Two Bay students awarded University scholarships

Annabel Anderson. Photo/Supplied

Aquinas College students Hannah Cull and Annabel Anderson have received full scholarships to study at the University of Auckland.

Hannah of Ngāti Awa descent was Aquinas College Deputy Head Girl this year.

She has received the University of Auckland Chancellor's Award for Top Māori and Pacific Island Scholars worth up to $35,000, and is looking forward to start a con-joint Bachelor of Commerce and Laws degrees next year.

Hannah said: "I am a keen public speaker and have enjoyed taking Business Studies, Economics and English at school. These are subjects that suit my skills and attributes, and I would love to be able use them to their best through my study."

Hannah Cull. Photo/Supplied.

Annabel has received a prestigious University of Auckland Scholarship worth up to $50,000.

She plans to study the first year of a Bachelor of Science (BioMedical Science), a necessary step before she can apply for medicine at the University.

Annabel said: "I want to study Medicine, and then specialise potentially in Orthopaedic Surgery. Winning this scholarship has made me aware of the fact that hard work and dedication towards college life pays off. I am extremely grateful."

Both scholarships provide tuition fees for three years of fulltime study as well as paying for any course-related compulsory fees.

The Chancellor's Award is granted to top Year 13 Māori and Pacific Island scholars on the basis of academic ability, leadership potential, and demonstrated cultural participation in Māori and Pacific communities.

The University of Auckland Scholarship recognises academic excellence as well as leadership potential and all-round ability.