Dr. Morris Shumiatcher Graduate Scholarship in English

The Dr. Morris Shumiatcher Graduate Scholarship in English was established as a tribute to the life of Dr. Morris C. Shumiatcher, O.C., S.O.M., Q.C., B.A., LL.M., and S.J.D., a long-time Regina lawyer, intellectual, philanthropist, and writer who passed away in 2004. The scholarship provides funding support to a University of Regina MA or PhD candidate in English, with a preference given to those who have participated in University debate competitions. The award is valued at $15,400 and is paid out over two semesters if the recipient remains fully eligible. This internal scholarship supports graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in English at the University of Regina, honoring Dr. Shumiatcher's legacy of intellectual engagement and debate. Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment status and demonstrate academic excellence with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 80%.