Announcement
Soroptimist International of Adelaide Inc. is excited to announce the Olive Johnston Travel Award, an annual scholarship aimed at supporting tertiary-level women in South Australia. This award provides financial assistance of up to $1,000 and includes a one-year membership to Soroptimist International Adelaide Inc., helping recipients attend conferences or seminars either in person or online to enhance their knowledge and expertise.
Award Details
The Travel Award offers a monetary sum of up to $1,000 or a lesser amount as determined by the Selection Committee. The award will be granted by September 1, 2024, and includes a one-year membership to Soroptimist International Adelaide Inc.
Institution Profile
Flinders University, established in 1966, is a leading institution known for its innovative research, excellent teaching, and strong community engagement. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including humanities, sciences, health, and engineering.
Key Information
– Application Deadline: July 31, 2024
– University or Organization: Flinders University
– Department: Soroptimist International of Adelaide Inc.
– Course Level: Undergraduate, Honours, Postgraduate Coursework, Higher Degrees Research
– Award: Up to $1,000
– Access Mode: Online
– Number of Awards: Not specified
– Nationality: Residents of South Australia
– Location: Australia or overseas
Eligibility Criteria
– Eligible Countries: Residents of South Australia
– Eligible Courses/Subjects: Any subject offered by the university.
– Admission Requirements:
– Female applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
– The Travel Award is only for future projects; applications for past travel will not be considered.
– The award cannot be given twice to the same person, but previously unsuccessful candidates are encouraged to reapply.
– Applications must be submitted by July 31 each year for consideration.
– The project must involve travel to a meeting, seminar, symposium, or conference, either in Australia or overseas, as part of a tertiary course of study. The travel must advance the applicant’s studies and/or research.
– The Selection Committee may request further information and/or a breakdown of anticipated travel expenses.
– The Selection Committee may interview candidates and modify any eligibility criteria at its discretion. The Committee’s decision is final, although feedback will be provided upon request.
Application Process
Applicants must complete the application form and send one hard copy by post and one copy by email to siadelaide@siswp.org.
Benefits
– Monetary Award: Up to $1,000, awarded by September 1, 2024.
– Membership: One-year membership to Soroptimist International Adelaide Inc.
Conditions of Award
– The recipient must present a written report within six months of returning from the travel and speak at a meeting of Soroptimist International of Adelaide Inc.
– The recipient must publicly acknowledge Soroptimist International of Adelaide Inc. as the donor of the award whenever possible.
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