Three talented Karratha students have been awarded BCI Minerals scholarships to support their studies at Pilbara Kimberley University Centres (PKUC). Each of the students will receive $1,000 as part of two scholarships.
The initiative is part of BCI Minerals’ efforts to support the local Karratha community with hopes of empowering students and contributing to the development of their education.
The BCI Minerals School Leavers Scholarship provides financial support for recent high school graduates and their transition to higher education. This year’s scholarships were awarded to Anais Stott and Rachel Thorn.
Anais is enrolled in the UniReady Enabling Program at Curtin University and will pursue a Nutrition and Health degree in 2025. She was a previous student and school captain at Karratha Senior High School and has ambitions of becoming a dietitian.
As a former Karratha Senior High School student, Rachel is now in her first year of Nursing at Central Queensland University. She hopes to work in paediatrics.
The BCI Minerals Allied Health Scholarship was designed for students currently enrolled in allied health programs. It aims to support students pursuing careers in health services to enhance community wellbeing. This scholarship was awarded to Jessie Denise Jalil who is currently enrolled in a Diploma of Counselling and Community Service and has been accepted into a Master of Counselling in 2025.
Jessie is a highly valued member at EPIC (Empowering People in Communities, where she works as a Support Coordinator and Recovery Coach for individuals with permanent and significant disabilities. She is passionate, committed and driven to provide mental health care to the people of the Pilbara with her new skills.
BCI Minerals Head of External Affairs, Tammie Miller said BCI Minerals was excited to support the educational aspirations of students in the Pilbara region through these scholarships.
“BCI Minerals is proud to support the next generation, contributing directly to the growth and prosperity of the community,” Ms Miller said.
“By supporting local students, we are investing in the future leaders who will help shape and sustain our region for years to come.”