U of S Announces a $100,000 Investment in Agriculture Awards

Posted February 04, 2004


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - February 4, 2004 2004-02-04-AG

U of S Announces a $100,000 Investment in Agriculture Awards

Today, University of Saskatchewan President Peter MacKinnon announced new
scholarships and bursaries for Agriculture students worth more than
$100,000. To be eligible for these, students must apply for them by February
15, 2004.

They include:
- College of Agriculture Renewable Entrance Scholarships - SIX $10,000
scholarships
- College of Agriculture Transfer Scholarships - FOUR $7,500 scholarships
- College of Agriculture Entrance Scholarships - TWENTY $1,000 scholarships
- College of Agriculture Aboriginal Bursaries - FIVE $1,000 awards to
students of Aboriginal descent

"The College of Agriculture is at the forefront of world-class innovation in
agricultural education, research and economic and social development. This
investment in our agriculture students ensures a bright future for the
industry and the province as a whole," said Peter MacKinnon.

"The U of S is a world class educational and research institution; our
students are outstanding, and well prepared to take their place as strong
leaders in Canada and around the world. We are delighted to be able to
continue this tradition," added Ernie Barber, Dean of the College of
Agriculture.

The money for these awards comes from the College Trust Fund. In the future,
the College will look to Alumni and friends of the College to add to the
Fund so that all future students can continue to benefit.

For details on the College and its programs or on other awards available to
students at the College of Agriculture, please visit www.ag.usask.ca.

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For more information, please contact:

Peter MacKinnon
President
University of Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 966-6612

Ernie Barber
Dean, College of Agriculture
University of Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 966-4050

Bob Tyler
Associate Dean, College of Agriculture
University of Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 966-4064