Ewen Nelson Memorial Graduate Scholarship in Adapted Physical Activity

** This award is NOT currently accepting applications at this time **

DEADLINE: TBA

VALUE: $1,900

ELIGIBILITY:

• Open to Canadian citizens.

• Open to permanent residents.

• Open to foreign nationals holding Canadian study permits.

• Open to applicants in course-based study programs.

• Open to applicants in thesis-based study programs.

• Open to applicants in doctoral programs.

• Open to applicants in masters programs.

• Open to full-time registered students only.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• based on superior academic achievement (GPA of 3.5 or greater)

• based on a demonstrated commitment to the advancement of opportunities for persons with disabilities to lead physically active lifestyles

• Nominee must exemplify the qualities and values of Ewen Nelson. The qualities and values of Ewen Nelson were: responsible, patient, persistent, team player, unselfish, challenged adversity, composed under pressure, strong work ethic, fine attention to detail, great sense of humor. Ewen valued mutual respect, encouraged personal growth and opportunities, and felt it was important to get involved

Additional Information: A favorite quote from Ewen's father was "never deny yourself an experience, but do not make the same mistake twice"

GPA will be calculated over the most recent 15 units (minimum) of course weight.  First-class academic standing (equivalent to a grade point average of 3.5 or greater on the University of Alberta grading scale) is required.

This award is specific to the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation; only FKSR students are considered for these awards.  An eligible candidate(s) will be ranked and selected by FKSR's award selection committee and forwarded to the FGSR.   FGSR will send the official award offer to the recipient.   Applicants not recommended at FKSR's internal adjudication level will be notified in writing by the Graduate Programs Office.