Jaslyn is in her third year of a Bachelor of Agriculture, majoring in General Agricultural Production at the University of New England.

Growing up in the small dairy and beef community, she was always eager to assist in the yards or help out on her neighbour’s dairy farm.

In 2014 Jaslyn started working as a farm hand on a local dairy in Gloucester while completing her study externally. She hopes her passion will one day be a driving force in the dairy industry. 

Jaslyn and the other recipients were presented with their scholarships at a ceremony at Sydney Showground on Thursday night, August 3.

The event followed two regional ceremonies hosted in Wagga Wagga and Armidale, at which guests celebrated the achievements of 64 inspiring rural scholars who share a commitment to the future of rural and regional New South Wales.

RAS Foundation executive officer, Kate Ross said since the inception of the Rural Scholarship Program this is the largest group of scholars awarded yet, and is thrilled the Foundation will again provide a springboard for country students to achieve their educational goals.

“This year the RAS Foundation will proudly support a diverse group of talented individuals, all with amazing and unique backgrounds, who are passionate about rural and regional NSW,” Ms Ross said.

The RAS Foundation has awarded over $1.7m to more than 370 rural scholarship recipients since 2011.

“Each of the students on our program is passionate about making a difference in their chosen field. This variety reflects the diversity of skills that rural and regional communities require to flourish and prosper,” Ms Ross said.

The RAS Foundation’s 2018 scholarships are currently open for applications and provide $6000 for full-time study and $3000 for part-time study. To apply please visit www.rasnsw.com.au/foundation/scholarships-and- grants/.