Scholarships & Awards

Awarded annually to a fourth year honors Kinesiology student who has demonstrated leadership qualities as a member of a university varsity or intramural team or through community involvement, and has shown a genuine concern for others.

Deadline to Apply: September 30
(extended to the following Monday when due date falls on a weekend)

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Awarded annually to a second year honors Kinesiology student (entering third year honors Kinesiology) who has demonstrated leadership qualities as a member of a university varsity or intramural team or as a member of student council, and has shown a genuine concern for others.

Deadline to Apply: September 30
(extended to the following Monday when due date falls on a weekend)

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Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student entering fourth year in Kinesiology student who has a high level of involvement in extra-curricular activities such as varsity athletics, campus recreation or student government. The recipient should also demonstrate leadership, engagement, perseverance and commitment to their studies and campus life.

Deadline to Apply: September 30
(extended to the following Monday when due date falls on a weekend)

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Awarded annually to an undergraduate student in any year beyond year one in Kinesiology, Nursing or the Bachelor of Health Sciences program, who has achieved at least a 75% average while demonstrating leadership in the community and participating in extra-curricular activities. Application forms are available from the Office of the Registrar and must be submitted no later than September 30. Recipients will be chosen by the Faculty of Health Sciences Scholarship Committee. Established in 1997 through the generosity of Western parents.

Value: 3 at $500
Effective: 2013-2014 academic year
Deadline to Apply: September 30

About the Award
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student who is entering second year or beyond in the School of Nursing, Kinesiology or Health Studies, and who is participating in a rural placement. Recipients will be selected based on academic standing and demonstrated financial need. This award was established by Marnie Denyes, Elizabeth McInnis, Kate McInnis and Sara McInnis.

How to Apply
Applicants must submit a one-page statement outlining projected accommodation and travel costs to the appropriate School office by March 1. The Faculty of Health Sciences will select the recipient.

Value: 1 at $800
Deadline to Apply: March 1