February 10, 2025 - As the International Day for Women and Girls in Science approaches, the family of the late Anne Kossatz has generously donated over $115,000 to create a scholarship for female students in the Biomedical Biology program at Laurentian University. This heartfelt contribution honours Anne and her lifelong commitment to advancing opportunities for women in science.
“It is a privilege to honour my wife’s memory by establishing this scholarship at Laurentian,” said Ray Dalby. “She believed deeply in the transformative power of education and the importance of encouraging women to excel in fields where they have been historically underrepresented. This scholarship is a way to continue her vision and make a lasting impact on future generations.”
Anne, who passed away in 2021, was a Sudbury native and Laurentian University alumna. She had an incredible zest for life, and a drive to live it to the fullest. Her passion for horses inspired her to serve as a board member of Ontario Equestrian and a steward with the International Federation for Equestrian Sports. Anne’s extensive education included two master’s degrees and started with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Laurentian University in 1977.
“The Laurentian community is deeply grateful to Anne’s family for making this significant contribution,” said Dr. Joy Gray-Munro, Dean of the Faculty of Science, Engineering, and Architecture. “Not only will this generous gift make a significant difference in the life of the recipients, we also know the positive impact of providing more opportunities for women in science.”
This donation will go toward creating a scholarship that is awarded annually to a third-year Biomedical Biology female student with the highest GPA over the previous two years of studies. Through this scholarship, Anne Kossatz’s legacy will support a Laurentian student in reaching her fullest potential and, more broadly, contribute to the future of scientific research.