Health Sciences awards

Health Sciences student awards

The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) offers annual undergraduate awards to recognize outstanding students in FHS’ Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree programs. The number of FHS awards granted will vary depending on the applicant pool and the award category.

Successful recipients will be contacted through email by Financial Aid and Awards.

FHS students may submit applications by 11:59 pm January 26, 2025 for the following two awards:

Patrick D. Morawski Memorial Award for Ethical Engagement

One award valued at $2,000, will be granted this year to an undergraduate student who meets the following criteria:

• is enrolled full-time with a major in any program within the Faculty of Health Sciences at SFU; 
• is in good academic standing;
• has demonstrated leadership to advancing an understanding of public health ethics and advocating for vulnerable populations, and those with a career interest within the health profession.

Note: Preference will be given to students entering their final year of study. 

Applications MUST include:

• a one page statement from the applicant outlining their year of study, their leadership in activities dedicated to advancing an understanding of public health ethics, advocating for social justice and vulnerable populations, and their interest in a career within the health profession
• a current resume or CV from the applicant
• a letter of reference from a person in a leadership role who can verify the applicant's leadership and achievements in advancing an understanding of public health ethics and their likelihood to pursue a successful career within the health profession.
• an unofficial transcript

Lina's Dream Award in Health Sciences

• One award valued at $10,000
• Expressed interest in pursuing a career in medicine, health care, public health or health and wellness
• Demonstrated volunteer service in helping others
• Applicant must be enrolled in their first year of a Faculty of Health Sciences program

Applications MUST include:

• a one page statement from the applicant outlining their interest to pursue a career in medicine, health care, public health or health & wellness and what inspires them to help others
• a CV outlining applicant's volunteer service
• a letter of reference from an individual in a leadership role, who can verify the applicant’s volunteerism in support of helping others
• an unofficial transcript
  

Submitting Applications

Please submit application materials to undergrad_assistant@sfu.ca no later than 11:59 PM on Sunday, January 26. 

Applications will be reviewed by the office of the FHS Undergraduate Programs and nominations will then be submitted to the Senate Undergraduate Awards Adjudication Committee (SUAAC) for final selection and granting of the awards. Successful recipients will be contacted by SFU's Financial Aid and Awards office through email.