Scholarships
Below is a list of scholarships open to returning Grenfell students in the School of Arts and Social Science.
For more information about scholarships available to all MUN students, visit my.mun.ca. Here you will also find many more scholarships open to all Memorial students.
Equiano Prize in Historical Studies
This prize was established by Dr. Edwin Bezzina, a Historical Studies Professor at Grenfell Campus, in honour of Olaudah Equiano, who won his freedom from slavery in the eighteenth century, wrote a narrative of his experience, and contributed to the slavery abolition movement. Valued at $150 annually, the prize will be awarded to a student who is enrolled in the first or second year of studies at Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Grenfell Campus and has achieved the best overall performance in that academic year in HIST1100 Introduction to History, Part One (or its subsequent replacement). The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a prize as defined by the University. The prize will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Arts and Social Science, Grenfell Campus.
The John Ashton Folklore Award
This award has been established by the Social / Cultural Studies Program at Grenfell Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland in honour of Dr. John Ashton, folklorist, professor, principal, and mentor. Valued at $250 per year, it will be awarded to a major / minor student in Social / Cultural Studies or one of the Cognate disciplines who has shown excellence in his / her folklore classes over the previous two years. The award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon the recommendation of the Chair of the Social / Cultural Program, Grenfell Campus.
The Breakwater Folklore/Folklife Series Award
The Breakwater Books Folklore Prize is awarded annually for outstanding student performance in undergraduate folklore courses at Grenfell Campus. It is awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon recommendation of the Dean, School of Arts and Social Science at the Campus in consultation with Folklore Faculty.
The James Alexander Doull Memorial Scholarship in Humanities
This scholarship was established by Professor Floy Andrews Doull, to honour the memory of James Alexander Doull, teacher, colleague and friend. This scholarship, valued at a portion of the annual accrued interest, will be awarded annually to a student registered full-time in the Humanities Program at Grenfell Campus. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the basis of scholarship standing and a recommendation from the Chair of Humanities, Grenfell Campus.
Craig Dobbin Memorial Scholarship for Master of Business Studies at the Waterford Institute and Memorial University of Newfoundland
This scholarship has been established by Mr. Pat O'Callaghan, the Ireland Business Partnership, the Ireland Newfoundland Partnership, the Provincial Department of Education, and Craig Dobbin family members in memory of Mr. Craig Dobbin. It will be awarded on an annually rotating basis to students at The Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) and Memorial University of Newfoundland. In year one, and every alternating year thereafter, the scholarship will be awarded to a recent honors graduate (in the past 2 to 3 years) of one of the undergraduate business programs in the Faculty of Business Administration program or Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland who is accepted into the Master of Business program, at the Waterford Institute of Technology, Waterford, Ireland. In the event that there is no such candidate, the scholarship will be awarded to two Memorial University of Newfoundland exchange students (undergraduate or graduate) to study (one academic term) at the Waterford Institute of Technology. In year two, and every alternating year thereafter, the scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate student from the Waterford Institute of Technology who will be selected to attend Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Faculty of Business Administration's M.B.A. program. In order for a WIT student to complete the program in one year, they must have an honors undergraduate business degree, or a business degree with significant academic standing. The student must meet Memorial University of Newfoundland’s M.B.A. admission requirements. The student may take two years to complete the degree; however, scholarship funding will be available for one year only. In the event that no such student is selected from the Waterford Institute, then WIT will select a business undergraduate or graduate student to complete a student exchange (one academic term) at the Faculty of Business Administration or Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland. Scholarship recipients will be required to complete and present a report on an aspect of the Ireland Newfoundland Partnership. In the case of Memorial University of Newfoundland undergraduate students, the scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, Faculty of Business Administration (St. John's Campus) or the Vice-President of Grenfell Campus. In the case of Memorial University of Newfoundland graduate students, the scholarship will be awarded by the Dean, School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Dean, Faculty of Business Administration.
Duncan A. Ferguson Prize in Psychology
Duncan Ferguson Award Application - 2024
Deadline: Nov. 15
This prize was established by family, friends and colleagues in memory of Dr. Duncan A. Ferguson. It will be awarded annually to a student in his/her final year of a Psychology program at Grenfell Campus. The chosen student will have demonstrated strong academic performance and have contributed to the spirit of student life within the Psychology program. This prize, valued at $500, will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Chair, Psychology program, Grenfell Campus, in consultation with the Psychology faculty and the Ferguson family.
The Madeline Fowler Prize in English
This prize, valued at $200.00, is in memory of Madeline Fowler. The prize is normally awarded to a senior student in the B.A. Specialization in English engaged in full-time studies at Grenfell Campus. The award will be made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Program Chair of English at the Grenfell Campus.
The David Freeman Memorial Scholarship in English
This scholarship honours Dr. David Freeman, a widely admired Grenfell English professor whose scholarship and zest inspired a wide circle of students, friends and colleagues. A well-known scholar of the editing of Renaissance literary texts, Dr. Freeman took his scholarship out of the classroom to enliven a broad range of presentations, public readings and dramatic performances. This scholarship is made possible through the family of Dr. Freeman and the efforts of the English faculty at Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland, and friends of Dr. David Freeman. Valued at a portion of the income on the investment, it will be given annually to an English Major in his/her second year of study pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in English at Grenfell Campus, who meets scholarship standing as defined by the University and shares Dr. Freeman’s passion for literature. It will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee of Grenfell Campus in consultation with the Chair, English.
The Joanne Swan Greenlee Prize in Historical Studies
This prize, valued at $500.00 will be awarded in memory of Joanne (Swan) Greenlee, who, for two decades, delighted in the hearty appetites and lively conversation of Grenfell Campus students who gathered to discuss history at her home. It will normally be awarded to a full-time senior student, at Grenfell Campus, majoring in Historical Studies who displays outstanding cumulative merit in four History courses during the academic year. This prize will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Chair of Historical Studies.
The Grenfell Campus Book Prize in English
This book prize was established by a generous donation from the faculty of the English Program, Grenfell Campus. It will be awarded annually at the Student Achievement Awards to a student majoring in English who has made an outstanding contribution to their discipline at the Grenfell Campus. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon the recommendation of the Chair of English, Grenfell Campus.
Historical Studies Merit Award
This book prize is awarded to a student who has made an outstanding contribution to the life of the Historical Studies Program at Grenfell Campus. The faculty of that program will fund the prize. It is awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Historical Studies Faculty.
The F.L. Jackson Award in Philosophy
F.L. Jackson taught Philosophy at Memorial University of Newfoundland for twenty-nine years, for nine years serving as Head of the Department. Professor Jackson conceived the Department of Philosophy as a window on the grand tradition of philosophy, especially for Newfoundlanders, and it is this spirit which animates philosophy at Grenfell Campus. The F.L. Jackson Award will be given to students whose written work is distinguished by its appreciation of the history of philosophy. Generally there will be one award granted per academic year. It will be valued at a minimum of $100 and will be awarded to a student in any year of study. The award will be made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee at Grenfell Campus and in consultation with the Philosophy faculty.
The Palliser Prize in History
This prize is in honour of Captain Hugh Palliser, RN, Governor and Commander-in-Chief at Newfoundland from 1764 until 1768; in 1964 he became the first governor to visit western Newfoundland. Valued at $250 annually the Prize will be granted to a student entering their third year who has earned the highest cumulative average in at least five History courses within their first and second years of study. The recipient can be working towards a major or minor in the Historical Studies program in the School of Arts and Social Science at Grenfell Campus. Only students who have not previously been awarded the Palliser Prize in History will be eligible to receive the Prize. Within the same awarding year, recipients of the Joanne Swan Greenlee Prize in Historical Studies will not be eligible. The prize will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Scholarship Commitee at Grenfell campus and the members of the Historical Studies program.
The Pausanias Award in Classics for Study Abroad
Named for the second century traveller and geographer, this award is available to students at Grenfell Campus who enroll in field study courses in the culture, history and/or civilization of ancient Greece or Rome. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon the recommendation of the Scholarship Committee at Grenfell Campus in consultation with the Dean, School of Arts and Social Science at the Campus.
Chartered Professional Accountants' Education Foundation Newfoundland and Labrador Inc. Scholarship in Business Administration (Grenfell Campus)
This scholarship was established by CPA's Education Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador Inc. Valued at $2,500 annually, the scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate student in any year of study in the business administration program at Grenfell Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland. The recipient must have completed a minimum of two CPA-equivalent elective courses and meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland.It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Grenfell Campus Scholarship Committee.
Alan and Patricia Wright Psychology Conference Travel Bursary
This award was established by Dr. Sandra Wright in memory of her parents, Alan and Patricia Wright, both former educators who believed strongly in the importance of education. Applications will be available through Psychology Faculty members in January of each year. It will be given annually to a fourth year Psychology major engaged in full-time studies at Grenfell Campus. The purpose of the award is to offset the cost of travel to a Psychology conference (for example APICS, CPA or CSBBS). Funds must be used for travel to and from a conference in the year it is awarded. Valued at $700, one award is available each academic year. Applications will be read and the recipient chosen by Psychology faculty at Grenfell Campus based on academic performance in Psychology courses and the merit of the proposal. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Program Chair, Psychology and the Scholarships Committee at Grenfell Campus.
The Tom Daniels Application Assistance Prize
Deadline: Oct. 8
This prize is awarded to a fourth year psychology major at Grenfell Campus and is valued at $500. Its purpose is to offset the costs of applying to professional programs and graduate schools.
2015 Recipient - McLennon Wilson
Application Form for The Tom Daniels Application Assistance Prize
Marguerite d’Angoulême Arts Bursary
This bursary was established by Dr. Edwin Bezzina in honour of Marguerite d’Angoulême, duchesse d’Alençon (1492-1549), sister to François I, the King of France. She was an important author and a patron of the arts during the French Renaissance and as a supporter and defender of French humanists and church reformers in the early phase of the French Reformation. She also played a political role at one point, saving her brother’s life while he was held in captivity in Spain. Her written work challenged some of the misogynistic attitudes of her time. Valued at $1,000 annually, the bursary will be awarded to a student entering their second year of study in the School of Arts and Social Science at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Grenfell Campus who has declared a major in English, Historical Studies, or Humanities. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary as defined by the University. If, in any given year, there are no eligible candidates, the bursary may be awarded to a student in any undergraduate program in the School of Arts and Social Science who meets the remaining criteria. The bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Arts and Social Science.
Pike-Thackray Scholarship in English
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from Dr. Holly Pike and Dr. Marc Thackray in honour of their parents: David Pike, Phyllis Pike, Elizabeth Thackray, and Harry Thackray. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to an undergraduate student at the Grenfell Campus of Memorial University who is completing an English major and entering the last year of his or her program. Preference will be given to the student with the highest average in English courses required for the completion of the Major. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Chair of the English Program at Grenfell Campus.
Daniel J. Stewart Prize in Psychology
Deadline: Oct. 18
This prize was established by the family and friends of Dr. Daniel J. Stewart. Dr. Stewart was a member of Grenfell’s psychology program (department) from 1975 to 2016 and was an architect of the program that exists today. His determination to broadly educate and challenge those learning from him was inspirational to many. Dr. Stewart had a thirst for knowledge and it is the donors hope that this prize will help a deserving undergraduate student to follow their own quest to understand. Valued at $500, the prize will be awarded annually to an undergraduate student beyond their second year of study in the Psychology program, Grenfell campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a prize as defined by the University and write an essay on a topic to be determined each year by the Psychology program at Grenfell campus. Students can contact the Psychology program for an application which will include the topic of the essay. The prize will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards on the recommendation of the Chair, Psychology program, Grenfell Campus.
Gerald Dawe Scholarship in Business Administration
Deadline: October 15
This scholarship was established in honour of Gerald Dawe by his four daughters. Mr. Dawe was born in Corner Brook, Newfoundland in 1938 and is the retired President of Stan Dawe Ltd. For over 50 years, Mr. Dawe built and managed a successful building supplies business in western and central Newfoundland. He believes a successful business requires hard work, integrity, and respect for people, including employees, customers and the broader community. Valued at $500, this scholarship will be awarded to a student with the highest average in BUSN required courses and in year three of the Bachelor of Business Administration program at Memorial University’s Grenfell Campus. Preference will be given to a student who can demonstrate leadership, personal integrity, and strong work ethic. Preference will also be given to a student who has graduated from a high school in Newfoundland and Labrador. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship. The Scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences, Grenfell Campus, Memorial University. An application is required.
Wareham Family Entrepreneurship Award
Deadline: October 15
This award was established by a generous donation from the Wareham Family to recognize students from Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Grenfell Campus, who have a recognized interest in entrepreneurship. Valued at $5,000, this award will be granted annually to an undergraduate or graduate student who has completed a minimum of half of their degree program requirements in any degree program at the Grenfell Campus of Memorial University. The student will have demonstrated an entrepreneurial mindset and the leadership qualities associated with entrepreneurial success. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University. For an undergraduate student, the award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards. For a graduate student, the award will be granted by the Associate Vice-President, Research and Graduate Studies, Grenfell Campus. In both cases the award will be granted on the recommendation of the Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences, Grenfell Campus. An application is required.