Governor General’s Academic Medal
The Governor General’s Academic Medal to reward scholastic merit was established in 1873 by the Earl of Dufferin who served as Governor General of Canada from 1872 to 1878. The Silver Medal is awarded to the Honours student with the highest academic standing on graduation in the Bachelor’s degree program. The Gold Medal is awarded to the student with the highest academic standing on graduation in the Master’s and Doctoral degree programs.
President’s Medal
The President’s Medal was established in 2009 to reward academic excellence and achievement at the graduate studies level. This medal was designed by a local Indigenous artist, Jimson Bowler. The winners are selected from four categories: Master of Arts (social sciences and humanities), Doctor of Philosophy (social sciences and humanities), Master of Science (sciences), and Doctor of Philosophy (sciences).
Symons Medal
The Symons Medal was established in 1972 in honour of Professor T.H.B. Symons, the founding president of Trent University. This medal, designed by renowned Canadian sculptor Dora de Pédery-Hunt,
Muldoon Medal
The Muldoon medal was established in 2019 in honour of Joe Muldoon, Head of Trent University Durham GTA from 2013 – 2019 and an employee of Trent University for 33 years. The medal is awarded to graduating students who achieve among the highest academic standings in both the Honours and General Degree programs at Trent University Durham GTA.
Bagnani Medal
The Bagnani Medal was established in 1986 to honour the late Professor Gilbert Bagnani, one of the founding faculty members of Trent University. This medal, designed by renowned Canadian sculptor Dora de Pédery-Hunt,
President’s Honour Roll
The President’s Honour Roll was established in 2000 to recognize undergraduate students who have achieved a minimum cumulative average of 80% or better overall. These students are indicated by a † next to their name in the program. Dean’s Honour Roll The Dean’s Honour Roll was established in 1986 to recognize undergraduate students who have achieved 80% or better in their most recent session and have maintained a minimum cumulative average of 75% overall. These students are indicated by a ‡ next to their name in the program.