Ashley Eadon is following her humanitarian dream.
Her volunteer work in the Solomon Islands last year fuelled her passion for aid work and helped seal her entry to study law at La Trobe University next year.
The Woodend student was one of 26 to be offered a spot in the popular Aspire early admissions program, which rewards the volunteering and community service of applicants and helps them secure a study path before they complete their year 12 exams.
Ashley (pictured) had travelled to the Solomons twice before her most recent journey.
“My family has always been pretty globally aware,” she said. “Volunteering has always been something that I’ve grown up around … it’s become something I’m really passionate about.
“My dad was born in the Solomons and my grandparents were missionaries and aid workers over there … I have a strong connection with the Solomons. It would be my dream to become a humanitarian aid worker.”
La Trobe University vice-chancellor John Dewar said the Aspire program aimed to support young people in pursuing their dreams.
“Through their dedication to volunteering, those students selected for the 2017 intake have displayed outstanding leadership, communication and people skills – all the characteristics we look for in our students and employers look for in their workforce,” Professor Dewar said.
Details: www.latrobe.edu.au/study/aspire
