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Richelle and Michael Greathouse Award

Beginning in the fall of 2021, this award will be granted to a student in their third year of study that has identified a history or political science major. The student should demonstrate strong academic achievement, show a commitment to academic excellence and come recommended by their department. Further criteria may be applied by the adjudicating committee if required. The recipient will be recommended by the Dean of Arts in consultation with faculty. Richelle Greathouse is an UPEI alumna, current student, and staff member. She and her husband Michael have decided to establish this award for an Arts student at the university.

Regis & Joan Duffy Future Prosperity for PEI MAIS Scholarships

Two scholarships will be awarded each year to graduate students entering UPEI's MAIS program who have demonstrated excellence and will have a directed thesis topic that will benefit the economic future of Prince Edward Island. Selection criteria will be as follows: academic record, professional contributions, and demonstrated ability in the area of study. These scholarships were established by Dr. J. Regis and Mrs. Joan Duffy to support the future prosperity of Prince Edward Island. Regis and Joan's roots run deep in the Island's soil. They were born and raised on PEI, and Regis, with Joan's daily support, established a major compound manufacturing company. The company under their leadership was listed as one of Canada's Top 100 employers, and they both have had a lifelong commitment to the well-being of their companies and staff as well as the health of the PEI economy. The Duffy's have supported UPEI in immeasurable ways. As the University's Master of Arts, Island Studies (MAIS) program continues to grow, these scholarships are critical to attracting graduate students who display immense promise and a drive for excellence and discovery in terms of research that will enhance the Prince Edward Island community and economy.

Ramasamy Nagarajan Memorial Award

The Ramasamy Nagarajan Memorial Award is an annual scholarship offered by the University of Prince Edward Island to graduating students in the Bachelor of Arts degree program. This award recognizes academic excellence in the field of Economics. The scholarship is awarded to the graduating student with the highest standing in the Bachelor of Arts degree program majoring in Economics. The award honors the memory of Ramasamy Nagarajan and supports outstanding achievement in economic studies at UPEI.

Psychological Association of Prince Edward Island Award

The Psychological Association of Prince Edward Island Award is presented to an outstanding graduating psychology major who demonstrates both academic success and a positive contribution to the Department of Psychology. This award recognizes students in their final year of study who have made meaningful contributions to the department through their academic performance and engagement with the psychology community. The award provides $500 to the selected recipient and is determined through a recommendation process by the Department of Psychology faculty.