TECTERRA Geomatics Graduate Scholarship — 2025

MSc Geography

“I am incredibly fortunate to have had my MSc Geography journey supported by this TECTERRA scholarship. Opportunities such as this help to ease the financial stress of post-secondary education, allowing students like me to better focus on getting the most out of the graduate studies experience, and delving into the important research we conduct.”

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TECTERRA Geomatics Bursary — 2025

BSc Geography

“I developed a strong interest in the many applications of geospatial technology throughout my Geography degree. I am currently interested in innovating with GIS and remote sensing in the agricultural sector. Receiving the TECTERRA Geomatics Bursary was an incredible privilege, as it allowed me to focus more fully on my studies while easing the financial burden of being a student. I am truly grateful to have received the award, and it greatly enhanced my academic journey at the end of my degree.”

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TECTERRA Geomatics Bursary — 2025

BSc Environmental Science

“I am interested in many aspects of environmental science, including resource stewardship, land management, and the role GIS can play in these fields. Receiving this award has supported my academic advancement in environmental science and offered a valuable head start as I begin my career. It has empowered me to further engage with the environmental issues I am most passionate about.”

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TECTERRA Geospatial Innovation Prize— 2024 & 2025

BSc Geography

“My academic path is driven by a lifelong fascination with the natural world and the immense forces that have shaped our planet. I find deep inspiration in uncovering the history of our landscapes and understanding how they evolve. Receiving the TECTERRA Geospatial Innovation prize twice has been a profound privilege; the funding allowed me to build a powerful workstation computer, providing the technical capacity to turn my curiosity into impactful research. This support has empowered me to dedicate myself fully to the study of the Earth’s dynamic environments.”

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TECTERRA Geomatics Transfer Award— 2025

BSc Environmental Science

“Through my studies, I have had the opportunity to take a wide range of courses that have strengthened my understanding of environmental challenges, their impacts, and our shared responsibility to act as stewards of the land. I am truly grateful to have received the TECTERRA (i4Geo) award. This support is meaningful because it enables me to work with technologies in school that will greatly help my understanding and use in the field.”

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TECTERRA Geomatics Opportunity Award— 2025

BSc Geography 

“My studies at the University of Lethbridge have led me to develop a keen interest in the protection, preservation, and restoration of our vulnerable natural world, and the pathways towards these objectives paved by the leading advancements in geographic information science. Receiving the TECTERRA Student Achievement Award has provided valuable support in sustaining my studies and reinforcing my confidence in the value of the work being done in my field.”

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TECTERRA Geomatics Bursary— 2024

BSc Geography

“I am immensely fortunate to have been a recipient of this bursary, which not only eased the financial burden of post-secondary education but also enabled me to attend my first conference and continue investing in the unique opportunities available to me as a student in this department. Perhaps the most rewarding of these has been an internship in partnership with Vulcan County, using remote sensing and GIS to identify potential unmarked graves and create spatial databases for rural cemeteries. This project has strengthened my passion for applying geographic information science at the intersection of the natural and human worlds.”

Learn more about Autumn Barthel's work and achievements

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TECTERRA Geomatics Opportunity Award— 2024

BSc Computer Science & GIS Program

“TECTERRA Award made my academic year. It provided financial means for me to go an extra mile in my academic projects and boosted my confidence in my abilities as a geospatial analyst. Institutes like i4Geo invest in young scholars, inspiring us to continue this legacy in our own time. Thank you for your support.”

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TECTERRA Geomatics Bursary— 2023

BSc Geography

“I work within the environmental education space, mentoring young green career professionals and youth interested in environmental science. I am passionate about breaking down complex topics and making environmental learning fun for all ages. The TECTERRA award made a profound impact on my last year of my undergraduate degree, as it made financially navigating my studies easier. This award will always be one of the most unforgettable moments in my education journey.”

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TECTERRA Geomatics Transfer Award— 2024

BSc Geography

“I am grateful for receiving the TECTERRA Geomatics Transfer Award which has afforded me the opportunity to pursue my interests in geography and GIS at the University of Lethbridge. With TECTERRA's support, I have been able to explore personal interests in connecting geomatics and urban geography through Geographic Information Systems. I have been privileged in my time at the University to participate in multiple geography projects, including some with interdisciplinary natures. TECTERRA's support has been invaluable to continuing my studies at the University, and a strong motivation to continue exploring geography and GIS in the future.”