Mathilde Tremblay Receives Roy Ivor Memorial Award in Biology for Excellence in Academics and Ecology
Hello everyone! My name is Mathilde Tremblay and I have the honor of receiving this year’s Roy Ivor Memorial Award in Biology. I am currently entering my third year at UTM. I am majoring in environmental science and minoring in both environmental law and policy and geographical information systems.
My first year was entirely online which was quite difficult for me as I couldn’t find my place on campus or make many friends and connections with the professors that were teaching me. My second year was completely in-person which did simplify things for me but, had its own challenges as I was over 800 km away from my family most of the year which is farther than I ever had been from them before. But the experiences and opportunities I had made it all worth it.
This past year I had the amazing opportunity to be a part of the Murray lab where my partner and I investigated mosquito larvae and pupae total abundance and larvae species richness in the Georgian Bay Islands to determine if the patterns followed the principles of island biogeography theory.
This upcoming year I will be the co-president of the Student Association for Geography & Environment. I will also continue my involvement in research in the Duval lab where I will investigate chlorophyll levels in the ponds on UTM campus specifically, under pond ice.
In the future I look forward to continuing my participation in research and completing a master’s in environmental science.
Looking forward to seeing all of you around on campus!
Mathilde
In a celebration of academic excellence and a profound passion for ecology, Mathilde Tremblay has been honored with the prestigious Roy Ivor Memorial Award in Biology. This distinguished award, presented annually, recognizes the outstanding achievements of a student who not only excels academically in BIO205 but also demonstrates a heartfelt commitment to the field of ecology.
Mathilde's journey has just begun, and this award serves as a testament to her dedication, hard work, and unrelenting curiosity. As she continues to explore the intricate tapestry of life on Earth, there's no doubt that she will leave an indelible mark on the world of biology and ecology.