A once-shy student who has blossomed in confidence and ability while studying at Brock has been awarded a David J Moore Memorial Bursary for her achievements.
Melanie Edwards, who joined the College in 2012, has received the bursary from Ascentis, the examining body for the Access to Higher Education Diploma. The bursary recognises students who have studied and completed the diploma whilst having to overcome outside pressures.
Melanie had suffered with high levels of anxiety, but was determined to undertake the Nursing and Midwifery Pathway to an Access Diploma and worked hard to achieve all her credits at distinction level. Throughout the duration of the course she conquered her worries, gained confidence and even began coaching other students and supporting them in their studies.
On completing the diploma course at Brock, Melanie secured a place at the University of Southampton and is now in her first year, studying for a nursing degree.
Melanie’s tutor, Ceri Werren, praised her remarkable development and said: “Mel started the year in a state of great anxiety; in fact when I interviewed her I was worried if we would even reach the interview room because she was trying so hard not to be seen by anyone in the corridor. However, she was totally determined to achieve her goals, and over the course of the year has become an outgoing young woman who no longer tries to hide from everyone and can cope well with a crowd.”
Melanie said of her accolade: “I am so pleased to have won this award – shocked is an understatement! I would never have got to where I am now without the support of everyone at Brock – they are amazing!”