Shaqil Peermohamed – Faculty of Science student makes the grade at medical school

Shaqil Peermohamed will be commencing studies at the University of Calgary Medical School this August.

Shaqil was recognized as one of Canada’s first Top 20 Under 20 award recipients in 2004. In recognition of his voluntary contributions, Shaqil has been inducted into Alberta’s Volunteer Wall of Fame, has received the City of Calgary Award (Youth Category) and I-STAR Student of the Year Award.

After graduating from high school, Shaqil pursued a B.Sc. in Biological Sciences at one of Canada’s newest universities, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), where Shaqil was recognized as the Chancellor’s Scholarship recipient. Continuing to excel academically, Shaqil achieved the highest GPA in the Faculty of Science during his first year of studies.

Shaqil is excited to continue his education at the University of Calgary Medical School and has said, “Medicine is becoming increasingly collaborative… UOIT has instilled in me both a strong work ethic and valuable technical skills so that I can apply myself to the fullest potential and achieve my best in medical school”. While the majority of Canadian medical schools offer four-year programs, the University of Calgary is one of two Canadian medical schools that offers a three-year M.D. program. Known for its innovative, practical, patient-based program, the University of Calgary Medical School has earned an international reputation for excellence.

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University of Ontario Institute of Technology
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UOIT recognizes top students at In-Course Scholarship awards ceremony
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Calgary Awards 2005