Overview
Funding for the likru mapali UniGym Scholarship is generously provided by the UniGym & Riawunna. This scholarship aims to: Promote health and wellbeing among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; Assist with the costs associated with health and fitness; and Assist up and coming indigenous athletes to realise their full potential. The word likru mapali is palawa kani for ‘Lots of sweat’ [sweating lots]. The likru mapali UniGym Scholarship will provide both commencing and continuing students with a 12 month UniGym membership (valued at up to $450) for access to UniGym’s multi-purpose fitness centres located on the Sandy Bay, Newnham and Cradle Coast campuses.
Eligibility
- Available to commencing and continuing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who are enrolled in any course of study at the University.
- IMPORTANT: Applicants who apply for this Scholarship MUST meet the Commonwealth definition of Aboriginality to be eligible.
- The Commonwealth definition of who is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person is as follows:
- is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent;
- who identifies as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person;
- and is accepted as such by the community in which they live.
On-going Eligibility
- Remain enrolled
Amount
12-month UniGym membership (valued at up to $450). Each membership provides unlimited access to weights/cardio room, group fitness classes and squash courts.
Duration
One year
Starting Date
31 August 2023
Closing Date
31 October 2023
Apply
Apply online prior to closing date. Applications cannot be submitted after closing date.
As applicants will be assessed on the quality of application, all questions should be answered in full. Please ensure care is taken with spelling and grammar.
Application status
Closed - successful applicants advised
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