125th Anniversary Alumni Award in Engineering
Andrew Blommestyn
This award is given to a full-time undergraduate student in year two or higher in the Faculty of Engineering based on academic achievement. This award was established by an anonymous donor through Foundation Western.
3M Canada Company Award in Engineering Science
Benjamin Christie-Vlcek
This award is presented to a full-time undergraduate student entering their graduating year in any program in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering. This award is made possible by the generosity of 3M Canada.
Andrea Bailey Memorial Award
Shelby Mior
Awarded annually to a female student entering any year of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, based on academic achievement (minimum 70% average) and involvement in extracurricular activities at the University and in the community. This award was established by friends and family in memory of Andrea Bailey.
Anna Toner Award for Academic Resiliency & Determination
Justin Alexander
This award was made possible by family, friends, faculty and staff at Western Engineering, in honour of Anna Toner. Awarded annually to an undergraduate student, in any year, in the Faculty of Engineering, based on academic achievement and a student’s exemplary academic resilience, determination and commitment to their studies.
ASHRAE Award - Year Three Mechanical and Materials Engineering
Oussama Al-Hmaidi
This award is given annually to a student in their fourth year in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering based on the candidate’s mark in Thermodynamics II, continuing educational studies and career goals in the heating, refrigeration and air conditioning profession. This award is made possible by the generosity of American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Award, London Chapter, Canada.
BIZMO Award
Priya Shrestha
Awarded annually to the undergraduate Engineering student who is serving as the current Undergraduate Engineering Student (UES) President. This award is made possible by a gift from Joseph & Janet Smolders, in recognition of their son, Bill Smolders, (BESc '07) who was the 2006 UES President.
Boris J. Jackman Award in Chemical Engineering
Mustafa Osman
Awarded to a full-time student in year two of the Chemical Engineering program based on academic achievement and involvement in extracurricular activities. This award was established by Boris J. Jackman (BESc '72).
Canadian Centennial '67 Class Award
Shirley Wang
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in year two or higher of an Engineering degree program based on academic achievement and extracurricular activities. This award was established by the Engineering Class of 1967.
Caterina Ligori Engineering Award
Mengchen Zhao
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate female student in year two or higher in the Faculty of Engineering who has achieved a minimum 75% overall in the previous year and has shown exemplary support and encouragement to others through participation in extracurricular activities and/or mentorship. This award was established with a generous gift from Angelo Ligori (BESc ‘78) and his wife Roselia, in memory of his mother, Caterina.
Charles Yip Memorial 125th Anniversary Alumni Award
Kyle Inzunza
Awarded to a student in their third year in Engineering based on academic achievement and involvement in extracurricular activities. This award was established by Henry C. Yip (BESc '73) in memory of his father Charles Yip.
Chorley & Bisset Ltd. Consulting Engineers Engineering Award
Samuel Farnum
Shirley Wang
Awarded annually to two full-time students in second or third year of Engineering: one to a student in the Mechanical and Materials Engineering program and one to a student in the Electrical and Computer Engineering program. The recipients must have a minimum 75% average and show participation in extracurricular activities. This award was established by Chorley & Bisset Ltd. Consulting Engineers.
Christian Lassonde Scholarship
Edward Zurabov
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in any year of Engineering based on academic achievement. This scholarship is sponsored by Western in recognition of the generous support from the Lassonde family for our Faculty of Engineering.
Concentric Associates International Inc. Award
Marcel Fatovic
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in the Civil Engineering program in third or fourth year, who has achieved a minimum 75% average, is involved in extracurricular activities, and plans to become a practicing engineer. This award was established by a generous gift from Concentric Associates International Inc.
Craig O'Hagan Memorial Award
Eric Kim
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in the third year of a program in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical and Biochemical Engineering or Civil and Environmental Engineering based on academic achievement. This award was established by the family and friends of Craig O'Hagan (BESc '96 Mechanical).
D.C. Buck Engineering Award
Kate Current
Awarded annually to a full-time student in year three or four in the Faculty of Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering Option with a minimum 70% average and demonstrated leadership in extracurricular activities. This scholarship was established by Mr. Dwayne C. Buck (BESc '00), founder of D.C. Buck Engineering Inc.
David Cefai Engineering Award
Edward Zurabov
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in year two or higher in the Faculty of Engineering, based on academic achievement. This award was established by a generous gift from David Cefai (BESc '91, BA '91).
Doherty Engineering Inc. Award in Engineering
Amy Li
Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student in the Faculty of Engineering in their fourth year of Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, with academic achievement, who is involved in extracurricular activities in the community or at the University. This award was established by a generous donation from Doherty Engineering Inc.
Dr. Andrew N. Hrymak International Scholarship in Engineering
Hoang Duong
Awarded to an international full-time undergraduate student in year two of any program in the Faculty of Engineering, based on academic achievement (on Dean’s Honour List in year one) and volunteer and leadership ability, as demonstrated by participation in extracurricular activities or community involvement. This scholarship was made possible by a generous gift from Tim Kwan, BESc ’73, and his wife Jane, in honour of Dr. Andrew N. Hrymak’s leadership as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering from 2009 to 2018.
Dr. Clement W. Bowman Award for Energy Innovation
Brandon Folia
Awarded annually to a full-time student in the Faculty of Engineering who is in their final year of an undergraduate program, has achieved a minimum 75% average, and has worked on a project that is related to energy innovation. This award was established by Dr. Clement W. Bowman, former Vice-President of the Imperial Oil Research Center in Sarnia, and the recipient of the Canadian Academy of Engineering Distinguished Services Award and the Global Energy International Prize.
Dr. L. Stuart Lauchland Scholarship
Benjamin Schneeweiss
Awarded to a student in any year of Engineering based on academic achievement. This scholarship was established by Dr. Richard M. Dillon, former Dean of Western Engineering.
Emco Scholarship
Isaac Clapp
Elijah Dietrich
Jennifer Li
Emily Wang
Benjamin Wolfman
Liyan Wu
Awarded to students entering their second year of Engineering with a career objective in entrepreneurship or marketing, who are planning to combine Business with their Engineering degree. These students must have demonstrated leadership ability as well as involvement in outside activities. These scholarships were established through the generosity of EMCO Corporation.
Engineering BESc. Class of 1978
Andrew Blommestyn
Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student in Year 2 or higher in the Faculty of Engineering, based on academic achievement of a minimum 75% average. Preference will be given to a mature student who has spent time working or attending a college/trade/technical program prior to attending Western. This award was established by graduates from the BESc. Class of 1978 in recognition of their 40th Class Reunion.
Frederick Weijerman Memorial Award
Steven Giacometti
Awarded to a full-time student entering the third year of the Civil Engineering program. Established by the estate of Frederick Weijerman, soldier and engineer and by family members, Peter and Karen Van Giesen.
General Dynamics Engineering Award
Shane McCarthy-Cisar
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in year two or higher of Engineering based on academic achievement. This award was established by the generosity of General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada Operations.
General Motors of Canada Limited Scholarship of Distinction in Engineering
Boyi Ma
Amy Pulman
Sundus Salam
Mohamed Sharif
Shirley Wang
Awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students entering first year of the Engineering Science program who achieve an 85% admission average. These scholarships will continue in Year 2 and beyond provided that the recipients are in an Electrical, Computer and Software Engineering program and maintain an 80% average and full-time course load.
Gonder Family Continuing Award
Heung Park
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in year two or higher in Engineering, based on academic achievement. This award will continue until the recipient completes their undergraduate program as long as the student meets the stated criteria each year. This award was established by the generosity of John and Katharine (nee Burdick) Gonder in recognition of the contribution of Russell (BESc'58) and Leota Gonder to the profession of Engineering and The University of Western Ontario.
Gordon F. Chess Award
Austin Teshuba
Awarded to a student entering their third year in the Faculty of Engineering who has successfully completed the first two years of the Engineering program and exhibits broad interests and leadership qualities as demonstrated by participation in university and/or community activities. This award was established in honour of the late Dr. Gordon F. Chess, former Dean of Western Engineering.
Hastings & Aziz Consulting Structural Engineers Award in Civil Engineering
Marcel Fatovic
Awarded to a full-time student in any year of a Civil Engineering program based on academic achievement. This award was established by Hastings & Aziz Limited.
Ian Duerden Memorial Award
Zi Xuan Luo
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in their third year of the Mechanical and Materials Engineering program who has demonstrated academic achievement. This award was established in memory of Ian Duerden, a former Associate Dean of the Faculty of Engineering.
Igor Lukac Engineering Award
Elijah Dietrich
Awarded annually to a full-time student entering their final years (3, 4, 5) in the Integrated Engineering Program. Preference will be given to a student in the combined BESc (Integrated Engineering) and HBA degree program and/or who has international exchange or study-abroad experience. This award was established by Igor Lukac (BESc Integrated/HBA ‘10).
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers Inc. I.E.E.E. Award
Kyle Lacroix
Awarded to a student entering their fourth year in any of the undergraduate programs of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, based on performance in third year technical subjects and an interest in professional affairs as demonstrated by participation in student activities or other organizations. Established through the generosity of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers Inc. (IEEE).
James E. Zajic Memorial Scholarship
Niall Murphy
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in year two or higher of a program offered through the Department of Chemical & Biochemical Engineering, based on academic achievement. This scholarship was established in memory of Professor James E. Zajic who was a faculty member in the Department of Chemical & Biochemical Engineering at Western.
Jean Ann Maynard Scholarship in Electrical Power Engineering
Mackenzie Essington
Awarded to a Canadian citizen and full-time student entering fourth year of the Electrical Engineering program who has achieved a minimum grade of 80% in year three, is taking courses that are directly related to Power Systems Engineering and is most likely to pursue a career in the Electrical Power Industry. Established by Murray Coultes (BESc '67), in honour of his wife, Jean Ann Maynard (BA ‘68).
Joan and Geno Francolini Award in Engineering
Sibtain Manesiya
Awarded to a full-time student in a concurrent Engineering and Honours Business Administration degree program based on academic achievement. Established by Joan (LLD) and Geno Francolini (HBA ‘54).
Jock Tindale Memorial Award
Joshua Guo
Awarded annually to an undergraduate student who is entering their third year of study at Western, who is studying in or has been accepted into the concurrent degree program in Civil Engineering and Business Administration, who demonstrates leadership qualities and has proven interest in the field of construction. This award, created in memory of Jock Tindale, is funded through the generosity of members of the London and District Construction Association and friends through a fund at the London Community Foundation.
John Deere Foundation Award
Marcel Fatovic
Awarded biennially to a full-time student in the concurrent Engineering and Honors Business Administration degree program, based on academic achievement. The award will continue into the fifth year of the combined program if the recipient maintains at least a 70% average. This award was established by a generous gift from the John Deere Foundation.
John M. Thompson HBA/BESc Scholarship
Matthew Kasperavicius
Trevor Smith
Awarded annually to undergraduate students entering their fourth year of the dual degree BESc/HBA program with the highest overall average of courses taken in Engineering 1 and HBA 1, plus Business 2257. This scholarship was established with a generous gift from John M. Thompson (BESc ’66, LLD ’94) and Melinda Thompson (BA ’64 Huron).
Kenneth K.H. Wan Civil Engineering Continuing Scholarship
Joshua Guo
Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student in Year 2 of the Civil Engineering program within the Faculty of Engineering, based on academic achievement (minimum 80% average). This scholarship will continue for three years provided the recipient maintains an 80% average each year with a full course load. If the recipient enters a combined degree program, the scholarship will be continued to include the fifth year of study in a five-year combined degree program provided the recipient has maintained an 80% average with a full course load.
Konrad and Ruth Plumpe Scholarship in Engineering
Amy Li
Awarded annually to a student in second, third or fourth year in the Faculty of Engineering who has achieved academic excellence. This scholarship was established by a generous gift from the Estate of Konrad and Ruth Plumpe, friends of Western.
Konrad Group Digital Innovation Scholarship
Sanjot Boyal
Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in third or fourth year in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering or in the concurrent Engineering and Computer Science program, based on academic achievement and a career interest in technology. This award was established by Konrad Group.
Konrad Group Women in Technology Scholarship
Yuxin Zhi
Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate female student enrolled in third or fourth year in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering or in the concurrent Engineering and Computer Science program, based on academic achievement and a career interest in technology. This award was established by Konrad Group.
Lieutenant Colonel David A. Quick, CD, P.Eng Award
Kyle Inzunza
Awarded annually to a full-time student entering the third year of the Electrical and Computer Engineering program, based on academic achievement. This award was established by Lieutenant Colonel David A. Quick (BESc '83 Electrical).
Lloyd W. Bracewell - Bracewell Engineering Inc. Award
Logan Pankiw
Awarded to a full-time student in year three of a program offered by the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering based on academic achievement and extracurricular activities. This award was established by Lloyd W. Bracewell (BESc '67).
London and District Construction Association Award
Anthony Ambrosetti
Awarded to a student entering fourth year in the Faculty of Engineering who demonstrates a serious interest in pursuing a career in the construction industry or as a consulting engineer and has demonstrated work experience in the construction industry. Established through the generosity of the London and District Construction Association.
London District Sewer & Watermain Construction Award
Kara Bjornson
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in year two or higher in the Civil and Environmental Engineering program based on academic achievement. This award was established by the London & District Heavy Construction Association.
Lynda Diane Shaw Memorial Award
Isaac Clapp
Awarded to a student entering their fourth year of the Mechanical Engineering program. This student must be active in community service activities, student clubs and extracurricular activities and possess good interpersonal skills. Established by friends, colleagues and family in memory of former Western Engineering student Lynda Diane Shaw.
MacKay-Lassonde Award in Computer Engineering
Tyler Amirault
Waleed Sawan
Available to students enrolled in the Computer or Software Engineering programs in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering or in the concurrent Engineering and Computer Science program. Recipients will be selected based on their potential for leadership and other qualities likely to result in distinguished achievement in the future. Established through the generosity of Pierre Lassonde and Claudette MacKay-Lassonde.
Marvin DeVries Award for Engineering Students
Justin Alexander
Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate Indigenous student (First Nations, Inuit or Metis), in year two or higher in the Faculty of Engineering. Preference will be given to a student who demonstrates interest in water issues. This award was established with a generous donation from Trojan Technologies to honour Mr. Marvin DeVries (MEng ’83).
NA Engineering Associates Inc.
Hannah DeVries
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in fourth year Civil and Environmental Engineering, based on a minimum 75% average and involvement in extracurricular activities. This award was established by Nick Aroutzidis (BSc '83).
Ontario Power Generation Award Program
Samantha Goertz
Awarded to a member of an employment equity target group (women, aboriginal, disabled, visible minority). Given to a student who is entering the Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering discipline in second year. The student must have strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrated leadership skills, good academic standing, and an involvement in extracurricular activities. This award was made possible through OPG, a crown corporation who provides half of the electricity generation for the Province of Ontario, using nuclear, hydroelectric, wind, gas and biomass.
Ontario Professional Engineers Foundation for Education Scholarship
Niall Murphy
Benjamin Schneeweiss
Jordan Teeple
Emily Wang
Awarded to undergraduate students in any Engineering program, based on academic achievement (minimum 80%) and demonstrated leadership skills as a major participant in an organization or activity related to Engineering that furthers their professional development. These scholarships are supported by a generous gift from the Ontario Professional Engineers Foundation for Education.
Phillip Nakahara MacLachlan Memorial Award
Maral Mohagheghi Samarin
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in the fourth year of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, based on academic achievement and involvement with volunteer work at the University and/or in the community. This award was established by the parents, family and friends of Phillip Nakahara MacLachlan. Phil is remembered by those who knew and loved him for his passion for life, his commitment to excellence and his involvement with Western, particularly the student orientation week program, intramural sports and the Western Varsity Water Polo Team.
RBC Scholarship in Software Engineering
Scott Andrade
Graham Bohm
Vishal Chopra
Philip Nicoletti
Sanah Pallithotungal
Awarded annually to second year Software Engineering students entering third year in September – this includes HBA1 students returning to Engineering this September for the concurrent Software Engineering and HBA program. The award is based on academic achievement and an interest in pursuing a career in big data, technology, or software engineering. This scholarship was established with a generous gift by RBC to promote and encourage students in STEM to pursue technology careers in banking.
Robert & Linda Adams Award in Engineering
Tasneem Almohamad
Tavleen Dhindsa
Awarded annually to two full-time undergraduate female students in year two in the Faculty of Engineering, based on academic achievement (minimum 80% average). One student will be in Chemical or Biochemical Engineering and one student will be in Computer or Software Engineering. This award was established with a generous gift from Robert and Linda Adams (BEd '84).
Ronald R. Mayo Award in Engineering
Samuel Farnum
Awarded annually to a full-time student in second year or higher in the Faculty of Engineering, based on academic achievement. This award was established by a generous gift from Dr. W.E. Barry Mayo (MD ‘58) in honour of his brother Ronald R. Mayo. Ronald graduated from the University of Alberta with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. After suffering from a tragic car accident he became a social activist promoting highway safety and emergency medical services. He also founded an engineering consulting firm in Lethbridge, Alberta.
Shamrock Foundation Award in Engineering
Tasneem Al Mohamad
Evan Michaelson
Awarded to two full-time undergraduate students entering year two in the Faculty of Engineering, who have a minimum 70% average. One award will be made to a female student and one to a male student. This award will continue into years three and four, provided that the recipient maintains an average of 70% and a full-time course load each year. If the recipient enters a dual degree program, the award will continue for an additional year, providing they continue to meet the academic criteria. This award was established by a generous gift from Terrence Killackey (BESc '85) and Andrea Killackey (BESc '85), through their family foundation, the Shamrock Foundation.
Stantec Consulting Ltd. Civil Engineering Achievement Award
Laith Qarqash
Awarded annually to the student who achieved the highest aggregate marks in their third year of the Civil Engineering program. This award is sponsored by Stantec Consulting Ltd.
TD Scholarship in Engineering
Abdelrahman Alhalbouni
Sanah Pallithotungal
Marcus Tuen Muk
Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student entering their first year in the Faculty of Engineering and intends on registering in Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering in year two, achieve an 85% admission average. This scholarship will continue until the recipient completes their program in Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering, as long as the recipient maintains a 70% average and a full-time course load each year. These scholarships were made possible by a generous donation from the TD Bank Financial Group.
The Parents Fund Award in the Faculty of Engineering
Niall Murphy
Awarded annually to a student in second, third, or fourth year in the Faculty of Engineering who has demonstrated academic achievement while demonstrating leadership in the community and participating in extracurricular activities. Established in 1997 through the generosity of Western Parents.
Tim, Jane and Brian Kwan Award in Engineering
Samuel Farnum
Awarded to a full-time student in year two of Engineering based on academic achievement. This award was established by Tim (BESc '73), Jane and Brian (LLB '04) Kwan.
Tom Ng Engineering Award
Jeesoo Lee
Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student in any Engineering program who has a minimum 70% average. Preference will be given to a student who has immigrated to Canada. This award was established by Mr. Tom Ng, (BESc '85).
Vander Laan Undergraduate Scholarship in Engineering
Waleed Sawan
Awarded to a full-time student in year two or higher of any program in Engineering who demonstrates an academic interest in environmental topics or water issues, based on academic achievement. This award was established by Trojan Technologies in honour of Mr. Hank Vander Laan.
Vladimir Stritesky Engineering Award
Eduardo Castellano
Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student in any Engineering program. Preference will be given to a student who has immigrated to Canada. This award was established by Mr. Vladimir Stritesky (BESc '76).
Walker Wood Foundation Continuing Scholarship in Engineering
Avery Spencer
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in first year in the Faculty of Engineering, based on academic achievement and a student's leadership activities within their school, university, community or other environment. The recipient must be a Canadian citizen. Preference will be given to a student from a rural location. This scholarship was established through a generous gift from The Walker Wood Foundation.
Western Engineering Diversity Ambassador Scholarship
Jayna Joachim
Awarded annually to a full-time student in their third or fourth year of any program in the Faculty of Engineering with academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to improving the diversity and inclusiveness of the Western Engineering Undergraduate Program. Established through the generous support of Western Engineering alumni and members of the Faculty of Engineering.
William Hubert (Hugh) Peacock Award
Alana Morrone
Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student in year three or four of the Civil Engineering program, who has achieved a minimum 70% average in the previous year, is committed to practicing Engineering upon graduation and demonstrates both of two attributes that were vitally important to Professor Peacock: a broad world view and development of leadership abilities. This award was established by friends and colleagues in honour of Dr. Hugh Peacock.
Worley Corporate Award
Cindy Zhang
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student entering fourth year Engineering who has achieved a minimum 75% average in their third year, is enrolled in Chemical and Biochemical Engineering 4497 (Chemical Process and Plant Design) and has been involved in extracurricular activities. Preference will be given to a student who has completed a summer co-op or internship placement with Worley. This award was made possible through a generous donation from Worley Corporation, a leading global provider of professional project and asset services in the energy, chemical and resources sectors.
