NLIS 6 December 15, 2005 (Human Resources, Labour and Employment) The following is being distributed at the request of the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation: Scholarships awarded to adults pursuing post-secondary education Three clients of the Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) who are pursuing post-secondary education have been awarded $1,000 scholarships. Paul Shelley, Minister Responsible for Housing, today announced the recipients of the NLHC�s Adult Scholarship Program for 2005. Each year, NLHC awards scholarships in the Avalon/Eastern, Central, and Western/Labrador regions to adults pursuing post-secondary education. Winners are selected based on an interview that assesses initiative, need, and community experience. "I extend my sincere congratulations to this year�s scholarship winners," said Minister Shelley. "We firmly believe in the importance of post-secondary education and recognize that there are many challenges faced by adults returning to school. The effort and dedication shown by these scholarship winners is truly commendable." The NLHC�s adult scholarship winners for 2005 are:
Earlier this fall, NLHC also awarded six $1,000 scholarships to NLHC tenants� and employees� children, based on students� performance on public examinations. As well, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is emphasizing the importance of continued studies by financing a tuition freeze for public post-secondary education. Media contact: Jenny Bowring, Communications, (709) 724-3059 2005 12 15 10:45 a.m. |
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