Awards
Please return all completed applications to the current Vice-President by December 31, 2012 BY EMAIL ONLY to vp@cnsa.ca. For those awards that require transcript attachment please EMAIL an unofficial transcript to your application and mail an official copy to: Canadian
Nursing Students' Association Post delivered applications WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED, you MUST email your applications. "DOWNLOAD AWARD APPLICATION HERE"CNSA Position Statement/Resolution National Conference AwardAre you a nursing student that has a passion for a particular issue within the profession, education or policy? Have you ever considered writing a position statement for CNSA? If this is you, you need to apply for this brand new 2012/2013 award. Because we know that issues within nursing arise at a number of different levels (schools, provinces, policy, politics) CNSA is always looking for its students to think, research and be involved.
Two winners of this award will be selected to present their position statement at National Conference. This includes: Transportation, hotel and registration. A third place winner will be selected and receive support to the conference based on available funds.
Are you a nursing student that has a passion for a particular issue within the profession, education or policy? Have you ever considered writing a position statement for CNSA? If this is you, you need to apply for this brand new 2012/2013 award. Because we know that issues within nursing arise at a number of different levels (schools, provinces, policy, politics) CNSA is always looking for its students to think, research and be involved. Two winners of this award will be selected to present their position statement at National Conference. This includes: Transportation, hotel and registration. A third place winner will be selected and receive support to the conference based on available funds. Deadline: December 31, 2012 CNSA Community Education and PromotionThis is an award for students that go above and beyond their calling as a nursing student. The winner of this award will have held an event in within their community or school which represents a contemporary nursing issue or charity. The student may have held a series of events or one event which was advertised and attended by an audience. An example of an event may include: A presentation on bullying in the hospital/work place, AIDS awareness, or a fundraiser for an event that is in line with CNSA’s values and beliefs. The student must provide supporting documentation of the event (poster/advertisement) and a letter from a faculty member stating that the event occurred. 1 award x $1000 Deadline: December 31, 2012 Continuing Education AwardThe continuing education award is for students that wish to further their nursing skill and knowledge at a conference outside of CNSA. The student must provide the conference itinerary and supporting documentation of registration of the event. The student must also provide 500 words about why they chose the conference and how it will enhance their learning. Examples may include: Palliative care, Nursing Theory, or Alternative therapies. 1 awards of $500 Deadline: December 31, 2012 Canadian Association of Nursing Research (CANR) and CNSA Joint AwardThe Canadian Association of Nursing Research and CNSA Joint Award of $1000.00 is awarded to one student in their second year or higher in a Canadian nursing degree program. Students are invited to submit an Abstract for a paper presentation which will be reviewed by a scientific review committee. The successful student will present their paper (research or non-research based) at the CNSA National Conference. Sigma Theta Tau International, Honor Society of Nursing Scholarship For Post-RN Baccalaureate StudentsSigma Theta Tau International, Honor Society of Nursing Scholarship for Post-RN Baccalaureate Students was established in 2002 to recognize one post-RN student with a clear vision of what their further education means to them. The scholarship, valued at $2000.00 USD, will be award to the post-RN student who can demonstrate, through references and a personal essay on "How has entering your post-RN degree changed your view on nursing as a whole or in your personal practice?." Sigma Theta Tau International, Honor Society of Nursing Scholarship For Student Clinical ExcellenceSigma Theta Tau International, Honor Society of Nursing Scholarship for Student Clinical Excellence was established in 2002 to recognize one student who exemplifies clinical excellence. The scholarship, valued at $2000.00 USD, will be award to the student who can demonstrate outstanding clinical excellence, through references and a personal essay. The Elsevier Canada Book Award for Entering the Profession of NursingElsevier Canada is a part of Elsevier, the world's leader in health science publications. We are committed to publishing a broad spectrum of the highest quality resources for health science professionals. Established in 2002 as the Mosby-Saunders Canada Book Award, the re-named Elsevier Canada Book Award for Entering the Profession of Nursing will be awarded annually to the first year student nurse who submits the best essay (500 words) prepared around the following topic: "Why I chose to study the profession of nursing" The award will be $500 (based on publisher's suggested list price) in books published by Elsevier, including the imprints Mosby and Saunders, to be chosen by the winner from our catalogue of Nursing titles. The Outpost - International Placement AwardThe award recognizes students who seek a nursing experience in a different cultural setting. Such alternative experiences often have a profound impact on the participant and their future nursing practice, yet the financial considerations can be a difficult obstacle to overcome. The CNSA/AEIC recognizes the importance of such experiences a wishes to encourage and support students to achieve such goals. The Education and Research AwardThe CNSA/AEIC is committed to the development of undergraduate education and research, as well as, the development of partnerships among nurse researchers, nursing students, educators, practicing nurses, and clinical agencies. For this reason the CNSA/AEIC is proud to establish the Education/Research Award. This recognizes a nursing students contribution towards education and research within their profession, during this academic career. Awards for Preceptors and MentorsRecognizing the constant pressures facing nurses today, the CNSA, through the Certificate of Excellence in the Role of Nursing Preceptor / Mentor, wishes to recognize those who have assumed the role of Preceptor/Mentor and have made an outstanding contribution to the overall growth, development, and education of nursing students. CNSA members now have the opportunity to nominate those nurses they feel have had a positive effect on their nursing education. Students can nominate a nurse practicing in any capacity or role and nominations will be accepted at any time during the academic year. Awards for Preceptors and MentorsRecognizing the constant pressures facing nurses today, the CNSA, through the Certificate of Excellence in the Role of Nursing Preceptor / Mentor, wishes to recognize those who have assumed the role of Preceptor/Mentor and have made an outstanding contribution to the overall growth, development, and education of nursing students. CNSA members now have the opportunity to nominate those nurses they feel have had a positive effect on their nursing education. Students can nominate a nurse practicing in any capacity or role and nominations will be accepted at any time during the academic year. The Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions Award for Nursing Student LeadershipThe award recognizes a student who seeks opportunities for leadership and professional development by being involved as a delegate (official or associate) in the National Assembly. This individual shall submit a position statement for the consideration of the Awards Committee on an issue that takes a stance on the core values of the CFNU, which are: democracy, collectivity, action, social justice, inclusion, and advocacy. The submission that best reflects these core values shall be selected. The winner will present the position statement at the National Conference for potential adoption by the National Assembly. The President's Award for Recognition of Exemplary ServiceThis award shall be presented annually to a past board member (no later than 1 year past their final term in office) who exemplifies the qualities of leadership, determination, teamwork, and the objectives of the CNSA. This individual can be nominated by any member of the Association. CNSA Award for the Excellence in E-HealthThe Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) is pleased to announce the creation of a Student E-Health Leadership Award. This award is a component of the CASN-Infoway Nurses-in-Training initiative aimed at preparing nursing students to practice in modern, technology-enabled clinical environments when they graduate. The focus of the E-Health leadership award is to recognize excellence in the adoption and use of information and communication technologies (ICT) among Canadian nursing students and highlight the role of ICT in enabling evidence-based, patient-centred care. Deadline: January 18, 2013 (Extended!) to Kristine Crosby at: kcrosby@casn.ca National Nursing Student Week Contest
Deadline: November 24, 2012 at midnight (MST) Great job to all 233 of you that entered the 1st National Nursing Student Week Contest and thank you to Canadian Travel Nurses for making this possible. Please like their facebook page The Career and Leadership Development Committee (CLDC) has drawn the names. Here are your winners along with the prizes they won: Kristine Houston, University of Victoria (NCLEX) Chantel Hillmer Hickey, University of Lethbridge (NCLEX) Brigette Henning, University of Victoria (NCLEX) Stephen Kennedy, MUN-Centre for Nursing Studies (NCLEX) Susan Chan, Ryerson University (NCLEX) Maggie Gillis, St. Francis Xavier University (ACLS) Mary Acoca, St. Francis Xavier University (ACLS) Emilie Rioux, Mcgill University (ACLS) Luke Borserio, University of Northern British Columbia (ACLS) Caitlin Don, Nipissing University (ACLS) Chantal Tycholiz, University of Victoria (M-S unit) Megan Staub, University of British Columbia-Okanagan (M-S unit) Congratulations everyone! Indrah Kerrison, Director of Career and Leadership Development will be getting in contact with you this week so you can claim your prize. Other Awards for Nursing StudentsThe following awards are available for students. These awards are external to CNSA and are listed here as a service to our members. CNSA is not responsible for these awards in any way. Please contact the responsible organization, not CNSA, if you have any questions, comments or concerns about these awards Canadian Nurses Foundation |
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