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Society for Ecological Restoration Ontario (SERO) Scholarships The following information is also available in a PDF available for downloading here. The scholarship application is also available in a Word document available for downloading here. Philosophy & Description SER Ontario is part of an international organization committed to the ecologically sensitive repair and management of ecosystems. While the focus of our efforts is the Ontario region, we strive to share ideas and initiatives across borders and around the globe. The SER Ontario mission is to promote the practice of ecological restoration and provide educational opportunities and materials for members and for the community at large. We, in collaboration with the central SER body, are committed to the development of ecological restoration as a science, art and conservation strategy. SER Ontario currently includes members with a wide range of backgrounds and interests who all share an active interest in ecological restoration. Our membership includes ecologists, educators, NGOs, writers, gardeners, designers, environmental consultants, native plant growers, arborists & foresters, scientists & researchers, natural resource managers and many others who have simply cultivated an interest in ecological restoration. SER Ontario annually offers two scholarships to students whose studies focus on applied, natural and/or social aspects of ecological restoration. These scholarships are valued at $500 and are non-renewable. One scholarship is reserved for an undergraduate student at an Ontario university, and the other is reserved for a student enrolled in an Ontario community college. Scholarship Objectives
The objectives of the SER Ontario scholarship program are to: Requirements/Qualifications The SER Ontario scholarships are available to either Canadian citizens or landed immigrants attending a college or university in Ontario. Students may apply during any year of their academic program, but must be enrolled full-time for at least two terms during the award year in any discipline relating to ecological restoration. The results of each year’s scholarship competition will be announced at the annual SER Ontario General Membership meeting in the fall. Successful applicants must agree to allow their names and brief profiles to be published in the SER Ontario newsletter. Successful applicants must also provide their social insurance number for income tax purposes. Adjudication Scholarships are assessed on the basis of:
Scholarship Application Applicants must submit a complete application form (download PDF here), including a 300 word statement, three attachments (as described in the application) and two letters of reference (to be sent directly to the SER Ontario scholarship committee). The deadline for receipt of a paper copy of the complete application and letters of reference is Friday, October 12 2007. Electronic submissions will not be accepted. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all material is sent directly to SER Ontario scholarship committee, with the exception of reference letters. Results will be announced in late October 2007. Complete applications should be sent to: Prof. Jennifer Foster
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