Courage to Persevere Award

The Courage to Persevere Award is given to an academically outstanding Indigenous graduate student at the University of Victoria. One award of at least $1,000 is available annually. The award recognizes students who have demonstrated perseverance through challenges. Applicants must submit a one-page statement outlining a time where they were required to persevere, which may include what they learned through the experience or activities they have participated in such as leadership, tutoring, peer mentoring, advocacy or self-care, and how these have contributed toward the student's personal growth. The award is designed to support Indigenous graduate students who have shown resilience and determination in their academic journey. Part-time students are eligible with a minimum of 1.5 units per term. Approval of recipients is made by the Faculty of Graduate Studies Graduate Awards Committee upon the recommendation of the Office of Indigenous Academic and Community Engagement.