Lou Hyndman Edmonton Glenora Awards - Renewable
To be awarded annually to students with satisfactory academic standing (on a minimum of 24 credits) registered in the second last year of an undergraduate degree program. Recipients will be selected on the basis of demonstrated leadership through involvement and participation in university or community organizations, sports activities, cultural or political activities and academic standing. This award is renewable for a second year contingent upon the recipient achieving satisfactory academic standing on a minimum of 24 credits taken during the first year of the award.
- Award
- Open
- Scopes
- Continuing
- Deadline
- 03/31/2025
- Supplemental Questions
The Lou Hyndman-Edmonton Glenora Award is valued at $20,000 over two years for undergraduate students in the eligible fields of study. The Award was established in 1986 in recognition of Lou Hyndman’s public service to the Province (’56 BA, ’59 LLB, ‘99 LLD). First elected to the Alberta Legislature at the age of 32 years for Edmonton Glenora in 1967, he sat in Opposition. In 1971, his party won a majority, and he was appointed Government House Leader and Minister of Education. He went on to hold the offices of Minister of Federal and Intergovernmental Affairs and Provincial Treasurer until 1986 when he retired from political life and returned to practising law.
His career in elected public service started at the University of Alberta as President of the Students’ Union in 1959. He returned to the University in a voluntary appointed role as Chancellor from 1994 – 1998. As Chancellor, Mr. Hyndman encouraged students to be well-rounded and engaged in their studies and extracurricular activities, reflecting his own commitment to making the world a better place. His exemplary commitment to public and community service led to his appointment in 1993 as Officer of the Order of Canada.
The Eligibility Criteria for this award includes enrollment in Anthropology, Business, Canadian Studies, Economics, Education, Geography, History, Law, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology or Women & Gender Studies at the University of Alberta, possess exceptional leadership qualities, achieved a GPA of at least 2.0 on a full-time course load over the most recent September to April period and continuing full-time in the second last year of an undergraduate or professional program at the University of Alberta in the upcoming fall.
- Please list up to three of your most meaningful leadership roles and activities. For each, briefly describe your responsibilities, accomplishments, any progression in your leadership within that role or activity and how your personal philosophy of leadership is demonstrated through these activities. (250 words)
- The Honourable Chancellor Lou Hyndman was passionate about serving the public through politics, education, and charitable organizations. Drawing from specific examples, describe how your passion and commitment to serving others have made a meaningful impact in areas such as university or community organizations, cultural initiatives, or political activities. Be sure to include measurable outcomes, challenges you faced, and how the experience you gained will shape your future. (500 words)
- To be considered for this award, please provide us with the contact information of a reference who, from their own experience, can speak about one or more of the points that you have included in your scholarship application.
It is your responsibility to ensure that your reference submits the form before 11:59 PM MST April 7, 2025. Authorize and Release Statement
- 1. I certify that the information contained in this application is complete and correct as of the date of submission. I authorize the Selection Committee or the staff at the University of Alberta to access my academic transcripts and any other information applicable to this application.
- 2. Full Name