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Dependents of teachers of the public school system
E.A. Bishop (1889-1953) Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, established to honour the memory of E.A. Bishop, a teacher in Newfoundland and Labrador, is the result of a generous donation to Memorial University of Newfoundland by his son, John. Interest on the fund will provide a scholarship to full-time undergraduate students after completion of their first year at Memorial University of Newfoundland who are dependents of teachers in the public school system of Newfoundland and Labrador. Applicants must be students in the Faculties of Arts or Science and be of scholarship standing. The scholarship is valued at approximately two semester’s tuition for five courses. If, in any year, there is no eligible candidate, the scholarship will not be awarded; however, a student may be awarded the scholarship more than once.

Disability based
Fraser Edison Scholarship
This scholarship is the result of a donation to the Opportunity Fund in 1999 by Mr. Fraser Edison. It will be valued at the annual interest on the endowment and will be awarded to an undergraduate student who has a recognized physical disability.
Glenn Roy Blundon Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, valued at $500.00, has been established by the family, friends and fellow students of the late Glenn Roy Blundon, a former student of Memorial University of Newfoundland who, despite his severe physical disability, succeeded in his studies and made a significant contribution to student life. In the awarding of this scholarship, preference will be given to academically qualified students with disabilities but those enrolled in the Special Education Program may be considered when no candidates are available from the first group.
DISC Student Involvement Award
This award was established by the MUN Disability Information Support Centre (DISC). Valued at $500 each, two awards will be granted annually to students who self-identify as having a disability. The recipients can be in any program and year of study at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Preference will go to students who are involved with student life, community volunteer work or maintain a high academic average. 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.
Mature female students
Iris Kirby Memorial Scholarship
This award, valued at $650.00 annually, has been established by the friends and colleagues of the late Iris Kirby. Iris was an active feminist and advocate of encouraging women to develop their fullest potential. The scholarship is open to women enrolling in full-time undergraduate studies at Memorial University of Newfoundland who are entering or returning after at least five years out of full-time study. Applicants should have been resident in Newfoundland for at least one year before applying. The scholarship will be awarded in the Winter semester on the basis of the Fall semester's results. In deciding on candidates of equal academic attainment, a commitment to the goal of an equal status for women in our society will be considered.
Women's Association of Memorial University of Newfoundland Mature Student Undergraduate Scholarship
This scholarship, valued at $1,200.00, is awarded annually from funds donated by the Women's Association of Memorial University of Newfoundland. It is restricted to women enrolled in full-time undergraduate studies at Memorial University of Newfoundland who are entering or returning, having been away from full-time study for a period of three years or more. They must have been residents of Newfoundland and Labrador for at least a year prior to enrolling. This scholarship is awarded in Winter semester based on Fall semester results in which a minimum average of 75% will be required. Financial need will be considered. The Scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Matriarch’s Fund Una Emma Agnes Bursary 
This bursary was established by a generous donation from Mr. Cyril Mullins to honour Una Emma Agnes; an artist, musician, songwriter and unapologetic dessert lover! Una Emma Agnes was one of the women who were the strength of the family through some of the most trying personal and historical times of the 20th and 21st centuries. Mr. Mullins’ aim is for this scholarship to help historically and systemically marginalized gender identifications pursue artistic, STEM, non-traditional or leadership fields. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to an undergraduate student, in any year of study, who self-identifies as female or as gender-diverse. Preference will be given to students pursuing studies in science, engineering, math, business, political science or music. However, if no eligible candidate exists in a given year, the recipient may be selected from any area of study. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. This bursary will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards.
Kathleen K. (Fitz-Gerald) Earle Memorial Award
Kathleen K. (Fitz-Gerald) Earle Memorial Award
This award was established by a generous donation from Memorial University of Newfoundland alumna Margaret Allan (BA’82, MBA’95) in recognition of her mother, Kathleen Earle. After having her family, at age 40, Kathleen returned to Memorial University to complete her undergraduate degree. She went on to work at the Memorial University Library for 18 years until her retirement in 1985.  Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be granted annually to a mature student in any year of study who self-identifies as a woman or as gender diverse. Preference will be given to a student who has a gap in studies of two or more years. The recipient may be in any undergraduate program of study and 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.
United Church - Child of a minister or child of a United churchman
Reverend Doctor Levi Curtis Bursary
This bursary has a value of at least $200.00 and is awarded each year to a student who is a candidate for the ministry of the United Church, a child of a minister of the United Church, or the child of a needy United Churchman.

Child, stepchild, or legal ward of any member of Professional Municipal Administrators
Professional Municipal Administrators Award
This Award was established by the Professional Municipal Administrators (PMA). Valued at $1,000 annually, the Award will be granted to a full-time student in any undergraduate degree program in any year of study at Memorial University of Newfoundland. The recipient must be a child, stepchild, or legal ward of any member of PMA. 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. An application is required and must include a letter from PMA indicating the candidate’s eligibility.
Students attending Grenfell Campus
Although students at Grenfell Campus are eligible for other awards listed in the Calendar, the following scholarships, bursaries and awards are tenable specifically at Grenfell Campus:
Fred Aldrich Science Scholarship
This scholarship, established by the Corner Brook and Area Branch of the Alumni Association of Memorial University of Newfoundland, is awarded annually to a student at Grenfell Campus who is in the fourth semester of full-time study, who has accumulated at least 45 credit hours, and who is registered in a science program at Memorial University of Newfoundland. The scholarship may be held at either Corner Brook or St. John's. Valued at $1,000.00, the award is made on the basis of outstanding academic performance. The scholarship is awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee at Grenfell Campus and the Head of Science at the Campus.
John Ashton Folklore Award
This award has been established by Dr. John Bodner, Sheila Ashton and friends of the Social/Cultural Studies Program in honour of Dr. John Ashton, folklorist, professor, principal and mentor. Valued at $250 per year, it will be awarded to a major or minor student in Social/Cultural Studies, or one of the cognate disciplines, at the Grenfell Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland who has shown excellence in their folklore class over the previous two years. 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 upon the recommendation of the Grenfell Campus Scholarship Committee.
Dr. John Ashton Travel Award
This award was established by his wife Sheila and son Darby through generous contributions made in his memory by his family, friends and colleagues. John Ashton was the Principal of Grenfell from 2005 until his passing in 2008. He was a pivotal figure in the evolution of Grenfell and was also an internationally recognized, prize-winning scholar in his chosen field of Folklore. Valued at a portion of the income on the investment, the award will be given annually to an undergraduate student at Grenfell Campus who meets the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland and wishes to travel for academic purposes. Preference will be given to a student with demonstrated financial need and/or who is facing other barriers, such as a disability, for which the funding would help to overcome obstacles to participate in academic travel opportunities. A special application form is required and may be obtained from the Student Services Office, Grenfell Campus, Room AS234 or by calling (709) 637-6249. The award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the collective recommendation of the Division of Heads, Grenfell Campus.
Atlantic Credit Unions Award in Nursing
Atlantic Credit Unions Award in Nursing
This award was established by a generous donation from the Atlantic Credit Unions (Community, Eagle River, Eastern Edge, Hamilton Sound, Leading Edge, Public Service, Reddy Kilowatt and Venture Credit Unions). Atlantic Central provides support to charitable and community programs in alignment with the values of the members throughout Atlantic Canada. Atlantic Credit Unions have been investing in programs and services across the Atlantic region since 2000, and are proud to support Memorial University of Newfoundland. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the Award will be granted annually to a student who has completed the second year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Collaborative) Program at the Western Regional School of Nursing, and has displayed both academic ability and clinical competence. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Director of the Western Regional School of Nursing.
Belize Travel Award
This award, valued at a minimum of $1000 annually for study in Belize, has been established by Dr. Michael Newton. This award is open to students enrolled at the Grenfell Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland who wish to gain international experience by doing university or field courses in Belize. Students should be beyond their first year of study, meet the minimum academic requirements of clear standing and be recommended by the faculty in their area of study. The award will be made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the scholarship committee at Grenfell Campus in consultation with faculty.
Katy Bindon Scholarship
This scholarship, one or more valued at $1,000.00 each annually, was created by friends of Dr. Katy Bindon with the assistance of the local branch of the Memorial University of Newfoundland Alumni Association and colleagues at Grenfell Campus. It was created to mark the contribution that Dr. Bindon made at the college during her tenure as its Principal from 1991-1997. The scholarship is to be awarded to a student entering his or her fourth year in any degree program offered at Grenfell Campus. The recipient should have combined academic excellence with an outstanding contribution to student life at Grenfell Campus. The scholarship is to be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee at Grenfell Campus.
Breakwater Folklore/Folklife Series Award
The Breakwater Books Folklore Prize is awarded annually for outstanding student performance in undergraduate folklore courses at Grenfell Campus. It is awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon recommendation of the Head of Social Science at the Campus in consultation with Folklore Faculty.
Edward P. Browne Scholarship
Chartered Professional Accountants’ Education Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador Inc. Scholarship in Business Administration (Grenfell Campus)
This scholarship was established by the Chartered Professional Accountants’ Education Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador Inc. Valued at $2,500 annually the scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate student in any year of study in the business administration program at the Grenfell Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland. The recipient must have completed a minimum of two CPA – equivalent elective courses and 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 Grenfell Campus Scholarship Committee.
City of Corner Brook J.R. Smallwood Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1991 by the City of Corner Brook to honour the Honourable Joseph R. Smallwood, first Premier of Newfoundland, who contributed significantly to the educational and cultural development of Newfoundlanders. This fund, donated by the City is a tangible mark of the support given by the City to Grenfell Campus since the Campus opened in Corner Brook. The scholarship valued at $1,000.00 will be awarded to a student who is a resident of the City of Corner Brook in the final year of high school who is proceeding to Grenfell Campus. The award will be made, upon application, to a student of outstanding academic merit and promise who has demonstrated active participation in school and community life. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards, acting on the recommendation of a special selection committee appointed by the Principal, with a representative from City Council.
Corner Brook Playmakers Theatre Arts Scholarship
This scholarship was established by The Corner Brook Playmakers, a local theatre company founded in Corner Brook in the 1950s. The group established the first high school drama festival in Newfoundland and Labrador which later grew into a provincial festival which still exists today. Valued at $1000 annually, it will be awarded to a full-time student in the second year of the Theatre Arts Program at Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Grenfell Campus, who meets the 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 Head, Division of Arts, Grenfell Campus.
Cottage Crafts Association Scholarship
This scholarship is supported by the interest on $5000.00 donated by Cottage Crafts Association, Corner Brook. It is awarded to a student in Fine Arts at Grenfell Campus. Preference will be given to a student with an interest in fibre arts, including costume design, textile design or textile manufacturing. The scholarship is awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon recommendation from the Grenfell Campus.
Marguerite d’Angoulême Arts Bursary
Marguerite d’Angoulême Arts Bursary
This bursary was established by Dr. Edwin Bezzina in honour of Marguerite d’Angoulême, duchesse d’Alençon (1492-1549), sister to François I, the King of France. She was an important author and a patron of the arts during the French Renaissance and as a supporter and defender of French humanists and church reformers in the early phase of the French Reformation. She also played a political role at one point, saving her brother’s life while he was held in captivity in Spain. Her written work challenged some of the misogynistic attitudes of her time. Valued at $1,000 annually, the bursary will be awarded to a student entering their second year of study in the School of Arts and Social Science at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Grenfell Campus who has declared a major in English, Historical Studies, or Humanities. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary as defined by the University. If, in any given year, there are no eligible candidates, the bursary may be awarded to a student in any undergraduate program in the School of Arts and Social Science who meets the remaining criteria. The bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Arts and Social Science.
Division of Fine Arts Mercy/Presentation Education Fund Award
These awards, valued at between $1000 and $2000, have been established by the Mercy/Presentation Education Fund to assist students with extra-curricular projects that will enhance their education. These awards are open to students enrolled at the Grenfell Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland in the Visual Arts or Theatre Arts program. Students must have clear academic standing and complete an application. Applications will be available at the Scholarship’s Office, Grenfell Campus. The awards will be made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Head of Division, Chair of Visual Arts and Chair of Theatre Arts and the scholarship committee at Grenfell Campus.
Craig Dobbin Memorial Scholarship for Master of Business Studies at the Waterford Institute and Memorial University of Newfoundland
James Alexander Doull Memorial Scholarship in Humanities
This scholarship was established by Professor Floy Andrews Doull, to honour the memory of James Alexander Doull, teacher, colleague and friend. This scholarship, valued at a portion of the annual accrued interest, will be awarded annually to a student registered full-time in the Humanities Program at Grenfell Campus. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the basis of scholarship standing and a recommendation from the Chair of Humanities, Grenfell Campus.
 
Dr. Wynanne Downer Award for Women
This award was established by the Canadian Federation of University Women, Corner Brook Club, in memory of Dr. Wynanne Downer who was a founding member. Valued at a portion of the income on the investment, it will be awarded annually to a female student who attended a high school in Newfoundland and Labrador and who is pursuing a degree at the Grenfell Campus. Preference will be given to a female student who entered university as a mature student (twenty-one years or older) and is beyond her first year of studies. Financial need may be taken into consideration. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. The award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee, Grenfell Campus. A special application is required and may be obtained from Student Services, Room AS234, Grenfell Campus, or by calling (709) 637-6249.
Environmental Science Merit Scholarship
One Merit Scholarship, valued at $2,500.00 annually will be awarded to an outstanding student entering the fourth year of the Environmental Science program at Grenfell Campus. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the basis of scholarship standing and a recommendation from the Chair of Environmental Science, Grenfell Campus.
Equiano Prize in Historical Studies
This prize was established by Dr. Edwin Bezzina, a Historical Studies Professor at Grenfell Campus, in honour of Olaudah Equiano, who won his freedom from slavery in the eighteenth century, wrote a narrative of his experience, and contributed to the slavery abolition movement. Valued at $150 annually, the prize will be awarded to a student who is enrolled in the first or second year of studies at Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Grenfell Campus and has achieved the best overall performance in that academic year in HIST1100 Introduction to History, Part One (or its subsequent replacement). The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a prize as defined by the University. The prize will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Arts and Social Science, Grenfell Campus.
Duncan A. Ferguson Prize in Psychology
A Bryant Harding Family Bursary
This bursary was established by a generous donation from the Bryant Harding Family. Mr. Harding was from a founding family in Bonne Bay, Newfoundland and as a respected leader, valued education and commitment to his community. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a student in any year of study in any undergraduate degree program at the St. John’s or Grenfell Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland. Preference will be given to a student who is part of the Youth Foster Support 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 is renewable for up to an additional three years (four in total), provided the student maintains the eligibility criteria. A new student will be selected when the previous student has completed their eligibility. This bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards.  
Ida Harvey Scholarship
This scholarship, in memory of Ida Harvey, is supported by a fund established in 1988 on the occasion of the opening of the Fine Arts Building. It is awarded on merit to any student in a Bachelor of Fine Arts Program by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee at Grenfell Campus.
Hebron Diversity Award
This award was created from a generous contribution from the Hebron Project. The Hebron Project co-venturers are ExxonMobil Canada Properties (operator), Chevron Canada, Suncor Energy, Statoil Canada and Nalcor Energy. Awards will be available to full-time or part-time students, enrolled at any campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland, who have indigenous status, a disability, or who represent a visible minority. Students with a disability should provide supporting documentation (from a medical doctor, psychologist, audiologist, rehabilitation counselor, or other professional who has specific training, expertise, and experience in the diagnosis of this condition). Students will claim indigneous and visible minority status through self-identification. Of those eligible students, further preference will be given to students who are majoring in engineering, the geosciences, environmental science or chemistry. Normally, at least one award will be granted in each designated area and where possible, at least one award will be granted to a student in his/her first year of study. For students at the St. John’s or Grenfell Campus the awards will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon the recommendation of the appropriate Department Head. For students at Marine Institute, the awards will be granted by the Marine Institute Scholarship Committee on the recommendation of the appropriate Department Head.
Hebron Women in Science and Engineering Scholarship
Hebron Women in Science and Engineering Scholarship
This scholarship program was created by a generous contribution from the Hebron Project. The Hebron Project co-venturers are ExxonMobil Canada Properties (operator), Chevron Canada, Suncor Energy, Statoil Canada and Nalcor Energy. Scholarships will be awarded to female students who are enrolled in full-time or part-time studies at any Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland who are majoring in engineering, the geosciences, environmental science or chemistry. Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need. Where possible at least one scholarship will be awarded to a student in her first year of study. For students at the St. John’s or Grenfell Campus the awards will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon recommendation of the appropriate Dean or Department Head. For students at the Marine Institute the awards will be granted by the Marine Institute Scholarship Committee on recommendation of the appropriate Department Head.
Historical Studies Merit Award
This book prize is awarded to a student who has made an outstanding contribution to the life of the Historical Studies Program at Grenfell Campus. The faculty of that program will fund the prize. It is awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Historical Studies Faculty.
E.J.F. Hodgett Scholarship in Science
This scholarship was established by friends and colleagues of Professor Ferriss Hodgett on the occasion of his retirement, in celebration of his outstanding contributions and service to Memorial University of Newfoundland, and in particular Grenfell Campus. Professor Hodgett, a native of Belfast, in the north of Ireland, served as Vice-Principal of Grenfell College from 1975-1992. This scholarship, valued up to two semesters' tuition, will be awarded to the student entering second year at Grenfell Campus who has attained scholarship standing and has received the second highest overall average in his/her first year having completed at least four courses in the Natural Sciences. The award shall be made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on recommendation of the Scholarship Committee of Grenfell Campus.
Gervase C. Hollander Prize in Biology
This prize was established in 1982 by Mrs. Hollander in memory of her husband, a former teacher and school supervisor with the Humber-Bay St. George Roman Catholic School Board. Valued at approximately $100.00, it is awarded annually to a second-year student who has completed three or more courses in Biology beyond the first year and who have demonstrated excellence and initiative in both the theoretical and practical aspects of Biology. The award is made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon the recommendation of the Head of Science at Grenfell Campus.
Bob Hooper Scholarship
Raymond J.G. Pafford (1937-1997) Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, established in 2000 by Mrs. Roberta Pafford, in memory of her husband Raymond, is valued at the annual interest on an endowment. It will be awarded on the basis of scholarship standing to a full-time student in any year of study of the Bachelor of Fine Arts program who shows promise and plans to continue in the field. It will rotate annually between the disciplines of Theatre Arts and Visual Arts. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee at Grenfell Campus in conjunction with the Head, Division of Fine Arts.
Palliser Prize in History
This Prize in honour of Captain Hugh Palliser, RN, Governor and Commander-in-Chief at Newfoundland from 1764 until 1768; in 1764 he became the first governor to visit western Newfoundland. Valued at $250.00 annually the Prize will be granted to a student entering their third year who has earned the highest cumulative average in at least five History courses within their first and second years of study. The recipient can be working towards a major or minor in the Historical Studies program in the School of Arts and Social Science at Grenfell Campus. Only students who have not previously been awarded the Palliser Prize in History will be eligible to receive the Prize. Within the same awarding year, recipients of the Joanne Swan Greenlee Prize in Historical Studies will not be eligible. The Prize will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards on the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee at Grenfell Campus and the members of the Historical Studies program.
Pausanias Award in Classics for Study Abroad
Named for the second century traveller and geographer, this award is available to students at Grenfell Campus who enroll in field study courses in the culture, history and/or civilization of ancient Greece or Rome. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee at Grenfell Campus in consultation with the Head, Division of Arts at the Campus.
Pike-Thackray Scholarship in English
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from Dr. Holly Pike and Dr. Marc Thackray in honour of their parents: David Pike, Phyllis Pike, Elizabeth Thackray, and Harry Thackray. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to an undergraduate student at the Grenfell Campus of Memorial University who is completing an English major and entering the last year of his or her program. Preference will be given to the student with the highest average in English courses required for the completion of the Major. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Chair of the English Program at Grenfell Campus.
Al Pittman Harlow Travel Award
Al Pittman Harlow Travel Award
The Al Pittman Harlow Travel Award has been established in his memory by Al Pittman’s friends and family. Mr. Pittman was one of Newfoundland’s most esteemed poets and playwrights and he believed that observing the different helps us to see the familiar in a new light. Therefore, travel, in enabling us to experience a different place, culture and context, has the power to heighten and enhance our perspective of home. The award will go to a student in the fourth year of study in the Theatre Program at Grenfell Campus who best exhibits a passion for and commitment to theatre, as well as an appreciation of place and how physical and cultural landscape can impact perspective, and who meets the minimum academic requirements for an award. The Award will be made at the beginning of the semester in which the student is scheduled to depart for England (for approved study at the Harlow campus) and will be valued at a portion of the income on the endowment. This scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Program Chair, Theatre and the Scholarship Committee at Grenfell Campus.
C.F. Poole Scholarship
This scholarship was established from funds donated by friends of Dr. Cyril F. Poole on the occasion of his retirement as Principal of Sir Wilfred Grenfell College. Dr. Poole, a native of Pilley's Island, Notre Dame Bay, was committed to excellence throughout his distinguished career as a university teacher and administrator in several Canadian universities including Sir Wilfred Grenfell College, where he served as Principal from 1977 to 1990. The scholarship honouring his contribution to excellence in education will be awarded annually to a Sir Wilfred Grenfell College student of outstanding academic merit and promise. Valued at approximately $1,000.00, it will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on recommendation from Grenfell Campus.
James C. Pratt Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, valued at a minimum of $1000.00, has been established in memory of James C. Pratt by his daughter, Mrs. Daphne L. House. The scholarship is to be awarded annually by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Program Chair of Visual Arts at Grenfell Campus, to a full-time student in the discipline of Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Arts) who shows promise and purpose of continuing in that field.
W. Gary Rowe, QC Fine Arts Scholarship at Grenfell Campus
W. Gary Rowe, QC Fine Arts Scholarship at Grenfell Campus
This undergraduate scholarship was established through a generous gift from the estate of the late W. Gary Rowe, QC (1944-2010), lawyer, art collector and philanthropist. Mr. Rowe graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland with a Bachelor of Commerce degree and Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Laws degree before being called to the bar in Newfoundland and Labrador in 1970. In 1972 he was a founding partner of the firm Chalker, Green and Rowe, which grew to become one of the largest in St. John’s with more than 20 lawyers at the time of its merger with the regional firm McInnes Cooper in 2000. Mr. Rowe was appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1988. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, one scholarship will be awarded annually to a student in the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Arts) Program at Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Grenfell Campus, who has graduated from a high school in Newfoundland and Labrador. The scholarship is renewable for 3 additional years (4 years in total) if scholarship standing is maintained and the student continues full-time enrolment in the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Arts) Program and meets the 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 Scholarships Committee, Grenfell Campus in consultation with the Head of the Division of Fine Arts.
W. Gary Rowe, QC Scholarship at Grenfell Campus
This undergraduate scholarship was established through a generous gift from the estate of the late W. Gary Rowe, QC (1944-2010), lawyer, art collector and philanthropist. Mr. Rowe graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland with a Bachelor of Commerce degree and Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Laws degree before being called to the bar in Newfoundland and Labrador in 1970. In 1972 he was a founding partner of the firm Chalker, Green and Rowe, which grew to become one of the largest in St. John’s with more than 20 lawyers at the time of its merger with the regional firm McInnes Cooper in 2000. Mr. Rowe was appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1988. One or more scholarships will be awarded annually to a student(s) enrolled in any program or year of study at the Grenfell Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland. The recipient must have graduated from a high school in Newfoundland and Labrador and meet the 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 Scholarships Committee, Grenfell Campus.
Royal Canadian Regiment Milton Fowler Gregg VC Bursary
Alan and Patricia Wright Psychology Conference Travel Bursary
This award was established by Dr. Sandra Wright in memory of her parents, Alan and Patricia Wright, both former educators who believed strongly in the importance of education. Applications will be available through Psychology Faculty members in January of each year. It will be given annually to a fourth year Psychology major engaged in full-time studies at Grenfell Campus. The purpose of the award is to offset the cost of travel to a Psychology conference (for example APICS, CPA or CSBBS). Funds must be used for travel to and from a conference in the year it is awarded. Valued at $700, one award is available each academic year. Applications will be read and the recipient chosen by Psychology faculty at Grenfell Campus based on academic performance in Psychology courses and the merit of the proposal. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Program Chair, Psychology and the Scholarships Committee at Grenfell Campus.
School of Music
The following scholarships, bursaries and awards are available to students in the School of Music based on a recommendation from the Dean.
James E. Austin Memorial Scholarship
From a sum of money donated by the firm of Dicks & Co. Limited, a scholarship has been established in honour of the late James E. Austin, former Chairman of the Board of the Company. The scholarship, valued at $500.00, is to be awarded annually on the basis of academic excellence to a full-time student enrolled in the School of Music at Memorial University of Newfoundland who is entering the fifth semester of the Conjoint Degree program. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards, acting on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music.
Dr. Andreas Barban Memorial Scholarship
This Scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Andreas Barban, distinguished musician and scholar, and former instructor in the School of Music. The scholarship, valued at not less than $1,000.00 will be awarded to a full-time Bachelor of Music student beyond the first year whose principal applied study is piano, and who has demonstrated musical potential and academic excellence. The award is made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music.
Jonas (Joe) Barter Scholarship in Music
This scholarship, valued at $500.00, is awarded annually from the income derived from a trust fund given to the University by the family and friends of the late Jonas (Joe) Barter. It is to be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the basis of academic excellence, based on the advice of the Dean, School of Music. Preference will be given to a student who has completed three years of study in the area of Music Composition.
Gordon J. Bastow Scholarship
Gordon J. Bastow Scholarship
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from the Estate of Marjorie Bastow in memory of her husband, Gordon Bastow, who predeceased her. Gordon was one of several members of his family who participated in several choirs, both church and community based. The family had three generations of service in the Choir of the Anglican Cathedral beginning with Gordon’s father, Hugh. Gordon also sang in the choir at All Saints Anglican Church in Foxtrap, only stopping six months before his death at age 90 in 2011. He also sang in several community choirs including the old Memorial University Glee Club under the direction of Ignatius Rumbolt. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a full-time Bachelor of Music student beyond first year, who is majoring in vocal studies and has demonstrated commitment to choral music. Nominations for the scholarship should come from the School of Music Voice instructors, and be accompanied by a statement describing the special nature of the student’s commitment to choral music. If no suitable candidate can be identified, the scholarship may be awarded to a full-time Master of Music student involved in a choral conducting program who has demonstrated a commitment to choral music with preference given to a voice student. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. This scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music. In a case where it is awarded to a graduate student, it will be awarded by the Associate Vice-President (Academic) and Dean, School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music.
Yvonne Belanger Memorial Bursary
This fund was established by her family to cherish the memory of musician, teacher and mother, Yvonne Belanger. The bursary will be awarded annually to full-time Bachelor of Music students beyond first year from the interest accrued on this endowment. The award is made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music with the criteria for eligibility being musicality, musical achievement, financial need, and scholarship standing.
Amanda Bishop Memorial Scholarship
This fund was established by the family of Amanda Bishop to cherish the memory of a loving and caring daughter and sister whose life- long ambition was to study voice in preparation for a career in the performing arts. With a value of at least $500.00, this scholarship will be awarded annually to a student beyond the first year of the music degree program in good academic standing, whose performance medium is voice and who has demonstrated dedicated commitment to the betterment of the music community. The award will be made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music.
John Bonia Crossroads Scholarship
John Bonia Crossroads Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of John Bonia by his former student and Memorial University of Newfoundland alumna, Michelle Smith (B.Mus’99, B.Ed’99). Mr. Bonia grew up in Grand Falls-Windsor where he spent his life as a musician and music educator and this scholarship honours his life, his love of jazz music and his commitment to music education in the province. It is named in tribute to a song written and performed by Ms. Smith and Mr. Bonia. Valued at $1,000 annually, the scholarship will be awarded to a student in any year of study in the undergraduate music program at Memorial University of Newfoundland with an expressed interest in jazz studies, with first preference to a saxophone major and second preference to a student majoring in any woodwind instrument. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship as defined by the University. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music.
Charles J. Bown Memorial Entrance Scholarship in Music
This scholarship was established in 2001 in memory of Charles J. Bown (1963-2000) who graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland in 1985 with a Bachelor of Music and Music Education. He went on to obtain his Master's degree in vocal performance from the University of Ottawa in 1994. He was actively involved in music as an educator, choir director, soloist and organist until his death on October 24, 2000. Valued at the annual interest on the endowment, the scholarship will be awarded to a student entering the Bachelor of Music program at Memorial University of Newfoundland who has demonstrated musical potential, academic ability and financial need. Preference will be given to a student whose major applied study is in voice. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music.
Dennis G. Browne Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, valued at the accrued interest on an endowment, established by the firm of Patterson Palmer Hunt Murphy, in memory of the late Dennis G. Browne, who was a member of their law firm; will be awarded to a student enrolled beyond first year in the Bachelor of Music program. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of scholarship standing and demonstrated musical potential. The award will be made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music.
Buell-Olson Scholarship
Frederick and Isabel Emerson Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship has been established in memory of Frederick and Isabel Emerson by their children. Mr. Emerson, lawyer, musician, and a former lecturer and member of the Board of Regents, was involved in setting up and teaching music classes in the early days of the Memorial University College. The scholarship, valued at not less than $500.00, is awarded annually to a full-time music degree student beyond the second semester. Selection of candidates will be made on the basis of academic standing, financial need and character. The award is made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music.
Fry Family Foundation Dean’s Leadership Award in Music
Fry Family Foundation Dean’s Leadership Award in Music is part of the Fry Family Foundation Awards program. The award was created to recognize and encourage tomorrow’s great leaders. The Fry Family Foundation was founded by Darryl and Marlene (nee Sellars) Fry, who were born, raised and educated in Newfoundland and Labrador. They are alumni of Memorial University and have a passion for both the university and the province. The Foundation helps to build stronger communities by investing in the development of young talent, as well as supporting health, social causes, nature and the arts. Valued at $5,000, this entrance award will be granted to a student who has been accepted into and plans to attend the School of Music at Memorial University in the fall semester, immediately following their completion of high school. It will be granted on the basis of the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by the University, and where possible, preference will be given to students who have graduated from a high school in Newfoundland and Labrador. Students must have demonstrated outstanding leadership through academic work, student activities and community involvement. The award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Music.
Carla Furlong and Andreas Barban Bursary in Music
This bursary was established by a generous bequest from the Estate of Michael Grobin. Mr. Grobin lived in Newfoundland with his parents in the 1940s to the mid-1950s. The Grobins were music aficionados and many of their friends were musicians, including Andreas Barban, a well-known pianist, and Carla Furlong, an accomplished harpist and music teacher. In honour of his friends and his love of music, Michael Grobin left a bequest to Memorial University of Newfoundland to support music students. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, one or more bursaries will be awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in the School of Music. The recipients must have demonstrated 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, School of Music.
Ed Goff Memorial Scholarship