Brett Donnelly Memorial Scholarship in Political Science

Award descriptionScholarships totalling $2,000 have been made available annually through gifts from family and friends in memory of Brett Donnelly (1989–2023) for outstanding domestic Bachelor of Arts students majoring in Political Science. Brett (B.A. 2013, M.P.P.) was born in Vancouver and raised in Kelowna. After completing his B.A. in Political Science at UBC’s Vancouver campus, Brett earned a Master of Public Policy from the University of Toronto and a Certificate in Data Science from the University of Waterloo. He demonstrated his dedication to public policy, data science and international affairs through various roles as a policy analyst, manager and advisor within the Canadian government; at the time of his death, Brett was a Policy Advisor in the Privy Council Office. Brett, a kind person known for his quick wit and love of dogs, was also an accomplished runner and cyclist who conquered marathons and held a deep appreciation for music and for language learning. Although he was enthusiastic about travelling and exploring new destinations, Vancouver always held a special place in his heart. This award was established to celebrate Brett’s life, honouring his commitment to political science and supporting students who exemplify his enthusiasm for the field. The awards are made on the recommendation of the Department of Political Science.