Giving

Area of Greatest Need

Students graduating today have faced COVID shutdowns, a quick switch to remote learning, increased food insecurity and higher inflation. But despite all of that they’ve made it — in many cases thanks to the support of caring donors like you.

Whether it’s rapid relief for a student facing an unforeseen emergency, or a bursary that gives an academically promising student with financial need a chance at a university education — these gifts, which come from our “Area of Greatest Need” funding pool, are often what provide the most support for students where they need it, when then need it.

Feeding Knowledge

Many students are struggling financially as high inflation and rising food prices are making it difficult to make ends meet. Studies have shown that food insecurity has a negative effect on a student’s GPA, levels of energy, and concentration

Your generous support of Feeding Knowledge helps students in need afford healthy, nutritious food — and feeds their potential to succeed.

Darke Hall Society

Darke Hall takes its name from Francis Nicholson Darke who was a prominent Regina businessman in the late 19^th and early 20^th century. For almost a century, Darke Hall was a cultural hub for the city. It was prized by artists and patrons for its outstanding acoustics and gorgeous interior. After a six year closure, Darke Hall has been restored and transformed into a modern, accessible venue while maintaining and refurbishing its architectural heritage.

Thank-you for considering a gift in support of Darke Hall and the focus of being a venue where artists and arts organizations can thrive in an environment that is affordable, accessible, and respectful of diverse artistic and cultural practices.

Neekaneewak Leadership Initiative

Student Awards

Everyone deserves the opportunity to pursue an education. A University of Regina degree is a powerful asset for students moving ahead in their careers and personal lives. But barriers and a host of challenges can make earning a degree difficult, if not impossible. Financial pressure, in particular, can prevent smart and talented young people from pursuing and reaching their academic goals and from making their mark in the world.

Student awards break down financial barriers and enable all University of Regina students to reach higher, achieve more, and realize their dreams. Investing in bursaries, scholarships, and awards today will help unleash that potential.

Varsity Sport Clubs

Our Cougars and Rams student-athletes exemplify hard work, dedication, and resilience and are a strong reflection of our University of Regina community values. Our athletes are coming off a great year and the excitement is already building for 2023/24, and you can be a part of it.

Please support our Cougar Varsity Club student-athletes today.

Centre for Health, Wellness and Performance

The Centre for Health, Wellness and Performance offers many community-based programs and initiatives, including Rock Steady Boxing, Enrich Community Neurorehab, and the Love 2 Live program. These programs demonstrate that the University understands the importance of community involvement.

You can choose to direct your gift to one of the many areas of community support and together, we can make our community stronger.

Inspiring Leadership Academic Entrance Fellowship

Help today’s students become tomorrow’s leaders.

Established in 2020, the Inspiring Leadership Academic Entrance Fellowship recognizes students who, through their commitment to academic success, volunteer activities, and community leadership have demonstrated the potential to lead. Join the University of Regina’s annual Inspiring Leadership Forum in helping students achieve their academic potential and realize their dreams.

With your gift, you are investing in what matters most – students and their education. Become a supporter of young leaders today.

Research

The University of Regina has a rich and diverse research community across all faculties and federated colleges. New discoveries generated by scholarly research right here at the University of Regina can generate economic opportunities for our students and the community at large. Students also have the opportunity to study with distinguished professors attracted to the University by state-of-the-art facilities and expanded research opportunities. High-level research activity attracts significant attention and fosters partnerships.

Centre on Aging and Health

The Centre on Aging and Health is among the first in Canada to focus on the health and well-being of aging Canadians, recognizing the clear and present need for this essential avenue of inquiry. It’s known worldwide for its advanced work on pain and dementia. Highly regarded faculty are involved in strategic alliances with colleagues within and external to the University to advance science and practice.

The Centre strategically focuses its efforts on three key areas: facilitating and conducting research in aging and health; facilitating and supporting graduate education in aging and health; and, public outreach and community engagement.

Endless Opportunities

There are always new opportunities arising in response to community initiatives, to meet emerging needs on campus, or in support of the University's mission. Below are a number of additional opportunities to show your support.

• Campus for All
• Miller Class of 1972 Bursary
• University of Regina Press
• Wicijowski Family Scholarship

The following is by invitation only:

• Leaders Council (donation + membership)

Big Hearts Family Giving

One of the University of Regina’s greatest strengths is our people – our University family. Together our faculty, staff, leadership and retirees make a positive impact on the academic journey of our students. And it is through your investment of time and talent, that you promote our values, and support our mission.

Through Big Hearts Family Giving you can play an even larger role in the life of our University by leading with your heart and modeling the importance of philanthropy. When you extend your investment to include philanthropic contributions, you support our culture of excellence and your confidence in the quality of this community for our students.

Arts

Students find their passion in the Faculty of Arts. They study what they are curious about and what excites them; subjects that are interesting and meaningful, that will serve them throughout their personal and professional life. Arts students have the opportunity to study important aspects of our society and learn to study in ways that develop sophisticated skills like critical thinking.

Your support of this program will impact many students.

Athletics

With your financial support, U of R Athletics will be better positioned to provide student-athletes with the academic resources and assistance they need to succeed, address a wider range of student-athletes’ needs, recruit and retain top coaches, provide community sport teams with increased services and facilities, and ensure that the Cougars and Rams are consistent contenders in play-offs and at championships.

Your gift will help us create an environment where all of these things exist – thereby helping the U of R recruit the very best student-athletes.

Business Administration

Paul J. Hill School of Business
Kenneth Levene Graduate School of Business

The Hill and Levene Schools of Business at the University of Regina prepare career- ready leaders with programming specifically tailored to the needs of the changing job market now, and into the future.

With your financial support, the University of Regina’s Hill and Levene Schools of Business will continue to evolve and thrive in the 21^st century and beyond.

Continuing Education

At the Centre for Continuing Education, we strive to meet the needs of non-traditional lifelong learners. We believe in partnerships, community and the value of active minds and active lives.

Your support will assist students with many different reasons for coming to the Centre. From newborns and their parents participating in a Conservatory class and high school students taking University of Regina courses while still in grade 12 through adult students getting ahead in their career or finishing a degree and retirees brushing up on their Spanish or Canadian history, you will find people in all stages of life learning.

Dr. John Archer University Library and Archives

“The spiritual heart of the University”, the Dr. John Archer Library and Archives plays an essential role in every student’s academic experience and success. Our resources and services inspire and support learning and research for the entire U of R community – students, faculty, staff, alumni and the public.

Your gift to the Archer Library is a gift to every student and faculty member.

Education

The ongoing ability to innovate and adapt is key to the Faculty of Education remaining at the forefront of teacher education within Saskatchewan and across Canada – ensuring that future and current teachers are fully prepared and supported for the future of education.

With your financial support, the University of Regina’s Faculty of Education will continue to evolve and thrive in the 21^st century and beyond.

Engineering & Applied Science

Demand for highly-qualified and compassionate engineers is increasing at a rapid rate. Students receive an all-encompassing education and graduate with theoretical engineering knowledge as well as courses in project management, economics, and business. This varied education helps graduates to successfully navigate the changing needs of their profession now and into the future.

With your financial support, the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences can continue this forward-thinking approach, and help the profession thrive in the 21^st century and beyond.

Graduate Studies & Research

The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research (FGSR) emphasizes the partnership of teaching and research that provides the essence of any university: the dissemination and expansion of knowledge.

With your support, our programs and research centres will respond to the ever-changing needs of our global community.

Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy

Kinesiology & Health Studies

The Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies is a dynamic and growing unit on campus that is constantly evolving to meet the changing nature of the kinesiology and health studies field. The Faculty’s researchers investigate a number of topics that affect people’s health and mobility, and improve people’s quality of life. Students gain valuable hands-on experience working under the guidance of our researchers in community-based programs.

Your support will impact the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities.

La Cité universitaire francophone

La Cité universitaire francophone is not only a symbol of linguistic and cultural diversity, but also essential to the development of the University of Regina and to the Francophone community located on and off-campus. La Cité is the beating heart of French-language education. It is the product of the mutual understanding between the University of Regina and Saskatchewan’s Francophonie.

With your support, La Cité will continue to meet the needs of Saskatchewan’s French-speakers, no matter their first language.

Media, Art, and Performance

The Faculty of Media, Art, and Performance is the ultimate playground for the imagination. Students are provided with the latest technologies and tools to help bring their ideas to life.

Your support will ensure students are exposed to highly creative environments, where skills are gained through technical hands-on learning combined with critical and theoretical study.

Nursing

Today’s registered nurses are often the first health-care professional that a patient meets. They are clinicians, knowledge workers, educators, advocates, and leaders ready to meet the complex needs of patients today, providing care using their hearts, minds, intellect, and experience.

Your support will enhance student success, impact research opportunities at home and abroad, and ensure ongoing excellence within our province’s health care system.

Science

The Faculty of Science values excellence in research, high-quality teaching, enthusiasm for discovery, and collaboration. Through its teaching and research, the Faculty helps Saskatchewan and Canada remain equipped with the knowledge base and human resources necessary for facing the challenges of our future.

Your financial support will enable the Faculty of Science to continue its reach within our communities and its investment in our students and academic programs.

Social Work

The Faculty of Social Work is dedicated to providing high quality education, while teaching our students to identify the needs of the disadvantaged, marginalized and oppressed, and empower individuals, families, and communities to realize their full potential.

Your gift will expand and enhance experiential and service learning opportunities in academic programming and enhance the quality of the Field Education Practicum experience for faculty, staff, and students.