The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship is one of the most prestigious awards given to doctoral researchers. Vanier Scholars demonstrate leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement in graduate studies in the social sciences and humanities, natural sciences and/or engineering and health.
2024 Vanier Scholars
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Arnav Agarwal Read about Arnav
“I am thrilled and deeply gratified to have my academic, research and leadership contributions recognized at the highest level of graduate funding in Canada.”
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Monika Dutt Read about Monika
“My research aims to better combine the worlds of worker-led labour justice organizing and institutional public health, where I have worked for over fifteen years.”
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Zachary Kroezen Read about Zachary
“Growing up in a small town, I have come to appreciate that the campus is slightly removed from the downtown core; the green space is what drew me to McMaster. It feels like an oasis within a city.”
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Bridget Marsdin Read about Bridget
“I am privileged to have a (PhD) committee with the integrity, knowledge, and research expertise to guide me through this intensive but worthwhile journey.”
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David Gonzalez Martinez Read about David
“I am motivated by the chance to make contributions that can advance science and improve the lives of others.”
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Akansha Prasad Read about Akansha Prasad
“I am very grateful to be surrounded by such a brilliant group of graduate student peers, who are supportive both within and outside of the academic environment.”