2023 Recipient of the Violet Wood Advanced Studies Grant

We are delighted to announce that Emily Clarke (2012) is the recipient of this year's Violet Wood Advanced Studies Grant. Emily's passion for healthcare and dedication to serving others is truly inspiring, and we are thrilled to support her in achieving her goal of obtaining a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences, with a focus on Occupational Health.

Emily's thirteen-year tenure at St Cuthbert's instilled in her a deep sense of gratitude and a desire to give back to her community. She felt drawn to the healthcare industry and saw an opportunity to push her skills towards the growing field of Occupational Health in New Zealand. With her commitment to providing high-quality care to her clients and an interest in mental health, Emily is completing four postgraduate-level university papers while working full-time. The grant will significantly support Emily's efforts, covering a portion of the $12,000 course fees. It will enable her to further her learnings towards a career as an Occupational Hygienist, a highly specialised sub-group of Occupational Health. Emily hopes to use her knowledge and skills to develop work plans for companies, ensuring that workers are safe and healthy in their workplaces.

Emily's values of service from St Cuthbert's live with her every day. She believes that love is at the core of nursing and uses empathy, care, and critical thinking to problem-solve and connect with her patients. Emily's passion for primary health led her to the realisation that creating opportunities for people to have healthcare support at work is the future of healthcare.

We are honoured to support Emily in her pursuit of knowledge and her chosen career path. We are impressed with her accomplishments and her dedication to serving others, and we are confident that Emily will continue to make St Cuthbert's proud. Congratulations, Emily, on receiving the Violet Wood Advanced Studies Grant.