Frederic C. R. Promoli
Qualification(s): Current member of the Gryphon Men’s Basketball 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: at least 1 award of up to $4,000
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
George D. Bedell Prize [C0352]
The HTM Students Council presents a plaque to a graduating student of the School in honour of George D. Bedell, the first director of the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management . The HTM Awards Committee will conduct an election with the graduating class and select the recipient during the winter semester. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
The HTM Students' Council
Qualification(s): Student graduating from the B.Comm. program, in a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who, in the minds of his or her fellow students, has demonstrated the outstanding leadership, versatility of interests and involvement in community affairs, both within and outside the School, that exemplifies the sense of professionalism to which the fourth year students have dedicated themselves.
Amount: 1 award of a Plaque
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
Glenn Webb Education Scholarship/ GROWMARK Foundation OAC - Guelph Campus [I0897]
Apply by May 15 to the OAC Awards Office with a letter of no more than two pages outlining leadership and involvement in extracurricular activities, community service or agricultural employment, farming background and career aspirations.Preference will be given to students with an Ontario farm background and are interested in pursuing full-time employment in agriculture in the province of Ontario after graduation. Selection will be made on leadership and involvement in the field of agriculture through extracurricular activities, part-time work, and/or volunteer work are eligible. employment.
Donor(s):
Growmark, Inc.
Qualification(s): Students with a minimum cumulative average of 70% who have completed 10.0 credits of any OAC degree program.
Amount: 2 awards of $2,000
Gonder Family Centre for Students with Disabilities Volunteer Scholarship [I0563]
In recognition of the many students who volunteer their time and talents to assist their colleagues registered with the Centre for Students with Disabilities (CSD) and to encourage others to do so, Dr. John and Mrs. Katherine Gonder provide this award to a student who has volunteered in the CSD. The award will be made on the basis of the volunteer activities undertaken by the student at the CSD, one letter of reference, and a personal statement that outlines the time commitment and types of volunteer activities undertaken as well as an indication of how this was a valuable and rewarding volunteer experience. Apply by January 15th to the CSD (c/o Advisor to Students with Disabilities) by submitting above documentation.
Donor(s):
Dr. John and Mrs. Katherine Gonder
Qualification(s): All students registered in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences (CSAHS) that have completed between 10.0 and 15.0 course credits with a minimum 70% cumulative average, and have been involved as volunteers with the CSD.
Amount: 1 award of $750
Gonder Family Scholarship [I0580]
Established in recognition of the diversity of student abilities and the varying challenges of undergraduate study. The recipient will be chosen on the basis of academic achievement with a preference to students enrolled in any CME major of the B.Comm. program. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Dr. John and Mrs. Katherine Gonder
Qualification(s): All students in the CME who have completed between 10.0 and 15.0 course credits with a minimum 70% cumulative average, and who have been identified with a learning disability through the University of Guelph's Centre for Students with Disabilities.
Amount: 1 award of $750
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
Greater Toronto Hotel Association Scholarship [I0573]
Each January, the HTM Awards Committee will invite the students with the top five grades in the previous winter semester's offering of HTM*2100 to submit a statement of up to 500 words explaining their interest in the lodging industry. The recipient will be selected based on academic performance and the statement of interest.
Donor(s):
Greater Toronto Hotel Association
Qualification(s): Students in a major of the B.Comm. degree program offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management and have completed HTM*2100 (Lodging Operations).
Amount: 1 award 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
Guelph & District Human Resource Professionals Association [I0656]
Apply to the CME Award Committee by May 15 and include a statement of up to 500 words explaining interest and experience in the human resources field and involvement in the Human Resources Management Student Association (HRMSA), Human Resources Professionals Association of Ontario (HRPAO) and/or participation in other HR related activities such as case competitions. Selection will be based on academic performance and the student-statement detailing the type and kind of involvements requested.
Donor(s):
Guelph & District Human Resouce Professionals Association (GDHRPA)
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Human Resources Management major of the B.Comm. program offered by the College of Management Economics who have completed at least 12.5 credits but no more than 15.0 credits with a minimum 75% in the last two full-time equivalent semesters.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Guelph Trillium Rotary Club Scholarship for Work-Term Excellence [I0562]
Students must have submitted their work term report to the department 10 days after completion of work term to be considered for this award. Selection will be based on performance in the work term as evaluated by employer and quality of work term report as evaluated by program academic advisor. No application necessary.
Donor(s):
Guelph Trillium Rotary Club
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Bachelor of Commerce Co-op program and majoring in Marketing Management who have successfully completed at least one work term.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
HAFA HTM Alumni Association Scholarship [I0501]
Established by the School's Alumni Association in recognition of student involvement in the life of School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management and/or the University. Apply by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form to the HTM Awards Committee.
Donor(s):
The HTM Alumni Association
Qualification(s): Awarded to students registered in the B.Comm. program, in a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management . One scholarship will be awarded to a student who has completed at least 7.00 credits (but no more than 10.50 credits) and the second award will be given to a student who has completed at least 11.00 credits (but no more than 14.50 credits). Applicants must have at least a 70% average in the last two full-time equivalent semesters. The recipient must have participated in extracurricular activities at the University of Guelph.
Amount: 2 awards of $1,000
HAFA/HTM Alumni Association Recognition of Achievement Prize [C0351]
Established in recognition of student involvement in the life of the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management and/or the University. Selection will be based on the number of extracurricular activities and the level of involvement. Apply by January 31, to the HTM Awards Committee by using the standard HTM scholarship application form with a resume and detailed list of extracurricular activities.
Donor(s):
The HAFA/HTM Alumni Association
Qualification(s): A graduating student in a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who has at least a 70% average and involvement in extra-curricular activities.
Amount: 1 award of $500 and a framed certificate
Harry B. Barrett Scholarship in Bird Studies [I0861]
Primary preference will be given to students who have volunteered with Bird Studies Canada and secondary preference will be given to students who have volunteered with Wild Ontario. Apply by May 15 to Student Financial Services with a letter of reference from Bird Studies Canada or Wild Ontario verifying volunteer status.
Donor(s):
Harry B. Barrett
Qualification(s): Students registered in any program offered by the Ontario Agricultural College or College of Biological Science who have completed between 14.5 and 17.5 credits and have a minimum 75% cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
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
Homestead Land Holdings Prize [I0629]
This scholarship recipient will be selected based on academic performance and demonstrated interest and experience in the residential property management field. Apply to the Marketing & Consumer Studies Awards Committee by May 15 with a statement of up to 500 words explaining your interest and experience in the residential property management field.
Donor(s):
Homestead Land Holdings Ltd.
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Real Estate and Housing major of the B.Comm. degree program offered by the College of Management Economics who have completed at least 14.0 credits but no more than 17.5 credits with a minimum 70% in the last two full-time semesters.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
HTM Career Awareness Scholarships [I0637]
Recipients will be selected based on a combination of academic performance, statement of interest, extracurricular activities and work experience. Apply by January 31 to the HTM Awards Committee using the standard HTM Awards Application Form and include a list of extracurricular activities and a statement of up to 500-words, indicating interest in the hospitality and/or tourism industry.
Donor(s):
Various Hospitality and Tourism Corporations
Qualification(s): Students registered in a major of the BComm. program offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who have completed at least 2.0 credits with a minimum 75% average in the last full-time equivalent semester and demonstrated a continued interest in the hospitality industry.
Amount: several awards ranging in value from $1,000 to $2,500
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario Leadership Scholarships [I0826]
Selection of the award winner will be based on academic performance and demonstrated superior leadership ability and potential as evidenced through positions held, extracurricular activities, involvement on campus/in school/in the community. Students should apply to the CME Awards Committee by May 15 with a 500 word statement outlining their expressed intent to pursue a CA designation, the importance of pursing leadership training as a part of their business education and a detailed description of their leadership activities.
Donor(s):
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Bachelor of Commerce program intending to pursue both a Chartered Accountant (CA) designation as well as a Certificate in Leadership. Students must have completed at least 15.0 course credits, with a minimum cumulative average of 75%, and successfully completed HROB*2010 (Foundations of Leadership).
Amount: 2 awards of $2,500
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
Jane Collins Scholarship [I0869]
Selection will be based on demonstrated significant prior contributions to and experience in community-based service and future participation in curriculum-embedded experiential learning opportunities. Preference will be given to students engaged in community-based or community-focused projects addressing any social, political, legal, economic or health-related aspect of poverty or its prevention. The project must be part of a course of study rather than volunteer activity. Apply to the CSAHS Awards Committee by May 15 with a summary letter outlining prior significant contributions to and experience in community-based service, and how funds would be used to support participation in curriculum-embedded experiential learning opportunities.
Donor(s):
Mrs. Jane L. Collins, MAC BHSc 1955
Qualification(s): Students registered in any program offered by the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences who have completed 5.0 credits and will be participating in curriculum-embedded community-based experiential learning as part of a course of study in the following year.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Janet M. Wardlaw Medal [C0096]
Established in honour of the many contributions of Dr. Janet M. Wardlaw, a former Dean of the College of Family and Consumer Studies. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Faculty, staff, alumni and students, formerly FACS
Qualification(s): Presented to the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition's nominee for the Winegard Medal.
Amount: 1 award of a Medal
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
Joan Doherty Memorial Graduate Prize [C0090]
A scholarship has been established in memory of Joan Doherty, Class of '78, by her family. An application, accompanied by a one-page written statement indicating the student's purpose, goals and objectives in pursuing graduate study, must be submitted to the Marketing & Consumer Studies Awards Committee Awards Committee by February 1.
Donor(s):
Mr. Thomas B. Doherty
Qualification(s): Member of the graduating class in Marketing & Consumer Studies who will be continuing his or her education at the Master's or Doctoral degree level in a Canadian university. The scholarship recipient will be determined on the basis of academic promise as evidenced by undergraduate academic achievement. Should equally qualified students make application for the scholarship, preference will be given to previous winners of the Joan Doherty Memorial Scholarship.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
Joan Doherty Memorial Scholarship [I0091]
The family of Joan Doherty, class of FACS '78, has established this scholarship in her memory. Apply by May 15 to the Department of Marketing & Consumer Studies Awards Committee, stating involvement in extra-curricular activities.
Donor(s):
Mr. Thomas B. Doherty
Qualification(s): Students entering semesters 5, 6 or 7 of the Real Estate and Housing or Marketing Management majors of the B.Comm. program with a minimum cumulative average of 70% and who are active in extra-curricular activities.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
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 Kenneth Galbraith Scholarship in Economics [I0108]
Selection will be based on the highest combined average in Economics (ECON) courses. No application necessary.
Donor(s):
The Board of Governors, University of Guelph
Qualification(s): Students registered in any major offered by the Department of Economics who have completed between 12.50 and 15.00 credits.
Amount: 1 award of $600
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
Katherine Fuller Scholarship [I0107]
Established in 1931 to honour Mrs. Katherine Fuller, the Superintendent of Macdonald Hall from 1904 until her retirement in 1931. Apply to the FRAN Undergraduate Awards Committee by May 15 with a one-page description of contributions to student activities. The award will be given to the student who has made the greatest contribution to student activities in residence or on campus.
Donor(s):
Mac-FACS-FRAN Alumni Association
Qualification(s): Full-time students registered in a program offered by the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition, who have completed between 5.0 and 10.0 credits with a minimum cumulative average of 70%.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Keith Roy Scholarship [I0901]
Apply to the Marketing and Consumer Studies Awards Committee by May 15 with a resume outlining experience in residential real estate and up to a one page statement of interest in residential real estate. Selection will be based on demonstrated experience or interest in residential real estate as evidenced by a resume and an up to a one page statement of interest in residential real estate. Preference to students from British Columbia.
Donor(s):
Keith Roy
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Real Estate and Housing major of the B.Comm. program who have completed a minimum of 4.0 credits but not more than 17.0 credits.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
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
Ken and Marilyn Murray Scholarship [I0734]
Dr. Kenneth G. Murray C.M., OAC BSA ’50 and Honourary Doctor of Laws ’96, and Mrs. Marilyn C. Murray, Mac BHSc ’55, established this scholarship. Selection will be based on significant prior contributions to and experience in community-based service. Apply to the CSAHS Awards Committee by May 15th with a summary letter outlining prior contributions to and experience in community-based service, and how funds would be used to support participation in curriculum-embedded experiential learning opportunities in the following academic year.
Donor(s):
Dr. Kenneth G. and Mrs. Marilyn C. Murray
Qualification(s): Full-time students registered in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences with a minimum 75% cumulative average who are participating in curriculum-embedded community-based experiential learning in the province of Ontario in the following academic year will be eligible for this award.
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
Latremoille Marketing Management Scholarship [I0717]
The recipient will be selected based on academic achievement and involvement and leadership in extracurricular activities. Applicants must submit a resume by May 15 detailing extracurricular activities and leadership roles while at university to the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies.
Donor(s):
Mr. Gregory Latremoille
Qualification(s): Students registered in the B.Comm Marketing Management major who have completed at least 9.0 credits with a minimum 80% cumulative average.
Amount: 4 awards of $2,500
Leo Lecours Memorial Scholarship [I0542]
Lecours Wolfson, a Canadian hospitality management and chef recruitment firm, provides this scholarship in memory of Leo Lecours. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31, using the standard HTM scholarship application form. Include a 500-word statement on career goals and objectives. The faculty of the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management will also be invited to nominate deserving students and to provide information on the nominees. Nominees will be invited to submit the 500-word statement.
Donor(s):
Norman Wolfson
Qualification(s): Student in the B.Comm. program, in a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management , who has made the greatest potential contribution to the School and/or the hospitality industry. Particular attention will be paid to those applicants and nominees who are keenly focused on and enthusiastic about a career in the hospitality industry.
Amount: 1 award of $500
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
Mac '41 Marketing Scholarship [I0214]
The recipient of the award will have received the highest grade in MCS*3500 in the previous academic year. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
The Class of Macdonald Institute 1941 (Mac '41)
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Marketing Management major of the B.Comm. program who has completed the course "Market Analysis and Planning" (MCS*3500) in the previous academic year.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Mac 1971 Keith and Rosalind Slater Tribute Scholarship [I0830]
Established in recognition of Dr. Keith Slater, Honourary Class President for Mac ’71, and Rosalind Slater. Selection will be based on leadership ability as demonstrated through extracurricular involvement, and/or dedication to volunteerism and community-based service in any of the following areas: family relations, applied nutrition, theatre arts, environment sciences, or children’s literacy. Apply to the CSAHS Awards Committee by May 15th with a resume and a one page summary letter outlining extracurricular involvement, leadership experience, volunteerism and community-based service, as well as how funds would be used to support participation in curriculum-embedded experiential learning opportunities in the following academic year. The award can only be held once.
Donor(s):
Class of Mac 1971
Qualification(s): Full-time student registered in any major within the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences who has completed a minimum of 8.0 credits with a minimum cumulative average of 75% and is participating in curriculum-embedded community-based experiential learning in the following academic year.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Mac-FACS Alumni Association Scholarship - Marketing and Consumer Studies [I0523]
Awarded to the student with the highest cumulative average. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Mac-FACS-FRAN Alumni Association
Qualification(s): Full-time students registered in the Department of Marketing & Consumer Studies who have completed between 5.0 and 10.0 credits with a minimum cumulative average of 80%.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Mac-FACS-FRAN Alumni Association Centennial Scholarship [I0162]
Established to celebrate Canada's Centennial and awarded to a student who has shown leadership in community-based volunteer activities. Volunteer activities undertaken as part of a course requirement is excluded from consideration for this award. Apply by May 15 with a summary letter outlining volunteer experience and two reference contacts to the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies. The recipient will be chosen based on the equal weighting of high academic achievement and leadership in community-based volunteer activities.
Donor(s):
Mac-FACS-FRAN Alumni Association
Qualification(s): Full-time students registered in the BComm. program in a major offered by the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies who have completed between 10.25 and 15.0 credits by the end of the winter semester in the year of application with a minimum cumulative average of 70%.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Macdonald Stewart Scholarship in Memory of Walter and May Stewart [I0813]
Selection will be based on significant prior contributions to and experience in community-based service and future participation in curriculum-embedded experiential learning opportunities in the following academic year. Preference will be given to those studying in the areas of applied nutrition, sustainable food systems or environmental governance. Apply to the CSAHS Awards Committee by May 15th with a summary letter outlining prior contributions to and experience in community-based service, and how funds would be used to support participation in curriculum-embedded experiential learning opportunities in the following academic year.
Donor(s):
The Macdonald Stewart Foundation
Qualification(s): Students registered in any program offered by the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences who are participating in curriculum-embedded experiential learning in the following academic year.
Amount: 1 award of $3,500
Mandarin Restaurants Scholarship [I0609]
This scholarship will be awarded to a student that demonstrates a continued interest in the food service industry. The recipient will be selected based on academic performance and the statement of interest. Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 using the standard HTM Awards Application Form and include a statement of up to 500-words explaining your interest in the food service industry.
Donor(s):
Mandarin Restaurant Franchise Corporation
Qualification(s): Students in a major of the B.Comm. program offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who have completed at least 11.0 credits but no more than 14.5 credits with a minimum 75% in the last two full-time equivalent semesters.
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
Marketing Management Academic Achievement Scholarship (Undergrad) [I0694]
This scholarship will be awarded to the student with the highest cumulative average. No application required.
Donor(s):
The Department of Marketing & Consumer Studies
Qualification(s): Students registered in B.Comm. Marketing Management who have completed at least 9.0 credits and have a minimum 80% cumulative average.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
MCS Outstanding Undergraduate Marketing Major Scholarship [I0692]
The recipient will be selected based on academic achievement, demonstrated leadership and participation in extracurricular activities. Applicants must submit a resume detailing all extracurricular activities and leadership roles to the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies by May 15.
Donor(s):
The Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies
Qualification(s): Students registered in B.Comm. Marketing Management who have completed at least 9.0 credits with a minimum 80% cumulative average and participation in extracurricular activity.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
MCS Outstanding Undergraduate Real Estate and Housing Scholarship [I0693]
The recipient will be selected based on academic achievement, demonstrated leadership and participation in extracurricular activities. Applicants must submit a resume detailing all extracurricular activities and leadership roles to the Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies by May 15.
Donor(s):
The Department of Marketing and Consumer Studies
Qualification(s): Students registered in B.Comm. Real Estate and Housing or Housing and Real Estate Management major who have completed at least 9.0 credits with a minimum 80% cumulative average and participation in extracurricular activity.
Amount: 1 award of $2,000
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
Mulhern Family Scholarship [I0893]
The recipient 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. Chris Mulhern on behalf of the Mulhern family
Qualification(s): Current member of the Men’s Gryphon Basketball 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 $4,000
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. '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
OAC’45 Public Speaking Scholarship [I0200]
Offered by the Class of '45 O.A.C., on the occasion of their 40th anniversary. Apply with a one page letter summarizing public speaking experience to the OAC Awards Office by May 15. Selection will be based on demonstrated excellence and effort in public speaking within or outside of the University of Guelph (i.e. TEDx, Toastmasters, 4-H, community events).
Donor(s):
Mr. Aubrey Hagar
Qualification(s): Students who have completed a minimum of 15.0 credits in any program offered by OAC.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
President's Golf Tournament Scholarship in Athletics [I0892]
The recipient 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):
Proceeds of the Annual President’s Golf Tournament
Qualification(s): Current member of the a 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: various awards of $1,000 to $4,000
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
Profile Hospitality Group Scholarship [I0889]
Selection will be made on demonstrated interest in a career in the food and beverage industry as evidenced by a resume, which may include, but is not limited to, employment within the food and beverage industry, co-operative education placements, involvement in school clubs or events and volunteer activities specifically related to food and beverage at a hotel or restaurant. Apply to the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management Awards Committee by January 31 with a resume and 1 page letter outlining interest in the food and beverage industry.
Donor(s):
Profile Hospitality Group
Qualification(s): Students registered in any major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who have completed a minimum of 14.0 credits.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
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
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
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
Shirley Louie Memorial Scholarship [I0392]
Offered by the Canadian College and University Food Services Association (CCUFSA) to honour Shirley Louie, a long-time member. Apply by January 31 using the standard HTM scholarship application form and provide a maximum 500-word statement on your reasons for interest in the foodservice industry, a resume and any information you think that the HTM Awards Committee should take into consideration.
Donor(s):
Canadian College and Universities Food Services Association
Qualification(s): Student in their final year of a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management , with a minimum 70% average and an interest in the food service industry.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Skyline Scholarship [I0690]
The recipient will be selected based on academic achievement, leadership and extracurricular activities and involvement with the Real Estate and Housing major and/or in the broader community. Apply to the M&CS Awards Committee by May 15 and include a list of extracurricular activities and involvement with the REH program and/or the broader community.
Donor(s):
Skyline
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Real Estate and Housing major of the BComm program who have completed at least 5.0 credits but no more than 15.0 credits with a minimum 75% in the last two full-time equivalent semesters.
Amount: 1 award of $1,500
Smart Serve Ontario Scholarships [I0550]
Established by Smart Serve Ontario, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the responsible service of alcohol. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Smart Serve Ontario
Qualification(s): Students in the B.Comm. program in a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who have completed between 6.0 and 8.0 course credits with the highest cumulative average and the Smart Serve certification program.
Amount: 2 awards of $675
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.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.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
Warren Jestin Scholarship in Canadian Economic Policy [I0557]
Dr. Warren Jestin, a B.A. and M.A. economics graduate of the University of Guelph and a member of the University's Board of Governors from 1997 to 2003, provides this award to a student registered in an honours degree in either the B.A program with a major in Economics or the B.Comm program with a major in Management Economics in Industry and Finance. The award winner will have achieved the highest cumulative average across all economics policy courses taken. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Warren Jestin
Qualification(s): Full-time registered in BAH.ECON or BCOM.MEIF that has completed a minimum of two credits in the 3000 and 4000 level courses oriented towards economic policy, has achieved a minimum average of 80% in those courses, and has completed at least 15.0 credits towards their degree completion.
Amount: 1 award of $600
Waterloo-Wellington CA Association Scholarship [I0367]
Apply to the CME Awards Committee by May 15 with a 100 word less statement describing why you intend to pursue a career as a Chartered Accountant (CA) and a resume that includes activities demonstrating involvement in the local community. Selection will be based on demonstrated interest in pursuing a career as a Chartered Accountant and demonstrated active involvement in the local community. in addition, preference is given to students who have a permanent address within the Waterloo or Wellington regions.
Donor(s):
Waterloo-Wellington Chartered Accountants Association
Qualification(s): Students registered in the Bachelor of Commerce Accounting major who have completed between 4.5 and 12.5 credits and have a minimum 80% average in their accounting (ACCT) courses.
Amount: 1 award of $500
Westmont Hospitality Group Scholarship [I0126]
Apply to the HTM Awards Committee by January 31 by using the standard HTM scholarship application form and include a resume and list of extracurricular activities including leadership roles.
Donor(s):
Westmont Hospitality Group
Qualification(s): Student registered in the B.Comm. program in a major offered by the School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management who have completed a minimum of 17.5 credits. Academic achievement and participation in extracurricular activities including leadership roles will also considered.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
William Furlong Scholarship in Economics [I0886]
The Department of Economics offers this scholarship in honour of Professor William Furlong, a long-term member of the Department of Economics and a leader in the scholarship of teaching principles of microeconomics, to the student with the highest final grade in Introductory Microeconomics (ECON*1050) in the fall semester. Application is not required.
Donor(s):
Colleagues & Friends of Dr. William Furlong
Qualification(s): Students registered in any program offered by the College of Management and Economics who complete the course Introductory Microeconomics (ECON*1050) in the Fall semester.
Amount: 1 award of $300
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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