Nicole Bodnaruk receives Jardine Bursary

By Diana Walker

After graduating from South Central High School, Oyen in 2022, Nicole Bodnaruk, headed off that fall to the University of Alberta in Edmonton to take a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a major in Animal Science.

“Growing up in Cappon, a rural area surrounded by cattle and grain, has led me to find a passion in agriculture, one in which I would like to pursue,” says Nicole.

During that first year she gained useful knowledge and skills in different sectors of the livestock industry.

Nicole Bodnaruk receives one of the two $1000 Jardine Bursaries from Diana Walker, representing the bursary committee including Cheryl Ball and Sharon Dahl.

Returning home after her first year at university Nicole was proud to share knowledge as well as a few new tricks when working with cattle with her parents, Paul Bodnaruk and Mona Davidson.

“I am passionate about my program and returned to Edmonton last fall to complete my second year,” says Nicole. “I have volunteered for multiple functions at the Crossroads Centre, and a few programs while still attending high school. I also had the opportunity to volunteer at the dairy barn at the campus farm.

“I cannot wait to see what the future holds for me as I progress with my education,” says Nicole. “After completing my Bachelor of Science I would like to further my education in the field of Veterinary Medicine.”

In a recent email update Nicole said: “I’m very excited to be finishing up my general courses and moving into courses based around animal health. Although my second year is coming to an end I’m very excited to be another year closer to reaching my goals.”