The University of Prince Edward Island has received a $1 million gift from the estate of Ruth MacDonald to establish the Roderick Stirling MacDonald Scholarship Fund.
Representing the family in making the donation was their nephew Ken Clark, who says education was very important to his aunt and uncle, and knowing this will support future students in this way is a great way to honour their legacy.
UPEI President and Vice-Chancellor Alaa Abd-El-Aziz says the scholarship fund will support UPEI students in attaining a quality post-secondary education. He says this generous donation will have a tremendous impact on students for years to come.