Pauline Toner Bursary
Background
The Pauline Toner Award was established in 1990 in honour of the memory of Pauline Toner and the spirit with which she served the community. Pauline graduated with a Bachelor of Education from La Trobe in 1975 and was elected to Parliament in 1977. She worked in local government in the community services field, was involved in reform of the prison system, initiated the first review of children's welfare legislation, supported women's neighbourhood houses, and worked for legislation to reform adoption. She is remembered for her remarkable contribution to the community and her strong sense of social justice.
Are you eligible to apply?
To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, applicants must:
Be currently enrolled in your third year having completed a minimum of 240 credit points in one of the following :- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Criminology or the double degree of Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology
- Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Students undertaking honours and post-graduate study will also be eligible
Recipients of the scholarship shall be selected by the University based on their:
- Current enrolment in the third year of a degree course as set out above OR enrolment in an Honours or Postgraduate course at La Trobe University
- Academic merit
How to apply
The recipient will be identified by highest WAM in the above courses. An application is not required.
Who to contact for further information
Scholarships Office, scholarships@latrobe.edu.au