Chartwells Food Services Supports Student Academic Excellence at Trent University
Two new scholarships donated by campus food service provider
Students enrolled in Trent University's Indigenous Studies and Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems programs will benefit from two new scholarships being funded by Chartwells, the school's operator of campus dining halls and food kiosks.
The Chartwells Scholarship in Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems will be awarded to a full-time undergraduate student of the new Trent School of the Environment while the Chartwells Scholarship in Indigenous Studies will be awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in the Indigenous Studies Program.
"This is indicative of Chartwells' commitment to promoting student success at Trent, as well as their recognition of two programs that are important to the University," said Mark Murdoch, the director of Trent University Foodservices. "It builds upon the strong relationship that Chartwells has developed with the Trent community, which includes their support of the Sustainable Agriculture Experimental Farm and the student Meal Exchange program."
Both scholarships will be based upon academic achievement and are valued at $1,500 per year. They will be awarded in the 2016-17 and 2017-18 academic years. Chartwells' contribution is part of Trent University’s $50 Million Campaign - Unleash the Potential.
"The campaign encourages philanthropic investments in students that help them reach their highest potential," said Sherry Booth, campaign director, External Relations and Advancement at Trent. "By supporting these scholarships, Chartwells will help reward academic excellence amongst some of the best and brightest students in two of Trent's signature areas - the environment and Indigenous studies."
About Trent University
One of Canada's top universities, Trent University was founded on the ideal of interactive learning that's personal, purposeful and transformative. Consistently recognized nationally for leadership in teaching, research and student satisfaction, Trent attracts excellent students from across the country and around the world. Here, undergraduate and graduate students connect and collaborate with faculty, staff and their peers through diverse communities that span residential colleges, classrooms, disciplines, hands-on research, co-curricular and community-based activities. Across all disciplines, Trent brings critical, integrative thinking to life every day. Today, Trent's unique approach to personal development through supportive, collaborative community engagement is in more demand than ever. Students lead the way by co-creating experiences rooted in dialogue, diverse perspectives and collaboration. In a learning environment that builds life-long passion for inclusion, leadership and social change, Trent's students, alumni, faculty and staff are engaged global citizens who are catalysts in developing sustainable solutions to complex issues. Trent's Peterborough campus boasts award-winning architecture in a breathtaking natural setting on the banks of the Otonabee River, just 90 minutes from downtown Toronto, while Trent University Durham delivers a distinct mix of programming in the east GTA.
Kate Weersink, media relations & strategic communications officer, Trent University, 705-748-1011 extension:6180 or kateweersink@trentu.ca