Student Scholarship

PSIW 2025 Graduate Student Scholarship

Submission Deadline Closed: Wednesday, July 30th, 2025

Thank you to all the students who submitted their research! We received many impressive applications. Our scholarship committee is currently reviewing submissions and will be selecting three students to present at the Poultry Service Industry Workshop.

Please Note:
Applicants can now expect to be notified during the week of August 29th, rather than August 15th, as originally planned.

Welcome Graduate Students!

Are you currently enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution and conducting poultry-related research? This is your opportunity to present your work at the 2025 Poultry Service Industry Workshop (PSIW),happening October 1–3, at The Banff Centre in Banff, Alberta.

Who Can Apply?

Any graduate student enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution with a research project that impacts the poultry industry.

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Why Apply?

  • Contribute to the Future of Poultry: Your research is vital to the advancement of the poultry industry.
  • Network and Share: Connect with industry representatives and share your findings.
  • Gain Recognition and Experience: Showcase your work and experience by presenting at a major industry event.
  • Presentation Coaching Provided: Selected students will receive support and guidance to help prepare their presentations for maximum impact.

 

What's Included for Selected Students?

Students selected for the PSIW 2025 Student Scholarship will receive:

✅ Full workshop registration
✅ Hotel accommodations at The Banff Centre for the duration of the event
✅ Meals provided as part of the workshop program
✅ Shuttle transportation between Calgary International Airport (YYC) and The Banff Centre

(Note: Airfare and other travel costs are not included.)

 

How to Apply?

Submit your application using the online form by Wednesday, July 30th, 2025.

Your application will include:

  1. Personal Information:
    • Your name
    • School
    • Degree
    • Year of program
    • Phone number
  2. Participation Paragraph: A brief paragraph explaining why you want to participate in PSIW.
  3. Research Abstract: An abstract summarizing your research and its relevance to the poultry industry (2,500 character count maximum, including spaces and excluding titles).
Scholarship Submissions Are Now Closed

Evaluation Criteria

Students will be evaluated based on:

  • Abstract Quality: Clarity, relevance, and impact of your research abstract.
  • Participation Paragraph: Demonstrated strength of character, commitment to learning, and perceived benefits of presenting.
  • Overall Application Quality: Style, grammar, coherence, and first impression.

 

Presentation Requirements

Winners will be required to:

  • Prepare a 10 to 12-minute oral presentation followed by a Q&A session conducted by the selection committee.
  • Attend the workshop in person to present at The Banff Centre.

 

Notification

Winners should expect to be notified by the week of August 29th.

 

Contact Information

Please email us at info@poultryworkshop.com if you have any questions.