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Adler and Wong Award

Donor: Ms Margaret Wong

This award was established in association with the Women's Intercultural Network. It is awarded annually to a bridging course graduate with a 6.0 (B) average who is currently enrolled at York University. Additional criteria for granting the award are demonstrated financial need, Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person and Ontario residency as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). Preference will be given to a student enrolled in York's Women's Studies Program. It is hoped that the recipient will use the education received to help in a community, e.g. helping to benefit the lives of women, children or minority groups.

Martha Adolph Award

Donor: Rheba and Robert Adolph

This award was donated in association with the Women's Intercultural Network and is in memory of Martha Adolph. The award is to be given to a bridging course graduate with a 6.0 (B) average who is currently enrolled at York University. Additional criteria for granting the award are demonstrated financial need, Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person and Ontario residency as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). Preference will be given to a student enrolled in York's Women's Studies Program.

Ethel Armstrong Awards

Donor: Jocelyn T. Allen and Family

The Ethel Armstrong Awards are named in honour of Ethel Armstrong, one of the first women to graduate from McGill University and the beloved grandmother of a York graduate. Born in Montreal, in 1875, Ethel wanted to become a doctor--but was turned down by the McGill medical school on grounds of gender. She studied arts instead, graduating in 1895, class president and valedictorian. The intention of the Ethel Armstrong awards is to give financial and moral support to students enrolled in the School of Women's Studies at York University. The criteria for the awards are financial need and strong academic standing. Preference will be given to female students.

Bridging Students: The awards will be given to undergraduate students entering first year at York University from a women's studies bridging course or continuing students who entered University from a women's studies bridging course, showing financial need and strong academic standing and enrolled in second, third or fourth year with a major or minor in women's studies. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need.

Students with a Physical Disability: The award is to be given to one or more students with a physical disability showing financial need and strong academic standing, preferably enrolled in a major or minor in women's studies in second, third or fourth year, a master's program or a doctoral program. If there is not a qualified student enrolled in a Women's Studies Program, the award may be given to a student with a physical disability in another area of study. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need.

Undergraduate Students: These awards are for undergraduate students in second, third, or fourth year showing financial need and strong academic standing and enrolled in a major or minor in women's studies. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need.

Arriscraft Bursary

Donor: Arriscraft International Inc.

Arriscraft International is a Canadian-owned stone and brick company and is pleased to support the Women's Studies Program at York University. This bursary will be awarded to a deserving female in the School of Women's Studies. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need.

Janet Dowdell Memorial Award

Donor: "Circle of Twelve"

As a mature student, Janet Dowdell studied at Atkinson College and devoted her time to family, friends and community involvement. She was awarded the Commemorative Medal for Canada's 125 Anniversary of Confederation. It was given for having made a significant contribution to Canada. This award is to be designated to a second- or third-year student in the Women's Studies Program who has maintained good standing in full-time studies. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need.

David Gardner Wilkinson Bursary

Donor: Professor Shelagh Wilkinson

David Gardner Wilkinson worked in the theatre as an actor, writer, producer and publicist. His family and friends have established this bursary to keep alive his commitment and dedication to the theatre and to the arts in general. The recipient of this annual bursary shall be a student enrolled in an undergraduate double major/minor combination women's studies/fine arts through the Faculty of Arts and Faculty of Fine Arts, respectively. Preference will be given to students enrolled in women's studies and theatre arts. In the event that, in a given year, no eligible student fits this criteria, the bursary will be available to students majoring or minoring in women's studies and another program in the Faculty of Fine Arts (i.e. dance, music, visual arts, film & video). Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need.

The Lorraine Gauthier Award

Donor: Contributions donated in memory of Lorraine Gauthier

In recognition of Lorraine Gauthier's contribution to feminist scholarship in Canada and her advocacy on behalf of francophone women, the scholarship will be awarded to a worthy student in the course "Introduction aux etudes des femmes." The recipient must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person and Ontario resident who demonstrates financial need.

J. David Lucyk Bursary

Donor: Mary Heaman

This award is for student assistance and designated towards the School of Women's Studies at York University. Preference will be given to a graduate of bridging courses who enters into the Women's Studies Program. The successful applicant must have demonstrated financial need and must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person as well as Ontario resident as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).

Louise H. Mahood Bursary Fund

Donor: Rev. Louise H. Mahood

This award is to commemorate York University's establishment of The School of Women's Studies. Rev. Louise H. Mahood was York University's first graduate in women's studies (1984). At that time she completed a double major in women's studies and history. Since finishing her degree at York, Louise continued studies in preparation for ministry. She is an ordained minister in the United Church of Canada. The purpose of this endowment is to provide support for women's studies students at York University. It is hoped that with financial support the candidate can contribute to his/her education by serving on committees, collectives or boards within the University. This award is designated to either an undergraduate or graduate student in the Women's Studies Program with a minimum of 5.0 (C+) grade point average and demonstrated financial need. The successful applicant must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person and be a resident of Ontario as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).

Kathleen Martindale Memorial Award

Donor: Friends of Kathleen Martindale

This is an annual award given in memory of the late Professor Kathleen Martindale, who, until her death in 1995, was a member of the English Department, Faculty of Arts and coordinator of the Women's Studies Program. The award will be given to an undergraduate student entering the third or fourth year of the School of Women's Studies, who has completed the second-year requirement and core course in women's studies and who shows special academic promise in women's studies, and/or has an interest in the area of lesbian studies. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need.

Beverly Mascoll Bursary

Donor: Beverly Mascoll

This bursary is available to students in the School of Women's Studies. Recipients must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, be Ontario residents and demonstrate financial need.

Mary Matthew Ferguson Smith Bursary

Donor: Johanna Stuckey and William Stuckey

Mary Matthew Ferguson Smith briefly attended York University as a mature student. She loved her work and believed firmly in the value of work; she reluctantly retired at the age of 80. She was an avid reader and libraries were an essential resource for her. This award will be given to a mature student enrolled as a women's studies major, who has an average of 5.0 (C+) (or higher) and demonstrates financial need. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). The recipient will be required to work in the Nellie Langford Rowell Library for five hours a week for 30 weeks.

Theodora W. McKittrick-Smits Bursary

Donor: Bob McKittrick

This award is to commemorate York University's establishment of the School of Women's Studies. The award has been established to honour Theodora McKittrick-Smits, whose gifts of love, understanding and commitment to others have served throughout her life as an inspiration to all who know her. It will be given to an undergraduate student in the Women's Studies Program with a minimum of 5.0 (C+) grade point. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need.

Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto Bursary for Lesbian Studies

Donor: Rev. Brent Hawkes, Senior Pastor

The Metropolitan Community Church Award has been established to provide an annual award to a deserving York University undergraduate student who is working in some area of lesbian studies at the School of Women's Studies. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need.

Sarah Piper Stevenson Bursary

Donor: Marjorie Miller

Sarah Piper Stevenson (1858-1943) was a loving mother and grandmother. Born in London, Ontario, Mrs. Stevenson was only able to complete a grade six education, but her progressive thinking and compassionate nature led her to support her granddaughters to continue their schooling to the university level. This bursary will be awarded to a second-year undergraduate student in the School of Women's Studies who has shown a commitment to his/her studies and demonstrated financial need. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).

Sarojini Rowland Bursary

Donor: Peter Rowland

Awarded to a student who entered York University through the Bridging Program. Preference will be given to a student enrolled in a major or minor in women's studies. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents and demonstrate financial need. This award is made in memory of Mrs. Sarojini Rowland.

Virginia Sawyer Award

Donor: Virginia Sawyer

The Virginia Sawyer Bursary will be available to a student in the School of Women's Studies in good academic standing and who has demonstrated financial need. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). Preference will be given to a mature student.

School of Women's Studies Bursaries

These bursaries were established by the School of Women's Studies to assist undergraduate and graduate women's studies students in financial need. The undergraduate bursary is designated for one or more undergraduate students majoring or minoring in women's studies. All recipients must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons and Ontario residents.

Dr. Vara Singh Award

Donor: Gurbachan Singh

This award is made in memory of Dr. Vara P. Singh. The award is to be given to a bridging course graduate with a 6.0 (B) average who is currently enrolled at York University. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need. Preference will be given to a student enrolled in York's Women's Studies Program.

Toronto Women's Bookstore Award (Faculty of Arts)

Donor: Toronto Women's Bookstore

The Toronto Women's Bookstore Award will be granted to a Faculty of Arts women's studies major in third or fourth year who has completed AS/HUMA 2930 6.00/AS/SOSC 2180 6.00. Students must apply to the Women's Studies Executive Committee in September of each year. All applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 7.0 (B+) and demonstrate financial need.

Nel Van Rijn Bursary

Donor: Nel Van Rijn

Through this award, Ms Nel Van Rijn is pleased to show support for the School of Women's Studies at York University. She has created this award to show her gratitude for the education she received in Canada. This award has been established to provide assistance to an undergraduate student with a preference given to students who have entered the School of Women's Studies from a bridging program. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons as well as Ontario residents as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and in financial need.

Women's Intercultural Network Award

Donor: Margaret Wong

This award is to be given to a bridging course graduate with a 6.0 (B) average who is currently enrolled at York University. The award is open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons who fall under Ontario residency criteria as defined by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and who demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to a student enrolled in York's Women's Studies Program. The winner will be invited and encouraged to attend the annual WIN awards ceremony.