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June Opie Fellowship
This award is available to citizens and permanent residents of Australia, Canada and New Zealand. It is designed as an incentive for students of high academic achievement who have a severe disability. It is primarily intended for those who plan to undertake graduate study with a view to preparing themselves for a role in the professions, in politics, or more particularly, in university teaching and research and who have disability issues as a continuing interest. Applicants in respect of undergraduate study may be considered. Applications close on 1 November each year. Application forms are available by contacting:
The Academic Registry
University of Auckland
Private Bag 92019
AUCKLAND
Phone: (09) 373 7599 Ext 4921
Fax: (09) 308 2309
Email: m.whitehead@auckland.ac.nz
Rosemary Middleton Scholarship
APNZ offers scholarships to support disadvantaged students in a further year of Polytechnic study. The scholarships are available to students who have been studying full-time at a Polytechnic for a minimum of 20 weeks and who wish to continue their studies full-time for another year. The main criteria are perseverance and motivation to succeed in spite of personal circumstances. Applications close on 1 August each year and are by CEO nomination. For information on how to apply see the Inclusive Education Co-ordinator.
Rural Communities Trust
This fund aims to provide assistance to individuals in rural areas who are disadvantaged by their location. Successful applicants must be from a rural background, have a proven academic record, a commitment to study and successfully demonstrate an ability to balance study with sport or recreation. Grants normally range from $500 to $2,000. Applications should be lodged prior to 20 February each year. Decisions made within a month. Application forms are available from:
Rural Communities Trust
PO Box 715
WELLINGTON
Phone: (04) 494 9185
Email: jlewis@fedfarm.org.nz
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