YEAR 12 Good Shepherd Lutheran College student Lachlan Deimel has been awarded one of Australia’s most prestigious university scholarships.
Lachlan won’t need to worry about university offers later this year after he was awarded a Tuckwell Scholarship at the Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra where he can pursue his dream of contributing to the field of genetics.
“The application process is very involved and I realised very quickly just what the scholarship would mean for my university experience,” Lachlan said.
“So when I received the call informing me of my success, it was like nothing I’ve ever felt; there was this overwhelming sense of achievement.”
Worth around $22,000 per year for the duration of his degree, the money will help Lachlan with everything from living expenses to text books.
“Next year I plan to study biology, particularly genetics,” Lachlan said.
“The ANU offers a Bachelor of Philosophy – Science which is an intense but flexible science degree that has a research component and I’m looking to enter a career in biological research and education.”
Senior years curriculum co-ordinator Liz Newton at Good Shepherd Lutheran College said Lachlan would be an asset to his university in the field of science.
“Lachlan exemplifies the qualities of a Tuckwell Scholar,” Ms Newton said.
“As well as achieving outstanding academic results, Lachlan serves the college community in a humble and inclusive way. He provides tutoring during breaks and after school and coaches both Year 11 and Year 8 debating teams.
“He is also enthusiastic and passionate about learning and making a difference in the world.”
The Tuckwell Scholarship program was established by ANU alumnus Graham Tuckwell and his wife Louise in February 2013 and is worth about $200 million to the university over 30 years.
The vision behind the scholarship is all about helping recipients make an impact in their community and the world, by offering unique educational opportunities and personal experiences with global leaders in their specialised fields.
