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Undergraduate Scholarships Awards 2005/06


5. Activity Awards

These are awards which are not based solely on academic standing and most require applications or other submissions from students.

5.1 Open to all In Course Students

CHESTER MACNAGHTEN PRIZES

Two prizes, offered annually in a competition for the best piece of creative writing in English submitted by an undergraduate student of the University, i.e. a story, a play, a poem, an essay, etc. Material should be carefully selected and properly presented. The judges will not read untidy manuscripts or a large number of newspaper clippings. No candidate may submit more than two entries. Winning entries will be retained and filed in the McLennan Library. The competition is restricted to students who have not previously won the First Prize. Awarded by the Faculty of Arts Scholarships Committee on the recommendation of the Department of English. Further information may be obtained from the English Department.
Value: $700 and $400.

ROWLINSON TRAVELLING PRIZE

Awarded to McGill students who are named Rhodes Scholars. Established in 1978 by a donation from Professor Elizabeth Rowlinson, a graduate of Oxford University and a member of the Mathematics Department of McGill University. Awarded by the University Committee on Scholarships and Student Aid.
Value: $200. There is no application for this prize. It is awarded automatically to McGill students who receive Rhodes Scholarships.

DOROTHY E. SWALES PRIZE

Awarded for the best mounted plant collection. Except for previous winners, all students at McGill are eligible to participate. Rules for the plant collection may be obtained from the Herbarium Curator at the Macdonald Campus.
Value: $100.

5.2 Open to In Course Students in the Faculty of Education

Students must apply by April 1st. Further information is available at the Student Affairs Office in the Faculty of Education.

JOHN CHOMAY AWARD

Established by friends, colleagues and former students in honour of Professor John Chomay, a member of the Department of Physical Education from 1969 to 1990. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement and participation in students athletics, to a student entering the final year of either the Physical Education or Kinesiology program, with preference to members of intercollegiate sport teams. Awarded by the Faculty of Education's Committee on Student Affairs on the recommendation of the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education.
Value: minimum $450.

DIANE KRUK MEMORIAL PRIZE

Established by the Education Undergraduate Society in memory of Diane Kruk, a former Education student. Awarded by the Faculty of Education's Committee on Student Affairs to a graduating student who has shown outstanding leadership in faculty and student activities, while maintaining a good academic standing.
Value: $100.

CHANTAL MALARD MEMORIAL PRIZE

Established in 1997 by the Education Undergraduate Society in memory of Chantal Malard, a former Education student. Awarded to a student who has demonstrated artistic ability, leadership qualities, and involvement in volunteer activities while maintaining a high academic standing. Awarded by the Faculty of Education's Committee on Student Affairs on recommendations from the Education Undergraduate Society.
Value: minimum $1,600.

Jean Rich Scholarship In Honour Of JAMES A. ROBB, Q.C.

Established in 1999 by the Jean Rich Foundation in honour of James A. Robb, Q.C., B.C.L. 1954, graduate and friend of McGill University. Awarded by the Faculty of Education, on the basis of high academic achievement, to a student who has completed at least one year of full-time study in the B.Ed. Secondary program. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated leadership.
Value: $5,000.

DEIRDRE ZIMBLER MEMORIAL PRIZE

Established in 1987 by the Education Undergraduate Society in memory of Deirdre Zimbler, a former Education student. Awarded to a graduating student who has demonstrated throughout university life, qualities that are indicative of compassion for others and selflessness in leadership roles. Awarded by the Faculty of Education's Committee on Student Affairs on the recommendations of departments and the Education Undergraduate Society.
Value: $100.

5.3 Open to In Course Students in the Faculty of Management

COMMERCE 1955 SCHOLARSHIPS

Three scholarships established in 1990 by the graduates of the Commerce Class of 1955 on the occasion of their 35th anniversary. Awarded on the basis of both outstanding academic achievement and extracurricular university or civic involvement to students having completed at least one year of studies and continuing on in the B.Com. program.
Value: $2,000 each. Eligible students must apply through the B.Com. Office by June 1st. A curriculum vitae is required.

PAUL-HERVÉ DESROSIERS SCHOLARSHIP IN ENTREPRENEURIAL STUDIES

Created in 1998 in memory of the late Paul-Hervé Desrosiers, founder of Réno-Dépôt Inc. Awarded to a student entering the third year of the B.Com. program who is pursuing a Major or Concentration in Entrepreneurial Studies, by the Faculty of Management Scholarships Committee, on the basis of high academic standing, skills and involvement in the community or extra-curricular activities.
Value: $2,500. Eligible students must apply through the B.Com. Office by June 1st. A curriculum vitae is required.

EDC INTERNATIONAL STUDIES SCHOLARSHIP

Established in 2001 by the Export Development Corporation, a Canadian corporation that provides exporters with trade financing, for undergraduate students in the Faculty of Management. Awarded by the Faculty of Management Scholarships Committee to an undergraduate student who is entering their third or fourth year of studies in a B.Com. program and who has achieved high academic standing and demonstrated leadership qualities. Preference will be given to students pursuing studies in business or economics with an interest in international business or international relations. In addition to the scholarship, the recipient will be offered a four-month remunerated work term at EDC.
Value: $3,000. Students must complete an application form available at the B.Com. Office as of November. Deadline for submission is February 1st.

STEPHEN S. GOLDBLOOM MEMORIAL PRIZE

Established by friends and classmates in memory of Stephen S. Goldbloom, a second year Management student active in campus student life and a student representative on the Board of Governors, who passed away during the Summer of 1975. To be awarded to a student graduating in the Faculty of Management with good academic standing having made a notable contribution to student life. Value: $500. Students must apply through the B.Com. Office by May 1st. A curriculum vitae is required.

GREAT-WEST LIFE AND LONDON LIFE SCHOLARSHIP IN MANAGEMENT

Established in 2003 by Great-West Life and London Life for an outstanding undergraduate student entering the last year of a full-time degree program in the Faculty of Management. Awarded on the basis of high academic standing by the Faculty of Management Scholarships Committee to a student with a major or concentration in any of the following: Economics, Labour-Management Relations, Information Systems, Psychology, Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management, Operations Management, or Strategic Management. Preference will be given to students involved in extra-curricular or community activities.
Value: minimum $2,000. Eligible students must apply through the B.Com. Office by June 1st. A curriculum vitae is required.

HUGH HOWSON MEMORIAL PRIZE

Established in 1994 by donations from McGill faculty and staff and other friends to honour the memory of Dr. Hugh Howson, McGill Faculty of Management, 1968-1994. Awarded annually by the Faculty of Management Scholarships Committee to an outstanding commerce undergraduate in the MIS area. Criteria for selection are academic excellence and overall contribution to Faculty and University life at McGill.
Value: $1,200. Eligible students must apply through the B.Com. Office by May 1st. A curriculum vitae is required.

KPMG SCHOLARSHIP

Open to students completing the second year of the B.Com. program, pursuing a Joint Concentration in Accounting and MIS, for both outstanding academic achievement and extracurricular university or civic involvement.
Value: $1,000. Eligible students must apply through the B.Com. Office by June 1st. A curriculum vitae is required.

DONALD R. MCROBIE AWARD

Established in 2003 by family and friends to honour the memory of Donald R. McRobie, B.Com. 1934, former Canadian business leader, McGill Governor Emeritus and past Chairman of the McGill Alma Mater Fund. Awarded by the Faculty of Management Scholarships Committee on the basis of academic standing to a first year student who demonstrates leadership in student programs.
Value: minimum $500. Eligible students must apply through the B.Com. Office by June 1st. A curriculum vitae is required.

DR. ALEX PATERSON SCHOLARSHIPS

Two scholarships, established in 1998 by a generous gift from a McGill graduate of Chemical Engineering (Class of 1959), from Hong Kong, in honour of the past Chair of the Board of Governors, Dr. Alex Paterson. Awarded to students who have completed at least one year of the B.Com. program by the Faculty of Management Scholarships Committee on the basis of high academic standing, skills and involvement in the community or with extra curricular activities.
Value: $3,000 each. Eligible students must apply through the B.Com. Office by June 1st. A curriculum vitae is required.

RICHTER SCHOLARSHIP

Established in 2000 by Richter, a large independent accounting, business advisory and consulting firm for entrepreneurs. Awarded by the Faculty of Management Scholarships Committee to a full-time student in the B.Com program, who has completed at least 15 but not more than 30 credits of the program, on the basis of high academic standing. Awarded on the basis of high academic standing and the essay submitted.
Value: $2,000. Students must apply by submitting a 500-word essay on career opportunities in Accounting and a cover letter to the B.Com office by February 1st.

STS SYSTEMS LTD. PRIZE IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Established in 1998 by Wasserman Stotland Bratt Grossbaum Chartered Accountants on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of STS Systems Ltd. for undergraduate students in the Faculty of Management. Awarded by the Management Scholarships Committee on the basis of high academic standing, leadership skills and community involvement to full time students continuing in the B.Com. program who are pursuing Majors or Concentrations in the area of Information Systems.
Value: $250. Eligible students must apply through the B.Com. Office by June 1st. A curriculum vitae is required.

SHEILA WELLINGTON BMO FINANCIAL GROUP AWARDS

Established by the Bank of Montreal in 1996 for students in the Faculty of Management. Awarded by the Faculty of Management Scholarships Committee on the basis of high academic standing, leadership skills and community involvement to full-time students continuing in the M.B.A. or B.Com. program. Preference is given to female students in programs related to finance and/or economics.
Value: two awards of $6,000 each for graduate students and two of $2,000 each for undergraduates. Eligible students must apply through the B.Com. Office by June 1st. A curriculum vitae is required.

SHIRIN YEGANEGI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Established in 2002 by Bahram Yeganegi and Shekoufeh Farin to honour the memory of their daughter, Shirin Yeganegi, B.Com. 2000. Awarded by the Faculty of Management Scholarships Committee to an outstanding undergraduate student who has completed at least one year of a B.Com. degree. Awarded on the basis of high academic standing and outstanding involvement in extra-curricular activities. Preference will be given to a female student.
Value: minimum $4,500. Eligible students must apply through the B.Com. Office by June1st. A curriculum vitae
is required
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