Collin Cureatz Award for Co-op Student Involvement

Award Information

The Collin Cureatz Memorial award recognizes a co-op student who has contributed to the betterment of the University of Guelph co-op program or to co-op student life during 2024. Established in 1999, the award was renamed in 2008 in honour and remembrance of exemplary co-op student Collin Cureatz. During his years at Guelph, Collin achieved excellent marks, was an outstanding co-op student, an enthusiastic Peer Helper and dedicated volunteer within the community. This award is presented each year to a student who mirrors the outstanding qualities and talents that Collin possessed. 

Students, along with faculty & staff, are invited to nominate any Co-op student who was registered at the University of Guelph for at least one semester during 2023 and has positively represented the Co-op program to current students, future students and the community in general. This award includes a $1000 cash prize, a certificate of honour, and permanent name placement on the awards plaque.

Nominations are being accepted now. The nomination form and sample letters can be found below.

2024 DEADLINE: November 8, 2024