The bursary honours Ms. MacFarlane’s tireless commitment to students and her deep dedication to the Antigonish community. Remembered for her energy, compassion, and generosity of spirit, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from StFX and later served the university in a variety of roles. Beyond campus, she was an active community volunteer, including serving as chair of the board of directors of the Affordable Housing Society. The Rachel MacFarlane Memorial Bursary will be awarded annually to full-time StFX students in any program or year who demonstrate financial need and who might not otherwise be able to attend the university. Preference will be given to applicants who have shown a strong commitment to volunteerism and community service.