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The Professor Nigel Firth Bursary was established in June of 2014, shortly after the passing of the Faculty’s beloved professor. The award was created through generous gifts made by friends, colleagues and his loving sister as a tribute to his generous spirit.

The bursary supports students majoring in Animal Science, involved in their communities and who contribute to community enrichment. The Faculty of Agriculture is pleased to announce that the bursary has been awarded to a student for the first time this year.

Dr. Firth was an associate professor in the department of Plant and Animal Sciences, joining the former NSAC in 1985. He was involved in the teaching of Farm Animal Production, Animal Nutrition, Applied Animal Nutrition, Eggs and Dairy Products and Meat Science.

Dr. Firth was one of the most well-liked professors at the Faculty of Agriculture. “Nigel is the one lecturer I would wish to emulate in the classroom,” says a fellow faculty member. According to students, he was extremely approachable, helpful and genuinely cared about each and every one of them. But that’s not all. Dr. Firth was also one of the most well-known members of the greater Truro area, particularly in the performing arts community.

Dr. Firth made a difference in the lives of those around him on a daily basis. His citizenship and willingness to help were appreciated wholeheartedly by members of both the Faculty of Agriculture and the greater community.

The Faculty of Agriculture is honoured to have a scholarship in his memory as a way to recognize his many contributions to student education.