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."