Andi-Lee Reardon is the winner of the Brian Fudge Memorial Scholarship worth $2,500. Andi-Lee’s parent is Andrew Reardon, a member of UPSE/NUPGE (Local 12). Each year, the National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) offers 9 scholarships that reflect its pursuit of equal opportunity for all workers. They are offered to members, the children/grandchildren, and the foster children/grandchildren of current or retired UPSE/NUPGE members enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary public institution.
“Each year we are impressed with the quality and thoughtfulness of the submissions for NUPGE Scholarships. We appreciate everyone who took the time to make a submission. It is always a difficult decision to choose the winning essays because the competition is so strong,” said Bert Blundon, NUPGE President, “It’s our hope that these scholarships will, in a small way, help these students follow their dreams.”
Karen Jackson, UPSE President, congratulated Andi-Lee Reardon on winning the Brian Fudge Memorial Scholarship. “Your dedication to the healthcare field and your commitment to ensuring universality and equal access is truly inspiring. At a time when our healthcare system faces unprecedented challenges, your passion and vision for service to Canadians will undoubtedly make a significant impact. We are proud to support you on this important journey.”
In commenting on the importance of her chosen area of study – health care, Reardon wrote, “At this critical time with the Canadian health care system being stretched beyond measure, it is of utmost importance now, more than ever, to keep the vision of universality and equal access alive and well. My chosen field of study in health care and my goal to deliver this public service to Canadians could not be more important than it is now, for my generation.”
Pic: Andi-Lee Reardon (UPEI Student) and Karen Jackson (UPSE President)
Link to NUPGE story on web: https://shorturl.at/d1RMD
