For Landon Tulk, HBA '20 candidate, receiving the TC Energy Community Leaders Scholarship is more than just a financial award – it's also giving him the means to further his education and to continue advocating on behalf of the campus community.
Pursuing campus leadership opportunities
Tulk was awarded the $2,500 scholarship for his efforts as an advocate, a start-up entrepreneur, and a full-time student. Tulk, who studied Political Science at Western University and Huron University College before being elected Vice-President of the Western University Students' Council (USC) in 2017, has been actively involved in community initiatives, both on and off campus.
"I've been a voice for student health and wellness, specifically campus mental health and post-secondary affordability," said Tulk. "In my role as Vice-President of the Western USC, I was able to advocate to the University and Provincial Government for real investments and a focus into the campus mental health space. I was part of the team that worked with the local Canadian Mental Health Association to secure more than $200,000 for additional mental health crisis counselling support at Western."
Tulk has also spearheaded provincial campaigns focused on the affordability of post-secondary education in Ontario, with a specific focus on addressing the increasing costs of textbooks.
Launching a full-service marketing start-up
Outside of his campus leadership roles, Tulk runs Amplify Solutions, a full-service marketing firm which helps brands grow and connect in the student market. Co-founded by Tulk and two fellow Western students, the firm has earned business from major brands such as CIBC, Molson-Coors, Nestle, The Globe & Mail, Lyft, and SkipTheDishes. With five full-time employees at their Toronto office, Tulk and his team are in the process of employing over 100 students on 30 post-secondary campuses across Canada, including Ivey HBA students.
Setting the foundation for his career
While Tulk is busy with community activities, running a start-up business, and completing his undergraduate degree at Ivey, he is looking forward to pursuing his career path, thanks to the financial support he's received thus far.
"This scholarship means I have more time to set the foundation for what an impactful career looks like in the years ahead of me – starting off in the management consulting space to help create impact for organizations," said Tulk. "I am very grateful to be recognized as a Community Leader."
About the TC Energy Community Leaders Scholarship
The TC Energy Community Leaders Scholarship is offered to students pursuing any post-secondary education who demonstrate a strong commitment to their communities through volunteer work, community participation, leadership, or other activities.
