Fenergo and Trinity Access launch new scholarship for leaving cert students

Posted on: 02 February 2022

Fenergo and Trinity College Dublin have launched a new scholarship programme for students on the Trinity Access Programme (TAP). In partnership with TAP, this annual scholarship will help talented and ambitious leaving cert students whose educational journey has been limited.

The programme will empower these students to access higher education and progress to successful careers in business and technology. The scholarship will enable one student from an under-represented socio-economic group to study in Trinity each year, as well as providing them with mentoring opportunities in Fenergo.

Fenergo is an Irish fintech unicorn and the global leader in client lifecycle management, which aids in the fight against financial crime. Trinity Access Programmes (TAP) forms a key element of the social mission of Trinity and has a highly successful track record of working with schools, teachers, and communities to increase participation in third-level education by people from under-represented groups.

Aimee Cloake, previously at Presentation Secondary School Warrenmount, Co. Dublin, is the first recipient of this scholarship. She began studying at Trinity in September 2021 on the Trinity Access Young Adult Foundation Course. She said:

“This scholarship means everything to me as a first-generation college student. To have someone that is investing in me and my future is something that I thought was impossible. I am forever grateful for all the guidance and support from both Fenergo and TAP and I am grateful that I can now start my undergraduate degree.”

Craig Cahill and Ian Mc Loughlin from Fenergo, who are both graduates of the Trinity Access Programmes and Trinity College Dublin, set up the scholarship.

Craig Cahill said:

“It’s a very proud moment to see this initiative become a reality. Adapting to university can be tough, especially if you come from a disadvantaged background. I’m delighted that Fenergo will be able to provide resources and mentoring when Aimee needs them.”

Ian Mc Loughlin added:

“I feel very grateful and honoured to be in a position to help Aimee along her academic and professional journey, understanding that I was in the same position not that long ago.”

Dr Lisa Keane, Acting Director of Trinity Access, added:

“It is a very proud moment to see two former TAP students support another student treading the same path. This is a testament to their drive and ambition but also the legacy that access routes have created. The Trinity Access Programmes are incredibly grateful to Ian and Craig and all at Fenergo for this opportunity.”  

For more information about Trinity Access visit https://www.tcd.ie/trinityaccess/