The Academic Awards and Scholarships Sub-Committee

Description

The Academic Awards and Scholarships Sub-Committee

One new member is needed for this sub-committee that recommends recipients for various scholarships and prestigious awards. 

Mandate

The mandate of this sub-committee is to provide recommendations to the Joint Grants Committee of The United Church of Canada and The United Church of Canada Foundation on awarding scholarships, bursaries, and other academic awards. The sub-committee provides expertise and insight on the suitability of applicants for awards. The Joint Grants Committee oversees appropriate recognition of awardees, and may request the assistance of the sub-committee in those celebrations. The sub-committee is responsible for: 

• reviewing applications for awards from the McGeachy Senior Scholarship Trust, the W. Norman McLeod Scholarship, the Roy Davidson Award, the V. Blatherwick Trust, and any other academic or scholarship funds that may arise from time to time
• recommending to the Joint Grants Committee the most suitable candidate for each award, the amount of the award, and rationale for award
• making recommendations to the Joint Grants Committee for improving the application, adjudication processes, and any other items that aid in the improvement of the program   

The sub-committee is guided by the terms of each fund, the donor’s intent, and the annual award amount available.  

Membership

The sub-committee will be made up of three to five members appointed by the General Council Executive and The United Church of Canada Foundation.  

Member Skills and Experience

Members of the sub-committee will have:

• the capacity to discern and reflect on emerging theological trends and directions within the United Church 
• the ability to assess applicants' current leadership experience as well as their potential for future leadership
• significant knowledge of our theological schools; strong academic and subject-matter expertise in relevant disciplines 
• broad knowledge of The United Church of Canada and involvement in the work of the United Church beyond their community of faith

United Church Relationship: Active participant

Expectations and Term

• Online meetings: Once per year, typically in mid-April, on a weekday during regular office hours. Meetings generally last two to three hours.
• In-person meetings: None
• Expectations between meetings: Review of the applications and supporting materials in advance of the meeting. This allows meeting time to focus on discussion, deliberation, and decision-making. All materials are provided electronically and in advance of any meeting.
• Additional appointment possibilities or expectations: None
• Appointment term: Three years beginning in December 2026, with the possibility for reappointment for a second three-year term.

For more information about this opportunity, please see the complete description, below.

To Express Interest

To apply for this vacancy, please express interest or nominate someone.

All submissions will be acknowledged by e-mail. If you do not receive acknowledgement, please contact Member Engagement. Incomplete or late submissions cannot be considered.

For further information or assistance in expressing interest or nominating someone, please contact:

Member Engagement
Toll-Free: 1-800-268-3781
E-mail: 

Downloads

• 45-32 Academic Awards.pdf (155.49 KB) (PDF)