Born in St Paul, Minn., in 1916. Attended High School in Alberta, and went on to the University of Minnesota, taking Agricultural Biochemistry. He was a member of the Chi Phi Academic Fraternity. Sigma Phi American Honorary Scientific Fraternity, and the Chemical...

Holly Hallett was a past president of the Alberta Women’s Institute. In addition to her interest in local county administration and environmental issues, she worked to promote leadership and development of rural Alberta women. The award is not only to preserve her...

Tracey Dawn Hooper was a loving daughter, sister, and aunt. Tracey was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, and devoted her life to community theatre throughout her twenty two year career as wardrobe mistress. Tracey, aka ‘Trak’ was a very talented, special lady...

This memorial scholarship is to commemorate Jennifer Leigh McCullough, who was killed by a drunk driver at the age of 21. Jennifer had many dreams and aspirations, one of which was to attend Olds College and become a horticulturist.

The memories you leave behind for us and the many kindnesses you shared will be remembered and forever be in our hearts. You were our special treat; our Olympic baby, and touched the hearts of everyone around you. Our pride in you was always present. You showed us...

The reason for setting up this award is twofold. It’s a way of fulfilling the responsibility to give back and contribute to fellow Canadians, as well; it is to honor my parents, James Aubrey and Doris Garner. My father, with Mother’s strong support, had an exemplary...

Joanne Lloyd grew up on a farm west of Prince George, British Columbia. Her love of animals led her to Olds College where she graduated from the Animal Health Technology program in 1987. While at Olds College, Joanne was actively involved in athletics, intramurals,...

In loving memory of John Warren Klancher. His first love was for agriculture. John came to Cochrane, Alta with a wife and two children from Saskatchewan with little of anything. He worked for a large Rancher and Farmer, and stayed with the ranch for nearly eight...

In 1983 William and Margaret Johnston established this award, in honour of family members, to assist young women to pursue a career in the Home Economics Field. It was first awarded in 1984. Several members of the Johnston family have attended Olds College starting...

Julie Calderwood’s energy has been pivotal to numerous college successes. Julie is the past President of the Alumni Association Former member of the Board of Governors. Past Director on the Olds College Foundation. Julie was one of the first female valedictorians for...

The Katie Thomas Memorial Scholarship is for a second-year Land & Water Resources student who plans to pursue a career in Environmental Conservation. This scholarship honours the memory of Katie Thomas, a Land & Water Resource Diploma graduate of 2019. A bright young...

Kent Ward was a man of vision. His devotion to agriculture and innovative spirit fuelled his life’s work. He owned the Grease Creek Ranch, west of Water Valley and graduated from Olds College in 1974.

Specializing in Landscape Construction, Landscape Design, and Irrigation. Committed to the community and environment and to providing excellent customer services. Dedicated to being fair and honest industry leaders.

Lemar Seeger served the College “with distinction and above the call of duty”. Lemar was an instructor in metal works at the college from February 1962 until his retirement in December 1975. “Sparky” was responsible for the transition from old blacksmithing to...

Lorna grew up in the orchards of the Okanagan Valley, the second of three girls. Graduating from high school at four feet, eleven inches and 90 pounds, she had become adept at creating her own fashion wardrobe. Her professed dream was to open a boutique for people...

Lorne White, along with Buck Godwin, was instrumental in establishing the Commercial Floristry program here at Olds College. Lorne was well known in the floristry world throughout Alberta and Canada.

Mary Anne began her employment at Olds College on April 1, 1987. From that date, until her sudden passing on March 2, 1994, she held the position of Administrative Assistant to the Vice President, Academic Services. Mary Anne worked and played with enthusiasm and...

Michael Lanigan was a pioneer in the Alberta craft brewing industry. Michael founded Brewsters Brewing Company in Alberta and was instrumental in working with other brewers and the Alberta Government to establish rules and markup structures that would encourage...

Nicholas Baier grew up living and loving life on the family ranch at Altario, Alberta. Raised in the small farming community, Nicholas was brought up with true country roots and values; hard working, respectful and always had a kind smile for everyone. Nicholas was...

Pam was an individual who believed in and understood the value of an education to achieve success. She was a lover of life and the outdoors, and looked forward to the freshness of each new day. Whether she was camping, picking lilacs or designing her latest suit,...

This scholarship was established in 1990, in memory of Paul – a student in the Agricultural Production program majoring in Farm & Ranch Production. It was awarded for the first time in 1991.

Pete Aldrich passed away in October 2000, shortly after his 50th birthday. Pete was well known to landscapers and garden centres throughout Alberta and British Columbia as a supplier of deciduous caliper trees and conifers. Pete started in this business almost 30...

Ralph Rasmuson loved Olds College (1965-1967). It was the beginning to his Masters Degree in Animal Science. As an agricultural consultant, he was an asset to the farming industry in Alberta.

Red Shed Malting is a malt house owned and operated by the Hamills and located on the fourth-generation family farm. They produce a full line of base malts and specialty malts and had the first malt roaster in Canada. Their specialty malts make more beer styles and...

December 16, 1987 – March 20, 2016

Roy was born and raised in Lethbridge. He served in the RCAF during the Second World War and was discharged in 1945 when the War ended. He then enrolled at the University of Alberta in 1947 in the Commerce Faculty and graduated in April 1950 – was married in July...

Dr. Scott Rairdan grew up on a farm in Stettler, Alberta and became a proud Charolais breeder. After beginning his vet career, he and his partner, Dr. Roger Davis, became leaders in embryo transfer, creating an internationally reputed company, Davis-Rairdan...

The Sara Fullerton Special Areas Board memorial scholarship was established as a tribute to Sara. Sara loved the rural lifestyle and was an excellent ambassador for everything country. Sara’s passion was to pursue a career in agriculture where she would be able to...

Mr. Stan Davies, a grain farmer from Southern Alberta, loved the country and planned to leave a legacy to Agriculture. He set up a fund, to benefit students who wished to return to the land, through the company that he hauled grain to, the Alberta Wheat Pool. The...

Interested gardeners started meeting in September of 1964 and the Stony Plain Horticultural Society (SPHS) was officially established in 1972. The group meets monthly with the exception of July, August, December and January. Most meetings have an educational...