Overview

This award was established by York alumna Diana Imonikhe ’05, ’08, ’17 to hounour her father, Kingsley Abu Omokhovwa Imonikhe (1955-1991). He was a hardworking, loving father who had a keen interest in education. He receives a Diploma in Engineering from Auchi Polytechnic, pursued Civil Engineering and Management at the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom and later returned to Nigeria to work with Arbico Nigeria Limited. Diana is a firm believer in the power of education to create opportunities and accelerate a person’s path to success. She hopes to give someone else the opportunity to learn and grow at York University.

The Kingsley Abu Imonikhe Graduate Award will be awarded to one full time, domestic and one full time international Masters or PhD student experiencing financial need and with at least a ‘B’ average. Preference will be given to students in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science), or Business fields such as Finance or Financial Accountability in the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies.

Value and Duration

$500 each (Subject to change)

Eligibility

Full-time registered Master’s or doctoral York graduate student who demonstrate financial need

Deadline

March 31

How to Apply

Students must complete the Award Submission Portal with the following information:
The applicant's statement section should outline how the student's research is aligned with the scope of the award; and
Upload required material(s), merged into one PDF file, 1) an up-to-date CV, 2) a copy of transcript for the most two recent years of study (an unofficial transcript or records from student account are acceptable), and 3) a letter from the student's supervisor or graduate program confirming that the proposal has been formally approved.

Support
If you require further assistance, please contact our Scholarship & Awards Coordinator or Research Officer by visiting our FGS Staff Directory.