Lincoln University Ahuwhenua Scholarship

Purpose

This scholarship was established in 2018 to support school leaver Māori students who are entering an undergraduate or sub-degree study in the Agricultural, mahika kai or organics field at Lincoln University

Number/Value

The number of scholarships awarded annually shall be decided by the ViceChancellor and shall comprise a total of $5,000 via a credit to: a) the recipient’s personal account in the form of a fortnightly stipend during the academic year. Should a scholar withdraw from study at any time during the tenure of the scholarship, the value of the scholarship will not be refunded. Successful applicants will be required to contribute positively to Māori events on campus and/or the activities of Te Awhioraki, the Lincoln University Māori Students’ Association, throughout.

Eligibility

To be eligible to hold the scholarship applicants shall: a) Be of Māori descent b) Be enrolled full time in the first year of a Lincoln University undergraduate degree. c) Have demonstrated leadership potential in the Māori community

Selection Criteria

The criteria for selection shall include all of the following: a) Demonstrated commitment to Māori leadership and advancement within their school or extended community, and b) Has met the entry requirements to complete a degree or sub-degree in the field of Agriculture, mahinga kai or organics at Lincoln University

Tenure

a) The tenure of the scholarship is for a maximum of one year. b) The scholarship is not tenable with any other Lincoln University funded scholarship. c) The scholarship is tenable with any other external scholarship, award or bursary with approval from the Lincoln University Scholarship convenor provided the conditions of the other award do not preclude it