Internal + Donor Funded Awards

Terms of Reference

The Community Trust Endowment Funds Graduate Fellowship is a one-semester award valued at $7,000 (effective Fall 2020), available only to Doctoral students in the Humanities (Archaeology, English, History, Linguistics, Political Science, Sociology/Anthropology). Interested applicants should read the Terms of Reference below to ensure they are eligible.

1. The CTEF Graduate Fellowship (GF) is a merit based award valued at $7,000 (effective Fall 2020). CTEF GFs cannot be divided or split like regular GFs.
2. To be eligible to hold a CTEF GF, a student must be registered as a full-time, regular (not "on-leave") in a Doctoral program in the Humanities (Archaeology, English, History, Linguistics, Political Science, Sociology/Anthropology) and must normally have a first-class (≥ 3.50) grade point average. In exceptional cases, other evidence of outstanding ability may outweigh this criterion. 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 CTEF Graduate Fellowship.
3. Academic merit is the primary criterion for ranking eligible applicants; departments will advise all applicants in advance if additional criteria will be used. Academic merit is based on grades, research ability, and progress in the graduate program.
4. CTEF Graduate Fellowship recipients may accept other scholarship support from other sources. Effective Fall 2021, new or current graduate students holding awards valued at $60,000 or more are not eligible to apply for a CTEF GF or for other scholarship income from SFU sources.
5. Recipients should be aware that some external awards may restrict students from holding a CTEF GF at the same time as the external award.
6. There is no restriction on CTEF GF recipients receiving income for work performed during tenure of the CTEF GF.
7. Students will be eligible to receive CTEF GF support only during the first 15 semesters of a PhD program.
8. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee on the recommendations of the Departmental Graduate Program Committee.
9. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System.

Revised: March 2015

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. The purpose of this award is to support the travel and/or research component of the student’s graduate degree. 
2. The maximum award amount is $7,000 but individual award values will vary, depending on the expenses being submitted, academic unit approval and budgetary restrictions.
3. Master’s students must hold the award within 3 years (9 terms) of the beginning of their program; Doctoral students must hold the award within 5 years (15 terms) of beginning their program. These times may be extended for students who have taken an approved leave. Students who did not complete a Master's program before transferring into a PhD are eligible to hold the travel award within the first 15 terms of their PhD, from the PhD start date.
4. While holding this award, the student must be registered full time, regular (not on leave or part time), in good standing in a master’s or doctoral program. Students cannot hold this award while on a co-op or practicum term.
5. If award is being used to cover travel expenses:
   
   1. Students travelling to Northern Canada, the Northwest Territories or the Yukon are also encouraged to apply for the Northern Studies Training Program (NSTP).
   2. Students holding a Tri-agency CGS award, including Vanier CGSD awards, are also encouraged to apply to the Tri-agency Michael Smith Foreign Studies Supplement (MSFSS)
   3. Awards may be paid before or after the travel takes place. In the event of travel cancellation or changes, any award payment must be reimbursed to Graduate Studies. 
6. Students apply/are nominated through the graduate awards application system. The application should include documentation relevant to the expense. This might include: 
   1. Most recent transcript (unofficial SFU transcript for current students; previous university for new students) 
   2. A description of the travel and/or expenses and how they are relevant to the research
   3. A letter of support from the supervisor confirming the expenses
7. Awards are approved by the Senate Graduate Awards Committee Chair on the recommendation of the Graduate Program Chair. 
8. Examples of ELIGIBLE travel expenses include travel for research purposes, travel to present at or attend a conference, workshop or seminar related to research. 
9. Examples of ELIGIBLE research related expenses include direct costs of doing research such as interpretation services, paid data sets, computers/laptops, reasonable computer peripherals (keyboard, mouse, microphones), art supplies. This award may also be used to reward research excellence.
   
10. Examples of expenses NOT eligible include travel to practicums, co-ops, internships, job fairs or interviews, business or first class travel, course related travel or supplies (such as textbooks or journals). 

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

1. The MATE Scholarship will be awarded annually (usually in the Fall term) to the student completing the first four semesters of the Masters of Arts for Teachers of English (MATE) program with the highest academic standing.
2. The MATE Scholarship winner will be determined by the MATE Committee of the Department of English. This committee will exercise its judgment in choosing a winner in the case of a tie.
3. The recommendation for this award will be done via the graduate online award system (GA3) and must be accompanied by:
   1. copy of the student's SFU transcript
4. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on the nomination of the Chair of the Department of English, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
   

Revised: October 2017 / GESR187

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 award is to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences who are pursuing research in human rights, humanitarianism, international development or conflict resolution.
2. One or more award will be granted annually, in any term to students who fulfill the following criteria:
   1. are registered at Simon Fraser University in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences;
   2. have demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate level; and
   3. are pursuing research in human rights, humanitarianism, international development or conflict resolution.
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 will be made via Graduate Awards Application System. Required documents include:
   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 proposal describing their research in human rights, humanitarianism, international development or conflict resolution.
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 – Graduate Studies.

May 2021 / GESR246

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for student(s) pursuing a Master's or Doctoral degree in the Department of English.
2. The Ann and William Messenger Graduate Fellowship in English is a one-term award normally valued at a portion of the earned income from the endowment. Each award will be $1,000 more than a Simon Fraser University Graduate Fellowship at the student’s level (MA or PhD).
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 the Department of English
   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 should include:
   1. a nomination letter;
   2. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on the nomination of the Chair of English, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: April 2015 / GESR122

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a mature, female student pursuing a Master's or PhD program in the Department of English and conducting research preferably in the pre-20th Century period.
2. The Aphra Behn Graduate Scholarship in English is a one-term award supported by the Ann Messenger Endowment, valued at a portion of the earned income from the endowment. Each award will normally be $1,000 more than a Simon Fraser University Graduate Fellowship at the student’s level (MA or PhD).
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 the Department of English conducting research preferably in the pre-20th Century period
   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. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the nominee's work
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Department of English Graduate Committee, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: February 2016 / GESR099

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 provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in English, specializing in pre-twentieth century English Literature.
2. This scholarship is a one-term award based on the value of the earned income from 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 the Department of English
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality, and ability in research
   4. specialization in pre-twentieth century English Literature
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 postsecondary transcripts
   2. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the nominee's work
   3. a concise outline of the proposed program of studies.
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: April 2015 / GESR057

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

The Robin Blaser Endowment Fund will provide support for a term of research in the Contemporary Literature Collection (CLC) by a student pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree in the Department of English at Simon Fraser University. Preference will be given to a doctoral student.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide research support for a graduate student in the Department of English undertaking research in the CLC.
2. The Contemporary Literature Graduate Research Award 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 in the Department of English in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
   2. a research proposal
   3. 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 student must be nominated for this award by the Chair of the Department of English The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. a nomination letter
   2. a current, unofficial SFU transcript or a copy of the official transcript of the most recent degree program completed
   3. a concise, one-page description of the proposed or actual thesis research project
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 Chair of the Department of English.

Revised: April 2015 / GESR171

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

1. The purpose of the David and Mary Macaree Graduate Fellowship in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is to provide financial support to graduate students whose research focuses on arts and social science topics concerning Scottish Studies as identified by the Research Centre for Scottish Studies and, where possible, which connects with research being conducted at the Research Centre of Scottish Studies.
2. The Fellowship, currently valued at approximately $20,000 annually, is normally tenable in the Fall and will be disbursed over three consecutive semesters. Multiple fellowships may be awarded when endowment income permits.
3. The fellowship will be granted annually in any term to graduate students who fulfill the following criteria:
   1. have demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate level and if applicable, at the undergraduate level;
   2. are registered at Simon Fraser University in a graduate degree program in the Research Centre for Scottish Studies; and
   3. have demonstrated promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
4. The Fellowship recipient will be required to give a presentation on an aspect of their research for the Research Centre for Scottish Studies during the second or third semester of the award.
5. This fellowship may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
6. Students may only hold a Macaree graduate fellowship once during a degree.
7. Applications will be adjudicated via the graduate awards system managed by Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
   1. copies of a current unofficial SFU transcript and/ or copies of the official transcript of the most recent post-secondary degree program;
   2. a curriculum vitae summarizing scholastic achievements and work relevant to the aims of this fellowship;
   3. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the nominee's scholarly work and academic background; and,
   4. a concise outline of the proposed or actual research project.
8. If a suitable candidate is not identified, the scholarship may be disbursed in a subsequent term or year.
9. The fellowship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the recommendation of the Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the Director of the Research Centre for Scottish Studies or their designate.

Revised: February 2022 / GESR164

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a graduate student entering a graduate program in the Department of English. When possible, preference will be given to female students.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   1. admission to Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in the Department of English
   2. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
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. a concise outline of the proposed or actual program of studies
   3. two letters of reference
5. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee on the recommendation of the Graduate Chair of the Department of English.

Revised: February 2012 / GESR094

Terms of Reference

1. The Dossa Graduate Student Travel Award is supported by the Dossa Endowment Fund. It supports a graduate student award for a student in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences who has undertaken research on Muslim societies and cultures. To be eligible for this award, students must be enrolled in a master’s or doctoral thesis program in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   1. full-time registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program
   2. completed at least one term in a graduate program in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
   3. a program which requires travel abroad to undertake research on some aspect of a Muslim society or culture
3. This award may be held in any term in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
4. Application must include:
   1. current, unofficial SFU transcript
   2. a research proposal concerned with Muslim societies and cultures
   3. a letter from the student’s supervisor attesting to the quality of applicant and supporting the need for research abroad for the applicant’s research
5. 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 Chair of the Steering Committee, Centre for Comparative Muslim Studies (CCMS), Department of History.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this graduate fellowship is to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Simon Fraser University who will conduct research under the supervision of the Dr. A. H. and Dr. Geeta Somjee Professor in Indian Political Development.
2. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a maximum of two full Somjee fellowships, or four partial Somjee fellowships, during an academic year (September 1- August 31).
3. One or more fellowships will be granted annually, in any term, to a student(s) who fulfills the following criteria:
   1. is registered at Simon Fraser University in a Master's or Doctoral program in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences;
   2. has demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate level and if applicable, at the undergraduate level;
   3. whose research focus is related to Indian Political Development; and
   4. has demonstrated promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
4. This fellowship may be held in conjunction with other awards made by Simon Fraser University or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
5. Applications will be made via the Graduate Award, Application and Adjudication System (GA3). Required documents include:
   1. a current, unofficial SFU transcript and a copy of the transcript of the most recent degree program completed;
   2. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work; and
   3. a curriculum vitae summarizing scholastic achievements and work relevant to the aims of this scholarship.
6. The fellowship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination of the Dr. A.H. Somjee and Dr. Geeta Somjee Professor in Indian Political Development.

May 2021 / GESR248

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

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a graduate student pursuing a degree with a concentration on Children's Literature within the Faculty of Education or the Department of English, and working toward publication of a piece of children's literature.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   1. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in the Department of English or the Faculty of Education
   2. concentration on the field of Children's Literature and an intent to publish a piece of children's literature
   3. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level, and, if applicable, at the graduate level
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
   4. a proposal outlining the piece of children's literature and at least one short sample of the applicant's writing or a portfolio piece for children
5. The completed application and all supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
6. The Faculty of Education and the Department of English will forward all applications to the office of Graduate Studies, and may each make no more than one positive recommendation for the award.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: April 2015 / GESR073

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing a graduate degree in either Faculty of Education or the Department of English, specializing in Children's Literature.
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 the Department of English or the Faculty of Education
   3. specialization in Children's Literature
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 postsecondary 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 completed application and all supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
6. The Faculty of Education and the Department of English will forward all applications to the office of the Dean of Graduate Studies, and may each make no more than one positive recommendation for the award.
7. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: April 2015 / GESR074

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of the Gibson Fellowship is to offer financial assistance to and recognize community service by an outstanding PhD student enrolled in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences  (FASS) with a research focus on the urban landscape of Canada as viewed through the humanities and liberal arts. Candidates should have a demonstrated history of community service, volunteerism, and/or good citizenship.
2. Only one Gibson Fellowship is available annually. Gibson Fellows are eligible for a renewal of the Gibson Fellowship, contingent on their continued progress, for a maximum of four years of funding. Only one student will be eligible to hold a Gibson Fellowship at any given time. 
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. demonstrated academic at the graduate level;
   2. full-time registration to enter or continue at SFU in a doctoral program in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
   3. promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality, and an interdisciplinary perspective in the student's approach to problem solving;
   4. a proposal which outlines the problems/issues the student hopes to identify and solve during their term as a Gibson Fellow;
   5. a field of study with a research focus on the urban landscape of Canada as viewed through the humanities and liberal arts; and,
   6. demonstrated evidence of volunteerism, community involvement and/or good citizenship.
4. All qualified applicants will be considered, however preference will be given to students who are Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada and to doctoral students enrolled in the Departments of History, Political Science, or English. If, in the future, Philosophy and the Urban Studies Program establish doctoral degree programs, these too will be eligible for preferential consideration.
5. Applications for the Gibson Fellowship are through the Graduate Awards Application System and reviewed by the Office of the Associate Dean, Faculty of Arts and Social Science. Required documents include:
   1. a current, unofficial SFU transcript and a copy of the transcript of the most recent degree program completed;
   2. a letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work;
   3. a second letter of reference providing evidence of volunteerism and/or good citizenship; 
   4. a curriculum vitae summarizing scholastic achievements and work relevant to the aims of this fellowship; and
   5. a brief letter from the candidate outlining their academic goals and why they believe a Gibson Fellowship will help them achieve those aspirations. 
6. Students must be nominated for the Gibson Fellowship by the Associate Dean, FASS, and the FASS Awards Committee. The Associate Dean, FASS, and the FASS Awards Committee will review proposals from eligible PhD students and will forward their recommendation to the Dean, Graduate Studies.
7. The completed nomination and all supporting documentation must be received by the office of the Dean of Graduate Studies.
8. If a suitable candidate is not identified or if the student become ineligible for additional disbursements, the fellowship may be awarded to a new Gibson Fellow in a subsequent term.
9. The fellowship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination of the Associate Dean, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

Revised: March 2017 / GESR219

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 attract and provide financial support to a graduate student who will use the SFU Contemporary Literature Collection as part of their research. The award is intended for a graduate student who shows evidence of scholarly interest or creative achievement related to the Simon Fraser University Contemporary Literature Collection.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   
   1. minimum cumulative grade point average (cgpa) of 3.5 or other evidence of outstanding achievement
   2. demonstrated scholarly or creative interests in the Simon Fraser University Contemporary Literature Collection
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. Application is made in GA3 and must be accompanied by:
   
   1. copies of all postsecondary transcripts
   2. a copy of the applicant’s proposed outline of studies and relevance to the Simon Fraser University Contemporary Literature Collection
   3. two letters of reference from professors familiar with the applicant’s work
   4. a curriculum vitae
5. The application letter and all supporting documents must be received by the Office of the Dean of Graduate Studies.
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: March 2017 / GPSR020

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 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 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

The Laurine Harrison Graduate Thesis Award, funded through the Laurine Harrison Graduate Endowment Fund, will provide financial support for graduate students who are in the final, thesis-writing term of a Master’s program.

Terms of Reference

1. To be eligible for this award, students must be enrolled in a Master’s program in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, have completed all coursework and comprehensive exams (if applicable), and be writing a thesis.
2. The criteria for this award are:
   1. full-time registration at Simon Fraser University in a Master program
   2. demonstrated academic and research excellence at the graduate level
   3. at the time of application, completion of all coursework and comprehensive exam requirements for their intended degree as well as any necessary fieldwork or data collection supporting readiness to write the thesis
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. a current, unofficial SFU transcript
   2. a concise description (one page or less) of the proposed or actual thesis research project
   3. 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
   4. statement from the graduate program chair/director that the student has completed all coursework, comprehensive exams, fieldwork and data collection towards the thesis
5. The completed application and 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 / GESR146

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

1. Awards will be made annually from a portion of the income earned from the endowment fund.
2. This scholarship will be awarded annually to a student entering the MA or PhD program in the Department of English whose intended focus of study is print culture. 
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. a current, unofficial SFU transcript and copies of all post-secondary transcripts
   2. a concise outline of the proposed program of studies
5. The scholarship winner will be determined by the Graduate Committee of the Department of English.
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee on the nomination of the Graduate Committee of the Department of English.

Revised: April 2017 / GESR190

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for student(s) entering a graduate degree MA or PhD program in the Department of English.
2. The Robert Hancock Dunham Memorial Graduate Scholarship in English is valued at the earned income from 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 the Department of English
   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 student must be nominated for this award by the Chair of the Department of English. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. a nomination letter
   2. copies of all postsecondary transcripts
   3. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the nominee's work
6. 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 Chair of the Department of English.

Revised: February 2012 / GESR088

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 recognize undergraduate or graduate students in the Department of English who are conducting research for an essay, project or thesis that makes use of the pre-1950s physical materials in the SFU Library’s Special Collections.
2. One or more awards, valued at a minimum of $1,500, will be granted annually in any term to students who meet the following criteria:
   1. have demonstrated academic excellence in the most recent degree program completed or in their current degree program; and
   2. are registered full-time in a graduate or undergraduate degree program in the Department of English in the term of eligibility; and
   3. are conducting research for an essay, project or thesis that makes use of the pre- 1950s physical materials in the SFU Library’s Special Collections.
3. The award 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. a current, unofficial SFU transcript or a copy of the official transcript of the most recent degree program completed; or
   2. one letter of reference from an SFU faculty member familiar with the applicant's work;
   3. a current curriculum vitae; or
   4. a one-page research proposal related to the aims of this award that outlines the relevance to the pre-195s physical materials in the SFU Library’s Special Collections.
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 Chair, Department of English.

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student in a graduate program in the Department of English.
2. This award will be offered in one term.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. full-time registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in the Department of English
   2. demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level, and, if applicable, at the graduate level
   3. Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status in Canada
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 student must be nominated for this award by the Chair of the Department of English. The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
   1. a nomination letter
   2. copies of all post-secondary transcripts
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: February 2017 / GESR110

Terms of Reference

1. The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for students in the MA or PhD program in the Department of English.
2. The Temple Maynard Memorial Graduate Bursary in English is a one-term award based on the value of earned income from an endowment.
3. The criteria for this award are:
   1. registration at Simon Fraser University in a graduate program in the Department of English
   2. promise of academic achievement with emphasis on integrity and dedication to graduate studies
   3. financial need
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 postsecondary transcripts
   2. one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the nominee's work
   3. a statement describing the financial need
6. 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 Graduate Program Committee of the Department of English.

Revised: April 2017 / GESR109

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 purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student pursuing an MA or PhD graduate degree focusing in Canadian Literature.
2. The Whitford/Stevenson Graduate Scholarship in Canadian Literature 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 excellence
   3. specialization in the study of Canadian literature and/or comparative literature with an emphasis on Canadian literature
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 student must be nominated for this award by the Chair of the Department of English. 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 for a student just entering the PhD program at SFU
   2. a concise description (one page or less) of the proposed or actual MA project, paper or thesis and/or PhD dissertation
   3. a curriculum vitae summarizing scholastic achievements and work relevant to the aims of this scholarship
   4. one letter of reference from someone other than their supervisor who is familiar with the nominee's research ability
6. The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on the nomination of the Department of English, behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.

Revised: February 2012 / GESR147

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