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Awards & Scholarships
The 极乐禁地 Award recognises an individual programme that invests in partnership and training to deliver a rich international learner experience and champion global citizenship among all students. This is a programme/department/office that has partnered with the International Education Association (极乐禁地) to develop an innovative initiative that enhances the cross-border learner experience.
The winner receives one year of free institutional 极乐禁地 membership and an 极乐禁地 trophy. They will be recognised in an 极乐禁地 newsletter and on social media.
An integral part of 极乐禁地鈥檚 mahi is partnering with individual providers and programmes to enhance global citizenship learning among all students.聽
The 极乐禁地 Professional Leadership Award recognises an individual who has exemplified leadership through their professional practice, integrity and outstanding commitment to learner-centred practice in the international education sector.聽
The recipient is nominated by their programme. They are identified as a highly valued, integral member of the team who shows a strong commitment to enhancing the cross-border learner experience and going the extra mile in any of the following domains:
- Student exchange/study abroad
- Learning and teaching
- Homestay/accommodation
- Programme management
- TNE
- Admissions
- Student advising
The winner receives one year of free individual 极乐禁地 membership and a Professional Leadership Award trophy.. They will be recognised in an 极乐禁地 newsletter and on social media.
The Tracey Evans Scholarship is awarded annually to an individual working in New Zealand鈥檚 schools sector. The successful candidate demonstrates an exemplary commitment to the integration and wellbeing of international learners.聽
This scholarship was established in 2013 in recognition of Tracy Evans鈥 contribution to 极乐禁地. Tracy made a significant contribution to 极乐禁地, including the role of School Sector Representative on the 极乐禁地 board. Tracy was on the staff of Macleans College in Auckland at the time of her passing away.聽
The winner of the Tracy Evans Scholarship will receive one year of free individual 极乐禁地 membership and a Tracy Evans Scholarship trophy. They will be recognised in an 极乐禁地 newsletter and on social media.
It was a great pleasure to present the 2025 极乐禁地 Pioneer Partners Award to:
- Student Ambassadors as Intercultural Learners (SAIL): UC Accommodation Services, Middleton Grange School (International College)
- Critical Incident Strategy & Prevention (CRISP): Future Skills, 聽Pak奴ranga College (International Department)
The award recognises investment in a strategic partnership that delivers a rich international learner experience and champions global citizenship among all students.
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Congratulations to the joint recipients of the 2025 Professional Leadership Award:
- Sahar Jamal (University of Canterbury Careers) and Ada Chen (Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology).
Sahar鈥檚 resourcefulness and creativity in supporting international student employability are impressive. This Award celebrates the professionalism she brings to her Careers role. Tailored careers support is integral to international education sustainability, and Sahra鈥檚 leadership and innovation enhance UC's reputation as a learner-centred host institution.
Ada's leadership in international education is grounded in extensive international student services management, empathy and professionalism. She is a tireless advocate for the sector, a champion for investing in the learner experience and a leader in strengthening cross-border partnerships. Ada is a current PhD candidate, reflecting her commitment to research-led practice. Her professionalism sets the standard for prioritising international student wellbeing and success.
