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Established by family and friends in memory of Jimmy O'Rourke, an enthusiastic, spirited and dedicated leader who was involved in all facets of the university and who touched the hearts of everyone who knew him. It is presented annually to a full-time or part-time Nipissing University student on the basis of financial need. The recipient must also be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.

Awarded to a full-time student with the highest average (minimum 80%) who is pursuing a major in Gender Equality and Social Justice

Presented to a full-time second year student in the Bachelor of Science Nursing program who displays the qualities of integrity, caring/compassion, patience, empathy, critical thinking, responsibility, and accountability that are important to the nursing profession. The recipient is selected on the basis of financial need and a strong academic record by the faculty in the School of Nursing. The recipient must also be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.

Awarded in the fall term to a full-time upper-year student in the Bachelor of Science Nursing program who demonstrates academic excellence (minimum 70% average) and dedicated community service in health care. The recipient must have previously qualified for a Nipissing University entrance scholarship but no longer qualifies for any of the university’s entrance scholarships in upper years. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need. The final selection is made by the faculty in the department of Nursing.

Established upon the retirement of Murray Green in honour of his dedication and commitment to Nipissing University during his 16 years of service. It is presented annually to a full-time or part-time student who: 1) actively volunteers in community projects and/or 2) is involved in varsity or intramural athletics at Nipissing University and 3) maintains a solid academic record (minimum 75%). Preference is given to students who promote community volunteerism. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.