A complete list of awards, bursaries, and scholarships can be found at catalogue.rrc.ca/AvailableAwards
The Mervin Maxwell Award was established in February 2009 to honour the memory of Mervin Maxwell, a dedicated long-term instructor and the first coordinator in the Certificate in Adult Education (CAE) program at Red River College. Mervin was a well-respected adult educator who spent his career educating teachers. His passion for his work stemmed from the belief that knowledge and skills related to teaching and learning are as equally important as subject area expertise. A Certificate is presented annually to a graduate of the Certificate in Adult Education Program. The award is intended to meaningfully recognize an individual who has distinguished himself or herself through completion of the CAE program in a manner which demonstrates a commitment to life-long learning and professional development that supports the distinctive ideals of adult learning.
This is an $800 award given annually to a student who demonstrates exceptional effort and/or the ability to lead, organize and engage students or members of the community in embodying the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, multiculturalism and social justice.
The successful recipient will be a community activist, advocate or leader who has worked for systemic changes at various levels and with various social identities in mind. Their advocacy may involve (but is not limited to): human rights, LGBTT* issues, anti-racism, anti-poverty, public health, non-violence, community-building and student engagement, or encouraging others on issues of social justice that impact the lives of students and the broader community.
Applications will be evaluated by the Diversity Awards Selection Committee, based on the following criteria:
• Making a significant contribution to equity, inclusion and social justice through community engagement, either in specific positions of responsibility or while involved in organizing activities. (Requirements: Student statement and at least one reference letter)
• Engaging and inspiring other students or members of the community to advocate on social justice issues that impact the lives of students or the general community.
• Financial need may also be considered. Applicants may choose to complete the financial section of the application, and/or include information.
All full-time and part-time Red River College students are welcome to apply. The general application form must be accompanied by a student statement and required letter(s) of reference in order to be considered. The deadline for applications is February 15.