Internal + Donor Funded Awards

Terms of Reference

1. The School of Computing Science Graduate Fellowship (CSGF) is a one-term award valued at a minimum $500 and up to $9,000 for PhD students and selected MSc thesis students. CSGF may be awarded up to two times in an academic year.
2. To be eligible to hold a CSGF, a student must be registered as a full-time, regular (not "on-leave" or parttime") student and must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average. The CSGF is awarded on criteria of academic merit, including grades and research ability. Demonstrated research ability may outweigh the grade point average criterion.
3. Recipients of a CSGF may accept scholarship support from other sources, but the total value of the support (external and internal scholarship, research assistantship, and teaching assistantship) may not exceed $60,000 per year.
4. Students who began a PhD program prior to Fall 2021 will be eligible to receive CSGF support during the first fifteen (15) semesters of a PhD program, and students beginning after Fall 2021 will be eligible to receive CSGF support during the first twelve (12) semesters of a PhD program. Direct PhD Entry students are eligible to receive CSGF support during the first fifteen (15) semesters. For a student transferred from a Master's program to a PhD program, the semester of transfer will be regarded as the first semester in his/her PhD program in the above calculation. On-leave and part-time semesters do not count in the calculation of total semesters. For MSc Along the Way students, the initial PhD start term before the transfer counts in the calculation of total semesters.
5. The CSGF is awarded to PhD students who meet Milestones Requirement.
6. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee on the recommendation of the School of Computing Science Graduate Committee.

Revised: July 2022 / GESR194

Terms of Reference

1. The School of Computing Science Graduate Fellowship (CSGF) – Professional Master’s Program (PMP) is an award valued at a minimum $500 and up to $20,000 for PMP students.
2. To be eligible to hold a CSGF, a student must be registered as a full-time, regular (not "on-leave" or part-time") student and must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average. The CSGF is awarded on criteria of academic merit, for example the grade point average.
3. Recipients of a CSGF may accept scholarship support from other sources, but the total value of the support (external and internal scholarship, research assistantship, and teaching assistantship) may not exceed $60,000 per year.
4. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee on the recommendation of the School of Computing Science PMP Committee.

Revised: August 2022

Terms of Reference

• The Faculty of Applied Sciences Dean's Fund Graduate Fellowship (FAS-GF) is a merit-based award valued at $7,000 (effective Fall 2021).
• This fellowship is available strictly on a matching funds basis: half of the fellowship will come from the Dean's Fund and the other half, in the form of a research assistantship, from the thesis supervisor.
• To be eligible to hold a Faculty of Applied Sciences Dean's Fund Graduate Fellowship, a student must be registered as a full-time, regular (not "on leave" or "part-time") student, and should normally have a firstclass (>3.5) grade point average. However, good standing in research ability may outweigh the grade point average criterion. A student may not be recommended for a FAS-GF while carrying a deferred grade.
• Each school will advise applicants of the criteria of academic merit, based on grades, research ability and progress.
• Recipients of the Faculty of Applied Sciences Dean's Fund Graduate Fellowship may accept scholarship support from other sources, but the total value of the support (external scholarships, internal scholarships and research assistantships) should not exceed $60,000 per year (effective Fall 2021).
• There is no restriction on FAS-GF recipients receiving income for other work during the tenure of the FAS-GF, except as noted in Point 5. Recipients should be aware that some external awards may restrict students from holding a FAS-GF at the same time as the external award.
• Students will normally be eligible to receive FAS-GF support during the first nine (9) semesters of a Master's program and during the first fifteen (15) semesters of a Ph.D. program. (Where a student transfers from a Master's program directly into a Ph.D. program, the first term registered in the Ph.D. program will be used to determine eligibility.)
• Applicants may apply for and be recommended for one semester of support in each academic year (commencing in the Fall academic term).
• Awards are made by the Senate Awards Adjudication Committee on the recommendation of each School’s Graduate Program Committee.
• Application is made on the Graduate Award Application System.

Revised: February 2022

Terms of Reference:

1. Tenure for the Graduate Dean Entrance Scholarship (GDES) is a maximum of two years at the master’s level and a maximum four years at the doctoral level from initial enrolment in the program.
2. To be eligible, a student must be entering a master's or doctoral program at Simon Fraser University.
3. Students must be nominated for the award by the Graduate Program Chair of the academic unit to which the student will be admitted.
4. The criteria for this award are:
   1. a minimum CGPA of 3.50;
   2. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level;
   3. evidence of outstanding achievement at the graduate level, with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
5. During tenure of the Graduate Dean Entrance Scholarship, the recipient must be registered full-time in their graduate program at Simon Fraser University. In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, the successful candidate must be taking at least six credits to be eligible to hold the award.
6. The Graduate Dean’s Entrance Scholarship is normally held during consecutive academic terms. If a recipient registers “on leave” during tenure of their award, it will be interrupted until the student is registered full-time and payments will be reinstated at that time. No deferment of award payments to future academic terms will be permitted, except under 'extenuating' conditions with the permission of the Chair of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee (SGAAC).
7. Graduate Dean Entrance Scholarship recipients may accept scholarship support from other SFU sources including SFU’s ‘donor funded/private’ awards. Recipients should be aware that some external awards may have restrictions on funding.
8. Awards are granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the SGAAC, upon the nomination of the Graduate Program Chair.

GDES Guidelines

Student receiving the GDES award should read the full GDES Guidelines

Revised: June 2021 / GUSE007

Terms of Reference

1. To be eligible to hold a Graduate Fellowship (GF), a student must be registered as a full-time, regular (not "on-leave") student in a Master’s or Doctoral program.  In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, students must be taking at least six credit hours to be eligible to receive a Graduate Fellowship.
2. Eligible students must have a minimum first-class (3.50) cumulative grade point average. In exceptional cases, other evidence of outstanding ability may outweigh this criterion. Since academic merit is the primary criterion for ranking eligible applicants, departments must notify all applicants in advance if additional criteria will be used.
3. Students will be eligible to hold a GF only during the first 9 semesters of a Master's program and during the first 15 semesters of a Ph.D. program.
4. Students who did not complete a Master's program before transferring into a PhD are eligible to hold the GF within the first 15 semesters of their PhD, from the PhD start date
5. GFs will be awarded in increments of .5, 1.0, 1.5 and 2.0. A partial GF (.5) is valued at $3,500; a full GF (1.0) is valued at $7,000. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a maximum of two full GFs, or four partial GFs, during the academic year (September 1 – August 31).
6. GF recipients are eligible to hold other scholarships funded from SFU sources.
7. Graduate Fellowship recipients may accept other scholarship support from external funding sources including SFU’s ‘private’ awards (derived from annual and endowed funds). Recipients should be aware that some external awards may restrict students from holding a GF at the same time as the external award. Effective Fall 2021, if the total of the GF and other external support exceeds $60,000 per annum, the value of the GF will be reduced so that the total equals $60,000.
8. There is no restriction on GF recipients receiving income for work performed during tenure of the GF.
9. Application is made through the Graduate Award Application System.
10. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee on the recommendations of the Departmental Graduate Program Committee.

Revised: November 2020

Terms of Reference

1. Intent: this award supports the travel and/or research component of the student’s graduate degree.
2. Value and duration: students must be registered full time, regular (not ‘on leave’) to receive payment: 
   1. valued between $200 - $7,000 depending on the expenses being submitted, academic unit approval and budgetary restrictions 
   2. held in 1 term
3. Eligibility criteria: the candidate must: 
   1. students can only hold this award within the first 9 terms (master’s) or 15 terms (PhD). Students who transfer from a master’s to a PhD program without completing the master’s program are eligible to hold this award within the first 15 terms from the PhD start date.
   2. have a minimum CGPA of 3.00
   3. be a full-time graduate student in a master’s or PhD program; students cannot hold this award while on a co-op or practicum term
4. Evaluation criteria: academic units may add additional eligibility and evaluation criteria for their program, provided all additional criteria are approved by Graduate Studies and communicated/published to students. Generally, awards are granted based on: 
   1. the extent to which the student has made excellent progress
   2. demonstrated academic excellence
   3. research and/or scholarly output and leadership
5. Restrictions specific to this award: students cannot hold the Indigenous Travel award and this award to cover the same expense.
6. Funding limits and policies: award recipients may hold funding from other sources but should be aware that those other sources may have restrictions on funding. 
   1. This scholarship is included in SFU’s annual maximum support permitted from university administered awards and scholarships.
   2. All awards are subject to SFU’s general graduate funding policies, outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.
7. Application and adjudication: students can apply or be nominated for this award, depending on unit processes. The application must include a reference by the student’s supervisor and an outline of expenses. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee (SGAAC) on the recommendation of the Academic Unit’s Graduate Program Chair or Awards Committee.

Revised May 2024/ For awards paid Fall 2024 onward

Terms of Reference

1. Tenure for the Indigenous Graduate Entrance Scholarship (IGES) is two years at the master’s level and four years at the doctoral level. There is one award available at the master’s level and one at the doctoral level.
2. To be eligible, the Indigenous student must be entering a research based master’s or PhD program at Simon Fraser University.
3. Students must be nominated for the award by the Graduate Program Chair of the academic unit to which the student will be admitted.
4. The criteria for this award are:
   1. Canadian citizenship and Indigenous ancestry
   2. a minimum entrance CGPA of 3.5;
   3. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level;
   4. evidence of outstanding achievement with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
5. During tenure of the Indigenous Graduate Entrance Scholarship, the recipient must be registered full-time in a research based graduate program at Simon Fraser University.
6. The Indigenous Graduate Entrance Scholarship is normally held during consecutive academic terms. If a recipient registers “on leave” during tenure of their award, the award will be interrupted until the student is registered full-time and payments will be reinstated at that time. No deferment of award payments to future academic terms will be permitted, except under ‘extenuating’ conditions with the permission of the Chair of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee (SGAAC).
7. Indigenous Graduate Entrance Scholarship recipients may accept scholarship support from other sources including SFU’s ‘donor funded/private’ awards. Recipients should be aware that some external awards may have restrictions on funding.
8. There is no restriction on Indigenous Graduate Entrance Scholarship recipients receiving income for work performed during tenure of the scholarship.
9. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee after a University-wide competition in which departmental nominations are considered.

Revised: June 2021 / GUSE006

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of the Indigenous Graduate Travel Award is to provide financial support for Indigenous graduate students for the travel and/or research component of their research. Students can only apply for the Indigenous travel award once per academic year. Indigenous graduate students may apply for this fund before their travel to pay for costs in advance.
2. To be eligible for this award, the following criteria must be met:
   
   1. This award is for Indigenous graduate students attending Simon Fraser University.
   2. Indigenous or “Aboriginal” is defined by Canada’s 1982 Constitution as people identified as First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples of Canada.
3. Disbursements of up to $1000 each may be applied for in each academic year (starting September 1 of each year).
4. The funds will be given out on a first come / first applied for basis. The fund will be considered used for the year when the $5,000 limit for the year has been reached. Once the total fund has been distributed for the year, a message will be sent out through the Indigenous graduate student listserv.
5. Repeat applications will be allowed from year-to-year. Preference, however, will be given to students who have not yet received money from this fund (this is at the discretion of Graduate Studies).
6. Application includes:
   1. A completed budget which accounts for the requested amount;
   2. A letter of support from the applicant’s academic supervisor or a faculty member familiar with your work (to verify the student’s academic status, intent, and need).

Travel Report

Upon completion of travel, successful applicants will need to submit the following within two weeks to the Graduate Awards Assistant: gpsaward@sfu.ca

A concise Travel and Activity Report, written in language suitable for the general public. Contents and/or quotes from the report may be published in Graduate Studies promotional material. If you do not wish for your travel report to be published, please indicate so.

The following could be included in your report:

• The activities that were carried out, in respect to how the travel contributed to your research and/or scholarly activities
• Any unanticipated benefits derived from the travel, including those in relation to your current research objectives an/or to your general experience as a graduate student
• Any special issues or problems you encountered

Terms of Reference

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To be eligible to hold a President’s PhD Scholarship (PS), the applicant must have completed fewer than 12 terms of enrolment in the program and be registered as a full-time, regular (not “on-leave” or “part-time”) student in satisfactory/good standing in a PhD program at Simon Fraser University. Students who did not complete a Master's program before transferring into a PhD are eligible to hold the award within the first 12 terms of their PhD, from the PhD start date.

At the time of nomination, eligible students must have completed all program and university requirements for the degree (eg. courses, comprehensive or qualifying examinations), except the thesis and, in the case of students in the Clinical Psychology Program, the internship. Students may not receive more than one President’s PhD Scholarship during their PhD program.

Evaluation criteria includes:

• the extent to which the student has made excellent progress
• demonstrated academic excellence
• scholarly output and leadership

Eligibility while holding other awards/sources of income:

• Students holding a national award from CIHR, NSERC or SSHRC or their equivalent (ie. SFU Entrance Scholarship or a major international award) are ineligible to hold the President’s PhD Scholarship at the same time.
• Given the intent of the award, recipients are expected, but not required, to limit the number of hours worked weekly.

A PhD student must be nominated for the President’s PhD Scholarship and the nomination must include a reference by the student’s supervisor addressing the student’s progress, academic excellence, scholarly output and leadership.   

Awards are made on the recommendations of the academic unit’s Graduate Program Committee to the Dean of Graduate Studies.

Terms of Reference

1. The Provost International Fellowship (PIF) will be awarded to outstanding international students who are initiating their graduate program at SFU and have received a scholarship from their home country to study abroad. These awards must provide a stipend* for living expenses for students studying abroad for all three terms including costs of Health and Medical Insurance and student fees, other than tuition.
2. To be eligible to receive this award, a student’s initial enrolment must meet the SFU graduate program entrance requirements for international students including:
   1. English language requirements;
   2. be registered as a fulltime, regular (not "on leave") student, and
   3. normally must have a first class (SFU equivalent of 3.67) grade point average.
3. The Provost International Fellowship has a value equivalent to the student’s tuition based on the research program full-time fee and will be disbursed on a per term basis. Normally, these awards are not available to students in premium fee programs.
4. This award is available throughout the duration of the student’s studies for up to a maximum of 2 (masters) or 4 (doctoral) years, provided PIF recipients continue to hold their country of origin’s scholarship to study abroad, that they remain registered as a full-time, regular (not "on leave") student, and maintain a first class (3.67) grade point average. In programs where fees are assessed on a per credit basis, students must be taking at least six credits to be eligible to hold a PIF. These fellowships will be reviewed on an annual basis to ensure that all requirements are being met.
5. There is no restriction on PIF recipients receiving income from Teaching Assistantships or Research Assistantships performed during tenure of the PIF but the maximum amount of financial support cannot exceed $60,000 (effective Fall 2021).
6. Academic units are encouraged to match the value of the PIF award through Teaching Assistantships or Research Assistantships on an annual basis provided the student is suitably qualified to act as a teaching assistant or tutor marker.
7. Eligible candidates must contact the Graduate Studies office directly and provide proof, including dates and value, of the major scholarship they hold.
8. Awards are made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, contingent upon the availability of funds.

Revised: February 2018 (due to changes in award eligibility, no retroactive PIFs will be awarded prior to May 1, 2018).

Terms of Reference

1. The Special Graduate Entrance Scholarship (SGES) is a one or two-term award.
2. It is intended as a means of recruiting to this University, outstanding applicants for admission who are considering other institutions.
3. The student must be nominated for the SGES by the Graduate Program Chair of the academic unit to which the student will be admitted based upon evidence that the student is outstanding as indicated by postsecondary transcripts, letters of reference, previous awards, and scholarly activity.
4. To be eligible to hold the SGES, the candidate must be registered as a full-time graduate student in a Master’s or Doctoral program at Simon Fraser University. In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, the successful candidate must be taking at least six credits to be eligible to hold the award. If a recipient wishes to register “on-leave” during tenure of this award, a deferment of the scholarship must be requested in writing to Graduate Studies. Permission will be granted in exceptional circumstances only.
5. SGES recipients are eligible to hold other scholarships funded from SFU subject to our graduate general funding policies.
6. SGES recipients may accept scholarship support from external sources including SFU’s ‘private’ awards (derived from annual and endowed funds). Recipients should be aware that some external awards may restrict students from holding a scholarship at the same time as the external award.
7. All awards are subject to SFU’s general graduate funding policies.

Revised: April 2018

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this fund is to provide support for graduate students with unforeseen or unmet expenses.
2. One or more awards, valued at $10,000 or more, will be granted annually in any term to a graduate student who meets the following criteria:
   1. is registered full-time in a graduate program at SFU;
   2. is a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident; and
   3. has demonstrated financial need.
3. Eligible student expenses may include but are not limited to:
   1. funding for personal expenses such as food and rent;
   2. travel expenses for family emergencies;
   3. travel expenses for education purposes such as conferences; and
   4. registration fees for conferences and workshops.
4. Applications for the award will be made via the graduate awards systems managed by the Office of Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
   1. copy of most recent transcript; and
   2. a statement of financial need.
5. The award will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Nov 2023 / GPSR129

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this endowed award is to recognize both outstanding academic performance and a high level of public service by a student entering a graduate program at Simon Fraser University.
2. To be nominated, a student must be applying to enter a Master's or PhD program at Simon Fraser University.
3. The selection criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. demonstrated excellence in public service (e.g., volunteer leadership, public office) prior to admission to the graduate program
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level
   4. nomination by the department of intended enrolment
4. To receive the award payment, the student must be registered in the intended graduate program at SFU.
5. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
6. The award application must include:
   1. Copies of all postsecondary transcripts
   2. One letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the nominee's academic work and public service record
7. The award will be made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: April 2015 / GESR087

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students in any faculty at Simon Fraser University whose graduate research or community outreach project centers on building bridges and sustainable relationships between the Muslim community and other communities who wage the fight for equity, diversity and inclusion.
2. One or more awards will be granted annually in any term to students who fulfill the following criteria:
   1. are registered full-time in a graduate program in any faculty;
   2. have demonstrated academic excellence in the most recent degree program completed
   3. or in their current degree program; and
   4. are conducting activist research or community outreach projects centered on building bridges and sustainable relationships between the Muslim community and other communities who wage the fight for equity, diversity and inclusion.
3. This scholarship may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. Applications will be adjudicated via the graduate awards system managed by Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
   1. copies of post-secondary transcripts;
   2. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant’s work; and
   3. a one-page statement that addresses their research or community outreach pursuits.
5. The award will be granted each year to graduate students in any faculty by the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate Studies upon the nomination from the Director, Centre for Comparative Muslim Studies.

Revised: April 2021 / GESR206

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to recognize outstanding academic performance by a graduate student whose thesis research is related to the study of land-based transportation systems and their relationship to, and improvement of, the environment.
2. The BCAA Environmental Studies in Transportation Award is a one-term award equal to the net income from the endowment fund.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate level
   2. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on research related to the study of land-based transportation systems and their relationship to, and improvement of, the environment.
4. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work
   3. a concise outline of the proposed program of studies
5. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: February 2012 / GESR052

Terms of Reference

1. The Bert Henry Memorial Graduate Entrance Scholarship is paid over three terms. One scholarship is normally awarded every two years subject to available funding.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   
   1. high academic performance
   2. potential for significant contribution to the recipient's field of study
   3. a Master's degree, or be in the process of completing a Master's degree and planning to enter a Doctoral program at Simon Fraser University. New students who began their graduate program in the Spring term (January 1) are also eligible to apply
   4. full-time registration in a Doctoral program at SFU once the student is receiving the award payments. In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, the recipient must be taking at least 6 credits in order to hold the award
3. Students must be nominated for this award by the Graduate Program Chair of the academic unit to which the student will be admitted. The nomination must be accompanied by:
   
   1. a current, unofficial SFU transcript and/or a copy of the official transcript of the most recent Masters degree program
   2. two letters of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work and research potential
   3. a current curriculum vitae
4. The scholarship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: September 2021 / GPSR021

Peter Cheung, a SFU alumnus, established this scholarship in Computing Science in memory of Brian Blaha.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support to a student pursuing a Master’s or PhD in the School of Computing Science.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   1. full-time registration at Simon Fraser University in a Masters or PhD program in Computing Science
   2. demonstrated academic and research excellence at the graduate level with emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
3. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. a current, unofficial SFU transcript
   2. a concise description (one page or less) of the proposed or actual thesis research project
   3. a curriculum vitae summarizing scholastic achievements and work relevant to the aims of this scholarship (planning-related activities, organizations or involvement)
   4. two letters of reference: one letter of reference from the student’s supervisor and the second letter of reference from someone other than the supervisor who is familiar with the applicant’s research and planning activities
5. The completed application and all supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the recommendation of the Director of Graduate Programs in the School of Computing Science.

Revised: April 2015 / GESR194

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this scholarship is to help attract the best and brightest graduate students to SFU by providing financial support to graduate students entering a masters or PhD program at SFU.
2. One scholarship valued at a minimum of $50,000, split over the first 2 years of the program, will be granted to a student who fulfils the following criteria:
   1. is accepted to and will be registered full-time in a masters or PhD program at SFU;
   2. has achieved excellent academic standing at the graduate level and, if applicable at the undergraduate level; and
   3. has demonstrated promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
3. This scholarship may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. A student may be granted the scholarship only once during their SFU academic career.
5. Students must be nominated for the scholarship by the Graduate Program Chair of their academic unit. Nominations should be made through the online Grad Awards, Application and Adjudication System (GA3) and must be accompanies by:
   1. a nomination letter; and
   2. copies of all post-secondary transcripts.
6. The scholarship will be granted by the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

November 2023/GPSR109

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to recognize and provide funding to a graduate student who has demonstrated positive contributions to the Women in Computing Science (WICS) student group including leadership, volunteerism, and/or ambassadorship to the external community.
2. The award will be offered to a graduate student who fulfills the following eligibility criteria:
   1. registered full-time in a Computing Science MSc Thesis or PhD Graduate Program
   2. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate and graduate level
   3. demonstrated commitment through community or volunteer service to the goals of WICS at SFU
3. Preference will be given to a female student who is or was in a leadership role as a member of the WICS Executive for more than a one-year period.
4. The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. a current, unofficial SFU transcript and/or copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a letter from the WICS faculty supervisor verifying the applicant's involvement with WICS
5. The completed application and all supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination of the Director, Computing Science.

Revised: April 2017 / GPSR067

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student in a graduate program in School of Computing Science. When possible, preference will be to award graduate students working in the fields of database or data mining.
2. The eligibility criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in the School of Computing Science
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level, with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
   4. where possible, preference will be given to a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant
3. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant’s work
   3. a concise outline of the proposed thesis
5. The completed application and all supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: February 2012 / GESR137

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of the Dr. Hari Sharma Foundation Annual Graduate Scholarship is to recognize and reward an outstanding student pursuing a graduate degree, whose field of study is of benefit to the South Asian community and pertains to South Asian history, culture, politics, or diaspora.
2. One scholarship will be awarded each year.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program
   3. demonstrated research focus on a topic of benefit to the South Asian community and related to the areas of South Asian history, culture, politics or diaspora
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. Application is made on the Graduate Awards Application System and must be accompanied by:
   1. a concise description (one page or less) of the proposed or actual thesis research project
   2. a curriculum vitae summarizing scholastic achievements and work relevant to the aims of this scholarship
   3. two letters of reference: one letter of reference from the student's supervisor confirming the student's research focus on South Asian history, culture, politics, or diaspora, and a second letter of reference from someone other than the supervisor who is familiar with the applicant's research abilities
   4. a current unofficial SFU transcript and a copy of the transcript of the most recent degree program completed
6. The completed application and all supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
7. The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: April 2017 / GPSR057

The Backwater Industries/Eduard Jost Sr. & Jr. Graduate Scholarship was established in 1989 with a gift of $10,000 to the University’s capital campaign, and in support of the Ebco/Eppich Chair in Expert Systems.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in research relevant to the area of Intelligent Systems.
2. The Backwater Industries/Eduard Jost Sr. & Jr. Graduate Scholarship is a one-term award valued at $700 and tenable in the Spring term. One scholarship will be awarded each year subject to the availability of funds in the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Intelligent Systems
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a brief outline of the proposed research
6. The completed nomination and all supporting documents must be received by the Department of enrolment.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: September 2017 / GESR022

The Borden Ladner Gervais Graduate Scholarship was established in 1989 with a gift of $20,000 to the University's capital campaign, and in support of the Ebco/Eppich Chair in Expert Systems. Up to 2001, it was called The Ladner Downs Graduate Scholarship in Expert Systems.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in research relevant to the area of Intelligent Systems.
2. The Borden Ladner Gervais Graduate Scholarship is a one-term award of $1,000, tenable in the Spring term. Two scholarships will be awarded each year subject to the availability of funds in the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Intelligent Systems
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
   4. preference to applicants who have interest in studying deductive databases, particularly as might find application in the law and administration of justice. Where no such candidate is identified, disbursement of the award will be at the discretion of the Dean of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Research, Faculty of Applied Sciences
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a brief outline of the proposed research
6. The completed nomination and all supporting documents must be received by the Department of enrolment.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: September 2017 / GESR026

The Century 21 Charlwood Family Graduate Scholarship was established in 1989 with a gift of $10,000 to the University’s capital campaign, and in support of the Ebco/Eppich Chair in Expert Systems.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in research relevant to the area of Intelligent Systems.
2. The Century 21 Charlwood Family Graduate Scholarship is a one-term award valued at $700 and tenable in the Spring term. One scholarship will be awarded each year subject to the availability of funds in the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Intelligent Systems
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a brief outline of the proposed research
6. The completed nomination and all supporting documents must be received by the Department of enrolment.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: September 2017 / GESR028

The Clark Wilson LLP Graduate Scholarship was established in 1989 with a gift of $20,000 to the University’s capital campaign, and in support of the Ebco/Eppich Chair in Expert Systems.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in research relevant to the area of Intelligent Systems.
2. The Clark Wilson LLP Graduate Scholarship is a one-term award valued at $1,400 and tenable in the Spring term. One scholarship will be awarded each year subject to the availability of funds in the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level;
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Intelligent Systems;
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a brief outline of the proposed research
6. The completed nomination and all supporting documents must be received by the Department of enrolment.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: Sept 2017 / GESR029

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for outstanding students, preferably to those who have a permanent disability, who are pursuing a graduate degree in the Faculty of Applied Sciences. 
2. One scholarship will be awarded each year subject to the availability of funds in the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Applied Sciences
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
   4. preference will be given to physically disabled students, and/or to students in the Management and Systems Science Program.
4. The student must be nominated for this award by the Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences.
5. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a brief personal statement addressing the aims of the scholarship
   3. a brief outline of the proposed research
6. The completed nomination and all supporting documents must be received by the department of enrollment.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: Sept 2017 / GESR033

The Helmut and Hugo Eppich Family Endowment Fund was established in 2013 through an amalgamation of existing endowment funds, all of which were first established in 1989 by generous donations from various individuals and organizations in support of the Ebco/Eppich Chair in Expert Systems. The amalgamated endowment fund now supports the Helmut and Hugo Eppich Family Graduate Scholarships.

Terms of Reference 

1. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in research relevant to the area of Intelligent Systems.
2. The Helmut and Hugo Eppich Family Graduate Scholarship, valued at a minimum of $1,000 will be awarded annually from the income earned from the endowment fund. Multiple scholarships may be granted and/or the value of the scholarship may be increased in increments of $500. This is normally awarded in the spring term.
3. The criteria for this scholarship are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Intelligent Systems
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
4. The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. a current, unofficial SFU transcript and a copy of the transcript of the most recent degree program completed
   2. a statement as to why the students work is relevant to this scholarship
   3. if applicable, a list of any papers the student may have published
5. The completed application and all supporting documents must be received by the Department of enrolment.
6. The student must be nominated for this award by the Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences or designate.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee and on the recommendation of the Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences or designate.

Revised: September 2017 / GESR188

The Kaltenegger Family Graduate Scholarship was established in 1989 with a gift of $5,000 (matched by Ebco Industries Limited) to the University’s capital campaign, and in support of the Ebco/Eppich Chair in Expert Systems.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in research relevant to the area of Intelligent Systems.
2. The Kaltenegger Family Graduate Scholarship is a one-term award that is tenable in the Spring term. One scholarship will be awarded each year subject to the availability of funds in the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Intelligent Systems
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a brief outline of the proposed research
6. The completed nomination and all supporting documents must be received by the Department of enrolment.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: September 2017 / GESR040

The Pacific Metals/Leon Lotzkar Memorial Graduate Scholarship was established in 1990 with a gift of $10,000 to the University’s capital campaign, and in support of the Ebco/Eppich Chair in Expert Systems. The gift was given in memory of Leon Lotzkar of Pacific Metals Ltd.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in research relevant to the area of Intelligent Systems.
2. The Pacific Metals/Leon Lotzkar Memorial Graduate Scholarship is a one-term award valued at $700 and tenable in the Spring term. One scholarship will be awarded each year subject to the availability of funds in the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Intelligent Systems
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
   4. a demonstrated record of involvement in activities related to recycling and/or environmental preservation or improvements; and/or have been in a course of study or research related to recycling and/or environmental preservation or improvement.
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a brief outline of the proposed research
6. The completed nomination and all supporting documents must be received by the Department of enrolment.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: September 2017 / GESR044

The Ralph M. Howatt Family Graduate Scholarship was established in 1989 with a gift of $5,000 (matched by Ebco Industries Limited) to the University’s capital campaign, and in support of the Ebco/Eppich Chair in Expert Systems.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in research relevant to the area of Intelligent Systems, with a particular interest in Shell Development. Should there be no candidate able to pursue that specific aspect of intelligent systems, the award may be otherwise directed by the Dean of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Research, Faculty of Applied Sciences.
2. This is a one-term award valued at approximately $700 and tenable in the Spring term. One scholarship will be awarded each year subject to the availability of funds in the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Intelligent Systems
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a brief outline of the proposed research
6. The completed nomination and all supporting documents must be received by the Department of enrolment.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: September 2017 / GESR045

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in research relevant to the area of Intelligent Systems.
2. The Robar Industries Ltd. Graduate Scholarship is a one-term award that is tenable in the Spring term. One scholarship will be awarded each year subject to the availability of funds in the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Intelligent Systems
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a brief outline of the proposed research
6. The completed nomination and all supporting documents must be received by the Department of enrolment.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: Sept2017 / GESR046

The Westak International Sales, Inc. Graduate Scholarship was established in 1989 with a gift of $10,000 to the University’s capital campaign, and in support of the Ebco/Eppich Chair in Expert Systems.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in research relevant to the area of Intelligent Systems.
2. The Westak International Sales, Inc. Graduate Scholarship is a one-term award that is tenable in the Spring term. One scholarship will be awarded each year subject to the availability of funds in the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in Intelligent Systems
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a brief outline of the proposed research
6. The completed nomination and all supporting documents must be received by the Department of enrolment.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: Sept 2017 / GESR047

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this scholarship is to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students in any Faculty who are pursuing a graduate degree at Simon Fraser University.
2. One scholarship will be granted annually, in any term, to a student who fulfills the following criteria:
   1. is registered at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in any faculty;
   2. has demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate or undergraduate level;
   3. shows promise of originality and creativity in research; and
   4. has contributed to the advancement of Persian culture and the Iranian community through volunteerism or research in Canada or in the applicant's country of origin.
3. Preference will be given to an entering student.
4. This scholarship may be held in conjunction with other scholarships made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. Applications will be adjudicated via the Graduate Awards, Application and Adjudication System  (GA3) managed by Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
   1. a current, unofficial transcript or a copy of the official transcript of the most recent degree program completed;
   2. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work;
   3. a current curriculum vitae; and
   4. a one-page statement outlining the applicant's contributions to the advancement of Persian culture and the Iranian community through volunteerism or research.
6. The scholarship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

May 2021 / GPSR110

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to recognize the top graduate student in the School of Computing Science.
2. The Graduate Prize in Computing Science is a one-term award valued at the earned income from the endowment fund.
3. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. The student must be nominated for this award by the Director of the School of Computing Science. The nomination must be accompanied by copies of all post-secondary transcripts.
5. The prize will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination received from the Director of the School of Computing Science.

Revised: February 2012 / GESR119

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in Science or Applied Sciences whose research will contribute to the technology sector in British Columbia.
2. One scholarship, valued at a minimum of $1,500, will be awarded annually to a student who fulfills the following criteria:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level;
   2. full-time registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in the Faculty of Applied Sciences or the Faculty of Science;
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research;
   4. is undertaking research that will address issues of importance to growth companies in the British Columbia technology sector; and
   5. is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
3. The scholarship may be held in conjunction with other awards made by SFU or other agencies, where pemitted by those agencies.
4. Multiple scholarships may be distributed if undisbursed funds have been carried forward from a prior year or term.
5. Applications will be made via the Graduate Award, Application and Adjudication System (GA3). Required documents include:
   1. a current, unofficial SFU transcript;
   2. a concise description (one page) of the student's research program including a description of the research implications for a British Columbia technology firm or the BC technology sector in general; and
   3. a letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's academic achievements and experience.
6. The completed application and all supporting documentation must be received by the Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences. 
7. The scholarship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee. 

Revised: April 2019/ GESR229

Terms of Reference

1. The eligibility criteria for this award are:
   1. female Canadian citizen
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program
   3. cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5
2. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a concise outline of the proposed program of studies
   3. a curriculum vitae
   4. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work
3. The completed application and supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
4. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: February 2012 / GESR067

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose is to provide support for international graduate students with unforeseen or unmet expenses and may also support programs and initiatives designed to enhance the educational experience for international graduate students. Expenditure amount and type will be at the discretion of the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate Studies or their designate.
2. Eligible student expenses may include but are not limited to:
   - funding for personal expenses such as food and rent;
   - travel expenses for family emergencies;
   - travel expenses for education purposes such as conferences; and
   - registration fees for conferences and workshops.
3. To be eligible for this award, students must:
   1. be designated as international students; and
   2. be enrolled either full-time or part-time in a graduate program at SFU.
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The application will be made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must be accompanied by:
   1. a copy of the SFU transcript; and
   2. statement of financial need.
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

October 2020 / GESR240

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of the Kruger Products Bicultural Graduate Entrance Fellowship is to encourage and facilitate the interchange of knowledge and ideas between the people of British Columbia and Quebec through graduate students from the Province of Quebec studying at Simon Fraser University.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   1. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program after completion of a previous degree at a university in the Province of Quebec
   2. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
   4. full-time registration in a graduate program at SFU once the student is receiving the award payments
3. Students must be nominated for this award by the Graduate Program Chair of the academic unit to which the student will be admitted. The nomination must be accompanied by:
   1. a copy of the official transcript of the program completed at a university in the Province of Quebec
   2. two letters of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work and research potential
   3. a current curriculum vitae
4. The scholarship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: March 2017 / GESR011

This scholarship is funded in the memory of Lang Wong by the Lang Wong Memorial Endowment Fund with generous contributions from his family, friends and colleagues. Mr. Wong was a Canadian who devoted over 50 years of his life to the cause of international development, primarily in Asia, through service with the United Nations and its member agencies, the Canadian government, the International Development Research Centre and the Ford Foundation.

Terms of Reference

1. To be eligible to apply for this award, a person must be enrolled in either the School of Engineering Science (MEng) or Applied Science (MASc) or PhD graduate program with one term completed.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   1. strong academic record; normally a first-class grade point average; and
   2. international student.
3. Applications will be made on the online Grad Awards, Application and Adjudication System (GA3). For this award application, applicants must select ‘Engineering Science’ in the GA3 application’s Department drop box. Applications must be accompanied by:
   1. copies of all post secondary transcripts;
   2. two confidential letters of reference; and
   3. concise outline of the proposed program of studies.
4. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the recommendation of the School of Engineering Science Graduate Studies Committee.

Revised: March 2017 / GESR006

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to attract and provide financial support to graduate students of any academic discipline who use materials held at the SFU Library Special Collections & Rare Books (SCRB) as part of their research. The award recognizes graduate students who show evidence of scholarly interest or creative achievement related to dance, choreography, or movement-centred research holdings at the Simon Fraser University Special Collections & Rare Books division.
2. One or more awards, valued at a minimum of $2,000 each, will be granted annually in any term to students who fulfill the following criteria:
   1. are enrolled full-time in a graduate program in the term of eligibility;
   2. have demonstrated academic achievement in the most recent degree program completed; and
   3. have demonstrated scholarly or creative interests in the Simon Fraser University Special Collections dance and/or choreography-related materials.
3. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. Applications for the award will be made to the Library, and must be accompanied by:
   1. copies of official post-secondary transcripts;
   2. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work; and
   3. a one-page essay (500 words or less) from the applicant that outlines their research and its relevance to an archival dance/choreography/movement-related collection at Simon Fraser University (SCRB).
5. If a suitable candidate is not identified, the award may be disbursed in a subsequent term or year.
6. The award will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination by the Dean of Libraries and the Head of Special Collections & Rare Books.

Feb 2024

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of the Michael Geller Graduate Scholarship in Urban Development is to provide financial support to a Master’s or PhD student whose research is in urban development.
2. The Michael Geller Graduate Scholarship is a one-term award valued at a portion of the earned income from the endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. full-time registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program
   2. demonstrated academic and research excellence at the post-graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. a current, unofficial SFU transcript OR an official transcript from the most recent degree program at another post-secondary institution
   2. a concise description (one page or less) of the proposed or actual thesis research project
   3. a curriculum vitae summarizing scholarship achievements and work relevant to the aims of this scholarship
   4. two letters of reference: one letter of reference from the student’s supervisor and a second letter of reference from someone other than the supervisor who is familiar with the applicant’s research abilities
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: April 2017 / GESR142

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for students enrolled in a doctoral program at Simon Fraser University.
2. The Michael Stevenson Graduate Scholarship is a three-term award and it is tenable during three consecutive academic terms in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate level
   2. full-time registration in a doctoral program in any Faculty at SFU
   3. demonstrated research excellence at the postgraduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. current, unofficial SFU transcript and a copy of the official transcript of the most recent degree program complete
   2. resume summarizing scholastic achievements and work relevant to the aims of this scholarship
   3. letter of reference from the student’s senior supervisor describing the candidate’s research abilities
6. Student applications are normally accepted at the departmental level. One nomination from each Department is submitted to Graduate Studies and forwarded to the Faculty offices.
7. The selection of a successful candidate(s) in each Faculty will be made by the Faculty Graduate Studies Committee from the departmental nominations received. One nomination from each Faculty Dean will be forwarded to Graduate Studies, who will make the final selection from among the Faculty nominations received, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: September 2021 / GESR 181

Terms of Reference

The purpose of the Robert Russell Family/First Nations Graduate Award is to provide financial support for a First Nations or Aboriginal graduate student who is entering or pursuing graduate studies in the Faculty of Education, the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, the Faculty of Science, the Faculty of Health Sciences or the Faculty of Applied Sciences.

1. The Robert Russell Family/First Nations Graduate Award is valued at a portion of the earned income and will be awarded annually.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   1. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program
   2. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   3. aboriginal student (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit)
3. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a concise outline of the proposed or actual research project
   3. two letters of reference from faculty members familiar with the applicant's scholarly work and academic background
5. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: April 2017 / GESR126

Terms of Reference

1. The Simons Foundation Doctoral Entrance Fellowship is targeted to a female student entering a Doctoral program at Simon Fraser University, whose research work has potential for significant contributions to society. New students who began their graduate program in the most current spring term (January) are also eligible for consideration.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level with particular emphasis on dedication to the subject matter
   2. promise of outstanding achievement at the doctoral level
   3. the proposed thesis research topic must be of an applied nature with potential for significant contributions to society
   4. demonstrated understanding of the importance of the human dimension in the chosen field of research
3. During the tenure of the award, the recipient must be registered full-time in a Doctoral program at Simon Fraser University. In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, students must be taking at least six credits to be eligible to hold the award.
4. Students must be nominated for this award by the Graduate Program Chair of the academic unit to which the student will be admitted. The nomination must be accompanied by:
   
   1. a current, unofficial SFU transcript and/or a copy of the official transcript of the most recent graduate program completed
   2. two letters of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work and research potential
   3. a concise description (one page) of the proposed or actual thesis research project
   4. a current curriculum vitae
5. Departmental nominations are normally due to the Office of Graduate Studies.
6. The scholarship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: September 2021 / GESR012

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in the Faculty of Science or the Faculty of Applied Science.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in either a Science or Applied Science graduate program
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, graduate level
   4. preference will be given to applicants who are sons, daughters or legal dependants of Sulzer Pumps Inc. employees, but where no such candidate is identified, disbursement of the award will be at the discretion of the Dean of Graduate Studies
3. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a concise outline of the proposed or actual program of studies
   3. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant’s recent work
5. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: April 2017/ GESR081

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students nominated by the University of Central Asia and accepted to a master’s or doctoral program in the Faculty of Applied Sciences at Simon Fraser University.
2. One or more awards will be granted annually to University of Central Asia students on exchange to Simon Fraser University who fulfill the following criteria:
   1. are registered full-time in a master’s or doctoral program in the Faculty of Applied Sciences;
   2. have demonstrated academic excellence in the most recent degree program completed or in their current graduate program; and
   3. whose work exhibits outstanding achievement with particular emphasis on intellectual ability and originality.
3. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. Students must be nominated for the award by the Associate Dean, Research and Graduate Studies in the Faculty of Applied Sciences, following the university’s regular nomination process for such awards. The nomination should be made through the Graduate Awards Adjudication System and must be accompanied by:
   1. a nomination letter from the University of Central Asia; and
   2. copies of all post-secondary transcripts.
5. The award will be granted by the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination of the Associate Dean, Research and Graduate Studies in the Faculty of Applied Sciences.

July 2021 / GPSR112

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this fellowship is to provide financial support for a graduate student whose research focuses is on organizational change and innovation.
2. The Fellowship is an annual award, disbursed over two terms in the Fall and Spring. Its value is subject to the income earned from its endowment fund and will increase as the endowment grows.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. registration in a graduate program at Simon Fraser University
   2. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   3. indication of interest in issues related to innovation and change management
   4. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on research ability and originality
4. This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. copies of all post-secondary transcripts, for the first year graduate student, or a current unofficial SFU transcript, for students past their first year of graduate study
   2. a concise outline of the proposed or actual program of studies pertaining to sustainability, organizational change and innovation
   3. two confidential letters of reference
6. The final selection of a candidate for the award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: April 2017 / GESR159

Terms of Reference

1. The William and Ada Isabelle Steel Memorial Graduate Scholarship is intended to support travel, accommodation, and related research expenses. One scholarship is awarded per year.
2. To be eligible to apply, a student must:
   1. be enrolled in a graduate program at Simon Fraser University
   2. be engaged in, or planning to engage in, research which requires work outside the Lower Mainland of British Columbia.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   2. evidence of outstanding achievement at the graduate level, with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
4. This award is paid over three consecutive terms starting in the Fall term.
5. During tenure of the award, the recipient must be registered full-time in a graduate program at Simon Fraser University. In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, students must be taking at least six credits to be eligible to hold the award. If a recipient wishes to register "on-leave" or "part-time" for one term, a deferment of the scholarship should be requested by writing to the Dean of Graduate Studies. Permission will be granted in exceptional circumstances only.
6. The Steel Scholarship recipient may accept other scholarship support from external sources and/or from awards administered by SFU. Effective Fall 2021, if the total of the Steel Scholarship and the other support exceeds $60,000 per annum, the value of the Steel Scholarship will be reduced so that the total equals $60,000. 
7. The Steel Memorial Graduate Scholarship is intended to provide students with a period of time that they can devote largely to graduate studies and research. Departments may build this principle into their criteria for awarding this scholarship. There is no restriction on Steel Scholarship recipients receiving income for other work during the tenure of the scholarship, except as noted in Point 6. Recipients should be aware that some external awards may restrict students from holding a scholarship at the same time as the external award.
8. The award is made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee after a University-wide competition in which departmental recommendations are considered.
9. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. SFU transcript
   2. Autobiographical sketch and statement of research interests and goals
   3. List of scholarly publications
   4. List of other scholarship or financial support held or applied for.
   5. Three letters of reference from Faculty members familiar with the student's academic and research potential.
   6. A current curriculum vitae

Revised: September 2021 / GESR013

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this scholarship is to recognize one or more graduate students in the School of Computing Science with a focus in Theoretical Computing Science who have demonstrated academic excellence and the promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
2. One or more scholarships, valued at a minimum of $10,000 each, will be granted annually in any term to students who fulfill the following criteria:
   1. have demonstrated academic excellence;
   2. are enrolled full-time in the term of eligibility;
   3. are enrolled or have accepted an offer of admission to the School of Computing Science at Simon Fraser University with a focus in Theoretical Computing Science; and
   4. have demonstrated promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
3. This scholarship is intended to be awarded in addition to the guaranteed funding rate for students in the School of Computing Science and may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. Applications will be adjudicated via the graduate awards system managed by Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
   1. copies of official post-secondary transcripts;
   2. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant’s work; and
   3. a one-page essay (500 words or less) from the applicant that addresses their research pursuits and demonstrates intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
5. If a suitable candidate is not identified, the scholarship may be disbursed in a subsequent term or year.
6. The scholarship will be granted by the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination of the Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences or their designate

 September 2023 /