Women in non-traditional studies gain assistance

Graham Robinson

7 August 2008: UC student Krystal Hurst is the 2008 recipient of an award from Dr Leah Moore for women involved in non-traditional areas of study. This special award, allocated for the first time in 2008, complements another provided by Dr Leah Moore and the University of Canberra annually.

Ms Hurst is studying a Bachelor in Environmental Science majoring in Cultural and Heritage studies. In presenting the $1,000 University Co-Op bookshop voucher Dr Moore said, “Krystal is a very worthy recipient of this award. It is difficult for students to make their way through University and this award is aimed at making that journey just a little easier.”

“This award is meant to ease a little of the financial pressure and I would strongly encourage any women studying in a non-traditional area to consider applying for this award, as I would be happy to look upon their applications favourably,” she said.

UC student Krystal Hurst receiving her award from Dr Leah Moore and Co-Op Bookshop manager Lynn Price.

“It is an honour to receive this award”, said Ms Hurst, “It will make life so much easier now that I can spend a $1,000 on text books.”  Ms Hurst is in her first year at the University and is one of the student’s to have been assisted through the Ngunnawal Centre’s Foundation Program.

“The Foundation Program really gave me confidence to study at University and assisted in getting me to this point. This award will now allow me to continue my study with less pressure on myself and my family to find the money for text books.”

Ms Hurst hopes to work in the area of protecting and managing significant Indigenous sites when she completes her degree.