CELEBRATING SCHOLARSHIPS 2023-24
WELCOME FROM DAVID MAGUIRE
hilanthropy has played a central role in the history of UEA since our inception in 1963. This year, we are commemorating our 60th anniversary and celebrating the significant impact of voluntary contribution in empowering so many students to achieve their aspirations with us over the years.
Our reputation on the world stage continues to strengthen through the fantastic teaching and research delivered by our academics, our students who inspire us and our philanthropic community who enrich the fabric of our University.
Thank you for being the positive force that helps shape UEA’s future by supporting learning and empowering today’s brightest minds.
So here we celebrate them, the leaders of tomorrow.
Professor David Maguire Vice-Chancellor and President, University of East Anglia
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ONAH CHINAZA JOY MSc Environment and Global Development School of Global Development
This scholarship has encouraged me to join the UEA sustainability society to enhance my career goals.
THE ALLAN AND NESTA FERGUSON CHARITABLE TRUST
SCHOLARSHIP
A full fees international scholarship created by the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, supporting low-income students studying within the School of Global Development.
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SAMUEL ABIJURU
MSc Agriculture and Rural Development
School of Global DevelopmentThis scholarship has been pivotal in allowing me to immerse myself fully in my academic pursuits.
THE ALLAN AND NESTA FERGUSON CHARITABLE TRUST SCHOLARSHIP
A full fees international scholarship created by the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, supporting low-income students studying within the School of Global Development.
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SUCCESS AREEVESO
MSc Education and Development School of Global Development
The unique learning experiences at UEA have strengthened my resolve to further education standards back home.
THE ALLAN AND NESTA FERGUSON CHARITABLE TRUST SCHOLARSHIP
A full fees international scholarship created by the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, supporting low-income students studying within the School of Global Development.
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POLLY MANNING
MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction
School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
For the first time in my life, I am truly free to dedicate myself to the development of my writing.
THE ANNABEL ABBS SCHOLARSHIP
Generously established by award-winning novelist Annabel Abbs (EAS83) to support a student studying on the world-leading MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction course.
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My scholarship allows me to inspire and enable children who have been overlooked by the education system.
HALIMA KHAN
PGCE Primary (5-11)
School of Education and Lifelong Learning
THE ANNE FRENCH MEMORIAL TRUST PGCE BURSARY
A primary PGCE fund that supports talented UK students who identify as from a minoritised ethnic background, set up by the Anne French Memorial Trust and the Diocese of Norwich.
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BADRIYA ABDULLAH
MA Creative Writing Poetry
School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
There’s something special about the UEA community, the support I have received has been incredible.
THE BIRCH FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
Kindly supported by Kate Birch, this scholarship supports UK students who identify as Writers of Colour, embarking on an MA Creative Writing Poetry course.
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ZOE MARSHALL MSc Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement School of Biological Sciences
This support has significantly improved my academic focus and I am extremely grateful.
THE CHADACRE TRUST SCHOLARSHIP
Established by the Chadacre Trust in 2008 to support an MSc Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement student in the School of Biological Sciences.
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GEORGINA WICKENS
MSc Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement School of Biological Sciences
This scholarship has enabled me to maintain high levels of achievement in my studies.
THE CLAN TRUST SCHOLARSHIP
Kindly created by The Clan Trust, a charity supporting science in agriculture. This scholarship funds a student on the MSc in Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement.
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This scholarship will enable me to experience America and expand my connections that will positively influence my career.
TABITHA WOOLCOTT
BA American Literature with Creative Writing School of Art, Media and American Studies
THE COLONEL CHARLES L. WALKER SCHOLARSHIP
Established by the Memorial Trust of the Second Air Division USAAF in memory of Colonel Charles ‘Chuck’ Walker. This scholarship supports the University’s highest-performing BA American Studies student on their year abroad.
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This fellowship has given me a great gift of time and confidence to see my work seriously.
XING ZHAO
David T.K. Wong Fellow School of Literature, Drama and Creative WritingTHE DAVID T.K. WONG FELLOWSHIP
David T.K. Wong kindly established a Fellowship to support a talented fiction writer to write about East and Southeast Asia in English.
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Felix Vardon-Barber and Zoe Balaam at The Enterprise Centre.
POSTGRADUATE
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Your generosity allows me to pursue meaningful research on gender and autism.
Zoe Balaam
THE DIFFERENCE SCHOLARS
Zoe BalaamMSc Developmental Science
Felix
Vardon-BarberMSc Environmental Sciences
THE DIFFERENCE POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS
Our generous community of alumni and friends come together to support The Difference Postgraduate Scholarships, which recognise excellence in postgraduate taught studies across all schools.
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Nathaniel, Freddie and Jade at The Enterprise Centre.
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The scholarship has been a great incentive for me to do the very best I can.
Freddie Marlowe
THE DIFFERENCE SCHOLARS
Jade Acheampong
MA Social Work
Nathaniel Lagden
BSc Geophysics
Freddie Marlowe
BSc Biomedicine
THE DIFFERENCE UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS
The Difference Undergraduate Scholarships are generously supported by UEA’s valued community of alumni and friends.
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SHANE NESSLING
BSc Mathematics
School
of MathematicsThis scholarship has given me the opportunity to enjoy the independence of university life while studying math.
DWAYNE STALLINGS SCHOLARSHIP
The Dwayne Stallings Scholarship supports a talented undergraduate student across any school for three years.
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The course and opportunities at UEA have exceeded my expectations.
THOMAS CHAPPELL
BSc Computing Science with a Foundation Year School of Computing Sciences
THE EDWARD AND IVY ROSE HOOD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Edward and Ivy Rose Hood Memorial Fund generously supports a scholarship student on a degree with a foundation year in UEA’s Faculty of Science or Norwich Medical School.
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Godess Bvukutwa and Yvonne Zabu at The Enterprise Centre.
THE GLOBAL VOICES SCHOLARSHIPS
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This scholarship has motivated me to finish my novel before completing my course.
Godess Bvukutwa
GLOBAL VOICES SCHOLARS
Godess Bvukutwa
MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction
Yvonne Zabu
MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction
THE GLOBAL VOICES SCHOLARSHIPS
This scholarship programme brings talented writers from Africa to study on UEA’s world-renowned creative writing programme.
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CHLOE GUINIVAN BSc Sociology School of Sociology
This scholarship has already made a massive difference to my studies here at UEA.
THE HYNES FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
The Hynes Family Scholarship supports undergraduate students in the Faculty of Social Sciences for the duration of their studies.
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DANA COLLINS
MA Creative Writing Poetry
School
of Literature, Drama and Creative WritingYou have given me the gift of free time to learn and grow.
THE INK SWEAT & TEARS SCHOLARSHIP
Kindly supported by Kate Birch, publisher of the Ink Sweat & Tears webzine, this scholarship supports talented poets embarking on an MA Creative Writing Poetry course.
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My donor’s faith in me has allowed me to transform my passions into purpose.
MICAH PETYT
BA American Literature with Creative Writing School of Art, Media and American Studies
THE JOE GREENWELL SCHOLARSHIP
Generously supported by Joe Greenwell, this scholarship contributes to the costs of a year abroad for high-achieving AMA students.
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This scholarship is helping me improve my skills and experience in marine ecology.
ISABELLA KENNEDY
Marine Sciences with a Year Abroad School of Environmental Sciences
THE KATIE WILKINSON YEAR ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP
The Katie Wilkinson Trust kindly supports two environmental science scholarships in memory of Katie Wilkinson (ENV02).
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ALEXIA TOLAS
MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction
School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
You have helped me connect with published authors, thereby broadening my windows of opportunity.
THE KOWITZ SCHOLARSHIP
Generously established by David Kowitz (EAS83), a UEA Difference Campaign Advisory Board member, and Sarah Kowitz (EAS81) to support an exceptional writer on the MA in Creative Writing Prose Fiction course.
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I am excited to improve my studies in a well-established environment, with the help of this fund.
CHRISTIANAH EZINDU
MSc Adult Nursing - Preregistration School of Health Sciences
THE LESLEY WILLIAMS MASTERS IN NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
Kindly created by UEA alumna Lesley Williams (ARE85) to mark her 60th year in nursing. Lesley hopes to inspire and empower the next generation of nurses and share her wisdom with those entering the profession.
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KATHRYN FLOYD
MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
I am deeply appreciative of the opportunity to further my creative writing pursuits.
THE MAGGIE HUMM SCHOLARSHIP
The Maggie Humm Scholarship supporting talented mature students on the MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction course.
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SOPHIE CHAPMAN
MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
I have dreamt of becoming an author since I was six years old.
THE MALCOLM BRADBURY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Sir Malcolm Bradbury CBE co-founded the UK’s first MA in Creative Writing at UEA. The scholarship kindly supports a student to study on the MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction course in his memory.
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GRACE BARTLE MA Creative Writing Scriptwriting School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
UEA has been the making of me for so many reasons.
THE MALCOLM BRADBURY TRUST SCHOLARSHIP IN SCRIPTWRITING
The Malcolm Bradbury Trust generously supports a student to undertake the MA Creative Writing Scriptwriting course on UEA’s world-leading creative writing programme.
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MARIA AKRITIDOU BSc Social Psychology School of Psychology
I find every lecture memorable because we are encouraged to learn and think critically.
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MARIA BOURBOULIS SCHOLARSHIP
The Maria Bourboulis Scholarship is awarded by The Panaspis Trust in memory of UEA alumna Maria Bourboulis, to continue her wish to support Greek students at UEA.
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MATHEOS MATHEOU
BA Accounting and Finance with a Year in Industry
Norwich Business School
UEA has the perfect balance of everything I need and enjoy.
THE MARK V WILLIAMS UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
UEA’s Honorary Treasurer, Mark V. Williams (EUR81), generously funds two scholarships supporting a postgraduate student in the School of History or an undergraduate student in Norwich Business School.
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KAYODE ANI
MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction
School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
I can’t put in words how your generous award has made my life easier.
THE MILES MORLAND FOUNDATION AFRICAN WRITERS’ SCHOLARSHIP
Kindly supported by the Miles Morland Foundation, this scholarship supports talented African Writers on the MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction course.
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FRANCIS BUCKLE
LLB (Hons) Law School of LawMy opportunities in higher education are no longer constrained by financial difficulties.
MJS SCHOLARSHIP IN LAW
The MJS Scholarsip in Law supports undergraduate UK Law students for the duration of their studies.
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KAYLEY BAKER MSc Social and Applied Psychology School of Pyschology
Your support has allowed me to engage with so many aspects of university.
THE NICK HYNES SCHOLARSHIP
The Nick Hynes Scholarship is supporting a talented postgraduate student in the Faculty of Social Sciences.
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NICOLE DANGAREMBIZI
MA Climate Change and Global Development School of Global Development
My passion lies in helping people through environmental and social development policy.
THE NORAH SIMPSON SCHOLARSHIP
Peter Simpson (CHE88) generously established this scholarship, named after his grandmother, Norah, to support a postgraduate student who has an interest in the study of water.
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My desire to do my best has exponentially increased, thanks to my scholarship.
ELIJAH WILKINSONBA American Literature with Creative Writing School of Art, Media and American Studies
THE OLIVIA GRANT YEAR ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP
The Olivia Grant Year Abroad Scholarship will support an American Studies student during their time abroad.
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Scholars Usman and Archie at The Enterprise Centre.
THE OCTOPUS RENEWABLES SKILLS FOR ENERGY SCHOLARSHIPS
Your generosity has greatly enhanced my ability to excel in my studies.
Archie Heneghan
THE OCTOPUS SCHOLARS
Archie Heneghan MSc Energy Engineering Usman Ahmed MSc Energy Engineering with Environmental ManagementTHE OCTOPUS RENEWABLES SKILLS FOR ENERGY SCHOLARSHIPS
The Octopus Renewables Skills for Energy Scholarship has been set up by the East of England Energy Group to support talented postgraduate UK students on the MSc Energy Engineering course.
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UZAIR WASEEM
BSc Business Finance and Management
Norwich Business School
This scholarship will make a significant difference to my studies.
THE PANASONIC SCHOLARSHIP
The R.C. Snelling Charitable Trust generously supports two scholarships in the School of Computing Sciences and Norwich Business School. This year’s scholarship supports a student in Norwich Business School.
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This year’s scholars at UEA’s Enterprise Centre.
THE PREPARING FOR MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIPS
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I am determined to contribute positively to the medical community and pay forward the support I have received.
Katherine Zhao
MBBS MEDICINE NORWICH MEDICAL SCHOOL
Elizabeth Hammond
Katherine Zhao
Milena Stala
Nneoma Nwakamma
THE PREPARING FOR MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIPS
Celebrating ten years of generosity, in which David Tibble (SOC70) has kindly supported 49 students from non-traditional medical backgrounds to pursue medicine at UEA.
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MUJAHID HUSSAIN LLB (Hons) Law School of Law
UEA has consolidated my dreams of becoming a lawyer.
THE RUNNYMEDE LAW SCHOLARSHIP
Runnymede Law Scholarship supports an undergraduate UK Law student for the duration of their studies.
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VALERIA SAMELI
MBBS Medicine
Norwich Medical School
Studying at Norwich Medical School with this scholarship is a dream come true.
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SCHILIZZI
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP (ACADEMIC TALENT)
Kindly created by the Schilizzi Foundation to support Greek nationals in financial need or with academic potential throughout their undergraduate studies.
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VIOLETA BOLLANO BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance School of Economics
Thank you for being a key part of my educational achievements at UEA.
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SCHILIZZI FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP (FINANCIAL NEED)
Kindly created by the Schilizzi Foundation to support Greek nationals in financial need or with academic potential throughout their undergraduate studies.
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This course has propelled my dreams and ambitions for my writing career.
MUTI’AH BADRU
MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
THE SETH DONALDSON MEMORIAL BURSARY
Kindly supported by Seth Donaldson’s family in memory of Seth, this bursary supports a student on the MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction course.
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GAYATHRI SANKAR
MA Creative Writing Prose Fiction School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
With every new day, my decision to attend this university feels reaffirmed.
THE SONNY AND GITA MEHTA INDIA SCHOLARSHIP
The Sonny and Gita Mehta India Scholarship was created in memory of the revered editor Sonny Mehta and his wife, Gita. This scholarship supports writers from India on the Prose Fiction course.
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MISHAL GORAYA
MA Creative Writing Poetry
School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
Your generosity has truly changed the course of my future.
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SONNY AND GITA MEHTA SCHOLARSHIP
FOR WRITERS
The Sonny and Gita Mehta Scholarship for Writers was created in memory of the revered editor Sonny Mehta and his wife, Gita, for writers from the Indian subcontinent, North Africa, the Middle East and those who self-identify as Roma.
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ERIC NICHOLS Postgraduate Research School of Mathematics
Thank you for supporting my dreams and making them a reality.
THE UEA AMERICAN LIBRARY SCHOLARSHIP - 1 YEAR
Kindly established by the governors of the Memorial Trust of the Second Air Division USAAF, this scholarship supports a US citizen undertaking a PhD whilst working in the American Library.
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Mariam Benafia and Naeem Rahman at The Enterprise Centre.
THE VALUE OF MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIPS
This scholarship is a lifeline that is helping me create a better future for myself.
Naeem Rahman
MBBS MEDICINE NORWICH MEDICAL SCHOOL
Mariam Benafia Naeem RahmanTHE VALUE OF MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIPS
The Value of Medicine Scholarships support passionate undergraduate students in their first year of studies as medical students in the Norwich Medical School.
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This scholarship has been instrumental in allowing me to participate fully at UEA.
CARL RICKMAN
BA(Hons) Culture, Literature and Politics
School of Politics, Philosophy, Language and Communication Studies
THE VICTOR THOMAS PENFOLD SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship was established by Victor’s son, Graham Penfold (SOC79), and his wife Maria to generously support a student in the School of Politics, Philosophy, Language and Communication Studies or Norwich Business School.
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Today, UEA is home to over 17,000 students.
DR SALLY HOWES OBE
In celebration of our 60th anniversary, the Chair of UEA Council, our governing body, celebrates our supporters and scholars.
As we celebrate UEA’s 60th anniversary, I would like to express sincere appreciation on behalf of Council, to all our warmly valued donors for their consistent and steadfast support. Your generosity continues to have a significant impact on the academic success of our students and plays a crucial role in our pursuit of institutional excellence.
To this year’s exceptional scholars, Congratulations! Your achievements shine brightly in this celebratory year, adding to our collective pride for UEA.
As both scholars and philanthropists, you inspire us all, guided by the tradition of altruism that defines our University community. Now at 60, UEA rightly remains the home of the wonderful.
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2023/24 scholars at the UEA
Annual Scholars Welcome event.
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Thank you to the generous donors who make UEA’s scholarship programme possible. And congratulations to our wonderful scholars –you are the future of UEA.
Students at the much-loved Square.
MAKING A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE AT UEA
Scholarships at UEA are funded by UEA’s philanthropic community, who enable the University to create pioneering change in the world. We are harnessing the power of philanthropy to fund and further the University’s groundbreaking work, adding global reach and impact. Together, we tackle the world’s greatest challenges and transform lives.
HOW TO GIVE
If you would like to support scholarships at UEA, please contact the Development, Alumni and Campaigns Office.
Telephone: +44 7990 438 106
Email: giving@uea.ac.uk
Donate online at: www.uea.ac.uk/difference
Christianah Ezindu, Lesley Williams Scholar, 2023-2024
UEA is an exempt charity: HMRC reference number XN423