Tertiary scholarships awarded
Six students from the Bega Valley Shire will soon have a helping hand with their studies thanks to the latest round of Council Tertiary Scholarships.
Tuesday 12 April 2016
Six students from the Bega Valley Shire will soon have a helping hand with their studies thanks to the latest round of Council Tertiary Scholarships.
A total of $5000 will be awarded to the students during a special presentation at the Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre on Wednesday.
Mayor Michael Britten said the annual scholarships presentation is always looked forward to as it represents a new generation of young people who are seeking professional qualifications and careers whilst living in the Bega Valley Shire.
“Presenting the scholarships to these six students is a delight, and we thank them all for investing in their communities by incorporating the Shire in their future plans,” he said.
This year’s scholarship recipients are:
- Emily Ferencz from Lochiel who is studying a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care through TAFE Illawarra.
- Carl Angove from Buckajo who has just signed up for an apprenticeship in Engineering and Trailer Making through TAFE Illawara.
- Jessica Ford from Wolumla who is studying a Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathology)/Bachelor of Forensic Bio Technology by distance education through Charles Sturt University.
- Marny Cummings from Merimbula who is studying a Bachelor of Nursing at the University of Wollongong.
- Hollie Russell from Merimbula who is studying a Masters in Teaching (Primary) through the University of Wollongong.
- Priya Benjamin from Bega who is studying a Bachelor of Business Administration through the Australian National University.
The presentation will be held at the Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre on Wednesday 13 April 1:30pm. Awards will be presented in the Biamanga Room or the Centre’s foyer depending on numbers.
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