Ngarimu VC and 28th (Maori) Battalion Memorial Scholarship Fund
Master level Scholarship Outline
Maori masters level students are invited to submit an application for a scholarship grant of $15,000 per year for up to two years depending on the term of study.
Scholarships will be awarded for the one with a right of renewal on the achievement of agreed milestones.
SELECTION CRITERIA
The applicant must be;
- a New Zealand Maori;
- studing at a registered New Zealand tertiary institution or at an overseas tertiary institution that meets that country's accreditation requirements;
- able to show characteristics of the ideal applicants (outlined below in the application form provided;
- prepare to submit a broef about their study. This will be assessed against the following criteria: Is it innovative? Is it a new area of study? Is it a new approach to the subject? What difference will it make to policy, thinking, practice or action? What impact will it have on Maori or Maori issues?
- able to show the link between Maori and the outcome or benefits of their study. The applicant needs to share their passion for their chosen area of study with the Narimu VC and 28th (Maori) Battlion Board;
- able to describe their contribution to whanau, hapu or iwi following successful completion of their study;
- prepared to present progress reports to the Ngarimu VC and 28th (Maori) Battalion Board. These will be negotiated between the Board and the winner of the scholarship.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE IDEAL APPLICANT
The applicant has and can show characteristics similar to those identified as consistent with the 28th Maori Battalion.
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Te ao Maori me te ao Pakeha
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The 28th Maori Battalion was renowned, amongst other things, for its courage, vigour and competence. These are some of the qualities that provide applicants with the confidence to walk in both worlds. Applicants will have passion, strength and insight into what our Maori people want.
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Kawa nga tikanga me te reo
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The applicant’s first strength is their cultural competency and they should have some capability in te reo
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Whanaungatanga
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The applicant is well grounded among their people, from the flax roots. The applicant knows their whakapapa, and has been nurtured by their whanau. The applicant is well connected with their community.
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Matauranga (Academic Success)
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The applicant has successful and solid academic results and can demonstrate high performance and achievement.
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Rangatiratanga
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The applicant displays leadership qualities of adaptability, perseverance, courage and mana and should demonstrate they are able to pull people together, consult and delegate. The applicant is forward looking with dreams, visions and/or aspirations.
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Manaakitanga
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The applicant has provided support to their community and knows themselves and where they fit.
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Whakaritenga (Setting Priorities)
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It can be difficult to operate in te reo Maori at a high level because often whanau and hapu expectations conflict with work, sport or other commitments. The applicant has examples of how they have worked through conflicting priorities and is a well balanced New Zealander.
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Te Wero
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The maori Battalion challenged convention and took on new and leading edge jobs. They were a unique unit. The applicant is working in new field or is challenging exisiting ideas, conventions or expectations and may have overcome fear or obstacles. The applicant must demonstrate passion for their chosen field.
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SELECTION PROCESS
All applicants must be in writing using the attached form. Additional information can be provided on a separate sheet(s)
The Ngarimu VC and 28th (Maori) Battlaion Memorial Scholaship Fund Board will select a short list of applicant. Short-listed applicants will be invited to an interview.
SELECTION TIMELINE
Written applicants must be submitted by 26 September 2008 to:
Group Maori
Ministry of Education
PO Box 1666
Wellington 6140
Attention: Lani Goldsmith
Phone: 04 463 8957
Email: lani.goldsmith@minedu.govt.nz
All applications will be acknowledged by 3 October 2008 and short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview to be held in November 2008
The Ngarimu VC and 28th (Maori) Battalion Memorial Scholarship Fund Board’s decision is final. No correspondence will be entered into.
Contact Lani Goldsmith by phone or e-mail to receive the Ngarimu VC and 28th (Maori) Battalion Memorial Scholarship Fund Master Scholarship Application Form to fill out.
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