Nursing Graduate Student Awards - Application Required

  • Student application required
  • Decisions made by the Faculty of Nursing Graduate Studies Committee, unless otherwise indicated

Note: As a result of the economic downturn and the negative impact this has had on University endowments, the Student Awards Office is presently conducting a review of all endowed scholarship accounts. During this process, this Office will remove awards, with insufficient expendable funds, from the online award search. As this is an ongoing process, please be aware that some of the scholarships/awards displayed may not be available for a future award year. Your patience and understanding during this process are greatly appreciated.
 

1) Thesis/Dissertation Research Award

  • 1 or more awards annually, up to $1,000 each
  • Description/criteria: May be given to part-time or full-time graduate students after thesis/dissertation proposal presentations. Students must apply for the award by submitting an abstract, budget, and a request for funds. The amount granted will be determined by the Graduate Committee, based upon the funding needs for the study. This award has been created from funds granted by CIDA.
  • Deadline: Ongoing – applications will be considered as received
  • Application instructions: Complete and submit the application form for a Thesis/Dissertation Research Award (.pdf) and send to:

    Dr. Kathy Pfaff
    Associate Dean, Faculty of Nursing Graduate Programs and Research
    Email: kpfaff@uwindsor.ca
    Phone: 519.253.3000 x4977     

2) Elizabeth H. Gillespie Memorial Scholarships

  • Up to 4 awards annually, Approx. $5,000 each
  • Description/criteria: Granted annually to third-year undergraduate nursing students who have a specialized interest in community health nursing, advanced nursing practice and/or in the nurse practitioner role in Canada. A minimum 75% cumulative average is required. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents (includes those with Protected Persons status) residing in Ontario who have demonstrated financial need. Nursing graduate students who meet the above requirements will also be considered.
  • Application instructions: Apply online through UWinsite Student. (set up a profile)
  • Decision made by the Faculty of Nursing Awards Committee

3) Dr. Donna M. Foley Scholarship

  • 1 award annually, Approx. $900
  • Description/criteria: Awarded to a full-time Collaborative Nursing Student in Year 3 or 4, or to a Graduate Nursing student, based on scholarly activity relating to one or a combination of the following areas: Spirituality in Nursing, Ethics, Research, Palliative Care. Also based on academic excellence with an overall minimum cumulative average of 75% required in all Nursing courses. If no full-time students are eligible, then part-time students may be considered.
  • Application instructions: Apply online through UWinsite Student. (set up a profile)
  • As well, candidates must upload (submit through their profile) a one-page essay on one of the four given areas and how this scholarship would further assist them in their scholarly pursuits.
  • Decision made by the Faculty of Nursing Awards Committee

4) Dr. M.L. Drake Graduate Conference Travel Award

  • 2 award annually, $700 maximum per award.
  • Description/criteria: Will be given to a nursing graduate student on the basis of academic merit who is presenting a paper or poster at a conference. The award is open to full and part-time graduate students. It was established by Dr. M.L. Drake. Proof of conference attendance must be submitted with the application form. Recipients are strongly encouraged to also present their findings at their place of employment and/or the Nursing Research Forum. Preference will be given to projects that address dissemination of evidence-based practice or pathways to care to the knowledge users.
  • Deadline: June 30 and December 30
  • Application instructions: Complete and submit the application form for a Drake Conference Travel Award and supporting documentation (proof of attendance) and send to:

    Dr. Kathy Pfaff
    Associate Dean, Faculty of Nursing Graduate Programs and Research
    Emailkpfaff@uwindsor.ca
    Phone: 519.253.3000 x4977

5) Dr. Devamma Puroshotham Neuroscience Bursary Award

  • 1 award annually - may be divided in case of a tie, Approx. $950
  • Description/criteria: To be awarded annually to a full-time or part-time graduate student in the Nursing program who specializes in Neuroscience. Neuroscience includes patient populations with diseases/ disorders of the nervous system (e.g., multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Huntington's disease, dementias, stroke, brain tumors, epilepsy), brain injuries (e.g., traumatic brain injuries, closed head injuries) and diabetes complications (e.g. neuropathy). The award was established in recognition of the outstanding, dedicated services and support that Dr. Purushotham has provided as a volunteer to persons with brain injury and their families.
  • Deadline: January 31st. 
  • Application instructions: Submit a letter of application that includes your name, student number, program, award name, and description of area of study in neuroscience to:

    Dr. Kathy Pfaff
    Associate Dean, Faculty of Nursing Graduate Programs and Research
    Emailkpfaff@uwindsor.ca
    Phone: 519.253.3000 x4977

6) Madeline DeLuca LaCivita Scholarship in Oncology/Palliative Nursing- Program and award currently on hold

  • 1 award annually, $1,500
  • Description/criteria: To be awarded to a student in the Graduate Diploma in Advanced Practice Oncology/Palliative Care. Preference may be given to a student with financial need. Candidate must have completed any two of the required courses in the program, with a minimum 77% cumulative average in the program. Must also be a Canadian Citizen or permanent resident.
  • Deadline: January 31
  • Application instructions: Candidate must submit a transcript of their courses/marks - this can be an SIS transcript. Transcript must include their name and student number. Candidate must also submit a maximum 1-page statement on how they impacted a patient or family member during their cancer journey. The statement should also include the name of the award for which the student is applying. A copy of this statement will be given to the donor. Submit application to:

    Dr. Kathy Pfaff
    Associate Dean, Faculty of Nursing Graduate Programs and Research
    Emailkpfaff@uwindsor.ca
    Phone: 519.253.3000 x4977