Ekpeno Ukut Equity Award

The Ekpeno Ukut Equity Award is a monetary scholarship administered by the University of Northern British Columbia that supports Black students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to building inclusive and equitable communities. It is available to full-time or part-time undergraduate and graduate students. The award provides a CAD 1,000 cash grant to selected recipients.

CAD 1,000 monetary award

Applicants must be full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate students who identify as Black, demonstrate academic excellence, and contribute to building inclusive and equitable communities. Previous recipients may reapply but preference is given to students who have not previously received the award.

Apply online through the University of Northern British Columbia Awards Application and submit to the Awards and Financial Aid Office; no additional documentation is required.