Forest Industry Council Scholarships

The Forest Industry Council (FIC) in Tumut NSW is again offering two scholarships for students
eager to further their studies in forestry.
The Council was formed in 1981 as a platform for industry to advance the stability and prosperity of the forest industry throughout the Southern NSW Region. A further objective is to sponsor programs that are deemed necessary and desirable to further industry and community development.
Scholarships of up to $2000 will again be made available in 2012 for applicants with the following parameters:
· Applicants must be a resident of the South West Slopes and have a demonstrated commitment to the Forest Industry
· Applicants proposals must align with the Objectives of the Forest Industry Council
Applications in the following categories will be considered:
· Direct or indirect costs associated with training in a Forest Industry related field
· Promotion of the Forest Industry in the South West Slopes
· Advancement of learning and skills in the Forest Industry
· Costs associated with Forestry Seminars/travel
· Research in a Forest Industry related field
The application form is available electronically by emailing Megan Arragon at [email protected],
Closing date for applications is 17 February 2012.