Overview
David Hunter Jorgensen was a graduate of the Master's program in English at York University and a member of the Doctoral program. His family has established this award in his honour, to recognize a Master’s or Doctoral student with a disability.
Value and Duration
- One award of up to $5,000 (Subject to change)
- Non-renewable
Eligibility
- Full-time or part-time Master's or Doctoral with a disability;
- Financial need will be considered
Deadlines
- January 3
Award Period (when the award will be paid)
- Winter Term
Application Process
- Students must apply through the Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) system.
Also separately,
- Complete online Student Financial Profile;
Adjudication Description
The award committee is seeking applications that clearly demonstrate academic excellence and a meaningful connection to the theme of critical disability theory and equity.
Your Research Proposal, Personal Statement, and any supporting documents or files should collectively demonstrate:
- Academic excellence
- Research/scholarly/creative work impact
- Knowledge or lived experience as a full-time or part-time Master's or Doctoral student living with a disability.
- Substantive recommendation from referee
Support
- If you require further assistance, please contact our Scholarship & Awards Coordinator by visiting our FGS Staff Directory.