William A. WEBBER Memorial Scholarship in Medicine

Award descriptionScholarships totalling $29,800 have been endowed by family, friends and colleagues in memory of Dr. William Alexander Webber (1934-2006) for one or more fourth year M.D. undergraduate students who best exemplify his spirit and accomplishments. Dr. Webber's impact on the Faculty of Medicine's students, faculty and staff extended over decades. He graduated with the M.D. Class of 1958, went on to serve as Dean of the Faculty of Medicine from 1977 to 1990, and continued his involvement as Dean Emeritus until his passing in 2006. He was a family man, teacher, mentor, coach, sportsman, scientist, diplomat and leader. He is remembered for his dedication, knowledge and incisive, dry wit; his adventurous and generous character; and his wisdom. As the Faculty of Medicine's most prestigious M.D. undergraduate award, this scholarship recognizes a student (or students) with an outstanding academic record who also demonstrates a genuine commitment to medicine and the community, enthusiasm for sports or the arts, leadership qualities, and the promise of an exceptional career. The award is made on the recommendation of the Faculty of Medicine.