Administration

Each year an awards ceremony is held to honour top achieving students and instructors. Student council has contributed funds to awards that recognize excellence in teaching in the Teacher Education program.

Each year there are two mid-practicum socials held by student council. The purpose of these socials is to invite students and faculty to discuss their practicum experiences and to seek advice as students transition into the field. Last year the socials were held at the Palasad Bowling Alley.

The Literary Magazine Committee was set in place to collect arts and literature produced by the Teacher Candidates at the Faculty of Education. The publication serves as a record of student talent and as a memory of its achievements. In past years, student council has presented the magazine as a gift to the student body.

Graduation formal is an annual event. It is hosted by student council at an outside venue in the city of London, and all students and faculty are invited to attend. Offering transportation from the Faculty of Education building to the event is an important opportunity to complement the event and ensure a safe evening for all in attendance.

At the Spring Convocation, a luncheon is held to honour award recipients. Faculty, staff, donors, award recipients and their guests are invited to attend this event. Each year the Fund provides flowers at this distinguished event.

The Teacher Candidates use the campus facilities for their curricular and co-curricular activities. Student council may choose to contribute financially to maintain and upgrade parts of the building that students often use. Last year students made a contribution to upgrading the theatre to support their dramatic production.

Without the Student Council Donation Fund, these initiatives would not have been possible. The Student Council sincerely thanks students for their donations, which support and enrich the student community in the Faculty of Education.

Awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students in the intermediate-senior division of the Bachelor of Education program, including students in Technological Education, based on financial need and academic standing. Applications can be accessed online through Student Center and must be submitted by September 30. Once the Office of the Registrar has determined financial need, the Faculty of Education will select the recipients. These awards were established by a generous bequest from Dr. Antony J. Bergering (PhD '75, Psychology). Value: 9 at $2,000

Awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students in the intermediate-senior division of the Bachelor of Education program, including students in Technological Education, based on financial need and academic standing.  Applications can be accessed online through Student Center and must be submitted by September 30. Once the Office of the Registrar has determined financial need, the Faculty of Education will select the recipients. These awards were established by a generous bequest from Dr. Antony J. Bergering (PhD '75, Psychology) through Foundation Western. Value: 9 at $2,000

Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student registered in the Intermediate/Senior division in the Faculty of Education, who has selected English as a teaching subject, based on academic achievement and demonstrated financial need. Online financial assistance applications must be submitted through Student Center by September 30. The Faculty of Education will make the final selection of the recipient after the Registrar's Office has assessed financial need. Established by Marguerite Dow, Professor Emerita, The University of Western Ontario, who taught English and Drama in the Faculty of Education from 1965 to 1985. Value: $1,700

Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student in Education, who has demonstrated financial need and achieved a minimum academic average of 70%. Deadline for applications is September 30. Further information regarding applications is provided by the Office of the Registrar on The University of Western Ontario's web site. The Faculty of Education will make the final selection of the recipient. This award was established through Foundation Western by Bruce Davies in honour of Anne M. Elliot, a native of Hamilton, Ontario, who taught at Strathcona Model School from September 1908 through June 1949. She was a conscientious teacher who cared for those in need. Value: $1,500

Awarded to a full-time student in the Faculty of Education based on academic achievement (minimum 70% average) and financial need. Applications can be obtained through Student Center and must be submitted by September 30. The Office of the Registrar will determine financial need, and the recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. This award was established by Ms. Helen Izrael through Foundation Western in memory of her son Edward J. Izrael (BA '69, BEd '69). Value: $1,600

Awarded annually to a full-time student in the Faculty of Education, who has demonstrated financial need and maintained a minimum B average. The on-line Financial Assistance Application can be accessed through Student Center and must be submitted by September 30. These awards were established through Foundation Western by Helene and Barry Mayo (Meds '58). This award is offered through the Ontario Student Opportunity Trust Fund (OSOTF) program, and recipients must meet Ontario residency requirements. Value: $4,300

Awarded annually to a full-time student registered in either the primary-junior, or junior-intermediate division of the Bachelor of Education program, based on standing in courses and practice teaching, community service, as well as demonstrated financial need. Online financial assistance applications are available through Student Center and must be submitted by October 31. An online application outlining community service must also be completed by October 31. Once the Office of the Registrar has determined financial need, the Faculty of Education will select the recipient. Value: $1,300

Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student in the Faculty of Education, based on academic achievement and financial need. Preference will be given to a student in 1st year. Online financial assistance applications are available through the Student Center and must be completed by September 30th. The scholarship/awards committee in the Faculty of Education will select the recipient after the Office of the Registrar assesses the financial need. This award was established with a generous gift from the Estate of Mr. George P. DeKay (BA ’72, Psychology). Value: $4,800

Awarded to the most outstanding student in the regular Primary-Junior, Junior-Intermediate or Intermediate-Senior programs. The memorial award was established in 1984 by family, friends and colleagues to honour the late Professor F.C. Biehl, a noted educator and author who held many posts in the school system of Ontario. 

$1,500 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

This Memorial Award was established in 1982 by family, friends and colleagues to honour the late professor J. Bowden, a highly respected member of this faculty. The recipient of this award is selected based of academic standing with a teachable in one of the major social science fields - Geography, History, Individual & Society, or Family Studies. 

$900 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

Awarded to a student graduating with a Teacher Education degree from the Primary/Junior program, based on academic achievement. This award was established by the sister of Sylvia Cann through Foundation Western as a memorial to her commitment to education. 

$2,400 each - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.

Awarded annually to a student graduating from one of the programs of the Faculty of Education who achieves the highest degree of excellence in academic and professional subjects and makes an outstanding contribution to the programs and other activities of the Faculty of Education. The gold medal, coined by the Faculty of Education, is in honour of Dr. D. Carlton Williams, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., LL.D., President of The University of Western Ontario between 1967 and 1977. It was struck for the first time in 1978 to recognize Dr. Williams' educational achievements and to mark with distinction his retirement from the University. 

GOLD MEDAL - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

This award was established through Foundation Western by gifts from Education alumni and is awarded to undergraduate students in the Faculty of Education whose activities have enhanced the life of the faculty for their fellow students. Students must demonstrate a strong record of extra-curricular activities and a strong record of academic merit. 

$1000 – The student will be nominated for this award by the Dean, the Associate Dean (Program), the Preservice Chair or any faculty member. The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.

Awarded annually to a student at the Faculty of Education who is enrolled in elementary pre-service education who demonstrates excellence in both course work and practicum experience with respect to early literacy development. This award was established in memory of John Dearness by his family. 

$750 - Candidates for this award will be nominated by their language arts instructors and reviewed by a committee of relevant faculty members. The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

Awarded annually to Visual Arts students in the Elementary and Secondary Divisions who have achieved exceptional academic standing in course work and have also demonstrated excellence in art education in practice teaching. One award will be made in each Division. This memorial award was established through Foundation Western by friends and family of the late Dorothy Emery, a teacher at the London Teachers= College, to recognize her professional skills, enthusiasm and ability to motivate students. 

$1,200 each - The recipient will be recommended to the Dean by a committee of Visual Arts instructors and selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

Awarded to a student who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in the elementary or secondary French as a Second Language Teacher Education program and has given evidence that he/she will further the development of French as a second language in schools during his or her career. 

$550 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education, in consultation with instructors of French as a Second Language courses. 

Awarded annually to the student in Primary Education (Early Childhood Education) demonstrating outstanding achievement in Practice Teaching. The late Ira Beatrice Alder (née Helmkay), a former Math educator, established this scholarship for the purpose of training teachers.  

$1100 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.

Awarded to a full-time student pursuing a Teacher Education Degree at any teaching level, based on academic achievement. The recipient will be determined by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.  This scholarship was established by Peter Koens (MEd '86) in honour of his parents, Matthew and Cornelia.   

$700 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.

This scholarship was established by the generosity of Laura McLeish, and it is awarded to an Intermediate/Senior student who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement with Mathematics as a teaching subject. 

$4000 each - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.

Awarded to an outstanding student in the Primary-Junior, Junior-Intermediate, or Intermediate-Senior (mathematics option) program. Selection will be based on excellence in course work at the faculty, orientation to enlightened mathematics teaching and practicum performance. This memorial scholarship was established by family and friends of Dr. W.S. Turner, the founding Dean of Althouse College (1965-69), to honour his outstanding achievements as an educator. 

$450 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

Awarded annually to a full-time student pursuing a Bachelor of Education Degree at any teaching level, based on academic achievement, with Mathematics as a teaching subject.    This scholarship was established through a bequest from Milton Walker (MD '28) and Helen Walker (BA '24). 

$1,900 -The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee, with recommendations from the Mathematics Subject Group. 

Awarded annually to a full-time student pursuing a Bachelor of Education Degree at any teaching level, based on academic achievement, with one of the Sciences as a teaching subject.  These scholarships were established through Foundation Western by a bequest from Milton Walker (MD 1928) and Helen Walker (BA 1924). 

$1,900 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee, with recommendations from the Science Subject Group.  

Awarded to any preservice student enrolled in music courses, Fine Arts Subject Group in the Faculty of Education. The student must have been successful in practice teaching, demonstrated interest in the use of Tonic Solfa and possess a high degree of knowledge and proficiency through use of Tonic Solfa. Established by the late Dawson Woodburn, Professor Emeritus, The University of Western Ontario. 

$1000 each - The recipients will be recommended to the Dean by a committee of music instructors and selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

Dr. Wright, a former director of music for the London Board of Education and noted music arranger, has established these annual scholarships to encourage the development of vocal and instrumental music. Selection is based on academic achievement and is awarded to students enrolled in the Junior/Intermediate or Intermediate/Senior education programs with a strong interest in teaching Vocal or Instrumental Music. 

$2,400 each - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.

Awarded annually to an undergraduate student completing a Bachelor of Education degree at any teaching level, based on academic excellence and proficiency in Physical Education. This award was established by Mrs. Alberta O’Neil, a retired teacher. 

$2,200 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.

Awarded to a full-time first-year student in the Primary/Junior program of the Bachelor of Education based on academic achievement. Preference will be given to students demonstrating leadership through community service and facing life challenges. The scholarship will continue provided the recipient progresses to year two. If a recipient fails to retain the scholarship, a new student in first year will be selected. Only one student may hold this scholarship at any given time. This scholarship was established by The Ralph M. Barford Foundation in honour of Carol Johnston.  

$9,300 (continuing for two years) - The recipient will be selected by the Teacher Education Office in the Faculty of Education from information provided in the Bachelor of Education admission application.  

Awarded annually to a student completing a Bachelor of Education degree, based on academic achievement and excellence in practicum teaching in a Catholic board of education. This award was established by a generous gift from Ms. Elizabeth T. Dorner (BA’68, Psychology). 

$3,300 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

This award is made possible by a generous gift from Entente Education District 8 London Middlesex and was established in 2007 to recognize outstanding achievement in practice teaching. Entente Education (formerly known as RTOERO) is an organization of 83,000 members, nationwide, representing retirees and those still working in education. District 8 London Middlesex represents over 3,500 members. 

$1,000 each - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.

Awarded annually to a full-time student pursuing a Bachelor of Education degree at the Intermediate/Senior teaching level, based on academic achievement, with one of the Sciences as a teaching subject. Established through Foundation Western as a bequest from Harold Dene Webber (BSc Honors ‘50 and professor emeritus, Faculty of Education). 

$2,800 - The recipient will be selected by the Science Subject Group, whose coordinator will recommend the nominee to the Dean of the Faculty of Education.  

Awarded annually to a student completing second year in the Bachelor of Education program (either Primary/Junior or Junior/Intermediate) in the Faculty of Education. This award was established by the family and friends of Kathleen Jerome (BEd 1979, BA 1976) in honour of her teaching career. 

$1000 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

Awarded to full-time undergraduate students in the Faculty of Education based on academic achievement. Preference will be given to candidates who show exemplary teaching skills during their practicum. This award was established by a generous gift from Drazen Ivanisevic (B.A ‘10) to honour a student teacher about to embark on their teaching career. 

$1,500 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.

Awarded annually to an undergraduate student completing a Bachelor of Education at any teaching level, to encourage and reward excellence in practice teaching. Students in all divisions are eligible to receive the award. This award was established by the Faculty of Education Students’ Council of 1985/86. 

$600 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

Awarded annually to a student completing a Bachelor of Education degree based on outstanding contributions to Western’s Faculty of Education community, despite personal challenges experienced and overcome during the academic year. Students must apply for this award by March 30 and submit to the Preservice Office in the Faculty of Education a one-page statement outlining the challenges they have had to overcome while completing their education degree/diploma.   

$2,100 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

Awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students graduating from any Bachelor of Education program based on exceptional performance in both course work and practice teaching. 

$2,500 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education. 

Awarded to full-time undergraduate students in the Early Years Educator (Primary/ Junior) program, Faculty of Education who show excellent teaching skills in their practicum and studies. The late Santosh Kumari Bhardwaj, a successful teacher, created and operated three early childhood education centres in London, Ontario. This award was established by her family in her honour to recognize her enthusiasm, courage and commitment to early education. 

$1,000 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.

Awarded to full-time undergraduate students graduating with a Bachelor of Education in the Primary/Junior program with academic achievement. This scholarship was established by Sylvia M. McPhee (BA ‘64). Sylvia M. McPhee championed excellence in teaching and teacher education throughout her career and beyond. 

$2,000 - The recipient will be selected by the Scholarship and Awards Committee in the Faculty of Education.