ESTABLISHED in 2023, LA Trobe’s Regional Pathways Program was developed for local high school students to enable them to attend one of La Trobe’s four regional campuses, including the Shepparton location.
The program has received a $1M funding boost from the Canadian philanthropic foundation, which will establish the new PEAK Scholars Program, building a “comprehensive scholarship program that will support graduates of the Regional Pathways Program who demonstrate community engagement and leadership potential to attend university.”
La Trobe’s Pro Vice-Chancellor (Regional) Associate Professor Melanie Bish said that “The impact of the Regional Pathways Program since 2023 has been evident”, citing the 70 per cent of program participants who are currently in higher education.
The new PEAK Scholarship Program grants funding for 100 recipients over the next four years, including mentoring, community projects and networking opportunities. John McCall-MacBain- said “Talent is everywhere but opportunity is not. Our job is to bring opportunity to talent…”
Emma Morrison knows firsthand the difference the program makes. She joined the Regional Pathways Program during year 12 at Wodonga Senior Secondary College in 2019, a decision she said had transformed her life.
“…my life would be completely different if I hadn’t participated,” said Emma.
