Fiona Kennedy Memorial Scholarship

The Fiona Kennedy Memorial Scholarship is part of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Scholarship Scheme at the University of Queensland. Established in 2020 by a donation from Professor Fred D'Agostino to honour the life of UQ colleague Fiona Kennedy, the scholarship was made possible through the Create Change Scholarship Match Initiative and is maintained by income generated from the underlying endowment fund. This scholarship provides financial support of at least $4,500 for one year to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students experiencing financial hardship. It is available to both future and current UQ students enrolled in any undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program. The scholarship recognizes the importance of supporting Indigenous students in pursuing their educational goals while managing financial challenges. Applicants are assessed based on demonstrated financial hardship, personal qualities including leadership potential, academic ability, and other factors relevant to future academic success. Only one application is required to be considered for all scholarships in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Scholarship Scheme, the Aspire Scholarship scheme, and the UQ Residential Scholarship scheme, making it a streamlined process for eligible students. The scholarship reflects UQ's commitment to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education and honors Fiona Kennedy's legacy of dedication to inclusive education at the university.