Alumni Friends Memorial Undergraduate Scholarships
University of Queensland · 47 Compass Score
About this scholarship
The Betty Fletcher Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship was established in 2019 by Friends of Antiquity , a special interest group of Alumni Friends of The University of Queensland Inc., under the Create Change Scholarship Match Initiative. The Scholarship is maintained by income generated from the Betty Fletcher Memorial Undergraduate Endowment Fund. Betty Fletcher (n ée Elizabeth Robertson) was awarded a 1st Class Honours in Classics (1931) and 1932 Honours in Philosophy, both at UQ. Betty was an excellent scholar, athlete, teacher, and generous benefactor. Betty was a generous benefactor, and an inspiration to all who knew her. In 1988 Betty was chosen as Patron of Friends of Antiquity, a position she held until her death in 1990. More information about the life and work of this scholar and benefactor is available in the 2017 RD Milns Antiquities Museum exhibition Betty Fletcher: Lover of Wisdom, Lover of Beauty, Lover of Humanity . The Don Barrett AM Scholarship was established in 2023 through a gift from Alumni Friends under the Queensland Commitment scheme and maintained by income generated from an underlying endowment fund to acknowledge Donald Steele Barrett (Don)'s tireless service and support of UQ. The Dr Stephen G Papas OAM Scholarship was established in 2023 through a gift from Alumni Friends under the Queensland Commitment scheme and maintained by income generated from an underlying endowment fund. Dr Stephen George Papas OAM was one of the founding members of The Alumni Association of the University of Queensland (AAUQ, now Alumni Friends). The Heyworth-Smith Scholarship was established in 2023 through a gift from Alumni Friends under the Queensland Commitment scheme and maintained by income generated from any underlying endowment fund. The Heyworth-Smith family has a long-standing connection with Alumni Friends, Friends of Antiquity and the UQ Alumni Book Fair. Alumni Friends of The U
Eligibility
You're eligible if you: are enrolled full-time in a major or extended major in the following fields of study: Ancient History Ancient History/History Ancient Greek Latin Classical Languages can demonstrate financial need.
Focus areas
Academic excellence, Financial hardship
How to apply
Applications are made through the University of Queensland application portal. Always verify eligibility, supporting document requirements, and deadline timing on the provider's official page before applying.
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