Gallipoli Scholarship Recipients in the Year of Commencing University
1998 Michelle Byrne and Jennifer Down
1999 Bree Miechel and Keryn Stewart
2000 Heather Stephenson and Michael Robinson
2001 Natalie Louise Dudley and Arianwyn E. Lowe
2002 Emma Slack-Smith and Veronica Howard
2003 Christopher Allen, Rebecca Mutton, and Shani Archer
2004 Jennifer Bowden, Mary O'Reilly and Rosemary Thom
2005 Therese O'Sullivan, Alicia Price and Krista Sambuco
2006 Natalie Bowden, Hayley Elizabeth Gordon, Ben St Claire, Elizabeth Dernee
2007 Melissa Matthews, Jaxon O’Shea, Keely Morris, Roger Stephenson
2008 Emily Keys, Rebecca Kuehn, Amelia Withers, Dennae Schleibs
2009 Felicity Mathews, Rebecca Plummer, Katelyn Menzies, Claire Twivey
2010 Sophie Burley, Jarrah Prior, Alexandra Peters, Annika Rookyard
Bill Hall Memorial Scholarship
2006 Samantha Ross, Timothy Rowe
2007 Tessa Gorman, Andrea Cartwright
2008 Annabel Toms, Louisa Osborne
2009 Bethany Buckman, Clair Edwards, Zachary Gorman
2010 Tim Hunter, Lucy Mort, Simone Norrie
What the Gallipoli Scholarship has given me
"I have finished my first year of University! It has been a remarkable year filled with countless memories and experiences. I thought before 2009 progresses too far, I should write and let you know all that has happened in the last 6 months.
In my second semester of Uni I studied Spanish, European Studies, International Relations : Continuity and Change, and the Fundamentals of Physics (as my elective). I received three distinctions and one credit (I was one mark below a distinction in Spanish). I really enjoyed my subjects especially Physics because I have not studied science since the 10th grade! In my classes I met and developed friendships with some very lovely and interesting people. They were the ones who made the past six months some of the best of my life.
For the last three months I have been working at a Newsagency in Coogee and at Waverley Library. I was fortunate enough to find both jobs through the Uni’s Jobs and Employment website just as the semester was finishing and have spent most of my holidays earning money. Thanks to your generous scholarship I didn’t have to work for the majority of the second semester and instead, used that time to focus on my studies and make the most of university life. I really like my two jobs and the people I work with. I am gaining good experience and it is a nice change from retail!
Before I go, I want to say a humungous thank you for choosing me as the recipient of the Bill Hall Memorial Scholarship in 2007. It has been such a blessing to me over the past 12 months. Whilst easing the financial burden of living away from home, it has given me the opportunity to pursue my goals, meet amazing people, learn and experience new things and achieve in my academic studies. Your scholarship has helped me develop and I know that whatever the future brings, I am well prepared. I will write to you again soon to let you know what I am up to this year."
Tessa Gorman - 2007 Scholarship winner
"My first year of university has been extremely hectic, involving much hard work and dedication, but at the same time it has been a very exciting and enjoyable experience. The extra financial assistance that the scholarship provided greatly contributed to my positive experiences this year, especially as it allowed me to have secure accommodation (at Sancta Sophia College within the University of Sydney), purchase essential text books and it greatly helped with daily travel expenses (my university course is on a different campus to that on which I live). The scholarship has eased the financial and consequent emotional stress placed on my family, allowing them to enjoy my university experience as much as I have."
Keely Morris - 2007 Scholarship winner
"I would like to thank the Gallipoli Scholarship fund for providing me with financial assistance for my first year of study engineering at the University of New South Wales(UNSW). The scholarship has allowed me to live and study comfortably without the need to have a part time job. Having this financial assistance removed a large amount of the stress associated with moving to Sydney from a rural area. Not having to worry about money during this time allowed me to focus purely on university work and settling into life in Sydney.
I have been very happy with my results from my first semester; I obtained a credit average across my four subjects of Physics, Mathematics, Engineering Design and Engineering Mechanics. I’m enjoying immensely living and studying in Sydney at UNSW and would like to thank the Gallipoli Scholarship for contributing to my University experience"
Jaxon O’Shea - 2007 Scholarship winner
"The Bill Hall Scholarship that I received funded a large portion of my first year of University and I am eternally grateful to have received the scholarship. It meant that I could work less hours at my part-time job and focus more on my studies as the financial burden was lessened considerably. By being able to focus on my studies more I was able to discover my passion for accounting which is the career path I am now taking. I wish to thank all at Merrylands RSL for the presentation ceremony and the relatives of Bill Hall for making this scholarship available to people such as myself. It is truly an opportunity to pursue our dreams without the financial burden."
Samantha Ross - 2006 Scholarship winner
"I would like to express my appreciation to the Gallipoli Scholarship Fund Inc. for the financial assistance that I received in 2006 for my first year of university from the Bill Hall Memorial Scholarship.
With this assistance I was able to purchase the required textbooks, lecture notes, computer programs and CD’s for my courses, as well as covering my travel expenses to and from university. This has enabled me to focus on my studies and not have to worry about finding the money to pay for these items.
I wish to congratulate the Gallipoli Scholarship Fund Inc. for providing scholarships to first year university students. Having received a scholarship myself, I now realise how great financial assistance is to starting tertiary studies. I hope that scholarships will be in place for many years to come and be of assistance to others. I have completed my first year of university and am about to commence second year studies. I thoroughly enjoyed my first year of university, learning many new things and meeting new people."
Timothy Rowe - 2006 Scholarship winner
"I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for granting me the Gallipoli Scholarship. I feel privileged to be able to continue the Gallipoli tradition of my great great grandfather through my chosen career as Nurse/Paramedic.
This scholarship has eased the financial burden of studying but has also made me more determined to excel in my course to be an asset to the memory of our fallen servicemen and women.
As a result of being in receipt of this honourable award I was capable, and I still am, of undertaking study at Charles Sturt University, Bathurst.
Thank you once again for this honour and the opportunity to be part of the
ongoing Gallipoli tradition."
Therese O'Sullivan - 2005 Scholarship winner
"I was a recipient of a Gallipoli Scholarship in 2004. This scholarship has helped immensely throughout my university career.
During my first semester in 2004 I received two distinctions and two credits. During the second semester I obtained three distinctions and a credit. At the conclusion of the year I was invited to join the Golden Key Association because my overall results had placed me in the top 15% of the university. This association is an international group that gives me contacts / job offers throughout the world once I have finished my degree as well as giving ongoing support whilst I am still at university.
Throughout my first year I also participated in many sporting events. Notably I was named Netball Rookie of the Year and received a bronze medallion at the Australian University Games for Women’s AFL.
The first semester of my second year saw me obtain two credits and two passes. In the second semester I obtained a High Distinction, two distinctions and a credit. I also managed to top the Educational Psychology component of my course.
2005 saw me participate in my first teaching practical at Kildare Catholic College, Wagga Wagga. I thoroughly enjoyed this experience and received a great report which made me realise that I have chosen the right career path.
During 2005 I also attained a certificate III in Outdoor Recreation at TAFE. This certificate enables me to teach numerous outdoor activities; such as abseiling, mountain biking and bushwalking, in both the school and public sectors.
Sport also played an important role in my second year of university. I again played netball for the university and was vice-president of the Women’s AFL club, where we again received a gold medal at the Eastern University Games.
I hope all the other recipients of the scholarship are going well and having as much fun as I am at university and I will endeavour to keep in more regular contact with you in the near future."
Mary O’Reilly - 2004 Scholarship winner"
I began university in February 2002 at Charles Sturt University in Bathurst studying a four year double degree course: Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) and Bachelor of Training (Primary Teaching). I went on to successfully complete my first year of university, completing a combination of eight units made up of psychology and education subjects.
The scholarship provided by the Gallipoli Scholarship Fund Inc was used to pay for all my university related expenses during my first year such as accommodation, university fees and textbooks. This generous financial support gave me all of the support I needed to succeed at my studies during my first year at university.
I went on to successfully complete my second and third years of my double degree. I will finish my double degree at the end of 2005 and will graduate in May 2007.
After graduation I plan to teach for a few years and eventually complete post graduate studies in Psychology to become a qualified private practice psychologist or school counsellor. I chose to complete a double degree so I would have a number of career options for the years ahead. I am also interested in social welfare and I will eventually complete further studies in this area due to its close relationship to Psychology.
The Gallipoli Scholarship has given me so many career options and opportunities for my future and helped me to make my university dream of studying a reality. I would recommend this scholarship to any eligible student continuing on to tertiary study emphasizing that it will provide the person with countless opportunities and support in relation to their university studies.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the members of the Gallipoli Scholarship Fund Inc. for all of their support during my first year at university and for making this scholarship possible in supporting young adults in the their initial studies at university which can be a period of uncertainty."
Veronica Howard - 2002 Scholarship winner
"I graduated from the University of Sydney in 2005 year and I am now working as a graduate lawyer with Minter Ellison in Sydney. During my studies I studied Mandarin in Beijing, Chinese law in Shanghai and spent my final semester studying international trade law at Uppsala University in Sweden. I'm looking forward to the challenges and exciting opportunities ahead as I commence my career.
Thank you again for the support the Fund provided in my first year of university study. It assisted my moving to Sydney and the opportunity to experience all I have as a result!"
Bree Miechel - 1999 Scholarship co-winner 12/6/1999
"Without the assistance of the Gallipoli Scholarship I could not have moved away from home. Now I am studying the course of my choice at the University of my choice. The Scholarship also commemorates the efforts of our soldiers in the First World War, an action with which I am proud to be associated. I am very grateful for the opportunity the Gallipoli Scholarship offers."
Jenny Down - 1998 Scholarship co-winner 12/6/1998
"The Gallipoli Scholarship has given me a wonderful start to my University career, helping me with my many University expenses - books, equipment and fees - thus allowing me to participate in and enjoy my course more fully. The Scholarship has allowed me to learn much more about my great grandfather Charles Henry Way and the men who fought at Gallipoli and the effects this battle had in shaping our nation. I have also been privileged to share an Anzac Day and Gallipoli Scholarship Presentation with some very special people, including two World War 1 veterans and a number of World War 2 veterans. It was a wonderful day! I am very grateful for this Scholarship and to all those who have worked so hard to make the Gallipoli Scholarship possible."
Michelle Byrne - 1998 Scholarship co-winner 12/6/1998
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