The Rick Hansen “Man in Motion” Fellowships are made available by the University of British Columbia to honour the incredible determination and many personal achievements of Rick Hansen, Bachelor of Physical Education, 1986 and Doctor of Laws, honoris causa. His two-year world tour, Man in Motion, completed in 1987, changed public attitudes and the prospects for people with disabilities. Two fellowships, valued at $16,000 per year, are awarded each year.

Further details about this award are available on our website: http://www.grad.ubc.ca/awards/rick-hansen-man-motion-fellowship

The SLAIS departmental deadline is Friday, February 8, 2013.