Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship
Paul Antle Entrepreneurial Award
This award was established by a generous donation from Paul Antle. Paul is an award-winning entrepreneur from St. John’s who graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland in 1985 with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. He went on to receive a Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from University of New Brunswick in 1987 and, in 2007, graduated from the Harvard Business School as co-Valedictorian. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to an undergraduate student in any field of study with a proven interest in entrepreneurship. The student will have demonstrated an entrepreneurial mindset and the leadership qualities associated with entrepreneurial success. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of Memorial’s Centre for Entrepreneurship in consultation with the Dean of the appropriate discipline.
Keith Burt Entrepreneurial Award for International Students
This award was established by Paul and Marie Burt in memory of Keith Burt, who started the first Paint Shop franchise in Newfoundland and Labrador, opened on Topsail Road in 1975. Keith was a true entrepreneur. Despite having a young family and no safety net, he quit his job as an Office Manager to pursue his dream of becoming self-employed. Although he passed away suddenly in 1987, Keith’s early contributions helped build the foundation of this successful, Newfoundland-based business. Valued at $500 annually, the award will be granted to an international student who has been accepted for an entrepreneurial work term/internship through the Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship (MCE). There will be one award granted per semester (Spring, Fall & Winter). The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. The award will be granted awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Director, Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship.
James R. Pearcey Award for Entrepreneurship
This Award was established by a generous donation from Mr. Wade. K. Dawe, B. Comm.'92 in memory of James R. Pearcey, a Civil Engineering graduate and former president of the 1993 class at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Valued at $10,000, this award will be granted annually to a student in any undergraduate degree program and any academic year at Memorial University. First preference is for a student in the Faculty of Business Administration. Students must be in clear academic standing though academic performance may be considered. Students must show clear evidence of a significant propensity toward entrepreneurial activities and study as assessed by a competition through the Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship (MCE). Materials for submission to the competition may include an essay or a business plan, or other materials that the applicant feels will demonstrate their entrepreneurial nature. Supporting documentation such as letters of reference, a resume or curriculum vita may also be included. First preference is for a student enrolled in any program in the Faculty of Business Administration. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. This Award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Director, Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship.