Donna Black Bursary in Visual Arts

Awarded to full-time undergraduate students in the Department of Visual Arts, Faculty of Arts and Humanities based on financial need. Online financial assistance applications are available through Student Center and must be submitted by October 31. The Office of the Registrar will select the recipients.

Donna Black is a lifelong artist, teacher, and Western Alumnus. She is a firm believer in the importance of the visual arts and its power to transform lives. Her son Christopher studied Visual Arts at Western and has established this bursary in honour of Donna to support student artists in their studies. 

Value: 1 at $10,000

Submission: Required by October 31

Effective Date: 2026-2027 to 2030-2031 academic years inclusive