2015 Service Awards

APPLY FOR THE 2015 SIMON F R A S E R UNIVERSITY S ERVICE AWARDS
B.C. SUGAR ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - Program Code: UEAO526
($5000; min CGPA 2.00)
TO SFU faculty*, staff*, students who meet the following criteria: winner of
national or international competition, or recipient of national or
international prize or award. REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrated history of
leadership in nominee’s field, and accomplishments directly related to
responsibilities and activities at SFU. Nominations should include a
description of the nominee’s achievements, a curriculum vitae (if
appropriate), and three letters of recommendation.
*Faculty or staff should submit applications to faawards@sfu.ca.
C.D. N ELS O N M E MO RI AL P R IZ E - Program Code: UEAO019
($500; min CGPA 2.00)
AWARDED to a current or retired faculty* or staff* member, or to a current
student who has made an outstanding contribution to SFU other than
normal or academic work. The C.D. Nelson Memorial Prize is valued at
approximately $500 for the purchase of a Work of Art. Upon presentation
of a receipt, the recipient will be reimbursed for the value of the award. The
granting of the prize will be based on evidence submitted by the applicant
or by another person, group or association.
*Faculty or staff should submit applications to faawards@sfu.ca.
TERRY FOX GOLD MEDAL AND PRIZE - Program Code: UUAO001
(Gold medal and award of $1000; min CGPA 2.00)
AWARDED annually to any student who has demonstrated those personal
qualities of courage in adversity and dedication to society which have been
exemplified by Terry Fox and his Marathon of Hope. The award includes a
cash prize of $1000 and three terms’ tuition upon registration at SFU.
REQUIREMENTS: The application or nomination should include appropriate
supporting documentation.
LAURINE HARRISON UNDERGRADUATE SERVICE AWARD - Program Code:
UEAO545
($1500; min CGPA 2.00)
TO undergraduate students in any faculty on the basis of demonstrated
leadership and/or service at SFU. The student’s leadership or service may be
to the student community, (demonstrated by service to the Student Society,
Board of Governors, Senate, or some other University body on which
students are represented) or by advocating for students in the community at
large (as demonstrated by fundraising activities, or service to off-campus
student advocacy groups). REQUIREMENTS: Applications must include a
letter from the student outlining their leadership activities and/or volunteer
service as well as letter(s) of recommendation confirming these activities.
ROGER G. WELCH ALUMNI PRIZE - Program Code: UEAO172
($1100; min CGPA 2.00)
TO an alumnus/alumna of SFU pursuing a degree program or a post
baccalaureate diploma. The prize will honor or recognize students who have
demonstrated leadership, citizenship and dedication in service to the
University community. Participation in the wider community will also be
considered. REQUIREMENTS: The granting of the prize will be based on
evidence submitted by the applicant or by another person, group or
association.
ROSSLYN AND MARY PENNEY COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD - Program Code:
UEAO548
($1000; min CGPA 2.00)
GRANTED on the basis of good academic standing and leadership and/or
service at SFU to an undergraduate student in the Faculty of Arts and Social
Sciences in his/her second, third or fourth year of study. REQUIREMENTS:
Preference will be given to students with disabilities who experience issues
accessing the physical environment. Application packages must include a
résumé outlining the candidate’s leadership activities and volunteer service
as well as letter(s) of recommendation confirming these activities.
page 1 of 2
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OUTSTANDING STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD -
Program Code: UPAO167
($2000; min CGPA 3.50)
TO an undergraduate student in any faculty in his/her third or fourth year
with a minimum of 30 units completed at SFU, and demonstration of a
combination of outstanding academic achievement and outstanding
performance or leadership in another endeavour at SFU or in the broader
community. The achievement may be in athletics or the arts, in service to
the University or to the community at large. REQUIREMENTS: Nominations,
including a letter and résumé from the nominee as well as a supporting
letter from an individual who can speak to the achievements of the
Nominee, should be sent from the Chair or Director of the nominee’s
department or school or from the Registrar. Presentation of the award will
take place at the annual Outstanding Alumni Awards Ceremony. Funds will
be disbursed upon receipt of funds from the Donor.
TD INSURANCE MELOCHE MONNEX OUTSTANDING STUDENT LEADERSHIP
AWARD - Program Code: UPAO199
($1000; min CGPA 3.50)
TO an undergraduate student in any faculty who is in his/her third or fourth
year with a minimum of thirty (30) units completed at SFU, and has
demonstrated a combination of outstanding academic achievement and
outstanding performance or leadership in another endeavour at SFU or in
the broader community. The achievement may be in athletics or the arts, in
service to the University, or to the community at large. REQUIREMENTS:
Applications must include a letter and résumé from the student and a
supporting letter from an individual who can speak to specific achievements.
Funds will be disbursed upon receipt of funds from the Donor.
LOUISE BERTHE SAMSON UNDERGRADUATE AWARD - Program Code:
UEAO060
($600; min CGPA 3.00)
TO a third or fourth year undergraduate student in any faculty who is doing
volunteer work or a work project related to the applicant’s field of study in a
recognized charitable or community organization. The successful applicant
should have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00.
REQUIREMENTS: The application should include a letter outlining the
applicant’s chosen course of studies, a résumé, an explanation of the
volunteer or work project activity, and its impact on the applicant. There can
be no more than a one term gap between the volunteer or work project
activity and the awarding of this Award.
LIVING PERSONAL TRUTHS AWARD - Program Code: UPAO195
($400; min CGPA 2.00)
TO a student in any faculty who has demonstrated a significant contribution
to reducing discrimination and/or increasing awareness of sexual
orientation and gender diversity. REQUIREMENTS: Applications must include
a letter and résumé from the student and a supporting letter from an
individual who can speak to the student’s achievements. Funds will be
disbursed upon receipt of funds from the Donor.
WEST COAST COALITION FOR HUMAN DIGNITY COMMUNITY AWARD -
Program Code: UEAO201
($400; min CGPA 2.00)
TO a student in any faculty based on demonstrated commitment to and
leadership in opposing bigotry and advancing human rights through work in
schools, community or non-governmental organizations that work to
eliminate racism, sexism, xenophobia, and/or homophobia, or provide
services to victims of such. REQUIREMENTS: A candidate must demonstrate
involvement in unpaid volunteer activities by providing a résumé and cover
letter describing his/her volunteerism, the length of service and time
commitment dedicated to such interests, and a letter of reference from a
supervisor of the candidate’s volunteer work.
application information on page 2
APPLY FOR THE 2015 SIMON F R A S E R UNIVERSITY S ERVICE AWARDS
page 2 of 2
SFU SERVICE AWARDS – PROGRAM CODE: UEAO000
The SFU Service Awards recognize outstanding service to the University and/or
the community at large, leadership and volunteer work.
Eligibility requirements:
Awarded to undergraduate students in good academic standing (min CGPA of
2.00) and enrolled in a minimum of 9 units of standard graded courses at SFU
in any of the following terms: Summer 2015, Spring 2015 or Fall 2014.
Please submit one set of supporting documentation via email to
faawards@sfu.ca:
Supporting Documentation:
- résumé
- cover letter describing the candidate's volunteer/community service activities
and/or leadership, the length of service and time-commitment involved, and
the impact on these volunteer activities on campus/community life
- letter(s) of reference confirming these activities.
When you apply for the SFU Service Awards, UEAO000, you will be considered
for all of the following awards.
Awards for Service to the SFU Community
SFU Seniors Lifelong Learners Society Community Service Awards - $1000, 4
Awards
William A. (Bill) Stewart Volunteer Leadership Award - $1200
SFU Student Society Award - $1000
Judy Kelly Humanitarian Award - $800 (preference will be given to students
who provided aid to students with physical disabilities)
Ted Sinnott Memorial Award - $500
Awards for Service to SFU Community and the Community at Large
London Drugs 60th Anniversary Student Awards – $1000, 6 awards
Brendan Midgley & Joseph Stryjak Celebration of Life Awards - $1000, 5 awards
G&F Financial Group Awards - $1000, 2 awards (to students in Beedie School of
Business, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, or Faculty of Applied Sciences).
Dr. Jack Uppal Community Service Awards - $900, 5 awards (preference to
students in the Faculty of Health Sciences)
APPLICATION PERIOD: MARCH 23 TO APRIL 15, 2015. TO APPLY, LOG INTO YOUR GO.SFU.CA ACCOUNT DURING THE APPLICATION PERIOD AND
SELECT “APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS/AWARDS”. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS SHOULD BE EMAILED TO FAAWARDS@SFU.CA IN PDF FORMAT.