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Queen Margaret University students celebrate 2015 Scholarships & Awards

Posted: 24th November 2015

Over 20 students from Queen Margaret University (QMU) are celebrating this week after showcasing their 2015 scholarship and awards success at a special event in the Capital.

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Hosted by Edinburgh’s Dovecot Studios, the celebratory occasion showcased the QMU scholars and award winners of 2015, including students who were supported by individual donors and organisations including Santander Universities, Alzheimer Scotland, Dakota Hotels, Ryder Cup bursary scheme, as well as by the University’s Vice-Chancellor’s Fund, Student Development Fund and Princess Alice Award.

The award-winning students were joined by the companies and individuals whose generous support has helped boost their academic experience, personal development and made special student projects possible.

Professor Petra Wend, Principal & Vice-Chancellor of Queen Margaret University, said: “The University is grateful for the continued support of organisations, individuals and QMU graduates, which greatly enhances the experience of those students who receive scholarships and awards.

“Awards and scholarships like this enrich students’ academic experience, build their confidence, broaden their horizons and allow them make a real contribution to their field or to serving society’s needs.”

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(L-R) QMU students Vladislav Vladimirov; Patryk Luszcz and Shannon Ovens with QMU’s Professor Joe Goldblatt at Edinburgh’s Dovecot Studios

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(L-R) Elizabeth Salvesen; Leigh Ward (QMU student); Jayne Myles (QMU student) and David Weir (Dovecot Studios).

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