October 2, 2006 Source: :
http://www.uregina.ca/news/releases/2006/october/2.shtml Shell Canada supports computer
science students with $150,000
gift Release:
October 2, 2006
Contact: Sabrina Cataldo, External Relations
E-mail: Sabrina.Cataldo@uregina.ca
Phone: (306) 585.5632
Mobile: (306) 536.4312
Fax: (306) 585.4997 Shell Canada supports computer science students with $150,000 gift
An innovative scholarship program established by Shell Canada will provide
computer science students at the U of R with scholarships as well as the
possibility of employment with the company. Shell’s $150,000 donation to the
University’s Building Dreams and Futures campaign will create three new
scholarships for computer science students: the Shell Canada Aboriginal
Scholarship in Computer Science and two Shell Canada Scholarships in
Computer Science. Award recipients will have the opportunity to interview
for potential work term placements or employment opportunities with Shell
Canada. "We recognize that helping Canadian students get the best education is
critical to the success of our country and our company," says Clive Mather,
president and CEO, Shell Canada. The scholarships are $2,500 each and are based on academic achievement. They
will be presented annually to third- or fourth-year computer science
students, commencing in fall 2007. "Students and faculty are building the 21st century in our classrooms and
laboratories today," says University of Regina President and Vice-Chancellor
Robert Hawkins. "This new scholarship program will give students the
prospect of applying that skill and knowledge in the workplace. Shell
Canada’s generous gift will help us attract and retain the best and
brightest computer science students from Saskatchewan and beyond." Shell Canada Limited is a large integrated petroleum company in Canada with
three major businesses. Exploration and Production explores for, produces
and markets natural gas and natural gas liquids. Oil Sands is responsible
for an integrated bitumen mining and upgrading operation and Shell Canada’s
in situ bitumen business in Alberta. Oil Products manufactures, distributes
and markets refined petroleum products across Canada. Building Dreams and Futures is an ambitious campaign to raise $100 million
for priority areas of the University of Regina, including student and
research support, the Centre for Kinesiology, Health and Sport and emerging
priorities. Funds are being raised from a variety of funding sources,
including donations from individuals, corporations, and community
organizations. Information on the campaign and how to make a contribution is
available at 1-877-779-4723 or www.uregina.ca/campaign. -30- Additional Contact:
Patty Richards
Community Investment Program Manager
Shell Canada Limited
Phone: (403) 691-2588
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