Scholarships give help to more Fife College students than ever

A record number of Fife College students have welcomed a much-needed cash boost thanks to a prestigious scholarship awarded to them for their hard work and commitment.

In total, 108 students have received Russell Trust Scholarships thanks to the Russell Trust and the college’s scholarship programme, the Adam Smith Foundation.

In light of the current coronavirus crisis, this year’s donation of £15,000 from the Russell Trust was topped up to £20,000 by the Foundation, enabling many more students to benefit.

The awards, ranging from £50 to £500, will allow them to buy equipment and resources, and give some much needed help and recognition in these difficult times.

Despite College campuses being closed, scholarship awards were still able to be made, not in person this year but online, and each student also received a certificate to mark their achievement.

Lyn Gold, Adam Smith Foundation scholarship co-ordinator, said: “We are delighted to have been able to award more students than ever before with a Russell Trust Scholarship, especially during these difficult times.

“For over 20 years The Russell Trust has been supporting our students and we are extremely grateful to them for their very generous continued support.

“Seeing the photos of our students with their certificates at home in lockdown and hearing how they will benefit and the boost it has given them is truly heartwarming.”

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The Russell Trust was set up in the memory of Patrick Russell who died in action during World War II.

Through this the former Tullis Russell paper company, which was based in Glenrothes, has supported a myriad of local charities and educational institutions.

Iona Russell, great niece of Patrick Russell, said: “It is a real honour to represent my family and the trust, which was set up by my great uncle to support young people in Scotland pursue their career goals.

“Congratulations to all of this year’s scholarship award winners. All 108 recipients have worked so hard and shown real dedication to their studies .”

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