Laurie Hergenhan Scholarship in Australian Literary Studies

The Laurie Hergenhan Scholarship in Australian Literary Studies is an undergraduate scholarship established in 2019 under the Create Change Scholarship Match Initiative. The scholarship supports students enrolled in English Literature at the University of Queensland who are experiencing financial hardship. The scholarship honors Emeritus Professor Laurie Hergenhan (1931-2019), one of the world's foremost authorities on Australian Literature, founding director of the Australian Studies Centre, and founder of the journal Australian Literary Studies. Growing up on a small dairy farm in rural NSW, Laurie received a scholarship that enabled his scholarly ambitions. In recognition of his dedication and mentorship, this scholarship aims to open opportunities for future scholars to advance their investigation and understanding of Australian Literature, regardless of financial hardship. The award provides $4,500 per year for the minimum completion time of the degree, with one scholarship awarded annually.