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This award will provide undergraduate students with the opportunity to obtain 12-week research opportunity under the supervision of a faculty member in the School of Earth, Environment & Society (SEES).
To be eligible to apply for this award, students must meet the following criteria:
- Have obtained a cumulative GPA of at least a B
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada
- Be registered in a bachelor’s degree program (honours)
- Completed all course requirements of at least the first year of university (or two academic terms) of your bachelor’s degree
- Apply with a professor who has a summer research project and has agreed to be your research supervisor
The D. Keith MacDonald Earth Sciences Undergraduate Scholarship
Eligibility: To be awarded to undergraduate students enrolled in Level 2 or above in an Earth and Environmental Sciences program who attain high averages, are Canadian Citizens, and who demonstrate a strong interest in studying Earth Sciences.
Value: $5,000 x 2
THE J.P. BICKELL FOUNDATION MINING SCHOLARSHIP (S)
Established in 2002 by the J.P. Bickell Foundation. A variable number of scholarships to be awarded to full-time students who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, demonstrate an interest in the field of mining and have completed at least Level II of a B.Sc. program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society.
Value: $2,000 minimum
The Jennifer J. Dunn Scholarship in Geology
Established in 2012 by Jennifer J. Dunn (Class of ‘93). To be awarded to a student who has completed at least Level ll in an Honours B.Sc. program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society and who is pursuing experiential learning in geology through volunteerism, internship, and/or travel and study. Student must demonstrate a strong potential in geology.
Value: $2,500
Travel Scholarship applications are due February 28th.
THE WALKER/MIDDLETON FIELDWORK SCHOLARSHIP (S)
Established in 2010 in honour of Gerard Middleton and Roger Walker by a generation of grateful students who studied under them from the mid-1960s until 2000. To be awarded to students who are participating in field courses or research undertaken as part of the students’ program of study, who have completed at least Level II of an Honours B.Sc. program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society and who, in the judgment of the School, have demonstrated notable academic standing.
Value: $1,000
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THE ALUMNI CANADIAN GEOGRAPHY PRIZE
Established in 1985 by the Geography Branch of the McMaster University Alumni Association in recognition of Dr. Lloyd G. Reeds for his contribution to teaching during more than 35 years of service. To be awarded to the student who attains the highest grade in GEOG 2RC3 (or GEO 2HC3) (Canada).
Value: $300
THE BILL AND RIA HART SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 2011 by bequest of Ria Maude Hart. To be awarded to a student in an Honours B.Sc. program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in the area of environmental or ecological studies.
Value: $1,000
THE BINNEY FAMILY ACADEMIC GRANT
Established in 2012 by Paul Binney B.Sc. Hon. (Class of ‘73), M.Sc. and Lynn Binney (nee Frazer) B.A. Hon. (Class of ‘73) to encourage students to pursue their goals and aspirations. To be awarded to a student in the School of Earth, Environment & Society who has completed Level I and at least an additional 30 units, has attained a high Sessional Average and demonstrates financial need.
Value: $1,000
THE CAMERON D. ALLEN BOOK PRIZE
Established in 1978 in memory of Cameron D. Allen. To be awarded to a student in an Honours program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, shows outstanding achievement in studies in a fourth year climatology course. Preference will be given to a graduating student.
Value: $200 for books
THE ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES PRIZE
Established in 1993 by the Regional Municipality of Hamilton-Wentworth in recognition of Metal Recovery Industries and Philip Environmental, Industrial Filter Fabrics Ltd., and Laidlaw Waste Systems. To be awarded to the student who attains the highest grade in GEOG 4MT6 (or GEO 4R06).
Value: $100
THE HAMILTON TRANSPORTATION CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 2009 by The Hamilton Transportation Club in support of the McMaster Institute for Transportation and Logistics. The award has been created for the interchange of ideas regarding transportation and communication to increase the knowledge for the mutual benefit of the traffic field in general. To be awarded to a student who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, research or activities in the areas of transportation and/or logistics.
Value: $1,000
THE HELEN EMERY SCHOLARSHIPS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Established in 1990 by Miss Helen Emery of Barrie, Ontario. Two scholarships to be awarded to students in Level II, III, IV or V of a B.Sc. program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, demonstrate leadership and infl uence in addressing environmental matters. Recipients must have attained a Sessional Average of 9.5 or greater.
Value: $1,650 each
THE HERBERT S. ARMSTRONG MEMORIAL FUND
Established in 1997 in memory of Herbert S. Armstrong. To be awarded to a student who has completed at least 30 units beyond Level I who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, has achieved notable academic standing and who has made a significant contribution to university life through extra-curricular activities.
Value: $100
THE HUGH R. THOMPSON MEMORIAL PRIZE
Established in 1960 in memory of Dr. Hugh R. Thompson. To be awarded to the student who has completed Level I and an additional 30 – 45 units of an Honours program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society with the highest Sessional Average.
Value: $250
THE KANAROGLOU SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
To be granted annually to one graduate student working in the McMaster Institute for Transportation & Logistics, with a proven interest in Dr. Kanaroglou’s field of study and whose research can potentially benefit the community at large.
Value: $1,500
THE LEONE BETTY BLACKWELL MEMORIAL BOOK PRIZE
Established in 1999 by Dr. Bonnie Blackwell in memory of her mother, Leone Betty Blackwell. To be awarded to a graduating student with the highest grade in EARTH SC 3P03 (or GEO 3P03).
Value: $85 for books
THE LLOYD REEDS PRIZES
Established in 1983 in recognition of Dr. Lloyd G. Reeds for his outstanding contributions to the Department of Geography during 35 years of service. Four prizes to be awarded: one to the student who attains the highest Cumulative Average in an Honours B.A. program in Geography; one to the student who attains the highest Cumulative Average in an Honours B.Sc. program in Earth and Environmental Sciences; one to the student who attains the highest Cumulative Average in a three-level B.A. or B.Sc. program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society; and one to the student who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, has demonstrated outstanding achievement in GEOG 4MT6 or EARTH SC 4MT6.
Value: $100 each
THE MIDDLETON / WALKER PRIZE IN SEDIMENTARY GEOLOGY
Established in 2010 in honour of Gerard Middleton and Roger Walker by a generation of grateful students who studied under them from the mid-1960s until 2000. To be awarded to the student graduating from an Honours B.Sc. program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society who, in the judgment of the School, has achieved the highest standing in the field of sedimentary geology.
Value: $1,000
THE MOFFAT FAMILY PRIZE
Established in 1990 by Moffat Kinoshita Associates Inc. To be awarded to a student who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, has the highest standing in the following senior level urban geography courses: GEOG 3UH3 (Urban Housing) and/or GEOG 4UT3 (Selected Topics in Urban Geography).
Value: $300
THE MOLSON SCHOLARSHIP IN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Established in 1992 by the Molson Companies Donations Fund. To be awarded to the student entering the final level of a program in Geography and Environmental Studies, Earth and Environmental Sciences or Engineering and Society, who attains the highest Sessional Average.
Value: $1,100
THE E.S. MOORE PRIZE
Established in 1956 by Elwood S. Moore, LL.D. (Class of ‘55). To be awarded to the student graduating in an Honours program in Geography who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, has attained the most notable standing in Geo (or Earth Science, Environmental Science or Geography).
Value: $225
THE CHARLES MURRAY BALL SCHOLARSHIPS IN EARTH SCIENCES
Established in 1991 by May A. Ball in memory of her brother Murray Ball. Four scholarships to be awarded to students entering Level II, III, IV or V of a B.Sc. program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, have attained notable standing. Ordinarily, not more than one scholarship will be awarded to any one program.
Value: $2,300 each
THE PITCHER-RATFORD AWARDS
Established in 2000 by Bruce Ratford (Class of ‘71) and Elda Ratford (Pitcher) (Class of ‘71). Two scholarships (one to a male and one to a female) to be awarded to students who have completed Level III of an Honours Geography program and who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society (Faculty of Science), have achieved notable academic standing and demonstrated qualities of leadership at McMaster or in the community.
Value: $1,000 each
THE R. LOUIS GENTILCORE PRIZE
Established in 1989 by the family and friends of Professor R. Louis Gentilcore on the occasion of his retirement from the Department of Geography. To be awarded to a student in an Honours program in the School of Earth, Environment & Society who, in the judgment of the School, has demonstrated exceptional achievement in historical-cultural geography.
Value: $550
THE ROSART PROPERTIES INC. SCHOLARSHIP
Established in 1988 by John D. and Dominic J. Rosart of Burlington. To be awarded to a student who has completed Level I and an additional 60 – 75 units of an Honours program in Geography and who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society, has attained high academic standing.
Value: $325
THE SOUTH ONTARIO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIPS
Established in 1973 by the South Ontario (formerly Niagara) Economic Development Council. Two scholarships to be awarded, normally one in each of the B.A. and B.Sc. programs, to the students who have completed Level I and an additional 60 – 75 units of the Honours Geography program and who elect EARTH SC 4MT6 (or GEOG 4MT6) in their graduating session. Awards are based on scholarship and interest in undertaking studies relating to regional development and regional planning in the Niagara Peninsula.
Value: $2,000 each
THE STANFORD N. KATAMBALA EARTH SCIENCES PRIZE
Established in 1965 by contributions from friends and associates of Stanford N. Katambala, a Year III Honours Geology student from Tanzania, killed in a mine accident in Northern Ontario in September 1964. To be awarded to a student who has completed Level I and an additional 60 – 75 units of the Honours Earth and Environmental Sciences program and who attains high standing.
Value: $75
THE VALE CANADA LTD. SCHOLARSHIP IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Established in 2000 by Inco Limited. To be awarded to a student entering Level III, IV (or Year V of a Co-op program) in the Honours Earth and Environmental Sciences program who, in the judgment of the School of Earth, Environment & Society has achieved notable academic standing and demonstrated qualities of leadership at McMaster or in the community.
Value: $2,000