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Scholarship recognisescommitmentBachelor <strong>of</strong> Creative Technologies student DeidreUtupo was one <strong>of</strong> more than 50 recipients <strong>of</strong> WelTecscholarships in 2012. Deidre was awarded a CouncilPasifika Scholarship, which is awarded to studentswho demonstrate a genuine desire to succeed in theirchosen field <strong>of</strong> study. Applicants must demonstratehow their study will contribute to Pasifika communitydevelopment in New Zealand.Of Samoan heritage, Deidre grew up in New Zealandbut returned from the Gold Coast, where she hadmoved with her parents, to study digital media atWelTec. She liked the style <strong>of</strong> learning, tutor andstudent support and applied approach to WelTec’screative technologies degree. She says WelTec alsohas a fantastic reputation in the digital media industry- both in New Zealand and overseas.Deidre achieved excellent academic results in her firstyear <strong>of</strong> study and when she completes her degree sheplans to have her own digital media business.2012 ANNUAL REPORT | 33