Argyle Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Lincoln University in 2020, in recognition of Mr Gordon Holmes’ contribution to farming and education, particularly that relevant to the Marlborough region. It is named in recognition of Argyle Farm (formally owned by Mr Holmes), a 433 hectare sheep and cattle property in the Wairau Valley, at the junction of the Wairau and Branch Rivers and 63 kilometres west of Blenheim.

Regulations

1. Purpose

The award has been established in order to encourage tertiary study at Lincoln University by members of the Marlborough community

2. Number

Ten scholarships, each valued at $6,000, are available for scholars for one year. Scholarship holders may reapply in subsequent years.

4. Selection Criteria

4.1. The scholarship recipient will provide the selection panel with confidence that they have the ability to successfully complete a course of tertiary study leading to the award of a degree or diploma.

4.2. The scholarship recipient will demonstrate an intention to work in the agriculture, food and fibre sectors on completion of their study.

. Tenure

6.1. The tenure of the Argyle Scholarship will be for one year with the right to apply for a continuation for up to a maximum of four years.

6.2. The award may be held with any other scholarship, bursary, prize or fellowship unless the conditions of the other award preclude it.

7. Application

Application forms are available from the Lincoln University Scholarships website: www.lincoln.ac.nz/scholarships Applications close on 30 September with: Scholarships Office Email: scholarships@lincoln.ac.nz Lincoln University PO Box 85084 Lincoln 7647 Canterbury