Applications are required for in-course scholarships listed in this section.
These scholarships are governed by the general regulations for scholarships, medals, and prizes.
Value: $1000 | Number: 1
A scholarship of $1000 is awarded to a student in a major/minor program in Environmental Studies with a record of contribution to the protection of the environment.
Application required through the School of Environmental Studies by April 30.
Approval of the recipient will be made by the Senate Committee on Awards upon the recommendation of the School of Environmental Studies.
Value: Varies | Number: Varies
One or more awards are given to undergraduate students majoring in the School of Environmental Studies with demonstrated financial need. Recipients will be approved by the Senate Committee on Awards upon the recommendation of the School of Environmental Studies.
Value: Varies | Number: Varies
One or more awards are given to students who are entering the third or fourth year of a declared Major in Environmental Studies or students in the Restoration of Natural Systems Diploma program. Preference will be given to students who are entering a field school or field course. A letter of application must be submitted to the School of Environmental Studies by March 31st demonstrating a commitment to environmental and social change, a passion for experiential learning and a passion for sharing these interests and values with others.
Approval of the recipients will be made by the Senate Committee on Awards upon the recommendation of the School of Environmental Studies.
The donors would enjoy receiving a letter (submitted to the department) upon completion of the term to learn what the award and the experience meant to the recipient. This may be used for online or printed communication materials.
Value: Varies | Number: Varies
One or more awards are given to undergraduate or graduate Indigenous students in the Faculty of Science, Faculty of Engineering or School of Environmental Studies, with preference to those who demonstrate leadership by encouraging/and or promoting Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields of study in Indigenous communities. Undergraduate students apply through the on-line application via My Page under Student Awards and Financial Aid. For graduate students, applications are obtained from the Office of Indigenous Affairs in the summer session. Students who have done STEM work must submit a letter of reference from an Indigenous Community leaders outlining how they demonstrate leadership.
Approval of the recipients will be made by the Senate Committee on Awards or the Faculty of Graduate Studies Graduate Awards Committee upon the recommendation of the Director of the Office of Indigenous Affairs in consultation with the Dean of Faculty of Sciences, the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and the Director of the School of Environmental Studies.
Value: Varies | Number: Varies
One or more scholarships, totaling not more than $1,000, will be awarded to academically outstanding undergraduate Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) students in the School of Environmental Studies. If no applicants meet this criteria, preference will be given to Indigenous students in the Faculty of Social Sciences.
Value: Varies | Number: Varies
One or more scholarships are awarded to students who have achieved academic excellence and are entering third or fourth year of a declared major in Environmental Studies, or in Writing, or to students in the Restoration of Natural Systems Diploma program.
A letter of application must be submitted by April 30 to the School of Environmental Studies illustrating a record of service and commitment to nature as well as a passion for communicating these interests and values.
Approval of the recipients will be made by the Senate Committee on Awards upon the recommendation of the School of Environmental Studies.
Value: Varies | Number: Varies
One or more scholarships are awarded to academically outstanding undergraduate students entering third or fourth year in a declared Major or Minor in Environmental Studies, who have completed ES 470, Advanced Field Study in the previous summer or winter session. Applicants must submit a one page letter outlining how the material and teachings from ES 470 will assist in their future careers.
This letter must be received by the School of Environmental Studies by September 30th. This scholarship may be awarded to a graduating student.
Approval of the recipient(s) will be made by the Senate Committee on Awards upon the recommendation of the School of Environmental Studies.
Value: Varies | Number: 1
A scholarship is awarded to a student in a major/minor program in the School of Environmental Studies who has a record of outstanding contributions to the volunteer sector of environmental work.
Students must apply through the School of Environmental Studies by April 30.
Approval of the recipient will be made by the Senate Committee on Awards upon the recommendation of the School of Environmental Studies.
