Key facts
About this scholarship
Number offered:
1
Description:
Edwina Ridgway took up a position as Secretary-Bursar at Duval College in February 1973. This proved to be the start of a 44-year career in the UNE college system that made Edwina a contemporary of thirteen of UNE’s fifteen Vice-Chancellors and seven Chancellors. Appointed Head of Duval College in 1976, her contribution to UNE and generations of students earned Edwina an OAM in 2010 for services to the community and a UNE Honorary Doctorate (Honoris Causa) in 2011.
The Edwina Ridgway Scholarship has been established as an endowed scholarship with donations made by past UNE students, staff and Senior Common Room members from Duval College. The Edwina Ridgway Scholarship is intended to benefit returning students to Duval who demonstrate leadership skills and efforts in positively impacting the lives of others – both in Duval College and in the wider community.
How will the scholarship be paid?
Residential fee account (100%)
Payment Conditions:
- The student shall receive $5,000 per academic year.
- The scholarship is payable into the recipient’s Residential fee account.
2.1. If the recipient is awarded an additional UNE Scholarship (including a UNE Residential Financial Assistance Scholarship) or is receiving reduced residential fees due to holding a leadership, academic mentor or other College office, the scholarship amount may be reduced to ensure the combined scholarship payments do not exceed the College fees for that academic year. - The scholarship will be paid in 2 instalments within 30 days following the Trimester 1 and 2 census dates.
4.1. Payments will be made in each Trimester provided there is a minimum enrolment across the academic year in the nominated course:
4.2. The minimum enrolment for full-time is defined at UNE as an enrolment of 48 credit points (or equivalent) in the academic year. - Enrolment is required for Trimester 1 and 2 study periods, with Trimester 3 optional. If a student is not actively enrolled during the T1 and T2 periods and does not have an approved leave of absence from their scholarship, the scholarship may be suspended.
- The student must continue to achieve a GPA 4.0 in each trimester.
- The student must continue to be enrolled in on-campus mode and be enrolled in all on-campus units, subject to availability.
- The student is required to reside in Duval College at UNE for the duration of the scholarship.
- The student must submit a brief report upon request each year reporting on progress with their studies and involvement in University life, such as participation in sporting, cultural or community activities as well as participation in University life, where applicable.
General Conditions:
- The scholarship is intended for the nominated course and may not be deferred or transferred. If you wish to make any significant changes to your enrolment (e.g. change of degree, study mode and/or load) you must notify Student Scholarships prior to doing so. If you no longer satisfy the criteria and conditions of the scholarship, you may not retain it.
- Any request to vary the terms and/or conditions of the scholarship must be made via an appeal to the scholarships committee and will be determined at the discretion of the University (in consultation with the donor or other relevant committee).
- If at any time during the scholarship term the student is found to have committed behavioural misconduct in accordance with the University’s Student Behavioural Misconduct Rules, the scholarship will be terminated and any outstanding payments will not be paid. You may also be required to repay any instalment already received. Students who are residential college residents are also subject to the Residential College Code of Conduct.
- Where possible, scholarship recipients are encouraged to attend events or participate in activities that promote scholarships and acknowledge donor support. One such event is the Annual Scholarship Donor Luncheon, typically held in July. Students who require a letter to excuse them from class may request one from the Office of Advancement. If a student is unable to attend the luncheon or similar opportunities, they may instead provide a written or video message to be shared with the donor.
- The applicant permits the University to give some personal details to the relevant Donor/Trustee/Committee/School, who may not be UNE staff. All information gathered will be treated with discretion.
- Some scholarships may affect other government payments. It is the recipient’s responsibility to seek advice from the relevant government agency.
- Minor changes may be required to the administrative conditions of this scholarship. If this occurs recipients will be given advance notice in writing. Donors will also be consulted where appropriate.
- Failure to meet the requirements of these Terms and Conditions may lead to the termination of the scholarship. Students may be required to repay any instalment already received.
Note: If you are struggling to meet the requirements of your scholarship, it is important that you contact the Student Scholarships team at scholarships@une.edu.au to discuss your circumstances and they will provide advice and support.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following core and scholarship specific eligibility requirements
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident: The applicant must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident as defined by the Commonwealth |
| New or Continuing | Continuing students in their 2nd/3rd/4th/5th/Honours year |
| Study Mode | On-campus |
| Study Load | Full-time (48 credit points per academic year) |
| Course type | Bachelor degree including Honours |
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Academic High Achievers | Minimum GPA of 4.0 in your course to date |
| Residential College | The applicant has lived in Duval College for at least two Trimesters during their degree and intends to continue to live in Duval College (see Conditions for specific requirements of this scholarship) |
Selection:
- The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of (in order):
1.1 Responses to the application questions; AND
1.2. Supporting Letters of Recommendation. - Preference may be given to applicants who are not in receipt of another scholarship.
- The scholarship shall be awarded by the University of New England in consultation with the Duval Scholarships Committee.
- The scholarship will be administered by the University of New England.
- Recipients seeking the extension of their scholarship may reapply through the normal application process. No preference will be shown to previous recipients.
- The Selection Committee’s decision is final.
Before you apply
Before you apply for this scholarship, please ensure you have read and understood the below important information:
Required Information:
- Complete the application form which includes the following questions:
1.1. Why are you studying your chosen course and what are your career aspirations?
1.2. Tell us about your personal strengths and how you have used them to make a difference in the lives of others. This might include community activities and leadership opportunities that you have been involved in.
1.3. What challenges, such as financial, geographic, or cultural, have you encountered and how have you navigated them?
Additional question:
- What extra-curricular and leadership activities are you involved in at college, the University and the community?
Supporting Documents:
The documents listed below are acceptable forms of evidence for each of the following criteria.
- References: Two (2) written references, including one from a College leader, e.g. Head of College, Junior Common Room President, Senior Resident Leader, Senior Academic Mentor, or Resident Leader.
