Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, former President and Vice-Chancellor of The University of Manchester, said: “It is a true privilege to have a scholarship carry my name – an honour I will always treasure. My heartfelt thanks go to the donors for their remarkable generosity.
“I am delighted that this support will continue a long tradition here at Manchester: opening doors for talented students, enabling them to thrive and achieve their ambitions at Manchester.”
Undergraduate Access Scholarships offer financial assistance to students who have experienced difficulties and are funded by alumni of the University and donors.
NAFUM is an independent foundation that supports the University’s work, helping students from the US, Greater Manchester and the Global South to gain an education at the University.
Through generous support, US-based alumni have helped the University to make strides tackling a number of global challenges, including inequality, poverty and cancer research.
Donations from alumni of the University, no matter the size, fuels discoveries, real-world impact and student success. By donating or volunteering, you can support life-changing opportunities for students and help us tackle urgent global challenges.
To find out more about making a donation to the University, please visit the University’s philanthropy page here.
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