Matthew J. Foster Alumni Scholarship
This scholarship, established by the School of Human Kinetics and Recreation, Memorial University of Newfoundland, commemorates the 30th Anniversary awarding of the first Bachelor of Physical Education Degrees at Memorial University of Newfoundland and honours Mr. Foster (department head/director - 1964 until his retirement in 1986). They will be valued at the interest accruing from the initial endowment and awarded to the student in the second year of a program offered by the School of Human Kinetics and Recreation who attains the highest academic standing. Recipients should also have demonstrated leadership in activities related to their intended profession. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards based on the recommendation from the Dean of the School.
Maud and Matt Foster Memorial Bursary
This bursary was established by a generous donation from the family and friends of Maud and Matt Foster. Born in Northern Ireland, Maud and Matt immigrated to Newfoundland in 1953. Matt began his teaching career at Bishop Feild School and was later the Director of Memorial University of Newfoundland's School of Physical Education and Athletics from 1964 until his retirement in 1986. He was instrumental in creating a soccer program in this Province. Maud began her teaching career at Bishop Spencer and subsequently taught Grade Four at Brinton Memorial School for twenty-five years. Both were known for their love of life, family, nature and sport. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to an undergraduate varsity athlete with preference to a soccer athlete. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Human Kinetics and Recreation.
Dr. Edgar House Athletic Award
This award was established through a generous gift from the family of the late Edgar House. Valued at $800 annually the award will be granted to an undergraduate student-athlete on the Varsity Women’s Volleyball team who demonstrates outstanding leadership and commitment to their team. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland and U SPORTS. The award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Director of Varsity Athletics.
McIsaac Health Systems Award in Fitness Leadership
This award, generously funded by McIsaac Health Systems Inc. and its owner Michael R. McIsaac, has been created to encourage the ongoing growth and development of qualified exercise professionals in Newfoundland and Labrador, by recognizing academic excellence in advanced fitness and leadership. Valued at $400 annually the award will be granted to the student who has achieved the highest mark in Fitness Leadership in the Human Kinetics and Recreation program at Memorial University of Newfoundland. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by the University. The award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, Human Kinetics and Recreation.
Frida Loeffler Mountain of Learning Experiential Education Award