Ula King of Labrador City, Kimberly Rowsell of Corner Brook, and Jennifer Payne of Stephenville are the recipients of $750 scholarships awarded by Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) for the Western/Labrador region of the province. The winners were announced today by Lloyd Matthews, minister responsible for
housing.
NLHC has awarded nine such scholarships to 1999 high school graduates and adults pursuing post-secondary education: three to children of clients; three to children of employees; and three to adult clients returning to school. Awards are offered on a regional basis — Avalon/East, Central and Western/Labrador.
Commenting on the scholarship program, Mr. Matthews said: “NLHC recognizes the importance of an education in today’s competitive world and is pleased to be able to offer scholarships to children and adults alike to help further their education. I commend each of the winners for their initiative and hard work and wish them much success in their future studies.”
Ula King, winner of the adult scholarship, is currently attending the College of the North Atlantic in Labrador City where she is enrolled in the Business Administration program. Ms. King was chosen for the award based on an interview that assessed initiative, need, and community and work experience.
Kimberly Rowsell, daughter of Karen Rowsell, is the winner of an NLHC clients’ children scholarship. She graduated from Herdman Collegiate in Corner Brook with an average of 87.72 per cent in level III courses. Kimberly is currently attending Memorial University in St. John’s where she is pursuing an Engineering degree.
Jennifer Payne is the daughter of Raymond and Gladys Payne. Before retiring, Raymond was an Electrician with NLHC’s Stephenville Regional Office. Jennifer graduated from Stephenville High School with an average of 84.84 per cent in level III courses. At present she is attending Memorial University, Corner Brook Campus, where she is working towards a Fine Arts degree.
Winners of the adult client scholarships are selected based on an interview that assesses initiative, community and work experience, and need.
Winners of the clients’ and employees’ children scholarships are chosen based on their overall average in level III courses. Applicants must achieve a minimum average of 75 per cent in final year high school courses to be considered eligible.
For further information, contact:
Jenny Bowring, Corporate Communications
Telephone: (709) 724-3055
E-mail: releases@nlhc.nf.ca
Catherine Drodge of Clarenville, Amy Edwards of Marystown, and Skylar Loder of Marystown are the recipients of $750 scholarships awarded by Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) for the Central region. The winners were announced today by Lloyd Matthews, minister responsible for housing.
NLHC has awarded nine such scholarships to 1999 high school graduates and adults pursuing post-secondary education: three to children of clients; three to children of employees; and three to adult clients returning to school. Awards are offered on a regional basis — Avalon/East, Central and Western/Labrador.
Commenting on the scholarship program, Mr. Matthews said: “NLHC recognizes the importance of an education in today’s competitive world and providing scholarships for children and adults alike will remain a priority for the corporation. I commend each of the winners for their commitment and dedication and wish them all the best in their future studies.”
Catherine Drodge, winner of the adult scholarship, is currently attending the College of the North Atlantic in Clarenville where she is enrolled in the Web Site Administrator program. Ms. Williams was chosen for the award based on an interview that assessed initiative, need, and community and work experience.
Amy Edwards, daughter of Mark and Madeline Edwards, is the winner of an NLHC clients’ children scholarship. She graduated from Holy Name of Mary Academy in Lawn with an average of 96.7 per cent in level III courses. Amy is currently doing her first year of studies at Memorial University in St. John’s and is considering the Science Program.
Skylar Loder is the son of Walter and Sally Loder. Walter is a Maintenance Supervisor with NLHC’s Marystown Regional Office. Skylar graduated from St. Lawrence Central High with an average of 89.63 per cent in level III courses. At present he is attending the College of the North Atlantic in Burin where he is enrolled in the Science Program. Skylar plans to pursue a career in Dentistry.
Winners of the adult client scholarships are selected based on an interview that assesses initiative, community and work experience, and need.
Winners of the clients’ and employees’ children scholarships are chosen based on their overall average in level III courses. Applicants must achieve a minimum average of 75 per cent in final year high school courses to be considered eligible.
For further information, contact:
Jenny Bowring, Corporate Communications
Telephone: (709) 724-3055
E-mail: releases@nlhc.nf.ca
Gloria Williams of St. John’s, Michael Edmunds of Roaches Line, and Leslie Penney of Mount Pearl are the recipients of $750 scholarships awarded by Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) for the Avalon/East region. The winners were announced today by Lloyd Matthews, minister responsible for housing.
NLHC has awarded nine such scholarships to 1999 high school graduates and adults pursuing post-secondary education: three to children of clients; three to children of employees; and three to adult clients returning to school. Awards are offered on a regional basis — Avalon/East, Central and Western/Labrador.
Commenting on the scholarship program, Mr. Matthews said: “Providing scholarships to children and adults alike remain a priority for the corporation. NLHC recognizes that a good education is an important ingredient for achieving goals in today’s competitive world. I commend each of the winners for their hard work and dedication and wish them much success in their future studies.”
Gloria Williams, winner of the adult scholarship, is currently attending Memorial University in St. John’s where she is working towards a Bachelor Degree in Social Work. Ms. Williams was chosen for the award based on an interview that assessed initiative, need, and community and work experience.
Michael Edmunds, son of Michael and Lois Edmunds, is the winner of an NLHC clients’ children scholarship. He graduated from Bishop O’Neil Collegiate in Brigus with an average of 84.7 per cent in level III courses. Michael is currently attending Memorial University in St. John’s where he is planning to pursue an education in Engineering.
Leslie Penney is the daughter of Don and Kay Penney. Don is a Hardware Support Specialist with NLHC’s Information Systems Division. Leslie graduated from Mount Pearl Senior High School with an average of 82.54 per cent in level III courses. At present she is attending Acadia University in Nova Scotia where she is working towards a Fine Arts degree.
Winners of the adult client scholarships are selected based on an interview that assesses initiative, community and work experience, and need.
Winners of the clients’ and employees’ children scholarships are chosen based on their overall average in level III courses. Applicants must achieve a minimum average of 75 per cent in final year high school courses to be considered eligible.
For further information, contact:
Jenny Bowring, Corporate Communications
Telephone: (709) 724-3055
E-mail: releases@nlhc.nf.ca