Dorothy Banks Memorial Scholarship

2002 Winner - Andrew Weiss

Congratulations, Andrew Weiss, of Medicine Hat. Andrew is currently attending the University of Alberta enrolled in a General Science Program. He plans to use this program for entrance into the Faculty of Medicine and eventually practice Medicine as a Radiologist. Andrews' extracurricular activities are numerous; at the University he is a member of Farmhouse Fraternity, a member of Safewalk and of the U of A fencing club. He has had a successful history with fencing, winning gold medals at Alberta Junior Provincials and brought home a bronze medal from the 1999 Canada Winter Games. Andrew trained and shown several Angus steers during his time with the Medicine Hat 4-H beef club, for which he held positions of President and Parliamentarian. During September 2001, he was one of 20 4-H members selected to participate in a private forum with the governor General in Medicine Hat. This led to his invitation to the Governor Generals' Youth Forum in February 2002 at which he was an active participant. During junior and senior high, Andrew was very active with his schools' debate club and competed at four provincial championships. Andrew is a skilled orator and so, was the emcee at district colour night, as well, as, his high school graduation ceremonies. Currently, Andrew is a member of the TUXIS youth parliament of Alberta, with which he has held the positions of Opposition whip. Deputy Minister of External Affairs and Public Relations, Deputy Minister of Social Action and currently holds the position of Minister of Publications. Andrew is also an active member of the United Church of Canada. Despite Andrews' many commitments he is dedicated to his studies and so has managed to maintain a solid academic average.

"I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the Alberta Angus Association/Dorothy Banks Memorial Scholarship Committee for doing me the honour of choosing me as the 2002 recipient of the Dorothy Banks Memorial Scholarship. Apart from the honour itself, this award will help me to achieve my goals. Thank you - Andrew.