Jenny Simpson Memorial Scholarship

The Jenny Simpson Memorial Scholarship awards two scholarships to assist graduating STEPS students with educational expenses as they progress into any Undergraduate program at CQUniversity in 2013.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible to receive the Jenny Simpson Memorial Scholarship an applicant must be:

• A graduating STEPS student progressing to Undergraduate studies at CQUniversity in Term 1 2013
• An Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident of holder of a Permanent Humanitarian Visa
  

Selection Criteria

Applicants will be assessed based on an application form and a written submission of no more than 500 words addressing the following criteria:

"How the STEPS program has changed me and inspired me to continue my learning journey"

Additional Information

Successful Applicants must:

• Maintain satisfactory academic progress, i.e. passing all courses of study at the first attempt.
• Remain enrolled in the program of study for which the scholarship was awarded and
• Participate in publicity events to promote the scholarship including attending any recognition ceremonies.

Payment of the Scholarship

The scholarship is paid in two instalments ($500 Term 1 & $500 Term 2). The second instalment is paid after census date in Term Two, on the condition that the student continues to meet the Terms and Conditions of the scholarship.

Supporting Documentation

• 500 word written submission - refer Selection Criteria

How do I apply?

To apply for the Jenny Simpson Memorial Scholarship:

1. Read the Scholarship Guidelines
2. Complete a Scholarship Application Form
3. Ensure all  supporting documentation is completed and attached as outlined in the Scholarship Guidelines
4. Submit your Scholarship Application to the Student Support Centre by the closing date – refer to the Scholarship Application Form for submission options

Please Note: Complete Applications must be received at the Student Support Centre, Scholarships Office by the closing date.

How will I know the outcome of my application?

The Jenny Simpson Memorial Scholarship steering committee will meet to determine the successful applicant. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application within 6 weeks of the closing date of the Scholarship. In cases where this is not possible, the students will be informed of a revised date within this 6 week period.

Scholarship Donor - CQUniversity

Jenny Simpson was an extraordinary person. She was a passionate teacher, a transformative educator, a vigorous researcher, and for her students, she was an inspiration. She gave of herself to ensure that students, who previously may not have had the opportunity to achieve a tertiary education, were able to do so. She was responsible for enabling second-chance adult learners to effect change in their lives, to feel empowered and to be awakened to their true abilities.

Jenny Simpson dedicated 15 years of her life to providing 1000 CQUniversity students with the opportunity to achieve the necessary requirements to equip them with the skills and confidence to embark on a tertiary education. She lived by the quote: “I think; therefore I am.I imagine: therefore I can be more”, a value that she instilled in all of her students.

Sadly, on Saturday 11^th October 2008, after a battle with cancer, Jenny passed away. The Jenny Simpson Memorial Scholarship was established in her memory, to encourage STEPS students to pursue an Undergraduate degree program at CQUniversity.