The Guy Rushton special recognition award honours a graduating student in the School of Culture, Media, and Society (SCMS) who are an advocate, leader, or active in their community.
Guy Rushton was a mature student in his 60s who was active in student politics at UFV in the early 1990s. Known as part of a group of “rabble rousers,” he was intellectually curious and not afraid to challenge senior management or the Board of Directors. He was active in student life, his community, and was especially engaged in challenging “the status quo.” After completing his BA at UFV, he began graduate studies at UBC before illness prevented him from continuing.
Award amount
$250
Eligibility
- Graduating in the current academic year
- Enrolled in a program within the School of Culture, Media, and Society
Note: There is no GPA requirement for this award.
Application deadline
Applications are now open! Apply by May 8, 2026.
How to apply
- Complete the Guy Rushton special recognition award form
- Write a short response (max. 150 words) describing how you exemplify qualities of outstanding leadership and/or engage in community activities that are related to your education and research as an SCMS student.
- Email your application to the School Coordinator at scms@ufv.ca
Selection process
- Applications will be reviewed and adjudicated by the SCMS Awards committee
- All application materials are considered
- The successful applicant will be notified by email in late May
Apply now
Guy Rushton special recognition award form
Past recipients
- To be announced