Maija Leivo and Ian Herring Midwifery Entrance Award

For students entering the Bachelor of Midwifery program. Preference is given to candidates from rural or remote areas, First Nations, Inuit, or Métis students, underrepresented groups, or first-generation post-secondary students who demonstrate a desire to practice midwifery in underserved communities in BC. Financial need may be considered.

Entrance awards of $2,500 are offered through an endowment established by Maija Leivo and Ian Herring. Subject to continued academic standing, awards renew for up to three additional years of study or until the Bachelor of Midwifery degree is obtained, whichever is shorter.

There is no separate application. Awards are made on the recommendation of the Midwifery Program in the Faculty of Medicine.

Maija and Ian are BC-based documentary filmmakers who established the award to give back to the midwifery community.