Lloyd Dennis Award

Lakehead University

Get $355 for outstanding citizenship as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at Lakehead University's Orillia Campus.

Published by G Paul · last checked October 23, 2026

Total value

$355

Deadline

Mar 31, 2027

Level

Undergraduate, Graduate

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What you will need

Submit application through Lakehead University's awards portal
Detailed description of your involvement
Copy of your resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV — a detailed professional record of your education and experience)
First reference contact information
Second reference contact information
Graduation status and term if you are graduating this year

About this award

You receive $355.00. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a leader on campus who has contributed significantly to the welfare of the university through your student activities. You must apply by March 31, 2027. When you apply, ask Lakehead University how and when you will hear back — whether it is by email, the portal, or phone. Winners are selected by their fellows, the faculty, and the administration based on outstanding citizenship at the Lakehead University Orillia Campus. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Lakehead University how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Lakehead University during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Lakehead University whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at the Lakehead University Orillia Campus. You are eligible if you have shown outstanding citizenship and contributed to the welfare of the university through student activities. Specifically, current members of the Lakehead University Student Union (the official body representing students) serving as President, Vice-President (Finance), or Vice-President (Student Issues) are considered eligible for nomination.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

Open to undergraduate or graduate students

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Ask for reference letters2 weeks
Give your referees at least two weeks' notice, and send them your résumé.
Write your essay
Be specific about what you did and what changed because of it. Proofread it twice.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

InvolvementAvoid giving a vague list of clubs you joined. Instead, describe the specific ways your actions improved the welfare of the university. Detail one project where your leadership made a difference.
ReferencesAvoid using references who only know you socially. Instead, choose a faculty member or administrator who can vouch for your citizenship and campus contributions. Ask them to highlight your impact on the student body.
StrategyAvoid focusing only on your grades. Instead, emphasize your extracurricular roles and the time you spent volunteering for the university community. Ensure your CV clearly shows your role in the Student Union if applicable.
RealismAvoid assuming this is an automatic award for student leaders. Instead, remember that you are being judged on the actual result of your activities. Focus your application on the value you added to others, not just your title.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

Use the Apply on the official site button on this page: it opens the official application page in a new tab.

When is the deadline?

Applications close on March 31, 2027. Submit a day or two early: application sites get busy at the end.

Can international students apply?

Check the award's official page for the citizenship rules.

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