RMIT University, VIC

$97,500 (part of a commitment of $225,000 over three years) to The George Alexander Foundation Scholarships and Grants Program 2005–2007

Professor Robin Williams, Director, Development and Alumni www.rmit.edu.au

The George Alexander Foundation Scholarships and Grants Program has been offered at RMIT since 2002. In that time over 50 scholarships and 150 grants have been awarded by the Foundation to talented students who may have been disadvantaged by social, economic, health or geographical circumstances.

Each scholarship is valued at $7,500 for one year and provides students with financial assistance which can be used towards the cost of living, books, equipment and travel to and from University or TAFE.

“In simply having my efforts rewarded by receiving the Scholarship… I feel it has motivated and inspired me to achieve more, not just academically but also within the community.”

— Helen Coutts, 2006 George Alexander Foundation Scholar

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Each grant is valued at $1,500 for one year and provides students with financial support to be used towards the cost of study, including the purchase of a computer, books, training equipment and uniforms to be used within placements.

“I have really appreciated reading the biography on the life of George Alexander. The attitude that he shows is truly admirable.”

Peter Augustin, 2006 George Alexander Foundation Scholar

In 2007 the University received over 400 applications for scholarships. Due to the provision of some extra funding by the Foundation in 2006, the selection panel was able to award thirteen scholarships for 2007.

In 2007 the Foundation had an opportunity to award one additional grant at RMIT. This brought the total number of grants awarded in 2007 to 26.

The George Alexander Foundation is currently working with RMIT to develop a program for 2008 and beyond.

Danielle OldfieldBachelor of Applied Science

James DouglasBachelor of Communication (Public Relations)

Daniel GriffinBachelor of Architecture

Matthew RobertsBachelor of Fine Art Printmaking

Tamara MillsBachelor of Communication (Journalism)

Grant GoodwinBachelor of Communication (Public Relations)

Dan ThomasBachelor of Applied International Studies

Meagan CarrollBachelor of Applied Science (Medical Radiation)

Natashia SchooBachelor Applied Science (Chiro)

Lavinia BuzgauBachelor of Applied International Studies

Brett WebberBachelor of Science (Physics/Applied Language)

Rebecca CrayBachelor of Social Science (Psychology)

Emma BrelsfordBachelor of Social Science

Swinburne University of Technology, VIC

$30,000 (part of a commitment of $90,000 over three years) to The George Alexander Foundation Scholarship for Living Support (2007–2009)

Professor Dale Murphy, Deputy Vice Chancellor www.swinburne.edu.au

The George Alexander Foundation Scholarships for Living Support were established at Swinburne University in 2006, with the first scholarships awarded in early 2007.

The program provides five scholarships per year for one year in 2007, 2008 and 2009. Each scholarship is valued at $6,000 and is awarded to students who are living away from home in order to study. Each scholar must demonstrate strong academic achievement, good community involvement and leadership skills.

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Alicia GillBachelor of Science (Psychology)

Jessica StephensBachelor of Film and Television

Nathan BeavisBachelor of Design (Multimedia)

Lani KingstonBachelor of Film and Television

James HicksBachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)/ Bachelor of Business