Awards
The Women's and Gender Studies Department annually offers a combination of competitive and automatic awards. They are merit-based and are specific to our program. We can only consider students who have declared their major for awards. The University of Â鶹´«Ã½ has academic advisors who can help you determine your major and plan your degree.
Some awards require an essay submission, references or descriptions of your extra-curricular activities. Please read the award description for more information.
- You can apply for these awards by completing a General Application.
- and any specific award applications in the “Recommended Opportunities” available to you through our .
The Awards and Financial Aid Office also has numerous awards available for current UW students. Apply online every term.
For more information, please attend one of the Money Talks presentations put on by the Awards and Financial Aid Office:
Tuesdays, September/October 2024 | 11:00-11:30am via Zoom
- Sept 10: Manitoba Student Aid: A Tool for Success!
- Sept 17: How to Apply for Department Awards
- Sept 24: How to Apply for In-Course Awards & Academic Proficiency Scholarships
- Oct 1: Impacts of Adding or Dropping a Course When Taking Student Aid
- Oct 8: Work Study Program: benefits, Eligibility Criteria & Timeline
- Oct 22: Advantages of Getting Student Aid: More Study Time, Higher Grades, Better Work-Life Balance
- Oct 29: Didn't Get an Award in Fall? Time to Apply for Winter Term!
Registration required: sign up today.
Women's and Gender Studies Department Awards
University of Â鶹´«Ã½ Women's Auxiliary Scholarship in Women's Studies - amount variable
Provided by the Women's Auxiliary, this scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student who is majoring in Women's and Gender Studies.
Women’s and Gender Studies Scholarship - $750 (subject to change)
This scholarship will be awarded annually to a student who has completed at least 30 credit hours and is majoring in Women’s and Gender Studies. Preference will be given to a student who has made a contribution to the community.
Dr. Royden and Dr. Angela Davis Memorial Scholarship - amount variable
This scholarship will be awarded to a student in Women's and Gender Studies who is intending to pursue a graduate or professional degree. Preference may be given to someone pursing Cultural Studies. This award has been established in honour and memory of Dr. Royden Davis and his wife Dr. Angela Davis, by their children Sara, Christopher, Jonathan, Rowan, and Michael Davis and their families. Dr. Royden Davis was a highly respected dermatologist; Dr. Angela Davis was a graduate and instructor at The University of Â鶹´«Ã½, and had a long-standing and passionate interest in history, art and further education. Royden and Angela shared a belief in the pursuit of knowledge and the value of a university education.