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2021 Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship Award Ceremony
3 June 2021
Three candidates have been awarded the 2021 Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship
1. In commemoration of the significant contributions made by Singapore’s founding Prime Minister, the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship was set up in 1991 by the Tanjong Pagar Citizens’ Consultative Committee. It is publicly funded and awarded to exceptional individuals who demonstrate a strong sense of commitment to serve Singapore and her citizens.
2. In 2021, three outstanding candidates have been awarded the Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship to support their pursuit of postgraduate studies. The awardees are:
Scholarship Awardee
S/N | Name/Age | University/Course |
|---|---|---|
1 | Ms Fadhilah Binte Abdul Rahman Zamawi Age 29 | Master of Public Policy University of Oxford United Kingdom |
2 | Ms Lee Huiying Pamela 李慧盈 Age 37 | Global Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) INSEAD Singapore |
3 | Dr Shelat Vishalkumar Girishchandra Age 44 | Healthcare Ethics and Law University of Manchester United Kingdom |
3. Lee Kuan Yew Scholarship holders may choose to pursue their postgraduate studies in any country and field of study that best develops their potential as leaders. The scholarship holders are expected to contribute actively to better Singapore and her community.