Art Rouse Memorial Scholarship in Veterinary and Comparative Cancer Studies

This scholarship was established in recognition of Mr. Rouse's lifelong commitment to companion animal welfare and his love for dogs and rescued animals. It supports veterinarians entering a full-time DVSc program offered by the Department of Clinical Studies at OVC, with preference given to students in oncology. If no oncology student qualifies in a given cycle, preference shifts to a DVSc student pursuing companion animal research more broadly. Only one award is granted every 4 years, with a new recipient selected once the current recipient is no longer eligible to hold the award (e.g., graduation or unsatisfactory academic progress).

Substantial award: up to $141,000 total, payable over 9 semesters ($47,000 per year)

Renewable for up to 3 years

Awarded in the fall; recipient must be registered to receive payment

Must be a veterinarian entering a full-time DVSc (Doctor of Veterinary Science) program in the Department of Clinical Studies at the Ontario Veterinary College

Preference given to students specializing in oncology; if none qualify, preference given to DVSc students pursuing companion animal research

Must demonstrate high academic standing at completion of their DVM (or equivalent veterinary) degree

Open to both Canadian citizens/permanent residents/protected persons and non-Canadian citizens/permanent residents/protected persons (broad citizenship eligibility)

Must maintain satisfactory academic progress to retain/renew the award