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BScN Program Awards

There are a number of awards available to nursing students throughout their undergraduate career at McMaster. Some awards are open to students at all sites, while others are location-specific. Students may also be eligible for additional university- or college-specific awards.

For more information, we encourage you to visit the awards office at your institution or contact the awards representative from your site, listed right.

BScN Program Award Ceremony

Outstanding undergraduate students who have received awards and/or scholarships from the university are invited to celebrate their accomplishments alongside their families, friends and members of the McMaster community.

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BScN Undergraduate Awards Committee

Lynn Martin
— Chair, McMaster Representative

Cynthia Hammond
— Mohawk Representative

Dianne Dal Bello
— Conestoga Representative

Faculty and students can nominate students at any time during the academic year; however, call for nominations occur at the end of each term.

Awards can require applications, nominations or certain academic achievement. Please note that not all awards are offered each year.

McMaster Site Awards

Please note: McMaster Site Award nominations can be submitted by both faculty members and student peers. Self-nominations are to be completed through Mosaic.

To Nominate a Student for a McMaster Nursing Award: Please fill out the survey here.

To Self-Nominate/Apply for a McMaster Nursing Award: Please apply through Mosaic.

To view all available McMaster University-wide Awards: Visit The Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships

Conestoga Awards open to McMaster Site Students

Name of Award	Value	Award Description
The R.N.A.O. Wellington Chapter Award		Awarded to a graduating student who demonstrates professional development through participation in professional Nursing Student Association Activities. The student is a student member of R.N.A.O. and participates in community based activities.
The Guelph General Hospital Auxilliary Award	$500	Awarded toa full time, graduating student who is a resident of Waterloo-Wellington region and achieves the highest academic standing. (No nomination required)

Mohawk Awards open to McMaster Site Students

Only faculty may submit nominations for Mohawk Site Awards

Name of Award	Value	Award Description
The Elizabeth Maus Scholarship	$500 (x2)	Awarded to (2) students who have demonstrated excellence in both theory and nursing practice. The recipients must also have demonstrated exceptional achievements. GPA > 8.0

Faculty and students can nominate students at any time during the academic year; however, call for nominations occur at the end of each term.

Awards can require applications, nominations or certain academic achievement. Please note that not all awards are offered each year.

MOHAWK SITE AWARDS

Please note: Students may self nominate or nominate a peer but these must be accompanied by a faculty nomination to be considered for Mohawk Site Awards.

To Nominate a Student for a Mohawk College Nursing Award: Go here to fill out the nomination form

To view all available Mohawk College-wide Awards: Visit Financial Assistance

Mohawk BScN Awards	Value	Award
Any Level
The Recognition Awards	Certificate	Recognition awards are used to recognize students in any level for outstanding contributions or efforts within the BScN program
Level I
The Doris Rumball Scholarship L1	$500	Demonstrates exceptional achievements. Demonstrates consistent growth and proficiency in clinical experience.
Level II
The Doris Rumball Scholarship L2	$500	Demonstrates exceptional achievements. Demonstrates consistent growth and proficiency in clinical experience.
Level II or III
The Martha Dawn Murray Prize	$500	Awarded to a student who has demonstrated consistent exemplary care for patients and their families and has shown the ability to nurse with compassion, empathy and understanding. Consideration will be given to those who have demonstrated exceptional achievements.
Level III
The Krista Lynn Cantwell Memorial Scholarship	$500	This award is given to a student who has shown academic diligence, a passion for nursing and who has been an active volunteer. (PBL or clinical) GPA >8.0
The Cathy Flis Memorial Scholarship	$500	Awarded to a Level III BScN students who excels at caring and compassion in the clinical setting; demonstrates exceptional achievements and has a proven high academic standing. GPA > 8.0
The Doris Rumball Scholarship L3	$500	Demonstrates exceptional achievements. Demonstrates consistent growth and proficiency in clinical experience.
All levels Basic BScN and RPN - BScN
The Wilda Pinkney Scholarship	$600 (x2)	Awarded to (2) students who have demonstrated consistent growth and proficiency in the BScN program, and have an above-average level of clinical practice and academic performance. The recipients must have demonstrated excellent performance in theory and practical experience, as well as exceptional achievements. GPA > 8.0
All Levels Basic BScN McMaster, Mohawk or Conestoga
The Elizabeth Maus Scholarship	$600 (x2)	Awarded to (2) students who have demonstrated excellence in both theory and nursing practice. The recipients must also have demonstrated exceptional achievements. GPA > 8.0

Awards originating at Conestoga open to Mohawk Site Students

Name of Award	Value	Award Description
The R.N.A.O. Wellington Chapter Award		Awarded to a graduating student who demonstrates professional development through participation in professional Nursing Student Association Activities. The student is a student member of R.N.A.O. and participates in community based activities.

Awards originating at McMaster Open to Mohawk Site Students

To Self-Nominate/Apply for a McMaster Nursing Award: Please apply through Mosaic.

Faculty and students can nominate students at any time during the academic year; however, call for nominations occur at the end of each term.

Awards can require applications, nominations or certain academic achievement. Please note that not all awards are offered each year.

CONESTOGA SITE AWARDS

To Nominate a Student for a Conestoga College Nursing Award: Go here or click on the awards that are hyperlinked.

To view all available Conestoga College-site Awards: Visit Financial Services

Name of Award	Value	Award Description
Open to Students of All Levels
The Recognition Awards	Certificate	Recognition awards are used to recognize students in any level for outstanding contributions within the BScN program that may not fit into the established nursing awards.
Levels I & II
The Ardelle Darling Memorial Award	$500	Awarded to a second-year student who demonstrates caring and compassion toward patients and peers, communicates effectively and demonstrates an enthusiasm for the profession of nursing.
The Marilyn Kelly Memorial Award	$500	Awarded to a first-year BScN student who demonstrates professionalism, respect and diligence in their studies BScN faculty must submit a letter supporting each nomination by the end of February each year.
Levels II & III
The Ross and Doris Dixon Charitable Foundation Community Service Awards in Nursing	$1000	Awarded to BScN students who are committed to community service, to be applied to tuition fees.
The Cosmetic Surgery Clinic of Waterloo: Nursing Achievement Award	Amount to be determined & applied to tuition/fees	Awarded to a Conestoga site BScN student who has successfully completed year 2 or 3 and registered to proceed to year 3 or 4, while achieving a GPA > 9.6 (80%). The student has demonstrated leadership, professionalism and an interest/aptitude in issues related to patient safety.
Levels III & IV
The Homewood Foundation Scholarship in Psychiatric Nursing	$1,000	Awarded to a student who has completed either second or third year and who exhibits an interest in psychiatric nursing and has either completed a mental health placement or will be doing so in the future First preference is given to the child of an employee within the Homewood Corporation.
Level IV
The St. Mary’s General Hospital Educational Award for Continuing Education		Awarded to a graduating student who is able to apply theory to clinical practice in a competent manner, demonstrates interest in postgraduate studies and obtains a high level of achievement in theory (B+ or greater).
The RNAO Waterloo Chapter Leadership Award		Awarded to a graduating student who has demonstrated leadership or professional initiative on behalf of patient care and/or the nursing profession.
The RNAO Wellington Chapter Award		Awarded to a graduating student-member of the RNAO who demonstrates professional development through participation in professional Nursing Student Association Activities and community-based activities.
The Dr. Stanley F. Leavine Memorial Award	$100	Awarded to a graduating student who demonstrates a proficiency at applying theory to clinical practice, consistent personal and professional growth and high academic achievement (A-range)
The Guelph General Hospital Auxiliary Award	$500	Awarded to a graduating full-time student who is a resident of Waterloo-Wellington region and achieves the highest academic standing (No nomination required)
The RPN to BScN Leadership Award		Awarded to a graduating RPN – BSCN student who has demonstrated leadership and initiative in the BScN Program.

McMaster Site Awards Open to Conestoga Site Students.

To Self-Nominate/Apply for a McMaster Nursing Award: Please apply through Mosaic.

Awarded to a graduating student-member of the RNAO who demonstrates professional development through participation in professional Nursing Student Association Activities and community-based activities.

EXTERNAL ORGANIZATION - AWARDS AND BURSARIES

Organization	Award Value	Organization Description
Canadian Nurses Foundation	Varies	The Canadian Nurses Foundation offers over 50 scholarships to support nursing education. The awards help students in different levels and area of practice and trances from baccalaureate, masters and nurse practitioner, doctoral, aboriginal, internationally educated nurses and certification awards.
Canadian Nursing Students’ Association	Varies	The Canadian Nursing Students’ Association is the national voice of Canadian nursing students. Their goal is to increase the legal, ethical, professional, and education aspects which are an integral part of nursing. CNSA is actively dedicated to the positive promotion of nurses and the nursing profession as a whole.
Ontario Nurses’ Association	Varies	The ONA the union representing registered nurses and allied health professional working across Ontario. The ONA is a proactive union committed to improving the economic welfare and quality of work-life for their members, to enable them to provide high-quality health care.
The Registered Nurses’ Foundation of Ontario	Varies	The Registered Nurses' Foundation of Ontario (RNFOO) is a charitable organization that provides financial support for nurses and nursing students in Ontario to further their nursing education or engage in research.
Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario	Varies	The RPNAO’s mission is optimizing RPNs' professional practice for a healthier Ontario.
Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario	Varies	The Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) is the professional association representing registered nurses, nurse practitioners and nursing students in Ontario.
Council of Ontario Universities	Vaires	The Council of Ontario Universities promotes university education and research and their role in preparing both undergraduate and graduate students for success in life and careers.
Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care	Varies	The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care is working to establish a patient-focused, results-driven, integrated and sustainable publicly funded health system. Its plan for building a sustainable public health care system in Ontario is based on helping people stay healthy, delivering good care when people need it, and protecting the health system for future generations.
Elsevier Canada	Varies	Mosby and Saunders are two of the most recognizable imprints associated with nursing texts and reference books. We are part of Elsevier, the world’s leader in health science publications. We are committed to publishing a broad spectrum of the highest quality resources for health science professionals.

MUNSS

The McMaster University Nursing Students Society offers four awards annually; students are recognized for their contributions and achievements within the nursing and general community.

To apply for any of the below awards or find out more information on the application process, please visit the MUNSS website.

Name of Award	Award Value	Award Description
MUNSS Community Advocacy and Service Award	$350	The recipient of this award has demonstrated a devotion to the community (school, local community or both) through participation and unpaid involvement. N1K02/N2K02 Service Learning curriculum work will be considered, but only in addition to other efforts. This award is open to students in all sites (McMaster, Mohawk and Conestoga), all levels (1, 2, 3, 4) and all streams (Basic, Accelerated, RPN-BScN).
MUNSS Leadership in Nursing Award	$250	The recipient of this award has demonstrated leadership abilities that reflect responsibility and dedication to positive change within the McMaster Nursing Community. The award recipient has acted as a role model for their fellow students. This award is open to students in all sites (McMaster, Mohawk and Conestoga), all levels (1, 2, 3, 4) and all streams (Basic, Accelerated, RPN-BScN).
MUNSS Level 4 Achievement Award	$350	The recipient of this award is a Level 4 Basic Stream student who has consistently demonstrated leadership, initiative and a commitment to the McMaster Nursing Community throughout their years as a BScN student. The recipient’s dedication has contributed greatly to the McMaster Nursing Community and related communities by promoting collaboration and professionalism in nursing.
MUNSS 'Unsung Hero' Award	$350	This is a peer-nominated award open to students in all sites (McMaster, Mohawk and Conestoga), all levels (1, 2, 3, 4) and all streams (Basic, Accelerated, RPN-BScN). It recognizes a student who shows traits of subtle leadership, who has persevered to get to where they are now, and who goes above and beyond for his or her peers without seeking recognition. This award is peer-nominated.

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BScN Undergraduate Awards Committee

McMaster Site Awards

Conestoga Awards open to McMaster Site Students

Mohawk Awards open to McMaster Site Students

MOHAWK SITE AWARDS

Awards originating at Conestoga open to Mohawk Site Students

Awards originating at McMaster Open to Mohawk Site Students

CONESTOGA SITE AWARDS

McMaster Site Awards Open to Conestoga Site Students.

EXTERNAL ORGANIZATION - AWARDS AND BURSARIES

MUNSS

About

Programs

Current Students

Prospective Students

Research

Community

Faculty & Staff

Alumni & Giving

News

Current Students

Latest information and updates about COVID-19 from McMaster University

covid19.mcmaster.ca

BScN Program Awards

BScN Program Award Ceremony

Related Pages

BScN Undergraduate Awards Committee

McMaster Site Awards

Conestoga Awards open to McMaster Site Students

Mohawk Awards open to McMaster Site Students

MOHAWK SITE AWARDS

Awards originating at Conestoga open to Mohawk Site Students

Awards originating at McMaster Open to Mohawk Site Students

CONESTOGA SITE AWARDS

McMaster Site Awards Open to Conestoga Site Students.

EXTERNAL ORGANIZATION - AWARDS AND BURSARIES

​MUNSS

MUNSS