Scholarships, Awards, Prizes and Medals for Continuing
Students
A to G
Privately donated, as well as University funded, these
awards are made on the basis of academic achievement without regard to
financial need.
Note: Students are advised that donors may request
the biographical descriptions of award recipients. Awards are subject
to change or cancellation without notice.
York University Continuing Student Scholarships
Donor: York University
The York University Continuing Student Scholarships
are distributed annually in August to students who have achieved outstanding
academic results in the previous fall/winter and summer sessions. The
monetary value of the awards varies proportionately with the student's
level of academic achievement and course load. No application is required
for this scholarship.
AGYU Writing Award for Art Criticism
Donor: Art Gallery of York University
The Art Gallery of York University is a university-affiliated
non-profit public art gallery. The Art Gallery of York University provides
exhibitions, programs and related activities focusing on contemporary
art to enrich the cultural and intellectual environment of York University
and the surrounding regions. In order to promote the development of critical
writing on the visual arts, the AGYU awards two prizes yearly. We seek
submissions from students in all York Faculties in order to encourage
interdisciplinary exchange and to foster new viewpoints on culture through
looking at contemporary art.
Ahrens Scholarship
Donor: Prof. Wolf Ahrens
The Ahrens Scholarship is available to a student preferably
majoring in German or German studies with at least a 7.0 (B) grade point
average who has elected to travel to Germany/Austria under the year-abroad
program. In the event that, in any given year, there is no student who
fulfills the above criteria, the scholarship will be awarded to a student
majoring in German or German studies in the second or higher year who
has attained at least a grade point average of 7.0 (B+).
Alumni Silver Jubilee Scholarship
Donor: York University Alumni Association
The Alumni Silver Jubilee Scholarship was created in
1985 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of academic excellence and student/alumni
leadership at York University. The value of the scholarship will be granted
as a tuition credit to a student enrolled in an undergraduate program
who has completed a minimum of 60 credits (or equivalent) at York. This
award will be presented annually to a student who has demonstrated academic
excellence. Of equal importance will be consideration of accomplishment
in one or more of the following: York University (or other) community
leadership, participation in extracurricular student life, significant
contribution to the University, volunteer service, achievements in athletics
or the arts and other significant endeavours. Application forms are available
from the Scholarships and Bursaries unit of the Office of Student Financial
Services after classes begin in September.
Joyce Aspinall Book Prize
The Joyce Aspinall Book Prize recognizes the outstanding
contributions of Dr. Joyce Aspinall to the teaching of chemistry at the
first-year level. This award will be presented annually to the student
who achieves the highest academic distinction in SC/CHEM 1010 6.0 during
the academic year and will take the form of a gift certificate for the
York University Bookstore.
Association of Graduate Students Biological Science
(AGSBS) Award
Donor: Association of Graduate Students Biological
Science
An annual prize will be awarded to a fourth-year student
enrolled in the Honours Program in Biology at York who intends to continue
graduate studies in biology or a related discipline. The selection will
be based on the scientific merit of the best written thesis submitted
as part of the degree requirement in the fourth year.
Benarroch-Hazan Essay Prize in Sephardic Studies
Donor: Friends of Georges Benarroch and Debra Waknin
An award given annually for an outstanding essay(s)
on a Sephardic topic written in any course.
Allen S. Berg Awards of Excellence
Donor: Allen S. Berg
a) Award In Applied Mathematics
This award is presented annually to the best student
in applied mathematics. It is based on third-year performance.
b) Louis Kamien Award
In memory of Louie Kamien, this annual award will be
made to a student with outstanding achievement in the Program in Jewish
Teacher Education.
c) Mark A. Levy Award
Prizes will be awarded annually to outstanding Faculty
of Pure and Applied Science students enrolled in third- or fourth-year
computer science courses.
d) Nancy Waisbord Award
An award will be presented to a graduating student
who has consistently demonstrated excellence in undergraduate studies
in computer science.
Allen S. Berg Film & Video Graduation
Prize
Donor: Allen S. Berg
The Allen S. Berg Film & Video Graduation Prize
recognizes academic/artistic excellence. It is awarded annually in
spring to the student graduating with the highest academic standing
from an Honours program in the Department of Film & Video.
Allen S. Berg Prize in Excellence in Engineering
Donor: Allen S. Berg
The Allen S. Berg Prize for Excellence in Engineering
is awarded annually to a student enrolled in computer engineering
who has completed a minimum of 60 credits and who has the highest
cumulative grade point average.
Hy and Helen Bergel Prize for Excellence in
Jewish Studies
Donor: Mr. Hy Bergel
The Hy and Helen Bergel Prize for Excellence in Jewish
Studies will be awarded annually to a student who excels in Biblical
and Rabbinic Studies. Students taking humanities courses 2810 or 3810;
Hebrew courses 3320, 3330, 3360, or 3370; or any course deemed to be
acceptable by the Centre for Jewish Studies Awards Committee, will be
eligible. Student may apply or be nominated by a faculty member. Applications
will be available at the Centre for Jewish Studies located in 260 Vanier
College.
Hakan Berggren Fellowship
The Hakan Berggren Fellowship has been established
by the members of the Swedish-Canadian Chamber of Commerce to recognize
the contribution of Ambassador Berggren to Canada-Sweden relationships
and, in particular, to academic linkages between our two countries. The
Fellowship will support two students annually-a Swedish student studying
at York and a York student studying at a Swedish university.
Norman Bethune Prize for Outstanding Contributions
to College Life
Donor: Norman Bethune College Council
This annual award and a plaque will normally be given
to the one or at most two students who have made outstanding contributions
to the college's community life that year or over a period of years. For
further information, contact the Norman Bethune College Master's Office
at 416-736-5164.
Blishen-Richmond Award for the Outstanding Sociology
Student
This award is named in honour of Professors Bernard
Blishen and Anthony Richmond, distinguished sociologists who have retired
from the Department of Sociology, Faculty of Arts. The award (a plaque)
will be presented annually to the Honours (Specialized, Combined or General)
sociology Arts graduand selected as outstanding among the candidates in
both the November (previous year) and June graduands. Nomination by the
course director of a sociology course is required.
Ronald Bloore Award
Donor: Ronald Bloore
Ronald Bloore, a retired faculty member and artist
will donate a drawing to the Vanier College student graduating from the
Faculty of Fine Arts at the spring convocation with the highest cumulative
grade point average.
Hédi Bouraoui Essay Prize
Donor: French Department
This award commemorates Professor Hédi Bouraoui on
the occasion of his retirement. It will be awarded to a third- or fourth-year
student in French in any of the disciplines (language, linguistics or
literature) who has written a meritourious essay in French.
Hédi Bouraoui Scholarship in Canada-Maghreb Research
Donor: Hédi Bouraoui
This award is offered in honour of Hédi Bouraoui, a
distinguished York faculty member, and is intended to encourage research
into the Maghreb, an area of North Africa that includes Morocco, Algeria
and Tunisia, three Arabic and Berber-speaking countries that also use
French extensively. The scholarship is awarded to the student, graduate
or undergraduate, who presents the best research proposal or the best
piece of academic work in an area related to Maghreb studies.
B.W. Boville Prize in Atmospheric Science
To be awarded, on recommendation of the Earth and Atmospheric
Science Prize Committee, to a student completing a Degree or Certificate
Program in Atmospheric Science with a minimum 7.0 (B+) average.
Robert M. Brooks Award
Donor: Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation
The Robert M. Brooks Award is awarded annually to the
student in the Intermediate and Senior Program who has shown the most
outstanding qualities of scholarship, teaching ability and character throughout
the year. The award is presented by the Ontario Secondary School Teachers'
Federation in memory of Robert Brooks, who as principal of Malvern Collegiate
Institute, instilled enthusiasm and motivation in his students. For further
information regarding this award, contact the Office of Student Programs,
Faculty of Education, 416-736-5001. No application required.
Dr. Charles Bull Sport Therapy Scholarship
Donor: York University Sport Therapy Association,
School of Kinesiology and Health Science, Friends and Colleagues of Dr.
C. Bull, and the Certificate Program in Sport Therapy
Awarded annually to a continuing Honours kinesiology
and health science student with a minimum cumulative grade average of
6.0 (B) and who is enrolled in the Sport Therapy Certificate Program.
Awarded to a student who has demonstrated academic excellence, service
to injured athletes and leadership within the York University Certificate
Program in Sport Therapy. The Scholarships and Awards Committee of the
School of Kinesiology and Health Science will select the recipient from
among applicants.
Jack Bush Scholarships
Donor: Clement Greenberg/Merrit Publishing Company
At least six scholarships will be awarded annually
to continuing undergraduate students in the Department of Visual Arts
or the Cultural Studies Program, Faculty of Fine Arts, concentrating in
either studio or art history. Recipients will be selected in the spring;
however, they must re-register in the fall of the same year and be registered
in at least one visual arts course in order to receive the monetary value.
Academic performance will be considered.
CAHPERD (Canadian Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation and Dance) Student Award
Awarded annually to a third-year Honours kinesiology
and health science major student who has completed a minimum of 60 credits,
has played a leadership role in student organizations within the School
of Kinesiology and Health Science and has attained a minimum cumulative
grade average of 6.0 (B). The recipient shall serve as a liaison between
York and CAHPERD during their fourth year of studies and will be encouraged
to publicize and promote on campus the professional work of CAHPERD. A
certificate and one-year membership in CAHPERD (commencing after graduation)
will be presented to the recipient. A recipient will be named early in
the fall term by the Awards and Scholarships Committee of the School of
Kinesiology and Health Science. Applications are available from the School
of Kinesiology and Health Science. Please contact the executive officer
of the School of Kinesiology and Health Science for further information
and deadline dates.
Canadian Macedonian Federation Scholarship
Donor: Canadian Macedonian Federation
The Canadian Macedonian Federation has over 50 member
groups ranging from ethnic dance ensembles to medical associations. It
also represents the Macedonian Orthodox churches in the Greater Toronto
Area. This scholarship is awarded annually in recognition of academic
excellence at York and service through the federation.
Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP)
Student Award
This award will be given at convocation to the graduating
Honours kinesiology and health science major student achieving the highest
academic standing in the sports sciences portion of their curriculum.
The recipient is awarded an engraved medallion and citation. Fall graduates
will be considered as candidates for this award at the following spring
convocation.
Hans Carol Prize
Donor: Friends and Colleagues of the late Hans Carol
As a mark of respect for the memory of Hans Carol (1915-1971),
first Chair of the Department of Geography at York University, the University
has instituted, at the request of the department, an annual prize in his
name to recognize the academic achievements of a third-year student in
geography in the Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Pure and Applied Science,
or the Atkinson Faculty of Liberal and Professional Studies.
CASA Fine Arts Students Scholarship
Donor: Creative Arts Students Association
To assist fine arts students, full-time or part-time,
who demonstrate a past record of fine arts involvement in student government,
department-related activities or other appropriate York University involvement,
while maintaining satisfactory progress in their studies.
Paul Casino Award in Music
Donor: Family and Friends of Paul Casino
The Paul Casino Award in Music is given in recognition
of exceptional artistic promise to an undergraduate student in the Department
of Music. Students enrolled in any year of the Music Program are eligible.
The award was established by family and friends in memory of the late
Paul Casino, who was a graduate of York University's Department of Music.
Charles Street Video Art Award
This annual award will be given to a third- or fourth-year
student, enrolled in an interdisciplinary studio course in visual arts,
for excellence in video production. The award is based on artistic merit
and is available at the end of the winter term. The recipient is chosen
by jury selection at the year-end Interdisciplinary Exhibition. The award
consists of a one-year membership at Charles Street Video as well as a
monetary award to be applied toward the recipient's choice of Charles
Street Video workshops, editing and production equipment rental.
Department of Chemistry 1st Year Book Prize
Donor: Chemistry Department
Awarded to an undergraduate student in Honours chemistry,
specialized or combined, with the highest academic results in SC/CHEM
1000 3.0 combined with SC/CHEM 1001 3.0. For further information please
contact the Department of Chemistry at 416-736-5246.
Chinese Canadian Association of Biomedical Professionals
(CCABP) Scholarship
Donor: Chinese Canadian Association of Biomedical
Professionals
The Chinese Canadian Association of Biomedical Professionals
awards an annual scholarship to a student who has achieved the highest
academic standing in SC/BIOL 1010 6.0 at York University. In addition
to the monetary award, the recipient will be invited to receive a scholarship
plaque at the annual CCABP Scientific Symposium Meeting. The recipient
will be selected and recommended by the Department of Biology.
The Classics Award
The Classics Award has been established to encourage
and reward outstanding students in classics and classical studies, especially
those pursuing courses in Greek and Latin literature. The scholarship
is to be awarded in May of each year to a student who has completed at
least 60 credits towards an Honours degree in classics or classical studies
and who has been judged by the Faculty of Arts as most deserving of the
award on the basis of academic accomplishment.
R. L. Cohen Scholarship in Psychology
Donor: Eva Cohen
Ronald Cohen taught research methodology and other
related courses in the Glendon Psychology Department for 25 years. This
scholarship is awarded annually to a psychology major with the highest
mark in GL/PSYC 4240 3.0 (or equivalent).
Computer Science Academic Achievement Medal
Two awards may be made annually to outstanding graduating
students enrolled in an Honours Computer Science Program in either the
Faculty of Arts or the Faculty of Pure and Applied Science. The award
is based on academic achievement and contribution to/participation in
the life of the department and the University.
Consulate General of Romania Book Prize
Donor: The Consul General of Romania
The Consulate General of Romania is offering an award
in the form of a book prize to the best student in computer science at
Glendon.
Frank Cosentino Book Prize
This prize is awarded each year after grades processing,
to a second-year Honours kinesiology and health science major student
who has completed a minimum of 48 credits, with a minimum 6.0 (B) cumulative
average in both academic and practicum courses and the highest cumulative
grade point average in kinesiology and health science courses. A student
may only receive this award once.
C.B. Cragg Prizes for Excellence in Natural Science
Donor: Family and Friends of C.B. Cragg
A fund was set up in 1979 to honour Professor C. Brian
Cragg, founding director, lecturer and advocate of the Natural Science
Program. The fund is used to finance book prizes awarded annually to several
undergraduate students who demonstrate excellent achievement in natural
science courses.
Cragg Scholarship for Academic Excellence in Science
Donor: Catherine Cragg
This award is given in memory of C. Brian Cragg, chemist,
professor and first director of the Division of Natural Science. It will
be awarded annually to outstanding students who have distinguished themselves
academically and who are enrolled in a full course load.
Esiri Dafiewhare Annual Scholarship
This scholarship is to be awarded annually to a returning
undergraduate student who has attained the highest cumulative grade point
average in three courses completed toward an Honours double major in African
studies. In the event of a tie, the value of the award will be shared
by the successful candidates.
Carl Dair Memorial Scholarship
Donor: Friends of the late Carl Dair
A scholarship in recognition of studio performance
is awarded annually to a student in the Department of Visual Arts in the
Faculty of Fine Arts. This is a spring award.
Dance Scholar's Award
This will be an annual award offered to a fourth-year
undergraduate student in the Department of Dance or to a student in the
Graduate Program in Dance who has completed course work and is writing
a thesis. The award is intended to reward excellence and encourage students
to complete their programs of study. The award will be made in the fall
of the year but will be offered only if there is a deserving candidate.
Ashe Davis Liberal Award
Donor: York Peel Federal Liberal Association
In memory of Mr. Ashe Davis, who was active in the
development of policy for the Liberal Party of Canada, an annual award
will be given to an Honours undergraduate student in political science
who is entering the fourth year of studies. The recipient would be judged
to have the highest academic achievement and have demonstrated a special
interest in the field of politics.
Dean's Award for Academic Excellence
Donor: Faculty of Arts
Awards are given to the students with the highest grade
point average in each of first, second, third and fourth year in the Faculty
of Arts. Normally, only one prize may be awarded in any given department
each academic session.
Dean's Prizes for Excellence
There are two annual prizes in each of the five Fine
Arts departments and in the Fine Arts Cultural Studies Program. One prize
is for scholarly work and the other for creative work. They will be awarded
on the basis of completed projects which reflect excellence as established
in the criteria by the individual departments.
Rosanna DeBenedictis Memorial Award
Donor: Paola Poletto and Rosa DiPalma
The Rosanna DeBenedictis Memorial Award recognizes
excellence and dedication to work in design. The award is given annually
to an upper-year visual arts student in the BFA program who is pursuing
studies in design. The Rosanna DeBenedictis Memorial Award was established
by friends in commemoration of Rosanna DeBenedictis, a graduate of the
Department of Visual Arts (BFA 1994).
Thomas W. Doherty Prize in Piano
Although Thomas Doherty was a professor of French literature,
he also had a professional profile as a pianist specializing in 19th-
and 20th-century French music. This award is presented annually to a student
in the Music Department for outstanding performance of a contemporary
work for piano as adjudicated by a panel of faculty members from the Music
Department.
Lily D'Urzo Scholarship
Donor: Friends of the late Lily D'Urzo
Named in honour of Lily D'Urzo, a former York student,
this scholarship is awarded annually to an Honours kinesiology and health
science major student entering the final year of study. Applicants must
have a minimum cumulative average of 6.0 (B), have participated as a member
of an interuniversity sport team, and have contributed in a leadership
role to the School of Kinesiology and Health Science. Applications are
available from the School of Kinesiology and Health Science. Please contact
the executive officer in the School of Kinesiology and Health Science
for further information and deadline dates.
Michael C. Eben Award for Excellence in Academics
and Athletics
The Michael C. Eben Award for Excellence in Academics
and Athletics is awarded to a Founders College student who, in the previous
academic year, has been a varsity or intramural athlete and has attained
an academic standing of 7.0 (B+) in a minimum of 24 credits. Only students
who have completed 60 credits may be considered for the award.
Sydney Eisen Book Prize
Donor: Faculty of Arts
An annual prize is awarded to the graduating student
who has achieved the highest standing in an interdisciplinary program
or the Individualized Studies Program in the Faculty of Arts.
Eldorado Lions Club Prize
Donor: Eldorado Lions Club
This award will be granted to an excellent student
in the Faculty of Pure and Applied Science who has completed at least
60 credits in the Environmental Science Program.
Fred Elkin Sociology Merit Award
An award for the most distinguished graduating Honours
student based on the highest grade point average in sociology courses.
Jack Ellis Achievement Award
Donor: Faculty of Environmental Studies
This award honours Jack Ellis, professor of environmental
studies and the Bachelor in Environmental Studies program's founding program
director. It is presented annually to the graduating BES student whose
record at York comprises the best all round combination of academic achievement
and extracurricular activity.
Tammy Emerton Memorial Award
Tammy Emerton was an extraordinary individual. Her
life ended tragically when she was killed in an auto collision with a
drunk driver. She is remembered by her friends at Tatham Hall as both
a scholar and athlete. She gave much of herself and asked for little in
return. Even in the most difficult moments, Tammy's perpetual smile, warmth
and compassion enriched the lives of many in McLaughlin College. Applicants
for this award must be students who are active in McLaughlin College;
grades are of secondary importance. For further information, contact the
Office of the Master, McLaughlin College.
Essay Prize in Canadian Jewish Studies
Donor: Toronto Jewish Historical Society and the
Toronto Association for Professionals in Jewish Communal Service
Given to a graduate or undergraduate student for an
outstanding essay in Canadian Jewish studies. Donated by the former Toronto
Jewish Historical Society and The Toronto Association for Professionals
in Jewish Communal Service as a testimonial to the important achievements
of those organizations which no longer exist.
Faculty of Arts Essay Award
Four awards will be awarded annually to students with
the best essay in 1000-, 2000-, 3000- and 4000-level courses. Nominations
will be received in the spring and the award will be presented in the
fall.
Faculty of Education Book Prize
Awarded to graduating pre-service candidates who have
made outstanding contribution to the good name of the Faculty of Education.
No application required.
Faculty of Fine Arts Merit Awards
A number of Merit Awards will be given annually to
Faculty of Fine Arts students in recognition of outstanding achievements
within their major department. Each award will consist of a certificate
and a transcript notation.
Faculty of Pure and Applied Science Gold Medal for
Academic Excellence
The Faculty of Pure and Applied Science Gold Medal
for Academic Excellence will be presented to a graduating student in recognition
of the highest degree of scholarship and an outstanding undergraduate
career.
Faculty of Pure and Applied Science Silver Medal
This distinction is awarded to the graduating student
from the Faculty of Pure and Applied Science who has combined outstanding
academic achievement with the greatest contribution to undergraduate student
life at York.
Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals (Ontario)
Education Foundation Scholarships
Donor: F.C.C.P. (Ont.) Education Foundation
Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics
Award. The Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics, offers
an award annually to a second-year undergraduate student who has demonstrated
outstanding academic achievement in the Chinese language and Chinese literature.
The student must have completed at least 12 credits in Chinese and will
subsequently re-register to complete an undergraduate degree.
Department of Sociology Scholarship. A scholarship
is awarded annually to the outstanding student in AS/SOCI 3630 6.0 Sociology
of Education.
Stanley Fefferman Prize in Creative Writing
Donor: Multiple donors
The Stanley Fefferman Prize in Creative Writing is
awarded annually to a student who produces the best piece of original
work in an Atkinson creative writing course. In years when a creative
writing course is not offered at Atkinson, the prize is open to students
taking creative writing courses in the Faculty of Arts. The prize will
be awarded early in the fall term, for work completed in the previous
fall/winter and summer sessions.
Fine Arts Convocation Award of Recognition for Academic
Distinction
An annual award presented at the Fine Arts convocation
reception in both the spring and fall to honour the graduating student
who has achieved the highest cumulative grade point average in the Faculty
among those graduating with first-class standing.
Ralph Fisher Scholarship
Donor: Friends and Colleagues of the late Ralph
Fisher
This award, established in memory of Ralph Fisher,
highlights the qualities he most cherished: academic excellence, leadership
and community service. Any undergraduate student in any Faculty at York
who has completed at least 30 credits in undergraduate studies at York
may apply for this award. Applicants must have a minimum overall grade
point average of 6.0 (B). The value of award will be determined by interest
earned on endowed funds. Selection will be based upon academic achievement
and leadership qualities, particularly in the area of public service.
Applications are available from the Scholarships and Bursaries unit of
the Office of Student Financial Services in September.
May and George Flint Scholarship
Donor: Family of Mr. and Mrs. G. Flint
Named in memory of May and George Flint, this scholarship
is awarded annually to an Honours kinesiology and health science major
student in any year of study. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative
average of 6.0 (B) and have participated in the extracurricular activities
of the School of Kinesiology and Health Science. Applications are available
from the School of Kinesiology and Health Science. Please contact the
executive officer in the School of Kinesiology and Health Science, for
further information and deadline dates.
Kenneth Ford Award
Donor: Faculty, Staff, Students, Alumni and Friends
of the Department of Theatre
The Kenneth Ford Award is presented to a student who
has completed the second year of the Theatre Program in the production
area, in recognition of ability and talent, and determination, tenacity
and stamina to meet the challenges of theatre production. The award is
in memory of Kenneth Ford, who demonstrated these qualities while a student
in the Theatre Department.
Founders College Cock and Bull Scholarship
Donor: Founders College Cock and Bull Pub and Coffee
Shop
The interest on a fund established by the Founders
College Cock and Bull Pub and Coffee Shop will provide an annual scholarship.
The recipient will be a Founders College student of two years who has
achieved the highest grade point average on a minimum of 60 credits completed
at York during the preceding two fall/winter academic sessions and who
will be registering in 30 credits the following September.
C.D. Fowle and B. Rozario Trust Fund
Donors: Friends and Colleagues of C.D. Fowle
The C.D. Fowle and B. Rozario Trust Fund was established
in 1989 to honour the founding Chairman of the Department of Biology.
Professor Fowle is a well-known Canadian naturalist and conservationist.
The prize will be awarded to the most outstanding graduating student in
Honours biology as determined by the department. The criteria used will
not be limited to grades but will include such things as research potential
and leadership activities within the department. The prize will consist
of an inscribed book and a monetary award, and may not necessarily be
given each year.
The Gertrude and Jack Friedman Memorial Award
This annual award is intended to assist a student in
Jewish studies, preferably a graduate student, to pursue a program of
study and/or research at an Israeli university. The recipient must be
an outstanding student, while financial need may be taken into consideration.
In the event that in any year no suitable candidate applies or no application
is selected, the award may be given to a student for outstanding accomplishment
in the field of Jewish studies or Jewish teacher education.
Otto Friedman Scholarship
Donor: Friends and Colleagues of the late Professor
Otto Friedman
A scholarship is awarded to assist a student who at
the time of application is enrolled in one or more upper-level social
science courses in the Faculty of Arts and has a strong interest in one
or more of social theory, social policy and planning, or the role of the
arts in society. Applicants should have a grade point average of 7.0 (B+)
or better. The divisional committee reserves the right not to make an
award in a given year.
Friends of Glendon College Scholarships
Friends of Glendon Scholarships are made available
thanks to generous donations from students, alumni and members of the
staff, faculty and the community at large. The Friends of Glendon College
awards the following scholarships annually to Glendon students. Except
where noted, no application is needed.
a) Edward Appathurai Scholarship in International Studies
Awarded to the most outstanding student registered
in the final year of the International Studies Program with a minimum
overall average of 7.0 (B+).
b) Ian Bingham Memorial Award
Ian Bingham played basketball with a group of his friends
at Glendon every Saturday morning for 20 years. This award has been established
to commemorate his commitment and enthusiasm for sportsmanship and participation.
It will be awarded annually to a Glendon student who has shown exemplary
talent in participation, organization and promotion of Glendon sports
activities at the local and/or intercollege level. Candidates must have
a good academic standing and be nominated by the Glendon sports community.
The Friends of Glendon Committee will select the recipient.
c) Brazier Family Prize
This prize, awarded at Glendon convocation, recognizes
the special achievement of a graduating student who has overcome major
physical challenges in the pursuit of his or her degree. This prize is
in honour of the Brazier family, in particular Glendon graduate Heather
Brazier who achieved her Bachelor of Arts degree against seemingly impossible
physical odds. Faculty members will nominate potential recipients, and
these nominee(s) will be forwarded to the Friends of Glendon Committee
for a final decision on a recipient.
d) Jean Burnet Scholarship
This scholarship was created in honour of Professor
Jean Burnet, specialist in Canadian ethnic relations, founder of the Glendon
Sociology Department, and one of the leading members of the Friends of
Glendon for many years. The purpose of the award is to give recognition
for academic excellence and to provide financial assistance to be applied
to graduate school tuition fees. It is presented to a student who is graduating
from Glendon College and proceeding to graduate work with a specialization
in ethnic relations or Canadian studies. An application may be made to
the Friends of Glendon, c/o Student Financial Services, C138 York Hall,
before April 30. The Selection Committee reserves the right not to award
a scholarship every year.
e) Glendon College Departmental Book Prizes
The departments and the Faculty of Education at Glendon
College annually present book prizes to their most outstanding graduating
student(s).
f) Adele Kuperstein Memorial Scholarship for the Social
Sciences
This scholarship, established in memory of a Glendon
student, Adele Kuperstein, is awarded annually to a full-time student
entering fourth year at Glendon College who is majoring in one of the
social sciences (e.g. sociology, psychology, economics, political science,
history, linguistics) and possesses an outstanding overall average in
that discipline. It will not be awarded to any person already selected
to be a recipient of any other major York University scholarship. The
value of this award will be applied toward tuition fees for courses offered
by Glendon.
g) Lori Ann Marshall Memorial Prize
Donor: The Family of Lori Ann Marshall
The student recipient will be a person with a chronic
physical disability who is also in financial need; the student is to be
chosen by a committee selected by Student Affairs, Glendon.
h) Edgar McInnis Book Prize in Canadian History
This award is presented annually to the graduating
student with the highest achievement in Canadian history at Glendon.
i) Edgar McInnis Book Prize in European History
This award is presented annually to the graduating
student with the highest achievement in European history at Glendon.
j) Monica McQueen Scholarship in Economics
An annual scholarship is awarded to the Glendon student
entering third or fourth year in the Economics Program with the highest
average.
k) Prix Molière
This prize is awarded annually to a Glendon student
(full-time or part-time) who has made a specially important contribution
to the year's work in Theatre Glendon in whatever capacity-acting, direction,
design, technical construction and operation etc. The award is independent
of grades. The value of this award may be divided between two recipients.
Under normal circumstances, the recipient will be graduating or continuing
at Glendon.
l) John Pollard Award
This award is named in honour of John Pollard, one
of the original security officers at Glendon. It is given annually by
the Student Union to a graduating student of Glendon for outstanding contribution
to student affairs and activities and to the social and cultural life
of Glendon while maintaining a good academic standing. The award carries
a modest monetary stipend. No application is necessary.
m) Escott Reid Bilingual Scholarship
An annual scholarship is awarded to the most outstanding
student graduating from an Honours program at Glendon who holds the Certificate
of Bilingual Competence and is enrolling in a graduate program.
n) Escott Reid Plaque
First awarded in 1965-1966, the Escott Reid Plaque
is presented annually at the Recreation Glendon dinner/dance to the outstanding
male and female athletes of Glendon in their graduating year. Selection
is based on athletic performance, sportsmanship, leadership and scholastics.
The recipients' names are inscribed on the standing trophy which resides
permanently at the Proctor Field House. The recipients themselves receive
a replica of the plaque for their own possession.
o) Joseph R. Starobin Memorial Tuition Scholarship
An annual scholarship is awarded to a third-year Glendon
student in the Honours, bilingual program majoring in the social sciences,
on the basis of merit as decided by the Department of Political Science.
The cash value will be applied to tuition fees for the fourth year. Interested
students should contact the Political Science Department.
Herman Geiger-Torel Memorial Prize
Donor: Friends and Colleagues of Herman Geiger-Torel
This award is made annually to an outstanding graduating
student in the design area of the Department of Theatre, Faculty of Fine
Arts. The prize, awarded for excellence in achievement in theatrical design
studies, is in memory of Herman Geiger-Torel, founder of the Canadian
Opera Company. This award is made in the spring.
H.K. Girling Literature Prize
Donor: Girling Family
The H.K. Girling Literature Prize was established
by friends and family in memory of Professor Harry K. Girling, a member
of the York University English Department from 1962 to 1984. The prize
is awarded annually, on the recommendation of the English Department,
to a student enrolled in a 2000- or 3000-level English course. Its basis
is an outstanding essay written for that course, by a student who shows
commitment to literature in both the classroom and in other ways. Submissions
will include both a clean copy of the essay and an accompanying letter
written by the student detailing his or her commitment to literature
and to connecting his or her studies to contemporary culture. An application
is required to be eligible for this prize.
Norman Gledhill Book Prize
Awarded each year after grades processing to the fourth-year
Honours kinesiology and health science major student, who has completed
a minimum of 105 credits, has a minimum 6.0 (B) cumulative average in
both academic and practicum courses, and has the highest cumulative grade
point average in kinesiology and health science courses. A student may
only receive this award once.
Reginald Godden Scholarship
Donor: Austin Clarkson
The Reginald Godden Scholarship is given annually to
a third or fourth-year music major in recognition of outstanding achievement
in contemporary music performance. The scholarship was established by
Professor Emeritus Austin Clarkson in memory of pianist and educator Reginald
Godden.
Walter Gordon Book Prize in Canadian Studies
Donor: Walter Gordon
An annual prize is awarded, on the recommendation of
the course director of AS/HUMA 4200 6.0/AS/SOSC 4200 6.0, to the author
of the best paper written in that course. Candidates will be expected
to have maintained high academic standing throughout their program.
Governor-General's Silver Medals
Donor: Governor-General of Canada
Silver Medals will be awarded annually at the spring
convocation to three graduating students in the final year of an Honours
program who have shown the highest distinction in scholarship at York
University. The recipients will be chosen by the Senate Committee on Admissions,
Recruitment and Student Assistance (SCARSA) on the basis of academic excellence.
Ivana Guglietti-Kelly Prize for Qualitative Research
in Psychology
Donor: Family and Friends of Ivana Guglietti-Kelly
This prize has been established to honour Ivana Guglietti-Kelly
whose interest and work in qualitative methods led to the first publication
from the Department of Psychology at York University to be included in
The Journal of Phenomenological Psychology. Each year both graduate and
undergraduate students in any of the departments of Psychology at York
(Arts, Atkinson, Glendon, Graduate Studies) will be invited to submit
completed work in competition for this prize. The work may be historical,
theoretical, or empirical, but will be distinguished by its focus on qualitative
methods illuminating psychological processes. There will be one graduate
and one undergraduate award.
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