Student scoops big award at House of Lords

City Lit student, Ray Kinsella, has been presented with a highly sought after Helena Kennedy Foundation award in a ceremony at the House of Lords. Ray received his award from human rights lawyer and peer Baroness Helena Kennedy QC in recognition of his achievements in reaching higher education.
The Helena Kennedy Foundation supports students who face serious disadvantage, studying at Further Education colleges, to access higher education through bursaries, mentoring and work placements to support their ongoing success in education.
Ray will receive a £1500 bursary to support his costs while studying at university and will have access to mentoring and work shadowing opportunities.
Baroness Helena Kennedy QC, President of the Foundation, said:
“I am delighted to have presented Ray with one of our awards in recognition of his huge achievements in reaching university against the odds. Each student who receives an award has been selected because they are special and have shown real talent and determination.”
Story added 24th November 2010