Medals

George Wilbert Cox Cup and Medal
Through the generosity of George Wilbert Cox (B.A. Acadia, 1880; B.A. Harvard, 1895), an endowment has been received to provide a permanent annual award of a solid silver cup suitably engraved to be presented on conditions set forth by the donor to the male student in each college year who has made the most outstanding record in intercollegiate athletics, other extracurricular activities and scholarship.
Recker, Anderson W.
Stillwater Lake, NS

Hayley Medal and Prize
The Haley Medal and Prize are awarded at Spring Convocation in conjunction with a trophy to the female graduating student who has made the most outstanding contribution to varsity athletics, other extracurricular activities and scholarship. The medal and trophy were donated in 1990 by the Haley family to honour Jean Ingraham Haley, Acadia '37, and the four generations of Haley men and women who have contributed greatly to athletics at Acadia. In recognition of generous gifts from Peter (’67) and Luci Haley in 2015, and from David (’64) and Ellen Haley in 2017, a cash prize was added and is awarded annually to the recipient of the Haley Medal.
Merilainen, Emilie
Ottawa, ON

Henry Birks Medal in Education
The Henry Birks Medal in Education is awarded to the student who has attained the highest average in courses of the Bachelor of Education program.
Laman, Carley
Bridgewater, NS

Mining Society of Nova Scotia Centennial Medal
The Centennial Scholarship Medal is provided annually by the Mining Society of NS to a graduating student in the Bachelor of Science (Geology) program.

Sandford, NS

Ralph B. Mounce Medal in Engineering
The Ralph B. Mounce Medal in Engineering is awarded to that student who, having completed the Certificate of Applied Science at Acadia University, has the highest average in the program.
Jollymore, Isabelle
Blandford, NS

Bronze Medals

Acadia University Bronze Medals are awarded at each Spring Convocation to those graduating students who have the highest average in a major or discipline, provided that they have a minimum "A" average in their major and a minimum average of "B" on the courses presented for their degree.

University Medal in Biology
Condran, Georgia
Ottawa, ON

University Medal in Business Administration
Ward, Bronson
Coldbrook, NS

University Medal in Chemistry
Flynn, Grace
Clarksville, NS

University Medal in Classics
Furniss, Amanda
Berwick, NS

University Medal in Community Development
Lavalee, Sarah Shirley
West Vancouver, BC

University Medal in Computer Science
McGhee, Darcy
Cleveland, NS

University Medal in Economics
Simon, Jordan
New Minas, NS

University Medal in Environmental Science
Sams, Margaret
Dartmouth, NS

University Medal in English
Cummings, Kira
Derry, NH

University Medal in French
Cook, Alexis
Rothesay, NB

University Medal in Geology
Maracle, Mitchell
Belleville, ON

University Medal in History
Millett, Lauren
Canning, NS

University Medal in Kinesiology
Matthews, Nikki
Wolfville, NS

University Medal in Mathematics and Statistics
Purcell, Emily
Porters Lake, NS

University Medal in Music
Peng, Chantal
Wolfville, NS

University Medal in Nutrition and Dietetics
Arrowsmith, Sarah
Quispamsis, NB

University Medal in Philosophy
Sweeney, Patrick
Wolfville, NS

University Medal in Physics
Watts, Grace
Halifax, NS

University Medal in Politics
Anness, Rory
Victoria, BC

University Medal in Psychology
Harrison, Krista
Falmouth, NS

University Medal in Sociology
Chappus, Kyle
Wolfville, NS

University Medal in Theatre
Chateauneug, Claire
Burnaby, BC

University Medal in Theology
Parr, Siobhán
Kentville, NS

Silver Medals

Bishop Silver Medal
The Bishop Silver Medal is awarded annually at Spring Convocation to the graduating student from the Faculty of Professional Studies whose standing is closest to that of the Governor General's medalist. The medal was established in 1983 in recognition of the many contributions made by the Bishop family to Acadia and especially in memory of Marianne Bishop Brotz (1946-1982).
Ward, Bronson
Coldbrook, NS

Chipman Silver Medal
The Chipman Silver Medal is awarded annually at Spring Convocation to the graduating student from the Faculty of Pure and Applied Science whose overall average is closest to that of the Governor‑General's medalist. The medal was established in 1986 in recognition of the many contributions made by the Chipman family to Acadia and especially to honour the memory of Richard Leverett DeVeber Chipman (B.A. Acadia, 1903; M.A., 1904; M.D.C.M. McGill, 1908).
Whynot, Shanyn Ebonie
Liverpool, NS

Hayward Silver Medal
The Hayward Silver Medal is awarded at Spring Convocation each year to the graduating student from the Faculty of Arts whose standing is closest to that of the Governor General's medalist. The medal was established in recognition of the many contributions of the Hayward family to Acadia and especially in memory of Constance Hayward (1906-1982). The medal is provided by the Associated Alumni of Acadia University and was first awarded in May 1983.
Fisk, Hannah Elise
Lower Wolfville, NS

Governor General's Silver Medal
The Governor General's Silver Medal is provided by His Excellency the Governor General of Canada to the undergraduate student who achieves the highest academic standing in a Bachelors degree program.
Gravel, Cedric
Gloucester, ON

University Silver Medal in Theology
The Acadia University Silver Medal in Theology is awarded to the top all-around Master of Divinity or Master of Arts (Theology) graduating student at Acadia Divinity College. Primary consideration will be given to students who have achieved a minimum CGPA of 3.6, with at least 75% of their degree requirements having been completed at Acadia. In addition to meeting the academic criteria, students will demonstrate spiritual maturity, an interest in the life of the College, and meaningful contribution to the ministry and life of the Church. This award is made annually at Spring Convocation by the University at the recommendation of the Faculty of Theology.
Darby, Charity
Burin, NL

Gold Medals

Governor General's Gold Medal
The Governor General's Gold Medal is provided by His Excellency the Governor General of Canada to the graduate student who achieves the highest academic standing in their Masters Degree program.
Wilmhoff, Virginia Lee
Riverview, NB

Awards

Department of English Honours Thesis Prize
The Department of English Honours Thesis Prize is awarded annually, on the recommendation of the English Department, to the graduating student who has submitted the best Honours Thesis.
Jankee, Roudraksh
Petit Raffray, Mauritius

Dr. A.H. MacLean Prize in History
The Dr. A. H. MacLean Prize in History is annually awarded on nomination by the Head of the History Department to the graduating honours student who has submitted the best Honours thesis. The prize honours the memory of Dr. A. Harry MacLean who was Head of the History Department from 1960 to 1980 and Dean of Arts from 1966 to 1975.
Millett, Lauren
Canning, NS

Dr. Alex Wright Memorial Award
The Dr. Alex Wright Memorial Award is awarded annually to a graduating student from each of the Kinesiology and Community Development programs who best exemplify energy and enthusiasm for learning, coupled with inquiring minds, and who demonstrate creative thinking, analytical reasoning, and effective communication skills. The award was established in 1997 in memory of Dr. Alex Wright by his graduating students, staff, friends and family.

Community Development
Annett, Janine
Halifax, NS

Kinesiology
Matthews, Nikki
Wolfville, NS

Dr. Hugh A. Noble Prize in Kinesiology
The Dr. Hugh A. Noble Prize in Kinesiology was donated by Dr. Hugh A. Noble to be awarded on the recommendation of the School of Kinesiology to an outstanding member in the graduating class who has demonstrated high academic ability, citizenship and sporting behaviour throughout their years of study.
Morrison, Loch
Wolfville, NS

Dr. Zelda Abramson Award
An annual award given to a fourth-year honours sociology student who is selected by sociology faculty, as demonstrating characteristics central to Dr Abramson's academic and personal philosophy. This includes actively contributing to the Acadia community, the Wolfville community, and the broader sociology community through advocacy and/or academics. In particular, contributing in the areas of feminism, women and gender studies, applied research, and/or archival research.
Vuni, Yayo
Halifax, NS

Frederic H. Sexton Scholarship in Engineering
An endowed scholarship has been established in memory of Frederic H. Sexton, C.B.E., founder and for forty years President of the Nova Scotia Technical College. It will be awarded to the final-year engineering student with the highest record in the course at Acadia and who commences full-time studies at Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Engineering.
Jollymore, Isabelle
Blandford, NS

Grace Dean MacLeod Rogers Prize
The Grace Dean McLeod Rogers Prize, provided by a bequest made by the late Grace Dean McLeod Rogers (Hon. M.A., '11; D.Litt., '55) as a tribute to Presidents A. W. Sawyer, Thomas Trotter, G. B. Cutten and F. W. Patterson, is awarded annually to the young woman of the graduating class whose standing is closest to that of the winner of the Governor General's Medal. This award has been augmented by the Canadian Federation of University Women Wolfville.
Lavalee, Sarah Shirley
West Vancouver, BC

Jane Robb Memorial Prize in Nutrition and Dietetics
The Jane Robb Memorial Prize in Nutrition provided by her mother, is awarded at Spring Convocation on recommendation of the Director of the School of Nutrition and Dietetics to a graduating student who has exhibited leadership potential in the field of nutrition or related areas.
Wen, Kaiyue
Wolfville, NS