Three USask students recognized nationally with Vanier scholarships

Jul 25, 2025

The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships are among the most prestigious awards for doctoral students in Canada, offering $150,000 over three years to support world-class research, academic excellence and leadership.

Administered through Canada’s three federal granting agencies—the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC), and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)—the Vanier program aims to attract and retain top-tier talent across disciplines.

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is proud to celebrate three exceptional doctoral students who have been awarded 2025 Vanier scholarships: two funded by NSERC and one by SSHRC.

“We are incredibly proud of our Vanier scholars and the remarkable contributions they are making in their fields,” said Dr. Debby Burshtyn (PhD), dean of the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. “USask is very fortunate to attract these research leaders to our graduate programs.”

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Video: California Farm Bureau 2025 Farm Dog of the Year Contest Winner - Willy - CAFB 107th Annual Meeting

Meet Willy: California Farm Bureau’s 2025 Farm Dog of the Year!

We’re excited to introduce Willy, a miniature long-haired dachshund with a big heart and even bigger courage, and the Grand Prize winner of this year’s Farm Dog of the Year Contest!

Willy may be small, but he’s become an indispensable partner on owner Marshal Hagedorn’s forestry and cattle operations in Shasta, Tehama, and Siskiyou counties. Adopted in 2023, he quickly found his place on the ranch, helping manage critters, tagging along for long days in the woods, and offering unwavering companionship during demanding logging work.

Willy has even taken naturally to moving cattle, surprising calves (and more than a few full-grown cows!) with his burst of energy from the tall grass. As Marshal put it: “He goes with me everywhere every single day.”

Congratulations to Willy and his family, a perfect example of how every good farm dog, no matter the size, helps keep California agriculture running strong.