Hillary Scholarship
Programme
March 2006
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Hillary Scholars
Welcome
It gives me pleasure to welcome all of the University of Waikato
Hillary Scholars into the programme for 2006. As the Programme
enters its second year, I am greatly encouraged both by the
achievements of scholars last year and the very high quality of
those coming on to the Programme this year.
Our country and indeed nations around the world need able
young men and women, perhaps more than ever before, who
have the ability to lead, to make the right decisions, and to make
a difference. History shows that the people who go on to achieve
and make that difference are so often, high performing all rounders
cast in the mould of a Hillary Scholar. These are challenging times
but in winning a place on this Programme you have all already
demonstrated that you do not shy from challenge. The Sir Edmund
Hillary Scholarship Programme will reward you with a platform to
hone your skills and build successful careers in the future.
To the new scholars, my advice is to learn from those already on the
Programme where you can. The path will not be an easy one but I am
confident that in the future you will look back on your decision as
one of the most important in your life. For those who are continuing,
make this year even stronger than the last. If you are graduating this
year, set your goal on becoming an inaugural Hillary Medallist.
Gallagher
Charitable Trust as
a Corporate Partner
I am pleased to welcome the Gallagher Charitable Trust
as a Corporate Partner of the University of Waikato’s
Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme. Gallaghers are
the first to be confirmed of a small “family” of corporate
partners who will work with the University to develop and
support the Programme. Margaret Comer, Gallagher Group
Corporate Services Manager, will represent the Gallagher
Group involvement. In addition to Margaret’s support, the
Gallagher Charitable Trust has agreed to provide an annual
contribution of $40,000 to the Programme over a period of
five years. Chairman of the Trust Board, John Gallagher, sees
the Hillary Programme initiative as a strong statement by the
University regarding its future direction and its contribution
to the social and economic life of the community. Margaret
is enthusiastic about the opportunities the Programme
presents for highly talented young people and shares the
University’s aspiration to position the Sir Edmund Hillary
Scholarship as New Zealand’s equivalent of the prestigious
Rhodes Scholarship.
Gerald Bailey
Chairman Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme
Executive Committee
I wish you all every success.
Sir Edmund Hillary
Aaron Scott
Ani-Marie Waitai
Anna Bourke
Belinda Taurua-Hill
Benjamin Gilby-Todd
Bernard Law
Callum Hall
Charlotte McCullough
Craig Armstrong
Dean Armstrong
Graeme Aldridge
Haley Gould
Janine Betts
Jeremy Mayall
Jisun Kim
Laurelle Borck
Mark Burman
Natalie Curtis
Sarah Gibbs
Sasha McLaren
Scott Calder
Simon Addison
Stacey Brannigan
Tanya Wakefield
Tim Smith
Thomas Malcolm
Kwon Jin
Paul Duynhoven
Sarah Ho
Genevieve Baildon
James Gill
Laura Langman
Michael Bill
Gabrielle Rogers
Tom Lane
Emma Hodges
Kimberley Lewis
New Hillary Scholars
refer overleaf
Hillary Scholarship Programme big boost for Badminton
Conrad Hueckstaedt
Waikato Times
On arriving in New Zealand in May 2004
to start my job for Waikato Badminton,
I knew we needed top players to raise
the profile of Badminton in the region.
Two years later, with the assistance of the
Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme,
Waikato Badminton is playing at the highest
level within New Zealand, The Wisden Cup.
The last time Waikato won the Wisden Cup
was in 1938, it is time to write history again.
Despite NZ Badminton’s recent success at the World Championship where we won
a bronze medal for the first time, the numbers playing our sport are small compared
with sports like rugby and netball. It is difficult for us to find suitable candidates for
the Hillary Programme. We support the focus on high academic achievement as well
Hillary Scholarship Programme
as sporting achievement but it can be difficult to find players who fit that profile. We
try to attract players that may not be at the absolute top in NZ Badminton now but
have the potential to go there and, have excellent academic backgrounds. Due to the
high standard and strong competition for places, Badminton struggled to get some
athletes into the Programme this year. This is a concern for the future, I hope that as
the Hillary Programme develops it is sensitive to the issues facing smaller sports so
that they continue to have a good chance of bringing athletes into the Programme.
I wish all the scholars good luck for 2006. These opportunities only come along once
and you have to grasp them with both hands. Work hard and I would like to refer to a
saying by an old Chinese Ballet teacher, Mr. Xiao:
“Physical limitations are easier to overcome than mental deficiencies”
Tjitte Weistra
Commonwealth Games Head Coach, Waikato Badminton Regional Coach
Advancing the University Vision
I am pleased to join with Sir Edmund in welcoming the 2006 intake of
Hillary Scholars. One of my first formal roles as Vice Chancellor was to
address the inaugural group of scholars and their families. It was very
rewarding for me to observe the development of the scholars during
the year and to note their outstanding achievements. I am confident
that you too will go on to make your mark as Hillary Scholars and as
important representatives of the University of Waikato during 2006.
The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme will play a key role
in the advancement of my vision for the University of Waikato. It is
significant that the Programme was singled out for mention in a very
positive report presented to the University of Waikato by the New Zealand Universities Academic
Audit Unit after their audit visit during 2005.
I look forward to meeting you all soon, and encourage you to capitalise fully on all the opportunities
the Hillary Programme provides as you progress through the year.
Professor Roy Crawford, Vice Chancellor
Hillary Senior Scholar Award
This year, the Hillary Medal will be awarded for the first time. The medal will be awarded to the
graduating Hillary Senior Scholars who have achieved at the highest level academically, who have
excelled in their specialist activity and who have demonstrated special leadership while on the
Programme. It is intended that awards will be made each year to recognise all round excellence,
and to acknowledge the special contribution the highest performers make to the Programme and
to the University of Waikato.
New Hillary Scholars
Name
Sport or Creative/Performing Art
Enrolment Intentions
Rushlee Buchanan
Lucas de Jong
John Gray
Claire Gray
James Hawley
Mark Hedley
Graeme Hill
Kiel Mans
Jesse Manson-Bolt
Christopher Musgrave
Thomas Nabbs
Steven Rae
Mark Taylor
Kate Trebilcock
Lymarah Wharerau
Charlotte Osborne
Conrad Hueckstaedt
Candace Mayall
Teowaina Ihimaera
Jennifer Johnson
Euna-Jenny Song
Halana Leith
Renate Mūller
Emily Olsen
Shane Hooks
Christopher Dunn
Caroline Gill
Maria Mo
Ashleigh Stone
Muruata Kelly
June Dams
Samuel McNally
Robert Short
Chloe Hoolihan
Courtney Mason
Daniel Quigley
Owen Mitai-Wells
Elizabeth Jerrat
Sarah Campbell
Sean Choi
Oliver Sharp
Nikki Cox
Danielle Lowe
Jaimee Nielsen
Leana De Bruin
Joline Henry
Emma Twigg
Odette Sceats
Michelle McCarthy
Tamati Te Nohotu
Alexandra Lubransky
Callum Slee
Cycling
Theatre Studies
Cycling
Theatre Studies
Hockey
Tennis
Rowing
Rowing
Netball
Soccer
Rugby
Cricket
Rowing
Soccer
Hockey
Athletics
Badminton
Dance
Māori Creative Arts and Performance
Music
Music
Netball
Theatre Studies
Shooting
Soccer
Graphic Design
Dance
Music
Cycling
Music
Music
Orienteering
Cricket
Squash
Theatre Studies
Rowing
Hockey
Rowing
Karate
Judo
Motorcross
Surf Life Saving
Marching
Rowing
Netball
Netball
Rowing
Cycling
Table Tennis
Māori Creative Arts and Performance
Badminton
Hockey
BSc
BCS
BMS
BA
BMS
BSpLs
BE
BE
BMS
BMS
BMS
BMS/BSc
BMS
BSc
BSpLs
BSpLs
PGDipMgtStn
BTchg
BA
BMus
BMus (Performance)
BE
BA
BSpLs
BSpLs
BCGD
GradDipT
BMus (Performance)
BCGD
BMus
BA/BMus
BE
Not stated
BMS
BA
BMS
BMS
BMS
BSocSc
Not stated
BSpLs
BMS
BMS
BSc
BCs
MSocSc
BCs
LLB
Not stated
BA (Hons)
BSpLs
BCGD
As at 7 March 2006
Hillary Scholarship Programme
Sir Edmund Hillary
Scholarship Programme
www.waikato.ac.nz/hillary
Who can apply?
•
Students who excel academically and in
sports or creative and performing arts
•
School leavers
•
Current Tertiary students
What do you receive?
•
Full fees Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship to
study at Waikato University
•
Personalised academic support
•
Leading coaches/tutors in your area of sports/arts
•
A Personal Development and Leadership Plan
•
Free gym membership
•
and more...
Personal Development
and Leadership Plan
Important Dates
19 March – Hillary Orientation
Time: 1:30 – 6:00pm
– Personal Development Workshop Time: 1:30 – 2:30pm
Location: Wel Energy Trust Academy of Performing Arts
Keynote Speaker: Dr Rod Corban
16 May – Leadership Workshop
Location: University of Waikato
Keynote Speaker: Neil Richardson
Time: 5:30pm
Scholar Assistance contact:
Nicky Buchanan – High Performance Manager
Email [email protected]
Phone 07 838 4264
Mobile 027 221 1145
All other enquiries contact:
Nicola Clayden – Programme Manager
Email [email protected]
Phone 07 858 5139
Mobile 027 478 7331
Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme
Campus Services Ltd
Private Box 1326, Hamilton, New Zealand
Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme
Executive Committee
Gerald Bailey (Chair), Mark Ingle, Frank Wood, Stephen
Knightly, Clare Cramond, Mike Williams, Nicky Buchanan,
Judith Mudge, Nicola Clayden.
Scholarship Application
Scholarships Office, The University of Waikato,
Private Bag 3105, Hamilton, New Zealand
Phone 07 858 5195
Toll Free 0800 WAIKATO
www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships