Mount Coolum resident Jaime Butel, 19, has been awarded the Chancellor’s Scholarship worth up to $20,000 as she starts her Bachelor of International Studies on campus at USC.
Jaime, who has recently returned from a year of overseas travel and charity work, said she was delighted to receive the scholarship as she pursues a globe-trotting career to support sustainable, functioning communities in developing countries.
“I’m very interested in culture, language and sustainability, and USC’s International Studies degree will cover all these aspects,” said Jaime, who earned an OP2 and won her school’s Global Citizens Award in 2015.
Her love of travel was strengthened during charity work at Encouragement House in Timor-Leste in January last year, and a recent four-month trip to Europe.
“The scholarship will help me to continue my travels while studying and help with everyday financial expenses.”
USC Chancellor’s Scholarships are awarded for high academic achievement and contributions to the community.
