Shelley Buttimor Memorial Award

What you will need

• ✓ Completed General Application via the Nipissing University awards portal
• ✓ Full-time enrollment in the Bachelor of Physical and Health Education program
• ✓ Academic achievement

About this award

You can receive $450.00. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep — there is nothing to repay. This is for you if you are a woman pursuing a career in physical and health education and have a passion for staying active. You must apply by November 1, 2026. When you apply, ask Nipissing University how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, the 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

To qualify, you must be a full-time female student enrolled in the Bachelor of Physical and Health Education program at Nipissing University. You must also demonstrate academic achievement. A preference will be given to a student who currently plays hockey, whether competitively or recreationally.

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
• ✓ Studying Bachelor of Physical and Health Education

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

• Academic AchievementAvoid just listing your grades. Instead, describe how your academic success reflects your dedication to the field of physical education. Mention a specific project or course where you excelled.
• AthleticsAvoid simply stating that you play hockey. Instead, explain what playing the sport competitively or recreationally has taught you about teamwork or discipline. Describe your current involvement with a team or league.
• StrategyAvoid leaving your General Application incomplete. Since you are automatically considered based on that form, ensure every section is filled out thoroughly before the November 1 deadline.
• RealismAvoid assuming this award is guaranteed because you play hockey. Remember that while hockey is a preference, you still need to meet the full-time enrollment and academic achievement bars to be eligible.

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