Wanda Langley Award

Award | Eligibility: Pure and Applied Science, Biology, Current 3rd year, Current 4th year

The Wanda Langley Award will be awarded annually on recommendation of the Biology Department to support a student majoring in Biology who is participating in research activities; demonstrates initiative and improvement in their academic program; and possesses strong community and Acadia spirit. Preference will be given to Honours students.

The award was established in 2008 through contributions from faculty and staff in honour of Wanda Langley. Wanda’s 36.5 years of commitment to Acadia and her dedication to students are celebrated though this award.

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Wayne and Susie Golding Langley Award

Award | Eligibility: Pure and Applied Science, Nutrition, Current 3rd year, Current 4th year

The Wayne and Susie Golding Langley Award is granted annually, on the recommendation of the School of Nutrition & Dietetics, to a third or fourth year student in the School of Nutrition and Dietetics with a demonstrated interest and aptitude in Sports Nutrition. In the event there is no eligible student in Sports Nutrition, the award can be conferred on a promising and well-rounded Nutrition and Dietetics student.

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Wells Family Athletic Award

Award | Eligibility: Athletics

Established in 2019 by Derek Wells ‘68. The award will be alternated between a member of the varsity men’s hockey program and a female student-athlete. The recipient shall be in good academic standing and demonstrates strong leadership on the team and in the community. The recipient will be recommended by the Director of Athletics in consultation with the head coach.

The Wells Family Athletic Award is in recognition of Don Wells, member of varsity men’s hockey (1964-65), varsity men’s hockey coach (1965-84) and athletic director (1984-97) his son Michael Wells, member of varsity men’s hockey (1985-88), his daughter Wendi Ann Wells, varsity women’s soccer and All Canadian (1987-91) and brother Derek Wells, varsity track runner (1965-1968).

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WildBrain Awards

Award | Eligibility: Professional Studies, Business Administration

Established in 2016 by WildBrain, formerly DHX Media, these awards are granted annually to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in a Bachelor of Business Administration who have a demonstrated interest in the creative arts – music, visual art, theatre, dance, film or digital media. In recognition of academic success and with a preference for students who may have financial need, the awards will be granted to students representing the mandate of equity, diversity and inclusion.

WildBrain Ltd., formerly DHX Media is a Canadian media production, distribution and broadcasting company, which was established in 2006. A key player internationally in the creation of content for children and families, the company is the largest independent owner of children’s television programming in the industry.

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Willett House Award

Award

The Willett House Award is provided annually to a returning student who is a resident of any house and exhibits house spirit while maintaining a satisfactory academic standing and who has contributed to university or community life through extra-curricular activities. The award was made possible through the initiative of the 1997/1998 Willett House Residence Council.

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William G. Fletcher Memorial Award in Classics

Award | Eligibility: Arts, Classics, Current 1st year, Current 2nd year, Current 3rd year, Current 4th year

The William G. Fletcher Memorial Award in Classics is presented each year to a classics student who achieves excellence in the subject and who best demonstrates its application to the modern world. The award is provided in memory of Dr. Fletcher, Head of the Classics Department, 1967-­1977.

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Wilma H. Clark Award

Award | Eligibility: Arts, Music Therapy, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island

The Wilma H. Clark Award(s) will be granted to Bachelor of Music Therapy students in any year of study to support field placements (or practicums).

Recipients will be recommended to the Scholarships and Financial Aid Office by the Director of the School of Music and the Head of the Music Therapy program, who will 1) assess an application, 2) a 500-word essay outlining why the applicant is drawn to the profession, 3) a summary of extra curricular activities and community contributions, and 4) the applicant’s academic record (GPA). Assessors will consider demonstrated musical ability, strong clinical skills, and entrepreneurial and leadership attributes.

It is preferred that the Award supports students from the Maritimes who intend to pursue fieldwork opportunities in the Maritime provinces. If this preference cannot be met, the Director of the School of Music and the Head of the Music Therapy program will identify other suitable applicants for recommendation to the Scholarships and Financial Aid Office.

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Women in Sport Award

Award of up to $1,500 | Eligibility: Athletics, Current 3rd year, Current 4th year, Entering final Year

Established in 2018, the recipient shall be a returning female athlete in her 3rd, 4th or 5th year of eligibility. The award shall be awarded to the same recipient two consecutive years. The recipient should be committed to excellence in her sport, while exemplifying leadership characteristics that make them a positive role model for women and girls in the area of sport. The recipient must be in good academic standing.

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Women in Sport Spirit Award

Award of up to $2,000 | Eligibility: Athletics

Established in 2019 by Nancy Handrigan (’92) and Peter Oleskevich in honour of their daughters’ love of volleyball and rugby, this award recognizes a female varsity student-athlete who is passionate about her sport, is engaged with academics and her community, and has contagious enthusiasm. Value: $1,000.

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Woo Hockey Award

Award of up to $1,000 | Eligibility: Athletics

Established in 2015 by Kam-Lun Peter Woo, Class of 1971. To be awarded annually on the recommendation of the Director of Athletics to an entering or returning varsity hockey player in recognition of academic achievement and a commitment to teamwork.

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