Rita Chiu Study Abroad Bursaries
Established by Justin Chiu, who benefited from the Trent experience as an international student, in honour of his wife, Rita, who took a one-year sabbatical leave from her job in Hong Kong to spend a memorable time with Justin in the tranquil, quiet and harmonious environment in Peterborough in 1977. Rita also took some courses at Trent during the period. Awarded to undergraduate students going on a Trent University study-abroad program. The bursaries are awarded through an application process. OTSS guidelines apply.
Naomi Harder Memorial Bursary
Established by family and friends in memory of Naomi S. Harder, a second-year Comparative Development major at Trent University at the time of her death on December 19, 1988. In the spirit of Naomi’s concern for others and her deep commitment to international understanding, awarded to a student based on his/her dedication to international and national development, peace and justice issues.
International Development Studies Bursary for IDS Year Abroad Programs
Established to honour Daniel Powell and David Morrison for their contributions to the IDS study abroad programs. Awarded to a student registered in an IDS year abroad program. Preference will be given to students who have been active in extra-curricular activities with an international orientation. OTSS guidelines apply.
Jack Matthews Study & Research Abroad Bursaries
Named in honour of the founding director of the Trent International Program and Honorary Degree recipient. Awarded to undergraduate students going on a Trent study abroad program and to graduate students studying and researching in an international setting as part of a Trent program. The award is based on financial need and an excellent academic record. OTSS guidelines apply.
Bill and Dorothy Slavin Bursary
Established by members of the Slavin family, in memory of their parents, Bill and Dorothy Slavin. Awarded to a student from a developing country.
Setsu Suzuki Bursary
Established by David Suzuki in memory of his mother, Setsu Suzuki. Awarded to a student from a developing country.
Visa Student Bursary
Established by the Board of Governors of Trent University. Awarded to visa students in any undergraduate year.
Bridget Butt Trent-in-Ghana Award
Established by Michael Butt, a member of Trent’s Board of Governors to honour his daughter, Bridget who has worked in East Africa for many years to support peace and reconciliation. To be awarded to a student entering third year and enrolled in an honours program in International Development, Anthropology or International Studies and accepted into the Trent-in-Ghana year-abroad program. This award is based upon community involvement, academic achievement and financial need.
Trent University Establishes Shawn T. Callaghan Memorial Prize
The prize, valued at $1,000, was created by the Champlain College Cabinet in honour of Shawn Callaghan, a student at Champlain College who died hiking in the Swiss Alps in 2007. The prize will be awarded annually to one or two Champlain College students planning to travel abroad for research, service-learning or study opportunities.
To qualify for the award, individuals must be registered as a full-time student at Trent University, and have been affiliated with Champlain College for a minimum of one year. Criteria for selection will be based on high academic achievement, and the content of the research, service-learning or study opportunity proposed by the student applicant must be associated with an academic discipline at Trent. The financial aid of the grant is intended to assist the applicant with travelling expenses related to their international educational opportunity.
Edward Tremain Award for Study Abroad
Established in memory of Ted Tremain, a dedicated Honorary member of the Board of Governors. Awarded to a 3rd or 4th year Trent student going abroad. Award is based on financial need and an excellent academic record
Aaron Coholan Gift – Ghana & Ecuador Travel Fund
Intended to support students travelling on a Trent program to Ghana & Ecuador.
IDS Fundraising Trust
Awarded to the person with the highest standing in IDST 1000.
Berna Theobalds Prize
Established in memory of an exceptional resident of Peterborough. Awarded to the student with the highest standing in IDST 2000.
David Morrison Fund for International Education:
Established in honour of David Morrison's outstanding contribution to international education and academic life at Trent. Available to support any international scholarly activity at the university initiated by faculty and students.
John Hillman Prize
Established to honour the former chair of the program for his years of leadership. Awarded to the student with the highest standing in fourth year International Development Studies.
OSOTF Eligibility Guidelines
Students, or their parents, or spouses must have lived in Ontario for at least 12 consecutive months, without being a full-time post secondary student, prior to the beginning of their current full-time post-secondary studies: or Students must demonstrate financial need and be in receipt of OSAP to qualify for OSOTF bursaries and awards.