Student Essay Awards

The Institute of Criminology and Criminal Justice is seeking applications for four student awards. Applicants must be in a Criminology and Criminal Justice program (either a declared major or minor), be in good academic standing, and be registered (part/full time) throughout the Fall 2023/Winter 2024 academic terms. For more details and how to apply, please see the document linked below.

Student Essay Award (Anti-racism) – Value $500

ICCJ students researching and writing about efforts to address systemic racism and white supremacy are invited to apply for this Student Essay Award. Essays include research papers undertaken for courses or Honours theses.

Student Essay Award (Decolonization) – Value $500

ICCJ students researching and writing about Indigenous sovereignty and decolonization are invited to apply for this Student Essay Award. Essays include research papers undertaken for courses or Honours theses.

Community Engagement Awards – Value $500 (2 awards available)

ICCJ students working on anti-racism or decolonization issues in the community or as part of their placement.

Additional Award Guidelines & How to Apply

Application submission is now closed.
Award winners will be announced in May 2024.