APEGGA University Gold Medals are presented to graduating students obtaining the highest average in geology, geophysics and each engineering program accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board.

Graduated from the University of Alberta:

• Robert Elliott, Electrical Engineering (Sherwood Park)

• Neil Ethier, Geophysics (Edmonton)

• André Koladich, Geology (Sherwood Park)
• Jason Mendes, Engineering Physics (Edmonton)
• Michael Pyrcz, Mining Engineering (Fort McMurray)
• Veena Sologar, Chemical Engineering (Edmonton)
• Paul Somogyi, Computer Engineering (Edmonton)

• Cheryl Steer, Materials Engineering (Medicine Hat)
• Shaun Tymchyshyn, Petroleum Engineering (Calgary)
• Michael Wojcichowsky, Mechanical Engineering (Edmonton)
• Peter Wong, Civil Engineering (Edmonton)

Graduated from the University of Calgary:

• Erryl Copeland, Geophysics (Crossfield)
• Lillian Dai, Electrical Engineering (Calgary)
• Maria Gagliardi, Geology (Calgary)
• Sandra Kennedy, Geomatics Engineering (Calgary)
• Christopher Mason, Electrical Engineering (Calgary)
• David Radomsky, Civil Engineering (Bragg Creek)
• Yannai Zev Romer Segal, Manufacturing Engineering (Calgary)
• Danuta Sztukoski, Chemical Engineering (Calgary)
• Roberto Villanueva, Mechanical Engineering (Calgary)

One graduate student from the University of Alberta and the University of Calgary have received APEGGA R.M. Hardy Graduate Scholarships, valued at $2,000 each. Named in honour of the late R.M. Hardy, a former dean of engineering at the University of Alberta, the two awards are presented annually by The APEGGA Education Foundation to APEGGA members pursuing graduate studies in engineering, geology or geophysics at the U of A or U of C.

Attending the University of Alberta:

• Michael Wojcichowsky, E.I.T., is pursuing a MSc. in mechanical engineering, specifically in the field of fluid dynamics. Mr. Wojcichowsky currently holds a BSc. in mechanical engineering from the University of Alberta.

Attending the University of Calgary:

• Alan Jones, P.Eng., is pursuing a MSc. in civil engineering with a specialty in snow and avalanche science. Mr. Jones currently holds a BASc. in geological engineering from the University of British Columbia.

Students, peers and principals nominate science and math teachers. A $1,000 cash award, used for classroom materials and/or field trips is presented to each school in the teacher’s name.

• Gwen Bodie teaches at Tipaskan School (Edmonton)
• Shelley Facchinutti teaches at Graminia School (Spruce Grove)
• Tamara Keirle teaches at Winfield Elementary School (Winfield)
• Herb Belter teaches at Greely Road School (Fort McMurray)
• David Anger teaches at Elizabeth School (Cold Lake)
• Dave Sherbinin teaches at Glenmary School (Peace River)
• Kelly Cogan teaches at Good Shepherd School (Peace River)
• Brett Huculak teaches at Viking School (Viking)
• Manuela Casagrande teaches at Roche Miette School (Hinton)
• Scott Jantzen teaches at Highwood School (High River)
• Donna Simon teaches at Erin Woods Elementary School (Calgary)
• Richard Baron teaches at Will Sinclair High School (Rocky Mountain House)
• Jeanette Wegner teaches at Reed Ranch School (Olds)
• Kelly Wilkinson teaches at St. Mary’s Junior High School (Medicine Hat)

APEGGA Education Scholarships provide $2,000 per year for up to two years to each recipient. The scholarships, presented by The APEGGA Education Foundation are intended to enable individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree in science or education to return to university to obtain a second degree, or to help those students obtaining combined degrees in education and science. Each scholarship is named for the annual APEGGA Teacher Award recipients.

• Jennifer Gordon - Attending the University of Alberta. Currently obtaining both a Bachelor of Science degree and a Bachelor of Education degree with a specialty in secondary mathematics. Ms. Gordon’s scholarship is named for APEGGA Teacher award recipients Gwen Bodie, Shelley Facchinutti and Tamara Keirle.

• Brad LeMaistre - Mr. LeMaistre graduated from the University of Calgary with a BSc. in physics in 1998. He recently graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Education degree with a specialty in secondary science. Mr. LeMaistre’s scholarship is named for APEGGA Teacher Award recipients Richard Baron, Manuela Casagrande and David Anger.

• Kelly McKie - Attending the University of Calgary. Obtaining a Bachelor of Education degree with a specialty in secondary math and science. Ms. McKie currently holds a BSc.Eng. in geological engineering from Queen’s University. Ms. McKie’s scholarship is named for APEGGA Teacher award recipients Scott Jantzen, Dave Sherbinin and Herb Belter,

• Candace McLean - Attending the University of Calgary. Obtaining a Bachelor of Education after degree with a specialty in secondary science. Ms. McLean currently holds a BSc. in biological sciences from the University of Alberta. Ms. McLean’s scholarship is named for APEGGA Teacher Award recipients Donna Simon and Kelly Cogan.

• Jaime Roberts - Attending the University of Lethbridge. Obtaining a Bachelor of Education after degree with a specialty in chemistry. Mrs. Roberts currently holds a BSc. in chemistry from the University of Lethbridge. Mrs. Robert’s scholarship is named for APEGGA Teacher Award recipients Kelly Wilkinson, Brett Huculak and Jeanette Wegner.