Awards and Fellowships

The ��ɫ��Ƶ Alumni Association and the Alumni Branch network offer a number of annual awards to recognize alumni and other members of the ��ɫ��Ƶ community who serve ��ɫ��Ƶ and the world at large in exceptional ways.

Learn more about ��ɫ��Ƶ Alumni Awards, their past recipients and how to nominate someone.

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The Jean Royce Fellowship, the Marty Memorial Fellowship, and the Alfred Bader Fellowship in Memory of Jean Royce

Application period: Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, to Monday, Mar. 16, 2026, at 10 am

The Major Fellowships for Graduates of Queen’s University support exceptional graduates who identify as women to pursue advanced study, research, or transformative endeavours that advance knowledge, contribute to society, or enable creative expression. Through the Jean Royce Fellowship, the Marty Memorial Fellowship, and the Alfred Bader Fellowship in Memory of Jean Royce, recipients are empowered to take the next bold step in their academic or professional journey.

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Branch Awards

Agnes Benidickson Award (Ottawa Branch)

Presented biennially by the Ottawa Branch to an alumnus/ alumna for distinguished service to the University and Canada.

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Jim Bennett Award (Kingston Branch)

Presented by the Kingston Branch to a Kingstonian to honour outstanding achievements in careers, sport, the arts, or volunteer endeavours, contributing to the betterment of Queen’s or Kingston.

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John B. Stirling Montreal Medal (Montreal Branch)

Presented biennially by the Montreal Branch to an alumnus/alumna who is a “maker of Queen’s” rewarding meritorious contributions to the honour of the university.

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Johnson Award (Calgary Branch)

Presented biennially by the Calgary Branch to an alumnus/alumna who has made lifetime contributions to Queen’s University, the Alumni Association, and the Calgary community.

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Kathleen Beaumont Hill Award (Vancouver Branch)

Presented biennially by the Vancouver Branch to an alumnus/alumna who best exemplifies outstanding service, passionate advocacy, dedicated support, and contributions to the betterment of our University and our country.

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Padre Laverty Award (Kingston Branch)

Presented by the Kingston Branch to a degree recipient, usually a resident of the Kingston area, for outstanding service to ��ɫ��Ƶ or jointly to the Queen’s and Kingston communities.

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The Grunnan Onarach Award (Ottawa Branch)

The Grunnan Onarach (Gaelic for "Honour Group") was established in 1988 by the Ottawa Branch of the ��ɫ��Ƶ Alumni Association to commemorate its 100th anniversary.

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Toronto Branch Award

The Toronto Branch Award is presented to Toronto-area alumni who have distinguished themselves or have contributed to society.

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Faculty Awards

Alumni Award for Engaging Students as Partners in Learning

Presented annually to a Queen’s teacher who shows outstanding knowledge, teaching ability, and accessibility to students.

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School of Rehabilitation Therapy Distinguished Alumni Award

School of Rehabilitation Therapy Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes one graduate annually from each of the Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation Science, Aging and Health. Nominations are open.

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Gala Awards

Alumni Global Citizenship Award

Alumni Global Citizenship Award is presented to an alumni or group of alumni in recognition of distinguished work or volunteer service which has help others at home or abroad.

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Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award

Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award is the highest honour presented by the QUAA.

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Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Indigenization Alumni Award

EDII Alumni Award recognizes alumni who have made a significant contribution through mentorship, advocacy, or guidance to either an individual or group and advances Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigenization.

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Herbert J. Hamilton Volunteer Service Award

Presented annually to an alumnus/alumna in recognition of volunteer service to the life of and work of the Queen’s University Alumni Association, either through short-term impactful involvement or long term commitment.

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Initiative of the Year Award

Presented annually to recognize the initiative, including events or activities that most successfully contributes to the life and work of the ��ɫ��Ƶ Alumni Association.

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Marsha Lampman Volunteer Award

Presented annually to the alumnus/alumna who best exemplifies Marsha Lampman's outstanding dedication and service to a Branch, Chapter or Reunion of the ��ɫ��Ƶ Alumni Association.

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One to Watch Award

Presented annually to a recent alumnus/alumna (fewer than 10 years out) from either an undergraduate or graduate program who is making significant contributions in their field of endeavour, setting an example for future Queen’s alumni to follow.

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Outstanding Alumni Achievement Award

This award recognizes mid-career alumni who is making significant contributions in their field, setting an example for future alumni to follow

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Outstanding Student Leader Award

Recognizes a current Queen’s student who has helped connect alumni and students. The student’s contribution(s) can be made in the year of nomination or over several years.

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Queen's Student Alumni Association Volunteer of Distinction Award

The Queen’s Student Alumni Association (QSAA) Volunteer of Distinction Award was introduced in 2009 to recognize outstanding volunteers of the QSAA.

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Grants and Fellowships

Alumni Association Grants

Members of the ��ɫ��Ƶ community who have an idea for an innovative program that enriches the University may qualify for special project funding from the ��ɫ��Ƶ Alumni Association.

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The Alfred Bader Fellowship in Memory of Jean Royce

Awarded annually to graduates who identify as women of ��ɫ��Ƶ for a year of study and research, or to pursue an endeavour that contributes to the advancement of knowledge, contributes to society or allows creative expression.

Read more about The Alfred Bader Fellowship in Memory of Jean Royce

The Jean Royce Fellowship

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The Marty Memorial Fellowship

Awarded annually to a graduate who identifies as a woman of ��ɫ��Ƶ for a year of study and research, or to pursue an endeavour that contributes to the advancement of knowledge, contributes to society or allows creative expression.

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Volunteer Awards

Herbert J. Hamilton Volunteer Service Award

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Marsha Lampman Volunteer Award

Presented annually to the alumnus/alumna who best exemplifies Marsha Lampman's outstanding dedication and service to a Branch, Chapter or Reunion of the ��ɫ��Ƶ Alumni Association.

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Queen's Student Alumni Association Volunteer of Distinction Award

The Queen’s Student Alumni Association (QSAA) Volunteer of Distinction Award was introduced in 2009 to recognize outstanding volunteers of the QSAA.

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