Margaret (Mag) Davis Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship has been established in memory of Margaret (Mag) Davis, former graduate of Memorial University of Newfoundland, dedicated physical education teacher and well-known athlete who excelled in the sports of softball, field hockey, ice hockey, soccer, ball hockey, curling, squash and golf. Valued at a minimum of $500 annually, it will be awarded to a female undergraduate student studying in the programs of the School of Human Kinetics and Recreation. In awarding this scholarship, preference will be given to students who have demonstrated athletic ability and scholarship standing. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon recommendation of the Dean, School of Human Kinetics and Recreation.
Marie and Paul Devlin Athletics Scholarship
This scholarship, valued at a portion of the annual income on the initial endowment, was established by Memorial University of Newfoundland alumnus, Dr. William Devlin. Dr. Devlin is a medical school graduate and a former varsity athlete at Memorial. In awarding this scholarship, preference will be given to undergraduate students who combine academic achievement, leadership and athletic prowess at the varsity level. This scholarship is tenable in all undergraduate programs at this University. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards based on a recommendation from the Dean, School of Human Kinetics and Recreation.
J. Douglas Eaton Alumni Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Alumni Association of Memorial University of Newfoundland to commemorate the 30th Anniversary of degree programs in the School of Human Kinetics and Recreation and to honour Dr. Eaton a former department head. The value of the scholarship will be determined by the interest accruing from the initial endowment. The scholarship shall be awarded to the student who attains the highest academic standing in the third year of the Bachelor of Physical Education, Bachelor of Recreation or Bachelor of Kinesiology. Recipients must also demonstrate commitment and service in activities related to their intended profession. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards based on recommendations from the Dean of the School.
Emerging Leaders Award
This award was established by a generous donation from Drs. Mary and Christopher Williams, proud supporters of Memorial University of Newfoundland varsity basketball athletes. Valued at $2,500, an award will be granted annually to a student on each of the Men’s and Women’s Varsity Basketball teams who has demonstrated strong leadership skills or potential. In the instance that there are multiple candidates the demonstration of leadership characteristics in both the candidate’s sport and community activities will be considered. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. This award will be granted by Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Director of the Division of Varsity Athletics.
Matthew J. Foster Alumni Scholarship