Program Details:
| Type | Awards |
| Award Name | Mahatma Gandhi Student Award |
| Program Id | UPAO210 |
| Awarded | fall |
| Procedure | Nomination By Dept |
| Terms of Reference | Granted to a current or newly admitted full-time Simon Fraser University student in good academic standing on the basis of demonstrated community service and leadership. Voluntary service may include any voluntary service which contributes toward the betterment of the human conditions: health related and caring services, literacy an training programs, peer group assistance, work with peace organizations, social justice initiatives, community building services, anti-violence programs, anti-poverty programs, and local, national and international programs that address issues related to peace, justice, and human rights. Applications packages must include a) a one page description of the student's volunteer work including: why the specific volunteer work was chosen, the student's experience as a volunteer, and the effectiveness (or impact of their volunteer work b) include at least one letter of reference from a person in the organization or group with which they volunteered c) a resume which includes all paid and volunteer work to date. The award will be awarded in Fall term each year. Recipients will be recognized at the Gandhi Jayanti each year. The recipient of award will be determined by the Senate Undergraduate Awards Adjudication Committee based upon the nomination of the Institute of Humanities Gandhi Committee. |
| Value | 3500 |