Frank Baumann Bursary
Application Guidelines
The Foundation is pleased to offer the Frank Baumann Bursary, valued at $2,500, to a deserving BC student enrolled in an engineering or geoscience program who is pursuing studies in the area of geohazards. The recipient will be selected on the basis of financial need, academic standing, community involvement, extracurricular activities, and a student statement.
This bursary is offered in honour of Frank Baumann, P.Eng. Frank was a well-respected professional member and consulted extensively in geotechnical engineering, snow and earth stability, and risk assessment across the province of British Columbia. He was also a teacher, mentor, and exceptional volunteer, freely sharing his time and knowledge with many organizations including Search and Rescue, the UBC Varsity Outdoor Club, and Camp Kawkawa.
The Frank Baumann Bursary was established thanks to generous donations from numerous individuals and organizations.
Deadline
Applications were accepted until 11:59 PM on Friday, September 27, 2024.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be an undergraduate student in third year or above, enrolled in an engineering or geoscience program, and pursuing studies in the area of geohazards.
- Applicants must be a full-time student in the current academic year (co-op students are considered full-time students and are eligible to apply).
- Applicants must be studying at a BC post-secondary institution.
A student is only eligible for one Engineers and Geoscientists BC Foundation scholarship each academic year. If you are successful in more than one Engineers and Geoscientists BC Foundation scholarship competition, you will only receive the award with the highest value.
Previously successful applicants who still qualify under the criteria above are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.
Important Notes
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
- Only applications submitted using this online form will be accepted. Mailed, faxed, or emailed applications will not be accepted.
- For assistance with this form, please email the Student Program Coordinator at [email protected] or call 604.430.8035.