The SJDAWC at AVC is very pleased to announce a new animal welfare graduate scholarship. The Sir James Dunn Animal Welfare Graduate Scholarship will support the training of researchers at the masters or doctoral level to pursue animal welfare research at UPEI. Both applied or more fundamental approaches to research pertaining to animal welfare are welcome. Applications for 2015-2016 will be accepted until May 25, 2015, with decision expected by the end of June. Students may take up their award at any time of the year but must do so within 12 months of the date of the letter of offer. Since 1994, generous support from the Sir James Dunn and Christofor Foundations has provided a stable foundation for the Sir James Dunn Animal Welfare Centre (SJDAWC) at the Atlantic Veterinary College, UPEI. The Centre is very grateful to the Christofor Foundation for its renewed commitment for 2015 to 2020, which includes funding for the new scholarship. Please go to www.upei.ca/awc for application and selection guidelines and the terms of reference. Dr. Alice Crook Sir James Dunn Animal Welfare Centre, AVC 628-4360