Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc band member Courtenay Campbell is currently in her fourth year of the Natural Resource Sciences program at Thompson Rivers University and has had incredible opportunities to lead independent research projects in fire ecology. Courtenay’s dedication and achievements have earned her several prestigious awards, including:
- The Chief Roy Mussell Bursary supporting young Indigenous leaders advancing sustainability and reconciliation in BC.
- The NSERC Canadian Forest Workforce Diversity Undergraduate Supplement providing opportunities to underrepresented groups pursuing forest sector research.
- The Undergraduate Research Experience Award Program (UREAP) funded Courtenay’s infographic research on wildfire impacts in the Ulkatcho territory.
- The New Gold – New Afton SSN Scholarship Fund encourages academic excellence among students from Skeetchestn and Tk̓emlúps.
- The Faculty of Science Dean’s Award recognizes exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and professionalism.
- The NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Experience Award Program (USRA) supported Courtenay’s fire ecology and culturally significant plant research in Glacier National Park and the Ulkatcho territory.
Courtenay’s academic journey and commitment to advancing knowledge in natural resource sciences continue to inspire all of us!
