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UNBC Student First Fund
We are Ready and UNBC’s students have got what it takes to transform communities like ours in a changing world. We ask you to be part of it with us. Help us to unleash the power of people with your generosity.
By supporting our Student First Fund you will help students at UNBC share what they learn with the world. Let’s help them focus on their studies, advance healthy lives, shape thriving societies, and create solutions for the planet.
Thank you for being part of this education and research vision for Northern British Columbia. Spread the word or donate, together we can accomplish something great!
Chancellor Iona Campagnolo Memorial Scholarship
The Honourable Chancellor Iona Campagnolo, the first chancellor of the University of Northern British Columbia, was a distinguished Canadian and British Columbian. Chancellor Campagnolo was also the first woman president of the Liberal Party of Canada and the first woman Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia.
She was an integral part of UNBC's vision, declaring that "The University of Northern British Columbia will be a welcoming place for all students, not grudgingly, or in spite of their colour, race, gender or place of origin, but in frank celebration of it." Her intention with this award is to discover and support a northern gem — someone with a dream of education and a passion to give back to northern communities.
Please consider giving to this inspiring award for UNBC students.
Haffner Helping Hand Award
From green to gold, UNBC's longest-serving employee who joined the University community in its earliest days, has now stepped into retirement with a wealth of golden memories.
While her day-to-day presence on campus will be deeply missed, Bethany leaves behind a permanent legacy with the Haffner Helping Hand Award, an endowed fund established by her and her husband Darrin to support undergraduate or graduate students with financial need.
“My hope is to inspire other employees to work with UNBC Giving. I want them to see they can create awards with little contributions that have a lasting legacy. Start now,” she encourages, “And it can grow into an amazing gift to UNBC students!”
IWAU - Inspiring Women Among Us Award
In 2015, the IWAU created the Inspiring Women Among Us Award. It is available to students identifying as women or non-binary, and is one of the most accessible awards at UNBC.
From significant caregiving duties, and single parenting challenges, to severe illness, and lingering mental and physical impacts from assaults, the students who apply are still pushing forward towards their dreams of a degree. Many are the first in their families to attend university. Often, applicants are Indigenous or International students with few alternate sources of funding. Many are holding multiple jobs to pay for their education. Their testimonials are heartbreaking and while it might not seem like much, this $1,000 award makes a world of difference to them and their families.
The need is great and your contributions have significant impact. We currently provide 5 of these incredible Inspiring Women Among Us Awards. Help us increase the number we can give out each year.
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