2013 HTM Awards Program

These awards are available to all full-time students in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Ryerson University. Each award listed below has criteria which can be reviewed by clicking on the award name. Please note that not all awards are offered every year. Some awards may require a budget form where a link is attached as part of the criteria. The deadline for submission of the applications, along with a copy of your resume, is Friday, September 6, 2013. 

The year on which the awards are based is the 2012-2013 academic year. Please apply to the awards that you qualify for that year, not the ones that are for the year you will be in this Fall. You must have taken the course(s) listed or the highest level course during the past year when a group of courses are listed.

Click here for Application and Budget forms.

Awards are subject to change at any time.

You can use the following methods for submission of applications:

• drop them off at the HTM Admin Office, TRS 3-002
• email to htm@ryerson.ca
• fax to (416) 979-5281
• mail to: Awards Committee, Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Ryerson University, 350 Victoria St., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2K3

Awards

+ F. Gerry Brander Memorial Award - $1,000

Achievement of a high standing in Tourism Concepts (HTT202), Travel Product Distribution (HTT303) and Tourism Policy Issues (HTT509)
By application
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Cara Operations Award - $1,000

Open to students entering in their 3rd or 4th year
Demonstrate an interest in the restaurant food and beverage industry as a career through recent courses taken and work or volunteer experience within the Restaurant Industry
A completed application must include a letter (maximum 500 words) outlining your demonstrated interest and experience in the restaurant food and beverage industry and why it is your career choice
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Colliers International Hotels Award - $1,500

Open to students who have completed third year and entering their final year of studies
Achievement of high academic standing in Managerial Accounting (HTA402) and Financial Management (HTA602) for Hospitality and Tourism Management
Work experience in the lodging sector of the hospitality industry
Experience and/or interest in hotel real estate and/or financing plus interest in assisting in planning for the Annual Canadian Hotel Investment Conference during fourth year
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ George B. Davidson Scholarship Award - $500

Achievement of the high standing in Lodging Industry and Organization (HTL101) and Property Management Systems (HTL201)
Significant contribution to the Hospitality and Tourism Management program through extra-curricular and/or co-curricular activities
By application
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Delta Hotels Hospitality and Tourism Scholarship - $2,000

Awarded to a student who has completed first year on going into second year
Based on academic merit, demonstrated leadership and involvement in community and campus organizations
By application
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Director’s Award of Excellence - $1,000 & Plaque

Awarded to the graduating student with the highest cumulative GPA who has exhibited a commitment to excellence in academic course work
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Foodservice Purchasing Association of Canada – Valarie Gray Scholarships - $1,000

Achievement of the high standing in Food and Beverage Cost Control Systems (HTF201)
Demonstrated interest in the purchasing aspect of the foodservice industry
Demonstrate financial need on the attached Budget Form
By application
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Granite Club Award (in memory of Sarah Threapleton) - $1,500

Awarded to a student who has completed third year of the program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.33
Experience in a Canadian Club Management environment and an interest in pursuing club management as a career
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Greater Toronto Hotel Association Award - $1,800

2 awards at $1,800 each
Completed first year and entering second year with a Clear Academic standing
high academic standing in the following first year HTM courses: HTF100 (Introduction to Foodservice), HTL101 (Lodging Organization and Operations) and HTT202 (Tourism Concepts)
Work experience in hotels/resorts
Must be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Protected Person and live in Ontario
Demonstrate financial need on the attached OTSS Budget Form
By application
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Greater Toronto Hotel Association – John Burt Memorial Award - $1,000

High academic standing in Meeting and Convention Management (HTL503), Lodging Facilities Management (HTL507) and any one of Advanced Hospitality Management (HTH706), Hospitality Purchasing and Distribution Systems (HTL605) or The Value of Branding in Lodging (HTL701)
Experience in hotel/resort operations
Career objective to continue in the hotel/resort sector upon graduation
By application
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Hospitality and Tourism Revenue Management Award - $1,000

Achievement of highest grade in Revenue Management for Hospitality and Tourism (HTA708)
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Hospitality and Tourism Management Annual Fund Articulation Award - $1,000

Awarded to a student who has successfully completed a diploma at a community college with high academic standing
Student has to have completed their first year and entering into their second year of studies at the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
Involvement in extra-curricular activities at the school
By application
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Hospitality and Tourism Management Annual Fund Quality Service Management Award - $1,000

High academic standing in Service and Professionalism (HTH102)
Selection will be based on a combination of academic performance, hospitality work experience, extracurricular involvement (activities and honours) and personal attributes
By application
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Hospitality and Tourism Management Annual Fund Research Award - $1,000

High academic standing in Research and Data Analysis (HTR841)
Selection will be based on a combination of academic performance, hospitality work experience, extracurricular involvement (activities and honours) and personal attributes
By Application
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Frank Hughes Memorial Award - $1,000

Highest standing in Tourism Concepts (HTT202) and Travel Product Distribution (HTT303)
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Jack O. Hurlbut/Bitove Foundation Scholarship - $2,000

Achievement of the high grade in Dimensions of the Food Service Industry (HTF100), Food and Beverage Cost Control Systems (HTF201), Quantity Food Production (HTF505) and Management of Food and Beverage Operations (HTF506)
Evidence of supervisory foodservice experience which meets Bitove’s five star objectives in cleanliness, service, presentation. Friendliness and quality
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ William F. Lougheed Hospitality and Tourism Management Scholarship - $3,000

Awarded to a third year students going into 4th year
Minimum of B grade in both HTH503 Human Resources Administration and HTH601 Organizational Behaviour I
Intention to minor in Human Resources
Extracurricular involvement
Submit a copy of your resume
Include a OTSS Budget Form
Must be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Protected Person and live in Ontario
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Mandarin Restaurant Service Award - $1,000

Open to students who have completed third year and entering their final year of studies
Must demonstrate excellence in both HTH102 (Service and Professionalism) and HTH501 (Advanced Service Management) with a minimum grade of B+ in each course
Include a one-page cover letter describing why you are an ideal candidate who has demonstrated academic excellence and commitment in the service area
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Oneida Silversmiths Canada Limited Award - 48 Piece Stainless Set

48 piece service for eight in pattern of ONEIDA’s choice in Community Silverplate, complete with a solid wood storage chest
Awarded to a graduating student
Achievement of high standing in all elective and required Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management courses
Student who best displays the concept of hospitality in the host/guest relationship, through his/her concern for achieving customer satisfaction
Nomination by fellow students
By Nomination Form Nomination Form
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Renard International Hospitality Consultants Ltd. Award - $400

Achievement of high standing in Organizational Behaviour (HTH601)
Awarded to a second year student going into third year who has displayed a humanitarium approach toward his/her fellow students
Nomination by fellow students
Must Include Nomination Form
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Ryerson Hospitality Alumni Association (RHAA) Green Award - $1,000

Awarded to a second year student with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Submit a short essay on the topic “What level of responsibility does the Hospitality industry have to operate in a sustainable manner? What are the benefits (financial and otherwise)? What contribution should students make to this effort?”
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Ryerson Hospitality Alumni Association (RHAA) Spirit of Community Award - $1,000

The RHAA strives to help in the creation of networks that promote and support professional and social connections
Awarded to a current student in any year of the program who has demonstrated an awareness of this value and has contributed in a significant way to the creation of professional connections for the school and its students
The winner will have done this either by actively participating with the RHAA and its activities and/or by being an active volunteer in the University and HTM communities
Nomination by their fellow classmates, their teachers and/or the RHAA Executive via a letter that details their activities in support of community building
Nomination by fellow students
By Nomination
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ J. Duff Shaw Hospitality and Tourism Management Scholarship - $3,000

High academic standing in Meeting and Convention Management (HTL503)
Write a letter of application to a “meeting management company explaining why you should be hired. Outline your qualifications
Attach a copy of your resume
Demonstrate financial need on the attached OTSS Budget Form
By application
Must be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Protected Person and live in Ontario
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel Award - $1,000

Achievement of high academic standing in Service and Professionalism (HTH102), Advanced Service Management Systems (HTH501), Human Resources Administration (HTH503) and Advanced Hospitality Management (HTH706)
Work experience considered
Awarded to a service-oriented individual in Hospitality and Tourism Management
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre Award - $1,000

Awarded to a first year student
Achievement of high average in Lodging Industry and Organization (HTL101)
Successful work experience in the hotel sector of the industry
Career aspirations directed to the hotel industry
By application
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Tourism Toronto Awards - $1,500

2 awards at $1,500 annual awards
Awarded to a third or fourth year student
Demonstrate academic excellence by achievement of a minimum grade of 3.00 in HTT202 and HTT303 and either HTT509 or HTT510
Interest in pursuing a career in Hospitality and Tourism in the Greater Toronto Area that encourages tourists to come to the region, or serves tourists while in the region, either through course work taken and/or work experience
Demonstrate financial need with the attached OTSS Budget Form
Must be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Protected Person and live in Ontario
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Colleen Walker and Robert Hudyma Entrepreneurship Award - $1,000

Awarded to a third year student who exhibits a lively intellect, creativity and entrepreneurial ability, intent on pursuing a career in food and beverage, catering and/or event management
Must have completed all required food courses and at least one elective course in food and beverage or event management
students must write a one-page paper providing justification why they should be the award recipient
Must include a letter of recommendation from a HTM faculty member
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice

+ Westmont Hospitality Group Award - $1,000

Awarded to a second year student
Achievement of high academic standing in required lodging courses
Experience in the hotel industry and the ambition to continue in the hotel sector upon graduation
By selection
All applicants must be a full time student with a Clear standing in the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
All awards are subject to change without notice