The General Council is currently committed to supporting four awards, continuing annually for each year of the recipients’ studies. Abigail Haining is studying Ecological and Environmental Sciences Image I really appreciate having the opportunity to go to university and this scholarship has allowed me to stay in the beautiful city of Edinburgh and make the most of my time studying here. I am a Scottish student from a small village on the other side of the bridges in Fife so moving to a city was very exciting. I chose to study Ecological and Environmental Sciences as I am fascinated by the natural world and when I read about this course offered at the University of Edinburgh, I knew it was the one for me. In the first semester I met all the wonderful students on my course and have gone on several field trips, such as to the Royal Botanic Garden and to an airfield, which were great experiences. Through trying various societies and going to many events held by the university I have formed friendships with some incredible students.I have seen a growth in self-confidence through living independently and doing part-time work at a restaurant which has involved working with lovely people. I already feel like I have gained many skills and much knowledge so far related to my degree itself but also life skills, such as time-management and balancing all my commitments.I look forward to what is to come over the next four years!We are proud to invest, with the University, in the current and future success of Abigail and the other recipients of the Award: Elliot Brack (Psychology); Sophia Blincow (Biomedical Sciences) and Michael Healey (Neuroscience) and we wish them well. In times of increasing financial hardship, we would love to be able to do more. To support more students, we need to grow the Fund. Information about how to donate. This article was published on 2024-07-08
