Sydney Bednarik Mental Health Foundation Scholarship

The Sydney Bednarik Mental Health Foundation Scholarship is a competitive award designed to support academically outstanding graduate students participating in a Psychology Internship Program at the University of Victoria. The scholarship provides financial assistance to one recipient annually, with preference given to students demonstrating financial need. Recipients are selected by the Faculty of Graduate Studies Graduate Awards Committee based on nominations from the Department of Psychology. The award recognizes excellence in psychology graduate studies while supporting students during their internship training. This scholarship is part of UVic's broader commitment to supporting graduate student success in mental health-related fields and ensuring access to quality education for students with financial constraints.