Cathy Watts Memorial Scholarship

Cathy Watts Memorial Scholarship This scholarship has been established at the University of Saskatchewan in memory of Cathy Watts, a t

This scholarship aims to provide financial support for continuing graduate or undergraduate students studying at the University of Saskatchewan who can demonstrate their commitment to the promotion of forms of active transportation such as cycling and walking. It is open to all continuing students who are enrolled in a degree or non-degree program in any discipline at the University of Saskatchewa

n, whether at an undergraduate or graduate level, and who will be at least in their second year of post-secondary studies. To be eligible, applicants must:

- provide a one-page statement to demonstrate their commitment to the promotion of cycling, walking, or other forms of active transportation through their work, community involvement and advocacy, research or studies;

- provide two letters of reference attesting to this commitment (a) in relation to academic or employment-related research or studies or (b) in relation to one or more organizations that have an express mandate to promote active transportation or related infrastructure (e.g. Saskatoon Cycles, Walking Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Trail Alliance, etc);

- preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their statement and letters of reference how their community advocacy, research, or studies will improve conditions for groups who are underrepresented as users of active transportation; and

- candidate must be in good academic standing with a minimum average of 65% in the previous academic year. Please contact the University of Saskatchewan Awards Office if you have further questions on eligibility for this scholarship and the application process: https://teaching.usask.ca/about/units/student-finance-and-awards.php

The financial sustainability of this scholarship relies on generous donations from other members of the community that Cathy served so well. Please consider making a charitable donation at the following link: https://donate.usask.ca/online/advancement.php?fund_code=302835CWATTS

04/28/2022

Are you a continuing student at the University of Saskatchewan who is passionate about active transportation and community building? If so, then you should consider applying for the Cathy Watts Memorial Scholarship for the upcoming 2022/2023 academic year.

You can now apply for this scholarship by logging into your PAWS account and selecting the "Scholarships and Bursaries" tab. Press the "Apply for Award" button, click "Apply", and then select "2022-2023 Continuing Scholarships Application (Deadline: June 1, 2022)". This should allow you to select the Cathy Watts Memorial Scholarship and you'll find more detailed application instructions by clicking on this option in the list.

Applications are due June 1st. Please share this information with anyone you think might be eligible and interested.

Details regarding eligibility can be found here: https://students.usask.ca/money/awards/undergraduate-awards.php?award=302835CS01

04/05/2022

Are you a continuing student at the University of Saskatchewan who is passionate about active transportation and community building? If so, then you should consider applying for the Cathy Watts Memorial Scholarship for the upcoming 2022/2023 academic year.

Keep an eye out for the application form, which should be available through your PAWS account soon. Applications are due June 1st.

Details regarding eligibility can be found here:

Access frequently used application forms and view eligibility criteria for university awards.  View information on how to access application forms in PAWS.

“I can just hear Cathy. If she was here now, she would say, ‘Holy Dinah. I can’t believe it.’ I think she would have bee...
04/22/2021

“I can just hear Cathy. If she was here now, she would say, ‘Holy Dinah. I can’t believe it.’ I think she would have been overjoyed with the fact that people interested in what she believed in would be aided in that pursuit now.” ❤️

The University of Saskatchewan just released a lovely tribute to Cathy in support of this memorial scholarship:

Cathy Watts (BSPT’85) was well-known for promoting healthy lifestyles through cycling circles in Saskatoon. The Cathy Watts Memorial Scholarship has raised $40,000 to support USask students with similar passions

For those who may have missed it, here's the beautiful obituary for Cathy that was published in the Saskatoon StarPhoeni...
04/18/2021

For those who may have missed it, here's the beautiful obituary for Cathy that was published in the Saskatoon StarPhoenix:

Cathy WATTS passed away . This is the full obituary where you can express condolences and share memories. Published in the Saskatoon StarPhoenix on 2020-09-11.

Welcome! This page has been created to raise awareness about the Cathy Watts Memorial Scholarship. It can also be a spac...
04/18/2021

Welcome! This page has been created to raise awareness about the Cathy Watts Memorial Scholarship. It can also be a space for us to share memories about Cathy and her many contributions to our community. Check out the page information for more details about the scholarship and eligibility for it. And consider making a donation through the University of Saskatchewan to make sure it is sustainable well into the foreseeable future: https://donate.usask.ca/online/advancement.php?fund_code=302835CWATTS&fbclid=IwAR1hhQcFUSYVEI9ZVg8XDcDXYTXFtmabi2vac_l3OFZmm_C0aPR-Ig06tjc

04/18/2021

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