Kevin Smith Memorial Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

Kevin Smith Memorial Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

The Kevin Smith Memorial Scholarship, funded by the Friends of Taputeranga Marine Reserve Charitable Trust, supports postgraduate students conducting research on the Taputeranga Marine Reserve. It honours Kevin Smith’s contributions to New Zealand conservation and marine protection.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Applicants must be enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program at Victoria University of Wellington.
2. Research or thesis must relate to the Marine Reserve’s social, environmental, or economic impacts.

Selection Criteria

1. Enrollment in a postgraduate degree (Master’s or PhD) at the university.
2. Proposed research must address the Marine Reserve and its effects.

Application Process

A completed online application must be submitted by the deadline. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Award Details

The scholarship provides NZD 1,000 in partial funding, usable for any research‑related purpose.

Recipient Requirements

1. Write a thank‑you letter to the donor.
2. Acknowledge the Friends’ support in any related publications.
3. May be featured in the Trust’s outreach materials or website.

Apply through the official scholarship page: Kevin Smith Memorial Scholarship application.