Dr. Eric W. Peterson Memorial Fund

Award created thanks to the generosity of the Dr. Mary Ann Mucha in memory of Dr. Eric W. Peterson.

Award Overview

Value of the award:
Minimum $1,000
Number of awards:
Variable
Award frequency:
Annual
Level or program of study:
Undergraduate
Application Type:
Online Scholarship and Bursaries portal, accessible via uoZone.
Application Deadline:
November 3
Renewable:
No

Purpose of this Award

The purpose of the fund is to provide financial assistance to University of Ottawa medical students who qualify under the terms established by the Ontario Trust for Student Support.

Eligibility Criteria

The candidate must:

  1. be registered as a full-time student in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa
  2. be an Ontario resident, as per OSAP rules
  3. demonstrate financial need, as determined by the Financial Aid and Awards Service of the University of Ottawa
  4. demonstrate involvement in activities in medical school and charitable activities outside medical school

How to Apply

Submitted in the Online Scholarship and Bursaries portal, accessible via uoZone, and must include:

  1. the Financial Questionnaire
  2. three letters of reference; at least one from a co-student and one from a professor

About this Award

This fund was established in 2008 by the Dr. Mary Ann Mucha in memory of Dr. Eric W. Peterson. Dr. Peterson, a well known neurosurgeon, captured the spirit of medicine and the spirit of student life. He participated in all aspects of medical student life at the University of Ottawa. Dr. Peterson inspired those around him to do more to help those in need. He captured the hope and enthusiasm of medicine. Dr. Mary Ann Mucha wishes to thank the Government of
Ontario who helped create this fund through their generous matching contribution.