Scholarships Brochure 2015

Excellence Scholarship Awards THURSDAY 12TH NOVEMBER 2015

The presentation of OUTSTANDING APPLICANT SCHOLARSHIP ON-COURSE SCHOLARSHIPS SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS PREPARATION FOR HE SCHOLARSHIPS CHANCELLOR’S SCHOLARSHIPS RHIANNON EVANS POETRY PRIZE MARK FLINN SCHOLARSHIP ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS STUDY PRIZES

WELCOME

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dge Hill University has one of the most impressive and innovative scholarship packages in the higher education sector. Our highly flexible scheme recognises and rewards excellence in areas such as sport, performing arts, creative arts and volunteering, as well as other areas such as academic performance. Our Scholarships are worth up to £2,000 and are awarded to those students who display determination, commitment and achievement in their chosen field. The scheme forms part of the University’s Times Higher award-winning ‘Outstanding Student Financial Support Package' and has been a remarkable success in helping Scholars to focus their energies on developing their talents since it was established nine years ago.

We are proud to welcome this year’s winners to the remarkable group of committed, dedicated and talented students who are Edge Hill University’s Scholars.

Dr. John Cater Vice-Chancellor

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It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the Ormskirk Campus for our annual Scholarship Presentation. It is my honour and privilege as Chancellor of this wonderful University to present our Scholarship winners with their prizes this evening.

It fills me with so much pride to meet the University’s most talented and motivated students. Hearing about their achievements and ambitions is often a humbling experience for me, particularly from those who have overcome difficult personal circumstances with such determination to excel in their studies and in so many other ways.

Here at the University, we work hard to ensure every student reaches their full potential. With state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities, an award-winning Careers Service and dedicated staff who provide support and guidance through every step of their higher education career, our commitment to students is clear – wherever you want to go, we will help you get there.

I hope you will enjoy this evening and know that you will join me in wishing our Scholarship winners congratulations and good luck in all their future endeavours - they are a credit to their families, their University and, most of all, themselves.

Professor Tanya Byron Chancellor of Edge Hill University

OUTSTANDING APPLICANT SCHOLARSHIPS Students apply for these Scholarships prior to joining to the University. This is a competitive scheme and all applications are considered by a Scholarship Selection Committee which comprises a panel with academic expertise in areas such as creative arts, performing arts, enterprise and volunteering. The panels feature internal and external members who determine the most impressive applicants to receive the Scholarships.

With regard to excellence, it is not enough to know, but we must try to have and use it ARISTOTLE

EXCELLENCE IN CREATIVE ARTS ALEX FODEN

BSc (Hons) Computing (Networking, Security and Forensics)

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DARBY HENDERSON BA (Hons) Film and Television Production

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MAXFIELD HORWOOD BSc (Hons) Computing

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lex was the only UK youth candidate to be shortlisted in the prestigious 2015 Sony World Photography Awards, the largest annual photography competition in the world, in the Environment category. His work was exhibited at London’s Somerset House art gallery. Alex has some exciting upcoming projects planned, and will use the scholarship to invest in equipment that will improve the quality of his work.

practised screenwriter and talented short film maker, Darby is a valued volunteer at Liverpool’s FACT (Foundation for Art and Creative Technology), and was a driving force in the organisation of their FLAG Film Festival. Darby plans to continue her involvement with FACT throughout her time at University, and hopes to invest the scholarship into her production of future short films.

axfield is a keen scuba diver and talented underwater photographer. He won first place in the Fish Portrait category at the Dahab International Festival 2012. Maxfield intends to use the scholarship to fund his PADI Divemaster course so he can develop his underwater photography further and share his passion with others.

OWAIN LLYR PRITCHARD

MELANIE SENIOR

EMILY THOMAS

BA (Hons) Animation

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wain is a gifted young 3D animator and winner of multiple national competitions.

He intends to use the scholarship to purchase new technology and equipment to develop and excel in his craft, enter competitions and eventually fulfil his dream of becoming a full-time professional animator.

BA (Hons) English Literature and Film Studies

BA (Hons) Film and Television Production

creative and multi-talented writer, Melanie’s impressive portfolio ranges from short stories and poetry, to articles and blog posts. Melanie has been writing for her sixth form newsletter for two years, and is a published freelance contributor for the Whatuni blogs.

Melanie is currently in the process of writing her own novel, which she hopes to ultimately publish, and intends to use the scholarship to pursue a career in writing.

n ambitious and passionate filmmaker, Emily has been involved with a number of reputable organisations such as FACT, Liverpool Tate and The British Film Institute. A firm believer in the power of film to bring about positive change, Emily aspires to create engaging documentaries that bring to light important, underreported issues. She hopes to use the scholarship to fund her first documentary project.

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EXCELLENCE IN PERFORMING ARTS MARK BARKER

BA (Hons) Secondary English Education with QTS

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SAMUEL D’AUVIN

BSc (Hons) Educational Psychology

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OLIVIA DAWSON LLB (Hons) Law

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highly experienced professional drummer and instrumental tutor, Mark has a Masters degree in music education. He is also involved in various outreach programmes in the local community. Mark is fuelled by his desire to find innovative ways of teaching and learning to be optimally effective. He combines his love of music and teaching in a self-supporting enterprise, and hopes the scholarship will enable him to continue to do so throughout his studies.

dedicated musical performer, Samuel took classical piano lessons before teaching himself to play jazz piano, electric and acoustic guitar, and drums. Samuel has performed solo and as part of a group at a wide range of venues across the UK and Europe. He has even produced, recorded and published his own album, and provides a mobile recording studio for local bands and musicians. Samuel’s aspirations for the future include opening an after school Stomp club for primary school children, building his own website, and furthering his recording experience.

devoted dancer with flair and natural ability, Olivia has worked with The Royal Ballet, English Youth Ballet, and performed alongside celebrities in professional pantomimes.

She has assisted young children in learning to dance, and has also worked with a group that gives disabled children opportunities to get involved in dance, which she describes as thoroughly rewarding. Olivia hopes to expand her range to other dance styles and intends to use the scholarship to take lessons and purchase equipment that will push her to succeed.

HEATHER JEROMSON

MICHAEL MANNING

SOPHIE MIDGLEY

BA (Hons) Drama

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versatile performing arts candidate, Heather has impressive experience in singing, dancing, acting, directing, and choreography, lighting and sound. Heather recently choreographed her high school production of We Will Rock You, and is involved with local charitable organisation ‘Popskool’ who put on shows with underprivileged children in the community. Heather hopes to increase her participation in voluntary and charity work whilst attending university.

BA (Hons) Dance and Drama

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n accomplished writer and performer of dance and drama, Michael has an impressive array of experience and was awarded a Trinity Bronze Award in the Arts. He is an established Ballroom and Latin dancer, having competed on the British Open Circuit, and ranked 4th in the UK U35 pre-amateur level. Michael has worked with many theatre groups, both onstage and behind the scenes, and has appeared on BBC television and stage.

A talented choreographer and playwright, Michael hopes to use his time at Edge Hill to encourage a broader range of people to engage with the performing arts. He remains committed to producing thoughtprovoking and controversial scripts that tackle social issues

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BA (Hons) Children and Young People’s Learning and Development (Primary)

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n exceptionally talented musician, Sophie plays the piano, clarinet, oboe, violin, flute, saxophone and guitar.

Sophie is the principal clarinettist in the Lancashire Youth Symphony Orchestra and Concert Band, and has performed in various local music festivals. She is also an enthusiastic dancer. Sophie hopes to further her experience in performing arts to contribute to her future work with children.

ELLIOT O’NEILL

HANNAH PINDER

BETHAN SHIELDS

BA (Hons) Physical Education BA (Hons) Primary Modern and School Sport Languages Education with QTS

BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

lliot is a talented and committed Ballroom and Latin dancer, and has competed in many regional and national competitions. He describes his greatest achievement to date as securing 2nd place at the nationwide finals in the modern sequence event in 2014. Elliot hopes the scholarship will allow him to continue to excel in this demanding sport, and eventually compete at the highest level.

ethan is a passionate and disciplined ballet, tap and modern dancer, trained to Grade 7 with the Royal Academy of Dance. Bethan has performed at the Liverpool Empire Theatre with the Liverpool Empire Youth Ballet, and received the Achievement Award from the Phoenix School of Dance. She also volunteers as a dance teacher for young children, and would like to continue to do so throughout her studies. Bethan has high hopes to pioneer integrated dance in primary education lessons.

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skilled violinist, Hannah has dedicated nine years to the instrument. Hannah plays as first violin in the Westmorland Youth Orchestra, and is also a member of the Cumbria Youth Orchestra. Hannah is currently playing at a Grade 7 standard, and intends to use the scholarship to work towards achieving a Grade 8 certificate, and pursuing her dream career in primary school teaching.

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EXCELLENCE IN VOLUNTEERING JESSICA CAIN

BA (Hons) Early Years Education with QTS

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essica has a broad scope of voluntary experience across church, school, college and with charitable organisations.

Most recently she has been involved in the founding of a ‘church plant,’ now known as the Gateway.

Jessica is still heavily involved with the operation of Gateway and features permanently on their rota. Prior to this, Jessica volunteered with St Marks Church; with Wigan and Leigh Deaf Children’s Society; with both her primary and secondary school, where she was awarded with the Archbishop of York’s Young Leader Award. The scholarship will enable Jessica to continue with her extensive voluntary work.

AILISH DWYER

BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

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ith an engagingly positive outlook, Ailish is an enormous asset to the voluntary organisations that she supports. She has organised various fundraising events to support the charity ‘Heartbeat’, completed the National Citizen Service Programme, supported those making a pilgrimage to Lourdes as well as achieving her Chief Scout Gold Award for her voluntary work with the Scouts.

Ailish’s personal experience of receiving support from charities fuels her desire and motivation to help others. She is planning to use the scholarship to hold a charity event that will raise vital funds for charity.

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ADELE MCGRATH

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Child)

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n award winning volunteer, Adele has been involved with ‘The Growing Old Together Project’ for five years. The project has received several accolades for its work with the elderly, and had a feature on the BBC as part of the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) Awards. A kind and compassionate student, Adele has formed strong relationships with the elderly people she works with, and considers them to be family. She hopes winning the scholarship will raise awareness of the project and influence other students to get involved.

TONICHA MOORBY

BA (Hons) Physical Education and School Sport

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DANIEL POWIS

BA (Hons) Primary Mathematics Education with QTS

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AMY PRYER

BA (Hons) Primary Mathematics Education with QTS

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positive and supportive volunteer Tonicha is a valued young leader at Blackburn Youth Zone. In her role, Tonicha addresses the issue of cohesion in her community and has coordinated a festival to bring people together. The festival showcased a range of talent and interweaved different cultures in one beautifully successful event. Tonicha hopes the scholarship will allow her to help more people, both in the UK and abroad.

aniel volunteers with his local football club, its league, and the County Football Association. He runs various teams and events for young children, and has been appointed as the Chairman of the Shropshire FA Youth Council. His dedication to football has not gone unnoticed, Daniel was awarded Shropshire and West Midlands FA Young Volunteer of the Year 2014, and National Young Male Event Organiser of the Year 2014. Daniel aspires to run a team of his own in a junior league, and perhaps one day become a football development officer in county FA.

my is described as a “hardworking, reliable and committed individual” by the director of Lancaster Youth Services, where she volunteers. During Amy’s gap year, she supported over 3,000 young people who visited Castlerigg Manor. She has further been involved in supporting young people through her voluntary work with Brownies, Guides and in the various extra-curricular roles she took whilst studying at Barrow Sixth Form. With Amy’s dedication, passion and care for young people it is no surprise that she is wanting to become a primary school teacher. The scholarship will support Amy during her studies and help her on to her chosen career path.

KAYLEIGH ROONEY-WILSON

ANDREW WALKER

EMMA WILD

BA (Hons) Children and Young People’s Learning and Development (Primary)

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ayleigh is a driven and caring youth worker, and has volunteered for various organisations. She has worked mainly in schools and youth clubs, supporting vulnerable children and young people. Kayleigh thrives in these challenging environments, and is committed to providing a safe and nurturing setting for those in need.

Kayleigh hopes to encourage the young people she supports consider attending university to improve their future prospects, and hopes to run her own special education needs unit within the next few years.

BA (Hons) Sports Development and Management

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ndrew’s volunteering has previously been recognised with a nomination for the Young Volunteer Award, Shropshire 2013, for which he was a finalist. The nomination was a result of Andrew’s extensive voluntary work which concentrates in the sporting field. He volunteers coaching football to adults with disabilities, as well as coaching rugby and badminton to school children. He has also volunteered at the Shropshire Youth Games and at the Commonwealth Games. Andrew himself states that volunteering is an “integral part of his life” and this scholarship will enable him to continue volunteering whilst at university.

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BSc (Hons) Physical Geography and Geology

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keen swimmer, Emma is Girls Club Captain at the Devizes Amateur Swimming Club, and has been swimming competitively throughout her time at school. She began volunteering as poolside assistant to the Head Coach four years ago. A patient and tactful instructor, Emma now runs her own swimming sessions for children, and has developed her own personal style of teaching. Emma would like to use the scholarship to gain a recognised swimming coaching qualification so she can continue teaching beginners this valuable life skill.

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ON-COURSE EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS Based on the same criteria as the Outstanding Applicant Scholarships, students apply for these Scholarships post-entry to the University.

EXCELLENCE IN CREATIVE ARTS BETHANY ARMSTRONG BA (Hons) Digital SFX Animation

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PHILLIP CARROLL

BA (Hons) Creative Writing

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nder the online alias of ‘Cindacry’ Bethany has gained thousands of followers on her Tumblr artwork page. Not only has she had online success, she has produced three illustrations for ‘Monster Anthology’ Artbook and six illustrations for the Atlantic Whale Foundation, which are currently being exhibited and sold at the headquarters in Tenerife. The success of the exhibition has resulted in the Foundation asking Bethany to produce another series of illustrations as well as being offered the opportunity to track and photograph the cetacean pods. Bethany will be using the scholarship to fund the flights to Tenerife so that she take part in this opportunity of a lifetime.

ounder and president of Edge Hill Poetry Society, Phillip is already producing work at a publishable standard. His spoken word poem No Control was published in Poetry Rivals in 2014 and his poem A Sonnet for Forgetfulness is soon to be published in the collection Sonnets for Shakespeare.

As president of the Poetry Society he has raised the profile of poetry on campus by organising several events throughout the year including workshops, poetry slams and a poetry reading. He has attended a finalist reading in Peterborough and intends to use the scholarship to participate in more readings around the UK.

ABBIE QUIRK

TED TOMKINS

BA (Hons) Animation

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isionary artist Android Jones has been an inspiration to Abbie, whose passion lies in Digital Art. Abbie rents her own studio where she can concentrate on her artwork. She has completed multiple commissions, her most recent being to produce promotional material for a city centre event held by 100th Monkey. Abbie has had work exhibited with Love Art UK and her most recent exhibition features in Newsham Park Old Mental Asylum curated by Anna Di-Scala. Abbie hopes to open a large exhibition space in her studio and help other aspiring artists by renting out her screen printing equipment at a low price.

BA (Hons) Film and Television Production

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ed has already achieved three accreditations on the International Movie Database (IMDb) for his cinematography involvement. He is extremely dedicated to succeeding in the film and television industry as a Director of Photography. Ted is fully aware that this industry is highly competitive and subsequently volunteers on various projects, as well as gaining highly sought after work experience. He has gained work experience with the BBC and a London company ‘Brandnation’, as well as working as a Camera Assistant on Hollyoaks, a Media Assistant at NEET TV, a Photographer and Digi Operative for M and M Direct, and as a Floor Runner on the British Film Long Time Coming.

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JOSHUA DWYER

BA (Hons) Film and Television Production

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oshua is an extremely creative young graphic designer. He has produced work for record label A Lifelong Recording, where he designed their logo and created a music video entitled Andy Murray, Love Britain using kinetic typography. The video received praise from Gary Lineker and Judy Murray, subsequently it was published by SBTV. This has been a great achievement for Joshua particularly as his Adobe Suite skills were self-taught. With the scholarship Joshua hopes to purchase new software that will help improve his performance and contribute towards achieving his career goal of becoming a renowned graphic designer.

EXCELLENCE IN ICT AND ENTERPRISE EMMA EASTON-POWELL

THE ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP

BSc (Hons) Biology

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ntrepreneur, Emma started her equine equipment business in 2014, when she invested £200 into a physiotherapy back massager for horses to rent out. Within a few months she was operating profitably.

Emma then made the decision to expand her business by offering a wider product range and services via social media sites. As a sole trader, Emma is the driving force behind her business and is currently teaching herself how to code a website in order to remain competitive. Emma will use the scholarship to develop her skills and purchase new products in order to expand her business further.

ach year Edge Hill graduates help current students realise their ambitions by contributing to the Alumni Fund, which supports the Alumni Excellence Scholarship programme and the University’s Hardship Fund.

Established in 2009, the Alumni Excellence Scholarship helps to nurture budding leaders in sport, entertainment, creative arts and the voluntary sector. This year, the Volunteering Excellence Scholarship will be sponsored by the Alumni Fund.

By sponsoring the Volunteering Excellence Scholarship the Alumni Fund is celebrating students who have balanced their studies, often with work or family commitments, to demonstrate determination, commitment and achievement beyond their degree.

Money raised by alumni also supports Edge Hill’s Hardship Fund, which provides financial support to those students most in need. This money can make the difference between a student continuing their education or being forced to drop out due to their circumstances. It can also give disadvantaged students the initial boost they need to start their academic career.

We would like to thank former students for remaining part of Edge Hill University and investing in the future of our students. If you would like to contribute to the next Alumni Scholarship, donate online at edgehill.ac.uk/alumni/supporting edgehill.

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EXCELLENCE IN PERFORMING ARTS ANIKA CAMPBELL-HYPOLITE BA (Hons) Dance

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PATRICIA GARCIA ROMERO BA (Hons) Dance

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REBECCA LE BRETON

BA (Hons) Dance and Drama

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s co-ordinator, tutor and choreographer for the Students’ Union Hip Hop Society, Anika has led the group in representing Edge Hill University at a number of external events including a recent inter-University Hip Hop competition which took place in Nottingham in 2015 and culminated with the group finishing in 2nd place.

Anika cites her biggest achievements as being three time winner of the United Dance Organisation British Street Dance Champion and performing alongside UK artists Chipmunk and JLS. Anika plans to use the scholarship to promote and develop the Hip Hop Society.

atricia’s love for dance began when she was very young and she has since been involved in a wide range of dancing from Salsa, Hip Hop, Bachata, Ballet and Belly dancing. Her passion for dance has seen Patricia travel to attend competitions, conventions and conferences in Madrid, Paris, New York and London. Whilst living in London, Patricia was a member of ‘Dance United’ a contemporary dance company that worked with young people from challenging backgrounds. This experience has inspired Patricia, as she would like to carve a career for herself in dance therapy.

ince the age of three dancing and performing has been Rebecca’s passion. Fully committed to dance Rebecca has an array of qualifications including the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing at Grade 6.

Alongside her qualifications she has performed at numerous venues including the Brindle Theatre in Runcorn, Lowry Theatre and Palace Theatre both in Manchester, the Liverpool Echo Arena and at Warrington Parr Hall. She shares her passion in dance through teaching others at a local dance school. In her final year at Edge Hill Rebecca is using the scholarship to fund auditions for professional dance companies.

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KEZIAH REA-BRADLEY

SOPHIE TRUEMAN

BA (Hons) Music and Sound with Drama

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aptivated from a young age by the performing arts, James has trained with a theatre company since the age of eight. He has performed in various pieces and since starting University he has been an active member of the Edge Hill community, setting up his own society ‘Dextrosity Productions’, which gives his peers the opportunity to participate in the performance and production of music videos. He further supports the Musical Theatre Society as a musical coach and not only stars in the Callbacks Production Society’s performances but also makes their soundtracks.

BA (Hons) Musical Theatre

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eziah started her own company, ‘Artists in Motion Ltd’, which runs two weekly classes and a summer school for 11 – 21 year olds, she further directs a dance troupe at Edge Hill. Both create opportunities for those with disabilities to get involved in performing arts. Keziah has written a play about her personal experience growing up with autism, and is teaching this to autistic students at Presfield High School who will put on a performance for teachers and parents.

Keziah plans to invest the scholarship in to the expansion her business.

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BA (Hons) Dance and Drama

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ophie has shown single-minded dedication to her career in the performing arts, training not only in dance and drama, but also in physical theatre, musical theatre, singing and playing the piano. Sophie successfully auditioned to become a member of ‘Youth Dance England’, performing at The Clothes Show Live, Edinburgh Festival and as part of the 2012 Olympic Celebrations.

One of Sophie’s proudest achievements was being selected to be one of only ten students, nationwide, to attend a master class with renowned choreographer Matthew Bourne OBE, in London.

Constantly striving to develop her craft, Sophie will use the scholarship to attend dance intensives.

EXCELLENCE IN VOLUNTEERING KATE BROCKER

BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

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RUTH CHRISTIAN LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology

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ate has been volunteering at the Leonard Cheshire Youth Ability group since 2012. She teaches life skills such as road safety and cooking to children, many of whom have difficult home lives. She also began volunteering at Autus (a small autism charity) after seeing her autistic cousin struggle to make friends. The charity promotes understanding and equal opportunities for autistic individuals and offers support to their families. Kate hopes to qualify as a teacher and use her knowledge of special educational needs in the classroom to make lessons inclusive and enjoyable for all.

uth has been a volunteer at ‘DASH’ play scheme for disabled children since 2013.

Since moving to the North West for University, she has become a volunteer at Twinkle House sensory room centre, where she works with disabled children and their parents. In recognition of her volunteering achievements, Ruth has been appointed as a Volunteer Ambassador for Edge Hill University.

Ruth hopes to use her volunteering experiences in her career, as she would like to pursue child law. The scholarship will help Ruth with volunteering travel costs and fund a trip to America to continue her work with young people.

MICHAEL LOWE

DANIEL MERCER

BA (Hons) Sports Development and Management

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ichael, through his love of sport, has been involved in charity events and volunteer programmes across the North West. In recognition of his work at StreetGames, a community sport project, he won the Chorley Borough Young Volunteer of the Year Award in 2014, and was chosen to represent StreetGames at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. He is also involved in the Everton in the Community/Edge Hill partnership and their recent ‘Tackling the Blues’ mental health project. He cites his greatest achievement as seeing his work have a positive effect on young people, and hopes to use his scholarship to fund a volunteering trip abroad in the summer of 2016.

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long-time Scout volunteer, Daniel not only holds the highest award of Chief Gold Scout but has also recently achieved his Woods Badge which qualifies him as a fully trained Adult Leader. In addition to the personal time he devotes to his local Scout Association, Daniel volunteers for two hours a week at Pathfinders, a social group for adults with special educational needs, which is overseen by Nugent Care. Daniel hopes to use his scholarship to fund further training in Archery and Rifle shooting so he is able to offer a wider range of activities to his Scout group.

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ELAINE FAWCETT

BSc (Hons) Health and Social Wellbeing

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fter her father’s dementia diagnosis in 2010, Elaine was dismayed by the lack of postdiagnosis care and support available. In order to understand dementia further and help other carers, she became an active volunteer in the Alzheimer’s Society, as well as a Dementia Friends Champion, which qualifies her to deliver information sessions about living with dementia.

Elaine was also recently accepted as a Research Network Volunteer which enables her to assist in shaping the future of dementia research. Elaine hopes to use her scholarship to organise on-campus events to raise awareness and funds for Dementia Friends and the Alzheimer’s Society.

SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS Students can apply for these Scholarships either pre-entry to the University or as a current student. The Sports Scholarships recognise students who are talented at sport, participate at a competitive level and demonstrate the ability and ambition to improve in their sport during their time at Edge Hill University. This is a competitive scheme and all applications are considered by a Scholarship Selection Committee which comprises a panel with academic expertise in sport. The panels feature internal and external members who determine the most impressive applicants to receive the Scholarship. The Scholarships themselves are divided into three categories: Bronze, Silver and Gold.

SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS - BRONZE LEVEL PATRICK COSGROVE

BA (Hons) Primary Science Education with QTS

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atrick competes at a national and international level in Dragon Boat Racing, in which he has had much success. His team is currently ranked 1st in the United Kingdom in the 200m, 500m and 1000m categories and 2nd in Europe for the 200m and 500m races.

Additionally, Patrick is a youth ambassador for the British Dragon Boat Association and hopes to set up a permanent Dragon Boat team at Edge Hill. In August 2015, Patrick competed for the Great Britain Premier Squad at the Dragon Boat World Championships in Canada. In 2016, Patrick hopes to compete for team GB in the European Championships and the World Cup in China.

EMMA PICKUP

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science

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mma has competed at a County Cricket level for Lancashire for the past five years and more recently taken on a coaching role. In 2014, her team came 2nd in the U17’s National County Cricket Finals.

Alongside playing county cricket, Emma also found time to coach her school’s Street Cheer team to 2nd and 3rd place at national competitions for which she won a Sports Leader Award.

Emma hopes to use her coaching experience and encourage others to play cricket by setting up a Women’s Cricket Team at Edge Hill University.

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JADE SANDLAN

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult)

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ade has been competing at a world class level in Muay Thai for three years, but has been training at a professional level for six. Jade is currently ranked number two in Great Britain, having previously held the number one ranking for over a year. She has fought five fights at top level in Thailand, where Muay Thai is the national sport.

Jade also teaches children’s classes three times a week, and says helping children from underprivileged backgrounds learn about and enjoy the sport is most rewarding. Jade hopes to continue training to high standard during her time at Edge Hill.

SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS - SILVER LEVEL RHIANNA ANDREW

BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy

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GEORGE CLAXTON

BA (Hons) Sports Development and Management

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EVE DAVENPORT

BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy

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hianna is a Junior Great Britain Double International trampolinist and Double Mini Trampoline Senior Welsh trampolinist. In March 2015, she won first place in the National Development Plan Spring Series competition run by British Gymnastics.

She has also represented Wales internationally on a number of occasions against Germany and the Czech Republic and won a gold medal for Wales at the 2012 Home Nations Competition. As well as competing, Rhianna coaches children of all abilities four times a week and hopes to continue coaching with the Trampoline Club at Edge Hill. Rhianna’s long term goal is reaching the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

fter a sporting accident three years ago left George in a wheelchair, he was determined to continue playing rugby.

George competes nationally and internationally with his wheelchair rugby team who, in March 2015, came 4th at the world’s largest club wheelchair rugby tournament. In May of this year, George was offered a place in the newly established Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby Training Group and hopes this will lead to a place in the GB development squad. George will use his scholarship to pay for his club subscriptions and to make sure he has the best equipment to enhance his athletic ability.

ve plays for Stoke City Ladies Football Club in the Football Association Northern Premier League. Whilst still at school, Eve was a PE technician, mentoring younger students, particularly those with special educational needs and assisting the PE staff with lunchtime coaching and afterschool clubs. Her interest in sports therapy arose from a serious knee injury she suffered two years ago, which required extensive physiotherapy.

Although this caused a setback in her career, she is now recovered and feeling positive about the future. This summer, Eve travelled to South Carolina, USA as part of the Camp Leaders programme to work as a football coach for disadvantaged children.

AMIE FLEMING

CHELSEA FOREMAN

MATTHEW LAVELLE

PGCE Secondary Physical Education with QTS

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mie has had a life-long passion for football. At age 11, she was accepted into the Liverpool Football Club Academy where she progressed through the ranks to the Liverpool Ladies team. At 21, she was scouted by a team in Washington DC and invited to play in the USA, where she was soon awarded the captain’s band. On her return to the UK, Amie signed for Blackburn Rovers, where she is also the team captain, and has been voted Player’s Player and Manager’s Player for the past two seasons. Amie hopes to combine her love of football and her love of working with children as she pursues a career as a PE teacher.

BSc (Hons) Secondary Mathematics Education with QTS

BSc (Hons) Sports and Exercise Psychology

helsea competes at national and international level in cheerleading. In 2014, Chelsea’s team, the Heroes, won a place at the US All Star Federation Cheerleading World competition. The Heroes came 3rd out of the six UK teams competing and 25th out of the one hundred teams competing from around the world. Chelsea also participates with and teaches in her local team, Lazer Cheer, for 11 hours a week and has done so for the past five years. She holds the highest level cheerleading coaching qualification and has recently qualified as a cheerleading judge. Whilst at university, Chelsea intends to continue cheerleading by joining two teams, one at Edge Hill and another in the local area.

atthew is a talented goalkeeper who made his debut for Southport Football Club in March 2015. Whilst at college, Matthew volunteered to coach primary school children in tag rugby and has previously helped teach football skills in primary school lessons. After being released from Preston North End at 16, Matthew realised the psychological effect that this type of setback can have on a sporting individual. He cites this event as his inspiration for choosing to study a psychology related degree at Edge Hill, where he can combine his studies with his love of sport. At university, Matthew hopes to make a positive contribution to the men’s football team.

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Adam Reynolds

BA (Hons) Physical Education and School Sport

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n 2015, Adam was appointed captain of the Morecambe Football Club Reserves, a club he has been involved with for many years. During his school holidays, he volunteers with Morecambe in the Community, where he coaches young children, running two to three sessions daily. To earn his Football Association coaching badge, Adam coached his own team of young footballers, in the U9 category, which furthered his love for teaching and coaching. Whilst at university, Adam hopes to join the Edge Hill football team and continue striving to play top level football. He also hopes to continue coaching whilst earning his degree.

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SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS - GOLD LEVEL AMELIA JENNINGSBA (Hons) Sports Development MCLAUGHLIN ALEX HEYWOOD and Management

BSc (Hons) Sports and Exercise Science

lex was recently ranked 9th internationally in Shukokai/ Shito-Ryu Karate at the Amateur Martial Arts International Karate Championships 2015 and has just qualified as a level 3 SKA Karate instructor. Alex works hard to promote her karate club by organising demonstrations at her local Beaver, Cubs and Scouts groups, through which they recruit many of their members.

She is currently a 3rd Dan black belt and wishes to invest her scholarship money in further training that will help her reach 4th Dan level. In the future, Alex hopes to qualify for next year’s World Karate Championships and one day run her own karate club.

melia has already been spotted as a top athlete: in 2014 she was asked to take part in the Advance Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence programme run by England Athletics.

Specialising in the High Jump, Amelia has her sights set on making the Senior British team and to be selected this year to represent Great Britain at the International Association of Athletics Federation World Junior Championships.

She is currently ranked 2nd nationally in the U20 category and 7th overall.

Earlier this year Amelia jumped an impressive 1.8m to win the gold medal at the Scottish National Senior Championships. Having set this personal best she is sure to be one to look out for.

LYNDSAY WALKINSHAW

AARON WINSTANLEY

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BSc (Hons) Psychology

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yndsay competes in Taekwondo at an international level, specialising in patterns. In 2013, she achieved her 3rd Degree black belt, and competed in the Scottish Championship achieving 2nd place in sparring and 1st place in patterns. As one of the most senior members of her club, Blue Dragon Taekwondo, Lyndsay attended the recent Unified ITF World Championships, held in St. Albans, in July 2015, where she trained with the Grand Master Hwang Kwang Sung. Lyndsay is planning to use the scholarship to fund competition entries.

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015/16 is an important year for Aaron. Not only did Aaron commence his studies at Edge Hill but in May 2016, Aaron is hoping to travel with the U19 Great Britain Water Polo team to compete in the European Championships.

He has just returned from representing England in the English School Swimming Association (ESSA) tournament in Malta. When not competing Aaron helps coach the U12, U13 and U14 Water Polo teams at Bolton School Boys Division. Proudly, he witnessed the U14 team win the ESSA National Title in 2015. Aaron hopes to start a Water Polo team here at Edge Hill.

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ZACH SHARP

BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

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anked 1st nationally and 9th internationally in Kumite and 2nd nationally in Kata, two variations of Karate, Zach is evidently talented in this field.

Having competed in both national and international competitions, Zach is now looking forward to representing Edge Hill at the British Universities and College Sport tournaments, as this will present him with a new challenge. He has just taken silver in the U21 Male Kumite 75Kg at the 2015 British Open and hopes to be selected to represent England in 2016 Japan Karate Shotorenmei World Championships.

As well as competing in martial arts competitions he volunteers at his local karate club, Kensho Karate, and teaches karate at a gym in Newcastle.

SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR CURRENT STUDENTS - BRONZE LEVEL ADAM HODSON-MORRIS DAVID O’CALLAGHAN BSc (Hons) Accountancy

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urrently ranked 3rd in his weight class for freestyle wrestling in England, Adam is committed to his sporting field.

In order to train with suitable training partners, he travels 50 miles per session, six times a week. He has suffered four serious knee injuries including three medial collateral ligament tears and a patella dislocation.

Unfortunately, due to his injuries he did not qualify for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, yet is determined to be selected for the next. In his spare time Adam enjoys teaching wrestling to youths in Crosby, helping provide a safe environment for local youths to channel their energy in to organised activities.

BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice

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avid has represented his country in Lacrosse since he was 19 years old. In 2011/12 he was selected to be part of the 36 man training squad for England, for the European Championships that took place in Amsterdam. In 2011, David was selected to be the club’s overseas player at North Adelaide Lacrosse club in Australia. He has experience of coaching Lacrosse junior teams from U11 to U19 in both the UK and Australia. David hopes to run taster sessions for students at Edge Hill so they can try Lacrosse with the vision of creating an Edge Hill University Lacrosse team. He is also preparing for the upcoming national trials to represent England in defending their gold medal at the 2016 European Championships.

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SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR CURRENT STUDENTS - SILVER LEVEL MICHAEL CARTMELL

THOMAS FLANAGAN

DANIELLE MURPHY

BA (Hons) Sport Development BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science (Applied Sports Science)

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science (Applied Sports Science)

fter a football injury resulted in acute extradural haematoma induced coma, Michael had to learn everything again. Over the last seven years, Michael has worked tirelessly on his rehabilitation. Two years after the incident Michael starting playing football again with Manchester United Ability Counts team. Whilst playing at Manchester United, he was selected to play for and trained with the North West Cerebral Palsy team with whom he is currently playing for. He has been selected for the England Cerebral Palsy team. The scholarship will help Michael with personal coaching to enable him to become a regular in the England Cerebral Palsy team. His ultimate aim is to be selected for the Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro in 2016.

regular member of the Isle of Man National Women’s Basketball team, Danielle has recently represented them at the International Island Games, 2015. When Danielle was first selected to represent the Isle of Man in 2011 she was the youngest player in the competition. She is now the youngest player in the Senior Women’s Isle of Man Basketball League. Danielle is captain and head coach of the Edge Hill’s Women’s Basketball team and under her captaincy has led the team to success, winning the University’s ‘Most Improved Team Award’. Danielle plans to use the scholarship to undertake her level 2 coaching award.

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ugby League Player Thomas has just returned from representing England in the Student Four Nations Competition, held in Dublin.

Prior to his selection, he represented the North West competing in a regional tournament held in Nottingham.

He is currently the vice-captain for the University’s Rugby League team.

Thomas is now focusing on developing his rugby ability to ensure that he retains his place in the England Universities squad and subsequently compete in the next Rugby League World Cup, in Australia.

RACHEL PORTER

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult)

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aptain of Edge Hill’s Ladies Rugby Union 1st team, Rachel is determined to recruit more females into the game, with the aim of starting a ladies development team. Not only does Rachel lead the University’s team she also plays for the Senior Lancashire Womens squad and for Southport Ladies. With Southport Ladies she also coaches the U18 and U15 girls’ rugby team and over summer 2015 completed her level 2 coaching award. Rachel will put this coaching qualification to use in her role as captain of the University team.

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SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR CURRENT STUDENTS - GOLD LEVEL JAMES ROONEY

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science (Applied Sports Science)

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dge Hill’s Sport Personality of the Year, James is a committed golfer with exceptional ability.

Alongside competing at a very high level internationally in golfing tournaments, James represents the University in both golf and badminton, and coaches junior players in his spare time. James intends to use the scholarship to compete in tournaments, improve his world ranking, and represent Edge Hill on a global scale.

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PREPARATION FOR HE SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS

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astrack is an intensive seven week programme for adults. It is designed to give students who may have missed out on educational opportunities earlier in life, often because of challenging personal circumstances, the skills and knowledge to prepare them for entry to an Edge Hill Degree course.

Successful completion of the programme enables students to undertake a full or part-time degree course for the following September in their chosen subject. We are delighted to award these students their Preparation for HE Scholarships for Special Achievement during their studies whilst on a Fastrack 2015 course.

PAUL KIRK

BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

CONNAH-MARIE LOCKE BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

JODIE LUNT

BA (Hons) Teaching, Learning and Mentoring Practice

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CHANCELLOR’S SCHOLARSHIPS In October 2009 Professor Tanya Byron presented the first Chancellor’s Scholarship winners with their awards. We are proud to continue the Chancellor’s Scholarships, which celebrates Tanya’s installation as Chancellor and rewards students who help to raise the profile of Edge Hill in a positive way through their exceptional contribution to the University. Awards are made based on nominations from the University community.

SARAH ASHER

BSc (Hons) Learning Disabilities Nursing and Social Work

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arah has been awarded a Chancellor’s Scholarship for her passionate promotion of Edge Hill University and its Integrated Nursing and Social Work programme. Alongside her demanding study schedule, Sarah has presented at various national conferences, which helped her overcome a fear of public speaking.

Sarah also participated in a national network, volunteering as a Student Nurse Care-Maker as part of the ‘Our Culture is Compassionate’ campaign by the NHS. In November 2014, Sarah was invited to facilitate and chair the BASW (British Association of Social Workers) England Annual Student and Newly Qualified Social Work Conference, as well as being asked to introduce the conference which gave her further opportunity to promote her degree programme and Edge Hill University. Additionally, in April of this year Sarah gave a presentation on the role of a CareMaker at the International Positive Choices conference in Cardiff. Sarah’s efforts were recognised at the 2015 Nursing Times Awards in London, where she was shortlisted for the award of Learning Disabilities Student Nurse of the Year.

PHILLIPA COLLIER

BA (Hons) Sports Studies

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KIMBERLEY DOYLE

BA (Hons) Teaching, Learning and Mentoring Practice

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ports Studies student Phillipa, has been recognised for her efforts to raise awareness of sexual exploitation and abuse within sport. In 2013, Phillipa volunteered to attend two Edge Hill workshops to learn about the ‘Sports Respects Your Rights UK’ campaign.

These workshops aimed to raise awareness of sexual abuse issues within sport but also to develop campaigns to help the volunteers take their knowledge forward and educate others.

imberley has been awarded a Chancellor’s Scholarship as she has demonstrated remarkable compassion, resilience and commitment throughout her life and her time at university. Having overcome much personal adversity, Kimberley took inspiration from her brother’s academic achievements and applied to Edge Hill’s Teaching, Learning and Mentoring Practice course to pursue her goal of working with children.

Phillipa and her fellow volunteers have since promoted the project in the Student Union Hub, where they interacted with both students and staff to publicise the campaign. They also took the campaign online, using social media and the #STOP1in5 slogan in association with the Council of Europe’s One-in-Five campaign. Additionally, Phillipa has delivered workshops to her peers, in particular students within the Department of Sport and Physical Activity. She has remained dedicated to the somewhat difficult task of discussing sensitive issues with other young people and has been committed to the campaign from the beginning.

As well as studying, she has been actively involved in the promotion of her degree programme. She was elected as Course Representative in her first year, acting as a liaison between the staff and her fellow students. Kimberley has also been a Student Mentor to first years and has volunteered her time to help at Open Days and Applicant Days to further promote the University and her course. Kimberley has consistently gone above and beyond expectations, particularly during her work based learning placements in schools, where she baked cakes for charity and gathered extra resources for her students. Kimberley proved so popular that the school have requested her for future placements. Her commitment to her work with children has led her to seek part time employment as a teaching assistant and a seasonal job working abroad as a Children’s Representative with Thomas Cook.

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JASON EL-KALEH

BSc (Hons) Psychosocial Analysis of Offending Behaviour

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eginning as a volunteer, Jason has been long associated with Warrington Wolves rugby team and he has recently gained a paid position with them. His close relationship with the club has allowed him to combine his love of rugby with his studies. Jason has been an active participant in the Warrington Wolves ‘State of Mind’ project which aims to raise awareness about mental health in sport, the stigma that has often surrounded it and how to seek help.

During his second year, Jason decided to explore this issue further by making it the basis of a project for his Understanding Research module. His association with Warrington Wolves enabled him to carry out research with the club and build on the programme already in place. Jason’s clear passion and dedication resulted in him securing a work placement with an advisor to the Department of Health which will allow him to further promote the ‘State of Mind’ initiative and its importance.

JESSICA JOHNSON

JAKE PLANT

BA (Hons) Teaching, Learning BA (Hons) Dance and Drama and Mentoring Practice with Physical Theatres

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essica has been awarded the Chancellor’s Scholarship due to the bravery, determination and selflessness that she has demonstrated during her time at Edge Hill. Diagnosed with a brain tumour at the end of her first year in 2013, Jessica allowed a television crew to document her daily activities, including the four hour operation needed to remove her tumour.

Within two weeks of her surgery, Jessica returned to assist at the local Brownies and Scouts groups, where she has long volunteered, conscious that they were short on adults to supervise their sessions.

She has since dedicated her time to raising awareness about cancer and organising fundraisers for charities such as CLIC Sargent and the Teenage Cancer Trust. Through these charities, Jessica has also helped support other young people in similar situations to her own. After taking a year off from her studies to recover, Jessica is back on course, whilst continuing to volunteer at Brownies, Beavers and Cubs. In November 2014, Jessica’s determination and positive outlook were recognised when she was awarded the St Helens Pride Award for Courage.

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Jake’s exemplary work as a Performing Arts Department peer mentor has earned him a Chancellor’s Scholarship Award.

Jake has consistently gone above and beyond, volunteering his time and experiences to support, not only his own personal group of mentees, but anyone in need of help.

Jake’s efforts earned him Edge Hill’s Mentor of the Year Award 2015, for which he received 16 nominations, more than the number of students he personally mentored.

His tutor has credited him with “creating a strong sense of community and sense of belonging,” within the performing arts programme. His hard work and dedication has reduced pressure on staff, central services and even persuaded students to stay at university who might have otherwise left without his help and guidance. His overall contribution to the university was recognised when he won 3rd place in the Edge Hill University Careers Award for the Voluntary Sector earlier this year.

Now embarking on his third and final year at Edge Hill, Jake has been chosen to lead a small team of mentors in organising external visits for first year students.

EMILY PRESCOTT BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health)

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mily has been awarded a Chancellor’s Scholarship as a result of the dedication and commitment she has demonstrated in promoting mental health wellbeing.

Prior to entering the nursing profession Emily worked as an Independent Mental Health Act Advocate, supporting those who are in mental health distress. Her passion about mental health and her enthusiasm shown in her interview led her to become a student representative on the editorial board for the ‘Journal of Mental Health Nursing’. She is now not only a valuable member of the editorial board but is an established contributor.

Consequently, she has presented a paper at the International HORATIO mental health conference in Malta.

More recently she has become a member of the Care Quality Commission (the independent regulator of health and social care in England) and has completed her first inspection, which is an incredible achievement.

KIRSTY RHODES

DAISY SIMONIS

BSc (Hons) Psychosocial Analysis of Offending Behaviour

BSc (Hons) Marketing with Public Relations

irsty’s tireless work to support equality has earned her a Chancellor’s Scholarship. She has learned how to effectively challenge the negative attitudes she has encountered as her mother’s carer. This together with her work with people who have severe mental health problems has further ignited her desire to cultivate an inclusive culture, which she has sought to incorporate into her undergraduate life.

aisy has been awarded a Chancellor’s Scholarship due to her contribution to raising the profile of Edge Hill University and forging excellent links with external partners.

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As a keen advocate for peer support, Kirsty has been involved with the induction and welcome process of first year Psychosocial Analysis of Offending Behaviour (PAOB) students and is the instigator for ‘PAOB Boot Camp’. ‘Boot Camp’ is a student initiated approach to study where they meet on a weekly basis and intensively work on solo assignments in a spirit of mutual support. Those students that have actively engaged with this have reported an increase in academic confidence.

A student nurse that embodies all the qualities, attitudes and passion required to be an outstanding health care professional makes Emily as a worthy recipient of a Chancellor’s Scholarship.

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Daisy represents the University in a number of roles: as a Student Guide at Open Days and Applicant Visit Days, as a Student Ambassador running budget and personal statement workshops, as an Online Mentor and within her supporting role with Admissions. In all of these roles Daisy is a main point of contact for prospective students and their families and she displays great enthusiasm and approachability.

She has further represented the University at national and international inter-university competitions: Flux (a business challenge competition) and Mark Strat (a marketing competition), where she narrowly missed out on the top position.

Daisy further gives up her free time to supplement her academic studies as the Treasurer of the Cycling Society. She has previously been awarded the Kate Titherington Award for the extensive amount of voluntary work she does for St Catherine’s Hospice Charity shop.

MICHELLE STEWART BSc (Hons) Psychosocial Analysis of Offending Behaviour

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ichelle’s determination to her own education along with her commitment and passion to helping others has earned her the Chancellor’s Scholarship.

After a traumatic event in Michelle’s life, she had to abandon her undergraduate studies to concentrate on her family life. Yet, as Michelle passionately believes in the transformative power of education, she returned to Higher Education to build a better life for herself and her family.

She successfully completed a Fastrack course at Edge Hill and enrolled on to the first cohort of the Psychosocial Analysis of Offending Behaviour Programme in 2013.

It is on this course that Michelle has emerged as a leader, taking on the role as Course Representative. She offers compassionate support to her peers, who refer to her as “Our Mother Hen”.

She has supported her peers through homesickness, severe illness and loss of loved ones. Due to Michelle’s caring nature she has helped persuade peers to continue with their education. Her Programme Leader credits her with building a supportive atmosphere on the course.

ANNA STOLARSKI

PGCE Further Education and Training

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nna has been awarded the Chancellor’s Scholarship in recognition of her contribution to student development in maths, English and social and personal skills whilst working with learners on her Professional Practice placement at Michael John Hairdressing Academy in Liverpool. During this placement Anna worked tirelessly to ensure her lessons were engaging, fun, and above all, inclusive. Her efforts were not only highly commended by the staff at the academy but also by the cohort of learners. The profound effect that Anna had on her class is evident with the learners who, in their own words, “just hated maths and couldn’t do it” to now stating that they “love maths and can do it because it now makes sense”.

Anna’s enthusiasm and professionalism whilst on her placement not only enhanced her own career prospects, but has also been beneficial to the reputation of Edge Hill, strengthening the partnership between the University and Michael John Hairdressing Academy.

Unsurprisingly, Anna has already secured employment teaching functional skills within the justice system.

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REBECCA WILSON

BA (Hons) Teaching, Learning and Mentoring Practice

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or the past decade, Rebecca has volunteered with Brownies, having become a fully qualified Brownie leader at the age of 18. Although Rebecca has moved from the Isle of Man to study at Edge Hill she remains an active Brownie leader at home and has taken the role as Brownie leader for Ormskirk.

Rebecca’s voluntary work goes beyond Brownies, during her second year at Edge Hill she voluntarily attended her work based placement for an extra day per week for the whole academic year, playing the piano so that the school choir could continue.

Staff within the Faculty of Education describe Rebecca as a “valuable asset” and a “great ambassador”, as she represents her peers at the Professional Development Board and helps deliver sessions to prospective students at Applicant Visits Days. She was further chosen to be a Student Academic Mentor during her second year, giving invaluable support to first year students as they settled in to university life.

Rebecca’s dedication and commitment has led to her securing a place on a PGCE course, and subsequently being one step close to her career goal of teaching.

THE ADAM BELL SCHOLARSHIP

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stablished to celebrate the life of Adam Bell, our first Scholarships Administrator who died unexpectedly at the age of 27, the Adam Bell Scholarship recognisees the achievements of a student who has made a significant contribution to the community of the University.

WINIFRED ALI

MBA Human Resource Management Winifred’s attributes exemplifies those represented by the Adam Bell Scholarship.

She demonstrates compassion for others, as well as resilience and determination to her studies. Alongside studying on a demanding, full time postgraduate programme, Winifred supports herself financially by working two part-time jobs.

She also finds the time to provide tremendous support to her fellow international students, even those speaking languages other than her own. She has been known to assist students in filling out administration forms, settling into campus, understanding University procedures and practicing English. Winifred has even taken students shopping in her own time.

It is evident that Winifred is fully committed to improving the student community. Her exceptional kindness and the range of selfless acts that she conducts to create an inclusive environment, positively reflects the Edge Hill ethos. She is a truly worthy recipient of the prestigious Adam Bell Scholarship.

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RHIANNON EVANS POETRY AWARD

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his Prize introduced in 2010, recognises and celebrates students who demonstrate creative promise as poets and have the talent to develop further. Professor Rhiannon Evans, who was Pro-Vice Chancellor at the University from 1994 to 2008, has had a lifelong interest in poetry and founded the scholarship on her retirement to benefit budding student poets who want to develop their writing.

STEVEN FLETCHER

BA (Hons) Creative Writing A mature student, Steven, developed a love for poetry listening to The Verb and Poetry Please on BBC radio as he earned a living driving a hackney cab through the night in Liverpool. The journeys he makes as a taxi driver and the customers he interacts with provides a wealth of life experience which is reflected in his poetry.

The majority of Steven’s poems focus on exposing the hypocrisy of the consumerist society and challenges the misrepresentation of his home city, Liverpool.

Steven views “Poetry as the engine that drives his writing”. With this attitude and approach to his studies, he has already been published in Sapling an internet magazine and is part of Professor Robert Sheppard’s 25 Edge Hill Poets. His poetry has also received a warm reception when he read part of his collection at the ‘Pure Genius Creative Festival’ held on campus.

The Rhiannon Evans Award will give Steven the freedom to devote more time to his poetry and help achieve his ambition of performing it to live audiences across the region.

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THE MARK FLINN SCHOLARSHIP

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his Scholarship, introduced this year, recognises students who are keen to develop their skills by undertaking a research project which makes extensive use of historical evidence.

Long-serving former Edge Hill University Pro Vice-Chancellor Mark Flinn was instrumental in the transformation of the institution from a higher education college to the successful University it is today. With a lifelong fascination and connection with history, Mark has founded this scholarship to benefits students who want to develop their research skills.

THOMAS LAMBERT BA (Hons) History

Thomas has been awarded the Mark Flinn Scholarship for history due to his exceptional dissertation proposal. The impetus for Thomas’ research is the character of Palomides, a Saracen Knight, featured in the tales of the legendary King Arthur. Using Thomas Malory’s 1485 work La Morte D’Arthur as his key text, he will explore the changing status of Palomides in the numerous revised editions that were published in the centuries that followed.

Thomas will use this character study to further explore the ideas of imperialism, race and religion throughout the different versions, culminating in an investigation of Victorian opinions on race and ethnicity. Winning the Mark Flinn Scholarship will enable Thomas to further explore the epic primary texts that have inspired his dissertation.

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ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT THE LIVERPOOL SCHOLARSHIP

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he Liverpool Scholarship has been created to celebrate the award of the Freedom of the City of Liverpool to the University.

The award is made to the student with the highest UCAS tariff points score residing in the City of Liverpool who is joining a full-time undergraduate degree at Edge Hill University.

Exceptionally in 2015 the Scholarship has been awarded to three students.

MEGAN ABELEIRA

BA (Hons) Motion Graphics

STEVEN DAVIES

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Child)

Emma Walsh

BA (Hons) English Literature

High Achievers Scholarship

Over 900 students have qualified for our High Achievers Scholarship entering the University with ABB or above at A-level or DDM at BTEC. This is the fourth year that we have offered these Scholarships, and they are worth £1000.

We congratulate them all.

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ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT EXCELLENCE AWARDS FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

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he Academic Achievment category rewards those full and part-time students who, through hard work and commitment to their studies, have achieved the highest APM (Average Percentage Mark) in their Faculty.

FULL-TIME

PART-TIME

for achieving the highest APM upon completion of Level 4 (Full-time).

for achieving the highest APM upon completion of Level 4 (Part-time).

BETHANY COLLINS

DAVID HART

Brian Gill Award

BSc (Hons) Accountancy

NIKKI MARSH

BSc (Hons) Psychology

DAVID COOPE

BSc (Hons) Web Design and Development

AMY MILLER

BSc (Hons) Psychology

KARINA WARD

BSc (Hons) Psychology

JOSHUA STYLES BSc (Hons) Ecology

CHLOE BOOCOCK BSc (Hons) Psychology

TOBY BOOCOCK

BSc (Hons) Physical Geography and Geology

KENNETH POPAY

BSc (Hons) Computing (Games Programming)

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Beryl Russell Award

LLB (Hons) Law

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

FACULTY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

FULL-TIME

PART-TIME

FULL-TIME

for achieving the highest APM upon completion of Level 4 (Full-time).

for achieving the highest APM upon completion of Level 4 (Part-time).

for achieving the highest APM upon completion of Level 4 (Full-time).

JONATHON WALKER

ELAINE GILROY

MICHELLE EPERSON

John McManus Award

BSc (Hons) Secondary Design and Technology

FDA Early Years Practice

ELISE MCCARTHY

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Child)

KATE WALKER

BA (Hons) Early Years Education with QTS

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Child)

MICHELLE BENNETT BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult)

RHIANNE SWINDLEHURST

BSc (Hons) Secondary Mathematics with QTS

HELEN MACHLIS

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult)

KIMBERLEY RICKARDS

GEMMA JACKSON

BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult)

AVRIL PHILLIPS

LUCY WATSON

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Child)

BA (Hons) Secondary Religious Education with QTS

JENNA PHILLIPS

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult)

OLIVIA BRIDGE

BA (Hons) Early Years Education with QTS

JANE MCFARLANE BSc (Hons) Child Health and Wellbeing

ERIN WHITTAKER

BSc (Hons) Secondary Mathematics with QTS

AMBER HARRIS

NICOLA CORFIELD

HAYLEY KHAN

BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Health

BSc (Hons) Primary Science Education with QTS

JOSEPH JOHNSON

BSc (Hons) Secondary Design and Technology Education with QTS

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PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

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he Personal Achievement category recognises students’ achievement in a variety of areas based on nominations from academic staff within each Faculty.

Pam Jackson Award

Tom Titherington Award

recognising success in adversity and commitment to complete the programme of study.

recognising commitment and achievement on the programme of study, demonstrated by mature students.

VINCENT GREGORY

LIAM JOHNSTON

Kate Titherington Award

COLLETTE MILNE

BSc (Hons) Web Design & Development recognising contribution to the wider community and public interest through voluntary activity broadly related to the programme of study.

JESS BIRTLES BA (Hons) Sports Development and Management

SOPHIE CAVE

BSc (Hons) Educational Psychology

ALEX CROFT

BA (Hons) Public Relations

MEGAN HUGHES

BA (Hons) Television Production Management

HOLLY WORSLEY

BA (Hons) Public Relations

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BSc (Hons) Ecology BSc (Hons) Ecology

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

Sue Rogers Award

recognising involvement, dedication and contribution above and beyond the demands of the programme/ Department/Area.

CAITLIN ARROWSMITH

BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

SAMANTHA KEEGAN

BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

NATASHA MOORE BA (Hons) Early Years Education with QTS

EMILY QUAYLE

BA (Hons) Secondary English Education with QTS

OLIVIA TAYLOR BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

Alan G James Award

Marjorie Roberts Award

recognising academic excellence during placement.

recognising the development and implementation of innovative teaching and learning activities during placement.

MOLLIE BAKER

BARNABY CARLESS

BA (Hons) Teaching, Learning and Child Development

GEORGE CURTIS

BA (Hons) Secondary English Education with QTS

NAOMI DELAMARE BA (Hons) Teaching, Learning and Mentoring Practice

JENNIFER GANNON BA (Hons) Primary Mathematics Education

THOMAS LANE

BA (Hons) Primary English Education with QTS

ELISE MCCARTHY BA (Hons) Early Years Education with QTS

MATTHEW REYNOLDS

BSc (Hons) Secondary Science (Physics) Education with QTS

EMMA WHITE

BA (Hons) Teaching, Learning and Mentoring Practice

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BSc (Hons) Secondary Science (Physics) Education with QTS

CHARLOTTE HORNE BSc (Hons) Secondary Science (Biology) Education with QTS

FACULTY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE recognising students’ progression and initiative shown to enhance their knowledge and development.

recognising success in adversity and perseverance with the programme of study.

NATALIE SAUNDERS

SARAH GILMOUR

BSc (Hons) Psychosocial Analysis of Offending Behaviour

recognising students’ determination and commitment to the programme of study.

RONA FRANCIS

BSc (Hons) Child Health and Wellbeing

LAUREN MONAGHAN

BA (Hons) Social Work

ISABEL SAUNDERS BSc (Hons) Psychosocial Analysis of Offending Behaviour

BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Health

CHRISTEL MUZANGI BSc (Hons) Psychosocial Analysis of Offending Behaviour

DEBORAH WALKER BSc (Hons) Child Health and Wellbeing

ROBERT WEARDEN BA (Hons) Social Work

GRACE SIMPSON

BSc (Hons) Child Health and Wellbeing

CHLOE THOMAS

BSc (Hons) Midwifery

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STUDY PRIZES

Brian Millner Prize

For the highest overall APM on completion of Level 4 study from an International Student studying at Edge Hill University.

BLERINA ALIMEHAJ BSc (Hons) Marketing with Advertising Bob Wilson Prize

For the highest APM from a student on a study abroad scheme.

BROOKE CANDACE CRUTCHFIELD

Study Abroad Programme

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