Heather Walker Awards
Heather Walker was an academic advisor in the Office of Student Affairs in the Faculty of Fine Arts who showed exemplary care and dedication towards our students.
These awards were established in 1995 through the donations of colleagues and friends to honour the memories of Heather Walker and her daughter Erin.
2023-24 Application deadline
Heather Walker Memorial Scholarship
The Scholarship is awarded annually to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student enrolled in a Bachelor of Fine Arts program, specifically in one of the programs offered at the Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema or Photography in the Department of Studio Arts. This award alternates between the School of Cinema and the Photography Area on an annual basis.
Award value
$1000
Eligibility
In the 2023-24 academic year the Scholarship will be awarded to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student in the BFA in Photography program in the Department of Studio Arts.
Application requirements
Candidates must submit, along with the application form, a personal statement describing their involvement in humanitarian activities and how it impacts on their artistic practice and academic achievement and/or vice versa.
Submitting applications
All documentation must be uploaded through the Student Centre.
Heather and Erin Walker Humanitarian Award
This Award will be awarded annually to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student enrolled in a Bachelor of Fine Arts program who can demontrate a commitment to humanitarian activities while pursuing academic excellence and dedication to community service.
Award value
$1000
Eligibility
This Award will be awarded annually to a full-time or part-time undergraduate student enrolled in a Bachelor of Fine Arts program.
Application requirements
Candidates must submit, along with the application form, a personal statement which demonstrates their commitment to humanitarian activities while in pursuit of excellence in academic, artistic, and community service or related endeavours.
Submitting applications
All documentation must be uploaded through the Student Centre.
About Heather Walker
Heather Walker graduated with a BFA in Cinema in 1980 and obtained a second BFA in Photography in 1988. She pursued successful artistic activities in Photography and was dedicated to humanitarian organizations such as Families for Children, Development and Peace and H.O.P.E.
The Heather Walker Awards are both application-based awards and are administered by the Financial Aid and Awards Office.
Applications and supporting documents are submitted through your Student Centre.
