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Craig L. Dobbin Bursary in Medicine
The Craig L. Dobbin Bursary in Medicine was established by a generous gift through Dare To: The Campaign for Memorial University, in memory of Dr. Craig L. Dobbin. The bursaries will be awarded to full-time undergraduate students in the Faculty of Medicine. The bursaries will be made available annually and will be used to assist medical students who have exhausted many other means of support and still find themselves in financial difficulty. To apply, students should write a letter outlining their financial needs and complete a bursary application form. The number and value of the bursaries available each year will depend on the funds available for spending (as per University policy), and will be determined at the discretion of the Dean, Faculty of Medicine. Where possible, preference will be given to students from Newfoundland and Labrador who indicate a desire to practice in Newfoundland and Labrador. The bursaries will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Wesley and Jeanne Drodge Award in Simulation
This award was established by a generous donation from Wesley and Jeanne Drodge. Mr. Drodge was the project manager for the construction of the Health Sciences Centre and Faculty of Medicine in the early 1970s, as well as the expanded Medical Education Centre and Craig L. Dobbin Genetics Research Centre which opened in 2014. As a former healthcare CEO, his interest is in supporting students as they learn to become more proficient in the use of simulation technologies. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to two students in the Doctor of Medicine program who are demonstrating the use of simulation technology on healthcare delivery by presenting at medical conferences. Applications are accepted at the Office of Student Affairs, Faculty of Medicine. The recipients must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Hunter W. Earle Memorial Scholarship in Medicine
Hunter W. Earle Memorial Scholarship in Medicine
This scholarship has been made possible from the proceeds of a memorial fund established by colleagues of the late Dr. Hunter W. Earle and a generous donation from Mrs. Marilyn Pasternak, widow of Dr. Earle. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the scholarship will be awarded annually to a student who has completed their third year of the Doctor of Medicine degree program. The recipient must exemplify the characteristics of leadership, sportsmanship and interest in student activities, as well as maintain a good academic standard. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated financial need. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Eddy Award for Family Medicine
This award was established by a generous donation from Dr. Donald Eddy and Mrs. Carolyn Eddy to help foster an interest in the broad field of Family Medicine and to care for the entire patient from birth to death. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a 4th year medical student who has accepted a residency in Family Medicine. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland, and will be chosen by fellow classmates as their choice for their family doctor. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Harry W. Edstrom Scholarship in Medicine
Family, friends and colleagues of the late Dr. Harry W. Edstrom have established this scholarship in his memory. Dr. Edstrom was a professor of Medicine (respirology) at Memorial University of Newfoundland who is recognized for his lifetime contributions to teaching and leadership in the medical profession. He was also Clinical Chief of Medicine at Eastern Health; Past-President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association; Past Governor of the American College of Physicians; Past Executive of the Canadian Medical Association and Recipient of the 2002 Queen’s Jubilee Medal. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student based on academic achievements during the third and fourth years of the Doctor of Medicine degree program. The recipient would have demonstrated leadership during medical studies and meets the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship. The scholarship is awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Emergency Medicine Memorial Scholarship
Emergency Medicine Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Discipline of Emergency Medicine and the emergency medicine community of Newfoundland and Labrador. Valued at $500, the scholarship will be awarded annually on a rotating basis between the Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Nursing undergraduate nursing program at either the Memorial University Faculty of Nursing (MUNFON), Centre for Nursing Studies (CNS), or Western Regional School of Nursing (WRSON). In years where the scholarship is awarded to a student in the Faculty of Medicine, recipients must be in the clerkship portion of the Doctor of Medicine degree (year 3 or 4). In years where the scholarship is awarded to a student in the Faculty of Nursing, recipients must be in the clinical year of the Bachelor of Nursing program (year 3 or 4). In both cases, preference will be given to a learner with demonstrated interest in Emergency Medicine, who exemplifies the qualities of compassion and professionalism. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship as defined by the University. This scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards or the Dean, Faculty of Nursing, as appropriate.
Isidor Epstein Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded from a bequest to Memorial University of Newfoundland by the late Mrs. Bella Levkovitz. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it is awarded annually to a student based on outstanding academic achievements during the second year of the Doctor of Medicine degree program. The recipient must be in the third year of this program and meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the basis of a recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Faculty of Medicine Class of ’73 – 50th Anniversary Commemorative Bursary
Faculty of Medicine Class of ’73 – 50th Anniversary Commemorative Bursary
This Bursary was established through generous donations from graduates of the Class of 1973, friends and family members. The Class of ‘73 was the first to graduate from Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine. In recognition of the 50th anniversary of this milestone graduation they established this commemorative bursary. As a small class, they recognized the unique privilege of participating in the medical school’s inaugural program and its innovative syllabus. During their medical education close friendships were formed. A special bond also developed between the students, staff and the faculty members who guided their progress. The result was a close and never to be forgotten collaborative approach to learning and delivery of care. Acknowledging the university’s commitment to the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, the bursary, valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, will be awarded to a first-year learner entering Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine MD program. The recipient must demonstrate financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. This Bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Faculty of Medicine Opportunity Fund Scholarship
This scholarship is the result of an endowment created from several general donations to the Opportunity Fund by various alumni and friends of Memorial University of Newfoundland and in particular, of the medical school. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a student based on academic achievements during the first year of the Doctor of Medicine degree program. The recipient must be in the second year of this program and meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Andrew Fagan Scholarship
Dr. Richard Fagan Medical Students’ Society Travel Award in Medicine
This award was established by Memorial University of Newfoundland's Medical Students’ Society in honour of Dr. Richard Fagan. Dr. Fagan was known amongst his peers for his sense of adventure. Whether exploring nature close to home or traveling to ski the Rockies or Andes, his enthusiasm for new experiences was clear and enriched the lives of his peers. Valued at a portion of the income on the investment, this award will help offset the costs required to attend a medical conference. It will be awarded annually to a student who will be attending a medical conference during his / her first, second, or third phase of undergraduate medical studies. Preference is given to students who have not obtained funding from any other source. Application forms and faculty nominations are to be submitted to the Faculty of Medicine’s Office of Student Affairs. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Richard Fagan Memorial Scholarship in Orthopedics
The Dr. Richard Fagan Memorial Scholarship in Orthopedics was established by a group of orthopedic and plastic surgeons at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Dr. Richard Fagan, class of 2012, showed dedication to patient care and had a thirst for knowledge in the field of orthopedic surgery. Valued at a portion of the income on the investment, this scholarship will be awarded annually to a graduating student in the Faculty of Medicine who has shown exceptional promise within the field of orthopedic surgery. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards, on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards. The Division of Orthopedics will make a recommendation to this Advisory Committee.
Dr. Bruce A. Fraser Award for International Electives
Dr. Bruce A. Fraser Award for International Electives
This award is made possible by a bequest from the estate of Dr. Bruce A. Fraser who was a professor of Anatomy in the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland from 1979-1992. The award, valued at a portion of the income from the endowment, is available to two or three medical students doing Clerkship electives in the United Kingdom and/or Ireland. If no students are completing electives in the United Kingdom or Ireland in a given year, consideration will be given to providing the award for completion of other International electives. The recipient must be in the third or fourth year of the Doctor of Medicine degree program and meet the minimum academic requirements for an award. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Henry Gault Memorial Scholarship
Friends and colleagues of the late Dr. Henry Gault have established this scholarship in his memory. Dr. Gault had an international reputation in nephrology research, and was instrumental in building a strong program of clinical and research nephrology at the General Hospital and the Faculty of Medicine. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, one or more scholarships will be awarded to a student who has demonstrated both interest in clinical research and academic excellence. The recipient must be in the fourth year of the Doctor of Medicine degree program and meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine's Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Global Health Equity Travel Award
This award was established by donations from faculty and staff of Memorial University of Newfoundland who support the principles and goals of Global Health and Health Equity to improve health and achieve health equity for all people worldwide. Valued at $500 each, two awards will be granted annually to students enrolled in the doctor of medicine degree program who want to undertake an international elective training opportunity in a resource challenged context. The students must demonstrate a commitment to global health and health equity throughout their medical education program by participation and leadership in activities that promote learning and action related to health equity. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University. The recipients are expected to make a presentation to the university community on return. Applications are available from the Office of Student Affairs, Faculty of Medicine. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Peter Grant Memorial Scholarship
Dr. Peter Grant Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, valued at a portion of the income from the endowment, has been established through generous gifts from the classmates, friends and family of Dr. Peter Grant, Medicine class of 1994, to honor his enduring spirit. The scholarship will be awarded annually, based on scholarship standing and financial need, to a second year medical student who has contributed greatly to the class spirit. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards, on the basis of a recommendation from the Dean, Faculty of Medicine. The Office of Student Affairs, Medicine will assist the Dean in his or her choice of an appropriate candidate.
Grateful Patient Bursary in Medicine
This bursary was established by a gift from an anonymous donor who wishes to support students entering the Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland in recognition and gratitude for the medical care he received during a difficult time in his life. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, one or more bursaries will be awarded annually to students entering the Doctor of Medicine degree program who have demonstrated financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary. It is the donor’s wish that the recipients, at such a time when they are financially able, will contribute back to the Grateful Patient Bursary to enable the fund to grow and assist more students. This bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of the Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards. An application form is available at the Office of Student Affairs, Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Bob Green Memorial Award in Medicine
The Dr. Bob Green Memorial Award in Medicine was established by the M.D. Class of 1981 during their 30th reunion. With determination and strength of character in overcoming multiple medical problems, Dr. Green graduated on time and went on to specialize in anesthesia, obtaining Fellowship in Anesthesiology from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. In practice, Dr. Green was well known for providing outstanding patient care. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a graduating student who has experienced adversity during the Doctor of Medicine degree program. Nominations will be accepted for this award from members of the graduating class. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Wulf Grobin Memorial Scholarship in Medicine
Dr. Wulf Grobin Memorial Scholarship in Medicine
This scholarship has been established by Ida Parsons in memory of Dr. Grobin, a compassionate physician and humanitarian. Dr. Grobin was born in Latvia and studied in Switzerland, England and Scotland before moving to Newfoundland. He practiced medicine in Brooklyn, Bonavista Bay from 1938 - 1943 and St. John’s from 1945 -1958 when he moved with his family to Toronto. There he continued his medical career in the area of diabetes and the elderly. He had many varied interesting medical and personal experiences as an outport doctor, and developed a great warmth and affection for Newfoundland and Newfoundlanders, which lasted until his death in March of 2001. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a student based on academic achievements during the first year of the doctor of medicine program. Preference will be given to those who have demonstrated financial need. The recipient must be in the second year of this program and meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards acting on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Eileen (O’Rourke) Gronich Scholarship in Medicine
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from Mrs. Eileen (O’Rourke) Gronich. She was born in Brooklyn, NY and was raised in Corner Brook where she would eventually meet the love of her life, Frank Gronich. They operated a flower shop in Corner Brook for 10 years and later moved to St. John’s where he attended Memorial University of Newfoundland while she worked for the Department of Folklore. They moved to Halifax while Frank attended Dalhousie Law School and returned to St. John’s for him to assume the position of Crown Prosecutor with the Justice Department. They enjoyed many happy years of retirement before his passing in 2015. This scholarship reflects their shared belief in the importance of education. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a student enrolled in the Doctor of Medicine degree program at Memorial University of Newfoundland who meets the academic requirements for a scholarship as defined by the University, and who graduated from a high school in the Metro St. John’s area. This scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of the Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Imran Hack Undergraduate Medicine Award
Dr. Imran Hack Undergraduate Medicine Award
This award was established by a generous donation from Dr. Imran Hack, MD (Class of ’79). Memorial University of Newfoundland has given much to Dr. Hack and the establishment of this award simply expresses his gratitude. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the award will be granted annually to one student from each year of the MD program who has graduated from a high school in Newfoundland and Labrador and requires financial assistance. Preference will be given to students who are working part-time to support their education and are involved in off-campus volunteer activities. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need and meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by the University. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Abdalla M. Hanna Memorial Bursary in Medicine
Named in memory of Dr. Abdalla M. Hanna, a well known surgeon in St. John’s, this bursary is awarded to a student entering the first year of the Doctor of Medicine degree program who is a resident of Newfoundland and Labrador and who has demonstrated financial need. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the bursary is awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards, on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Connie Hapgood/Live by Wealth Management Research Travel Award for MD Learners
This award was established by a generous donation from Dr. Connie Hapgood and Mr. Michael Kidney. Today, more than ever, ground breaking research will be important to deal with medical issues and pandemics. This award will allow our students to showcase their research and learn from their peers around the world and is intended to be used to cover the costs of traveling to a recognized conference to present their research. Valued at $3,000, the award will be granted annually to a student in the MD program at Memorial University of Newfoundland who receives the highest mark in their healthcare related research project. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by the University. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Richard and Mrs. Charlene Hewitt Award