Awards and Scholarships
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Students in the school of Kinesiology are eligible to apply for many scholarships and awards, some of these are applied from the School and others from the College of Health Disciplines. (For details on scholarships from the College visit their website,) The School of Kinesiology offers a number of Scholarships and Awards “to reward undergraduate students in the Bachelor of Kinesiology program who have displayed achievement, leadership and competency". The School of Kinesiology hosts an annual awards night to recognize KIN students who have been recipients of Academic Scholarships and Prizes and the generous donors and supporters of the School. For the 2011-2012 Academic Year, the Awards Ceremony will be held on November 15th, 2012. For more information on the awards ceremony, please contact Kathy Manson at 604-822-2767. We are currently accepting scholarship applications. Deadline for submissions is May 31, 2012. Please read through the application package before submitting the application form.
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Scholarships
Awards and Prizes
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SCHOOL OF KINESIOLOGY - SCHOLARSHIPS
MARY ISDALE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
A scholarship of approximately $350 is offered annually to a student who achieves high academic standing in the third year of any field of study within the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program. Consideration will be given to eligible students, who over a period of years have demonstrated particular interest in highland dancing, Scottish Country dancing, piping, or drumming. The scholarship is made on the recommendation of the School.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships totaling approximately $2,700 have been endowed by alumni of the School. The Scholarships are awarded to undergraduate students in the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program who have displayed academic achievement, leadership, and competency in their field of specialization. The scholarship is made on the recommendation of the School.
KINESIOLOGY FACULTY SCHOLARSHIPS
One or more scholarships totaling approximately $2,100 have been endowed by donations from the School of Kinesiology faculty, past and present. The scholarships are awarded to undergraduate students in the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program who have displayed academic achievement, leadership, or competency in their field of specialization. The scholarships are made on the recommendation of the School.
WILLIAM B. McNULTY KINESIOLOGY SCHOLARSHIPS
Two scholarships of approximately $500 each, a gift of William B. McNulty, B.P.E. '68, will be awarded annually to a male and female student enrolled in the Bachelor of Kinesiology program in first, second or third Year. The awards will be made to students who have been able to combine academic excellence with an outstanding contribution in student or community affairs. Emphasis will be put upon "service above self.” The scholarships will be made on the recommendation of the School in consultation with William B. McNulty.
CAPTAIN C.Y. WU SCHOLARSHIP IN KINESIOLOGY
A scholarship of approximately $525 is offered by Captain C.Y. Wu and Dr. C.H. Wu, to a second or third-year student in the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program who has demonstrated an interest in aquatic coaching or management. Preference is given to a student with a background in aquatics. The scholarship is made on the recommendation of the School.
JANIE AND HECTOR WRIGHT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
A scholarship of approximately $650 has been endowed by Janie D. Bodner (Wright) B.P.E. '56, in memory of her parents. The scholarship is offered to an undergraduate student in the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program and is made on the recommendation of the School.
ANNE D. TILLEY SCHOLARSHIP IN KINESIOLOGY
Anne D. TILLEY Scholarship In Kinesiology: A scholarship of $600 has been endowed by Ms. Anne D. Tilley for a third year undergraduate student or a graduate student enrolled in the School of Kinesiology who is interested in the field of developmental disability/ mental handicap/ intellectual disability.
The scholarship is made on the recommendation of the School of Kinesiology, and in the case of a graduate student, in consultation with the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
HEATHER LAWSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
As a memorial to Heather Lawson, a third-year student in the School of Physical Education and Recreation tragically killed in a skiing accident in March 1972, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D.J. Lawson of Victoria, have established a scholarship in the amount of approximately $650. It will be awarded annually to a student, preferably a woman, enrolled in the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program, with a specialization in the Interdisciplinary Studies Program who is proceeding to the fourth year of the program. The basis of the award is sound academic standing and all round qualities of leadership. The scholarship is made on the recommendation of the School.
SCHOOL OF KINESIOLOGY- AWARDS AND PRIZES
A prize of approximately $400, established by Mrs. R.F. Osborne in memory of her father, J.J. McRae, is awarded to a student in third year of the Physical and Health Education program of the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program with general academic proficiency who has made a contribution to youth work. Special consideration is given to a student who has worked with the blind or other handicapped groups. The prize is made on the recommendation of the School.
LEONARD OSBORNE MEMORIAL PRIZE
A prize of approximately $450, in recognition of Robert F. Osborne's long and dedicated service to Physical Education, is awarded to a student in third year in the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program with general academic proficiency, who has demonstrated expertise and leadership in the field of coaching. The prize is made on the recommendation of the School.
LIEUTENANT JAMES DOUGLAS HAMILTON PRIZE
A book prize of approximately $250 in memory of Lieutenant James Douglas Hamilton, a graduate in Physical Education and former member of the C.O.T.C. of this University, who on April 13, 1952 was killed in action in Korea, is offered by the Kinesiology Alumni and Undergraduate Societies. The award is open to third-year students in the Physical and Health Education Program showing academic and physical proficiency in the program. The prize is made on the recommendation of the School.
A prize of approximately $400, in recognition of Robert F. Osborne's long and dedicated service to Physical Education, is awarded to a student in the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program, with general academic proficiency, leadership and service in the field of Physical and Health Education. The prize is made on the recommendation of the School.
KINESIOLOGY UNDERGRADUATE SOCIETY PRIZE
These prizes have been initiated by members of the Kinesiology Undergraduate Society and are intended to recognize students who have made unselfish contributions to student and faculty life. These prizes in the amount of approximately $250 will be awarded annually to students in third or fourth year of the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program, who have maintained a high overall academic average and have demonstrated leadership qualities through extra-curricular activities within the field of Kinesiology. Reference letters by professionals in the field should support the application. The prizes will be made on the recommendation of the School in consultation with the Kinesiology Undergraduate Society
W. GORDON BRANDRETH PRIZE IN KINESIOLOGY
A prize of approximately $225 has been endowed by Mrs. Bertha Brandreth in memory of her husband W. Gordon Brandreth. The prize is offered to a student whose is pursuing studies in the Kinesiology and Health Sciences program in the School of Kinesiology, and is made on the recommendation of the School.
PETER ANDREW MARRON MEMORIAL AWARD
An award of approximately $1,000 has been endowed in memory of Peter Andrew Marron by his father George A. Marron. The Award is available to a student in the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program who is pursuing studies in the Kinesiology and Health Sciences Program, or involved in research work who displays scholarship, leadership and perseverance. The award is made on the recommendation of the School.
JOHN B. SERVICE MEMORIAL PRIZE IN KINESIOLOGY
A prize of $125 has been endowed by family and friends in memory of John B. Service. The prize is offered to a student specializing in Kinesiology and Health Sciences and made on the recommendation of the School.
ROBERT F. OSBORNE MEMORIAL AWARD IN KINESIOLOGY
An award of approximately $3,200 has been endowed in memory of Dr. Robert F. Osborne’s outstanding service as coach, teacher and administrator during his 33 years as a faculty member at UBC, 27 of them as Director of the School of Physical Education and Recreation. The award is available to undergraduate students registered in the third year of the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program who have exhibited excellence in academics, athletics, and service in sport and recreation. The award is made on the recommendation of the School.
BARBARA SCHRODT AWARD IN KINESIOLOGY
An award of approximately $1,000 has been endowed by Barbara Schrodt for an undergraduate student entering or registered in the third or fourth year in the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree program, with preference for a student who has been an outstanding playing member of a women's field hockey team at UBC and is taking courses related to teaching physical and health education. If, in any year, there is no student who fulfills the preferred criteria, the award is given to a student who is an outstanding playing member on any women's athletics team. The award is made on the recommendation of the School in consultation with the Intercollegiate Coordinator, Department of Athletics.
ROBERT W. SCHUTZ FACULTY PRIZE IN KINESIOLOGY
An award, made available by the faculty of the School of Kinesiology, is awarded to the head of the graduating class for the Bachelor of Kinesiology degree.


