The Queen Margaret Legacy Programme
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Trees of Life Fund
The Queen Margaret Legacy Programme
A special tribute to the legacy of Saint Margaret .
IN NOVEMBER 2014 , to commemorate Saint Margaret ’ s lasting historic and moral legacy and to recognise and encourage support for worthy causes that embrace the shared legacy of Hungary and Queen Margaret University , the University joined the state of Hungary in establishing the ‘ Queen Margaret Legacy Programme ’.
The programme is intended to provide professional development and exchange opportunities for QMU students and students at partner institutions in Hungary . It will focus on learning , enhancing understanding , and cultivating partnerships in the area of media , communications and performing arts .
Thanks to the generous support of sponsors in the UK and Hungary , the Queen Margaret Legacy Programme will be launched with Budapest ’ s famous University of Theatre and Film Arts beginning in the autumn of 2015 .
If you would like to donate to the Queen Margaret Legacy Programme , or request further information contact Development team on E : development @ qmu . ac . uk or T : 0131 474 0000 . ❒
IN 2025 , QMU WILL celebrate 150 years of service to Scotland and the world . To celebrate this occasion , the Trees of Life Fund was established in 2013 to commemorate this milestone . To date , over 40 donations and trees have been planted in a special grove on the campus . The aim of the fund is to celebrate the time that graduates spent at QMU or to honour someone who is close to them .
Past graduates and residents of No 5 Atholl Crescent and the Edinburgh School of Cookery , Dorothy McLauchlan ( nee Coutts 1957 - 1961 ) and Elizabeth Palmer ( nee Corteen ) recently donated to the Fund . They wanted to mark the sudden and unexpected death of their hostel friend - Ilona Forsyth .
Dorothy said : “ Having been a Diploma III student and a No . 5 hostel resident for four years I have always had a keen interest in the progress of the former college , now university .”
If you would like further information about the Trees of Life campaign or to discuss further opportunities for giving to QMU , contact the Development team on E : development @ qmu . ac . uk or T : 0131 474 0000 . ❒
Students celebrate 2014 scholarship and awards
OVER 20 QMU STUDENTS showcased their 2014 scholarship and awards success at a special event in September .
Hosted by Edinburgh ’ s Dovecot Studios , the celebratory occasion showcased the QMU scholars and award winners of 2014 , including students who were supported by Santander Universities , the Ryder Cup bursary scheme , the Princess Alice Award and the University ’ s Vice-Chancellor ’ s Fund and Student Development Fund .
The award-winning students were joined by the companies and individuals whose generous support helped boost their academic experience , personal development and made special student projects possible .
Professor Petra Wend , QMU Principal , said : “ The University is grateful for the continued support of organisations , individuals and QMU graduates , which greatly enhances the experience of those students who receive scholarships and awards .
“ Awards and scholarships like this enrich students ’ academic experience , broaden their horizons and allow them make a real contribution to their field or to serving society ’ s needs .” ❒
Rewarding partnership with Santander Universities
QMU HAS BEEN part of the Santander Universities network for the past seven years and we are extremely grateful to Santander for the generous support which includes a variety of scholarships , grants and awards .
In 2014 , this partnership benefited 20 students and members of staff who received a total of £ 64,000 providing 13 scholarships and seven research grants .
Another 17 students and recent graduates also gained invaluable work experience from summer internships with local SMEs which were part-funded by Santander Universities . Some of our graduates also secured further employment with these companies .
In addition , eight local charities were awarded £ 500 each from Santander ’ s Community Awards to help with community projects involving our students . ❒
Santander Universities attended the QMU Scholarship & Awards Reception at the Dovecot Studios , Edinburgh , on Thursday 25 September 2014 , to celebrate the range of scholarships and projects made possible with their support .
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