Ron Marleau Memorial Award

What you will need

• ✓ Completed General Application via Nipissing University's awards portal

About this award

You get $1,000. 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 who advocates for others and works to improve human rights or accessibility in your community. You must apply by November 1, 2026. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — email, portal, or phone. Ask Nipissing University how many students usually apply, so you can judge your odds. Ask Nipissing 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 Nipissing University whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be a full-time upper-year student at Nipissing University with a strong academic record. You must have made contributions to improve and promote employment equity, human rights, social justice, diversity, or accessibility at the university or in your community. A preference is given to a student majoring in Gender Equality and Social Justice.

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 students

How to apply

1. 1

   Read the award's official page

   Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

2. 2

   Submit your application

   Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

• Social JusticeAvoid just listing the organizations you joined. Instead, describe the specific impact your advocacy had on other people. Write about one project where you improved accessibility or equity.
• SupportAvoid using vague references. Instead, ask a professor or community leader who saw your leadership in action to provide a specific example of your dedication. Ensure they mention your work with human rights or diversity.
• StrategyAvoid leaving your General Application incomplete. Since you are automatically considered based on that form, ensure every section regarding your community contributions is fully detailed.
• RealismAvoid assuming a preference for a specific major guarantees the award. Instead, focus on proving your active contributions to social justice, as the academic record and community impact are also required.

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