Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme
inspiring excellence, all-round development and leadership
i n s p i r i n g a l l - ro u n d e xc e l l e n c e
The University of Waikato Toll Free: 0800 WAIKATO (NZ only)Private Bag 3105 0800 924 528Hamilton 3240 Website: waikato.ac.nz New Zealand Email: [email protected]
©The University of Waikato, December 2010.
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Contact the Scholarships Office on0800 WAIKATO or
waikato.ac.nz/scholarships
Applications close on 31 October
For more information contact the High Performance Student Manager
Email: [email protected] the ‘tell me more’ form attached
or check out the website waikato.ac.nz/hillary
expectations for scholars
To remain in the Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme, scholars are expected to:
Maintain a B grade average or better each year. »
Sustain a level of performance in their sporting code or »creative and performing art.
Participate in the leadership and personal development »programme provided by the University.
June damsVoice
June has completed her Masters degree in voice performance and is now studying for her Doctorate of Musical Arts. She has performed as a soloist with the Hamilton Civic Choir, Cantamus Men’s and Women’s Choir, the Cantando Choir, the Hamilton Chorale and the University of Waikato Choir. She has also had composition pieces recorded and performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.
partnership With the communitYThe range of partnerships established by the University to deliver the Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship is unique. Some partnerships are at a national level and others reflect a regional focus. The links create a strong support network and pathway for talented individuals to develop and consolidate their standing as achievers and leaders. Refer to waikato.ac.nz/hillary for details on the partnerships.
Laura Langman is a member of the New Zealand Silver Ferns that won
the gold medal at the 2010 Commonwealth Games. She won her first
test cap against England in 2005, at the age of nineteen. She has played
with magic since the 2008 ANZ Championship season, and plays for the
Premier University of Waikato netball team. Laura has completed her
Bachelor in Business Analysis and this year studies for a Graduate
Diploma in Accounting.
L AUr A L ANgmAN
DEGREE: Bachelor of Business Analysis
DISCIPLINE: Netball
FROM: Hillcrest High School
“Being an athlete student can have its challenges from time to time.
However, being on the Hillary Scholarship Programme for the past three
years has certainly contributed to my progression and achievements
in both the sporting and academic arena’s. The support and learning
opportunities provided by the Hillary Programme ensure both new and
returning scholars can fulfil their goals as students at Waikato University
and as athletes of their chosen discipline.”
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BENEFITS FOr HILLAry ScHOLArS
academic supportFull fees Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship to attend the University »of Waikato for the duration of your study in any degree programme.
Personal support from the High Performance Student Manager »who is a dedicated advocate for Hillary Scholars, and co-ordinates all the services available to scholars. The High Performance Student Manager liaises between partner organisations and University lecturers, and can provide advice or support on academic, sport/art or leadership pursuits.
leadership developmentLeadership development is run in association with Waikato »Management School, and includes team building activities and the completion of the Hillary Challenge-Personal Purpose.
A personal development programme for each Hillary Scholar. »An annual plan will be developed to co-ordinate academic and extra-curricular activities and competitions.
coaching and tutor supportsport
Support from the relevant partner organisation via the Hillary »Scholar’s sport manager.
Leading coaches recommended by partner organisation. »
Free membership to the University’s Recreation Centre. »
Personalised exercise programmes and group physical »conditioning sessions.
Participation in club, regional and national competitions »where applicable.
Participation in elite development squads where applicable. »
performing and creative artsLeading tutors in arts excellence, provided by the University. »
Free membership to the University’s Recreation Centre. »
Personalised exercise programmes. »
Participation in interdisciplinary performance where applicable. »
Participation in regional and national competitions where »applicable.
EDWArD KINg
DEGREE: Bachelor of music (Hons)
DISCIPLINE: music - Cellist
FROM: King’s College
“Being a Sir Edmund Hillary Scholar means
persevering at the greatest challenges and
constantly setting higher expectations for
myself. The programme provides a supportive
atmosphere - with personal development
seminars, funding available for external
courses and great support staff.”
WHO cAN APPLy?
Students who excel academically in sport or creative and »performing arts and have leadership qualities.*
School leavers who have achieved University Entrance AND »have achieved 60 credits at level 3 NCEA in 3 or 4 approved subjects, and at least 14 credits in each subject, or the equivalent in the Cambridge International Examinations or the International Baccalaureate examination.
Current university students who have achieved a B average »
Students intending to study at the University of Waikato at »either the Hamilton or Tauranga campus.
Academic and leadership performance will be assessed by the University, and the standard of sport or arts component will be assessed by the University’s sporting or arts partners. The University will make a final selection based on the combined recommendations.
*For a list of creative and performing art and sporting codes currently supported please refer to waikato.ac.nz/Hillary/partners.
TELL ME MOrE. . .
Please send me information about the Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme and the University of Waikato.
First Name:
Last Name:
Address:
Home Phone:
mobile:
Email:
Sporting interest or Creative and Performing Art interest:
University subjects of interest:
Which secondary school do you currently attend or where are you
currently studying?
International student: (yes) (No)
Intended year of study at Waikato:
PLEASE DETACH THIS FORm, FILL IT OUT, AND POST IT TO: Freepost 78837 Student Information centre, The University of Waikato Private Bag 3105, Hamilton 3240, New Zealand
OR CONTACT WAIKATO ON:
0800 WAIKATO (0800 924 528) [email protected] waikato.ac.nz/hillary
In 2010 Edward completed his
honours year of a Bachelor of music
degree. He also won the 43rd
National Concerto Competition and
was selected for the Beijing
International Cello Festival. He has
toured in the cello section of the New
Zealand Symphony Orchestra and has
been principal cellist of the NZSO
National youth Orchestra.
The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme enables the achievement of all-round excellence. Above all, it recognises the importance of balance in fostering the development of future leaders and successful careers. If you have excelled academically, and on the field or stage, this programme will provide you with the skill development and support you need to continue to achieve your aspirations on both fronts.
What makes the programme special is the emphasis placed on academic achievement, on strong support systems, and on partnerships between the University of Waikato and sporting organisations and groups that support the creative and performing arts.
Waikato University has educated some of New Zealand’s top sports people and artists. At Waikato we build well-rounded graduates who can balance their academic, social and recreational challenges. This programme builds on that tradition.
Professor. roy crawford
Vice-chancellor, University of Waikato
S T E p H I g H E r P i k i A k e
“My achievements have resulted from a goodly share of imagination and plenty of energy. As a Hillary Scholar you are given every opportunity to challenge yourself. Seize this chance.”
Sir Edmund Hillary 1919 - 2008
Championships in Ostend, Belgium. Young is studying for a Bachelor of Computing and Mathematical Science degree. He hails from Papamoa and went to Te Puke High School.
“I have always wanted to do one better, whether it be one more lap in my Blokart race or 1 more percent on my university test. The Hillary Programme has helped me to achieve this at University and has given me the skill set to keep doing this in the future.”
The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme is proudly sponsored by Calder and Lawson’s Orbit Corporate Travel, Gallagher Group, Waikato Times and U Leisure.
U Leisure provides sport and leisure services for the University of Waikato.
FRONT COVER: GRAHAM OBERLIN-BROWN(NewZealandRowingrepresentative)
TARyN VIGGIANO(highperformingflautist)
gabe YoungBlokartingGabe, a computer science student is the 2010 world lightweight blokarting champion. He defended his world title in the lightweight performance division at the World
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