
Co-op Awards
The Co-op Awards recognize outstanding Co-op students who have demonstrated exceptional performance, dedication, and contribution in their Co-op roles. These awards celebrate the achievements of students who have excelled in applying their academic knowledge to real-world work experiences, making significant impacts in their workplaces, and showcasing professional growth.
Congratulations to our 2025 Co-op Award Winners! We are proud to recognize these outstanding students for their dedication, achievements, and contributions during their Co-op work terms.
Meet the Recipients
KPU Co-operative Education Achievement Award
Recognizes outstanding Co-op students who have demonstrated exceptional performance, dedication, and contribution in their Co-op roles.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Programs Eligible: All Co-op programs
Criteria:
- Community and workplace contribution
- Academic achievement
- Workplace growth
- CGPA of 3.00 or greater
Award Recipient: Eileen Faith Biswayan, Bachelor of Science in Health Science
Melville School of Business Co-op Awards
Awarded to Melville School of Business students enrolled in Co-operative Education programs.
Amount: 11 awards of $1,000 each
Programs Eligible: All Business Co-op programs
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurial Leadership
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing Management
- Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology
- Marketing Management Diploma
- Computer Information Systems Diploma
- Public Relations Diploma
- Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting
- Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Human Resources Management
- Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Operations Supply Chain Management
Disclaimer: We aim to award one scholarship per program. If there are no suitable applicants from a program, the award may be given to a qualified student from another eligible program.
Criteria:
- Community and workplace contribution
- Academic achievement
- Workplace growth
Award Recipients:
- Jade Butler, Computer Information Systems Diploma
- Ramandeep Kaur, Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology
- Harshleen Buttar, Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management
- Shiau Lan (Kristin) Huang, Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management
- Megashree Nayak, Post Baccalaureate in Human Resource Management
- Miranda Trelor, Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
- Amina Zakkeer, Post Baccalaureate in Accounting
- Divjot Chahal, Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing Management
- Jin Ha Park, Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Operations and Supply Chain Management
- May Myat Tun, Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Jill Yang, Public Relations Diploma
Bill and Benita Francis Award
Created to support a Business student enrolled in a Co-op program, honoring the values of hard work and education.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Programs Eligible: All Business Co-op Programs
Criteria:
- CGPA of 2.50 or greater
- Enrolled full-time (minimum nine credits)
- Successfully completed a work term
- Preference given to a student who has overcome academic or personal challenges
Award Recipient: Luckshetha Vimalesan, Bachelor of Business in Accounting
EC Managed IT Co-op Award
Aims to support KPU Co-op students, especially females in KPU's Co-op IT programs, and highlight Managed Service Providers as a career choice for IT students.
Amount: 1 award of $1,000
Programs Eligible: Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology or Computer Information Systems Diploma Co-op programs
Criteria:
- CGPA of 3.0 or greater
- Preference given to female students
Award Recipient: Ramneek Kaur, Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology
To be considered for these awards, your application must include one (1) supporting document (preferably in the form of a reference letter) from a supervisor or mentor from your Co-op work term(s) mentioned in your responses. The letter should address your contributions, growth, work ethic, and ability to overcome challenges. Additional letters or supporting documents from instructors, volunteer coordinators, or other relevant individuals are welcome but not required.
The selection committee considers previous award winners to ensure as many students as possible have the opportunity to receive an award.