Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarship

We are currently recruiting for next year's Enterprise Placement scholars. If you know a student at the University of Nottingham who might be interested in developing their own business and is eligible for the funding, please get in touch.

We were delighted to see Witty alumnus Emma Mallett speak at one of our recent University of Nottingham Winter Graduation ceremonies. Emma shared her journey to get to university, the lessons she has learned since graduating and the impact of having support to light your way, which we were pleased included the Witty Scholarship! We are proud of all our scholars and their achievements, but want to thank Emma for representing us with such a beautiful, honest speech to our alumni community. David Park, Simon Mosey, Hannah Noke, Emma Mallett, Gemma Firth, Janet Wallace The Ingenuity Lab - Haydn Green Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Nottingham University Business School https://lnkd.in/ecGY_nGB

The Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarship would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a peaceful and productive 2025. We have enjoyed engaging and working with you throughout 2024. Looking forward to sharing more inspirational student stories with you.

To commemorate #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek, we’re highlighting the inspiring story of Dr Monisha Gupta, a Medicine graduate and former Witty Scholar. As a medical student, Monisha led a campaign addressing the financial pressures faced by students in their final years of medical school. With backing from the University, her efforts resulted in policy changes that are now adopted by the BMA and medical schools nationwide. For this, the University of Nottingham awarded her the prestigious Vice-Chancellors medal. 💬 "The Witty Scholarship opened doors to opportunities and experiences I never imagined. It’s so much more than financial support—it’s a platform to unlock your potential and drive meaningful change." Read more about Monisha’s journey in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/guH_wpan You can read more about the Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarship and how we support students here: https://lnkd.in/g3DK9RuZ #WittyScholarship University of Nottingham

New job opportunity! We're looking for a Senior Operations Officer to support with the organisation and delivery of The Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarship, Ingenuity Impact, and Your Entrepreneurs Scheme (YES)

During her time at University of Nottingham, Rebecca Wallis Downham was selected for the prestigious Excel in Science internship, which gave her the opportunity to investigate the cystic fibrosis lung microbiome with the Whelan lab. This research led to her being awarded the Harry Smith Grant from the Microbiology Society. Additionally, Rebecca led the Enactus project Colouria, focusing on using microbes to enhance the sustainability of textile dyes. 💬 “The Witty Scholarship has been transformative for my personal development and for connecting with like-minded individuals. I received invaluable mentorship and even had the privilege of presenting to Sir Andrew Witty. The scholarship has funded opportunities, including research for sea turtle conservation in Cyprus, which has been fundamental in shaping my future career in biotechnology. It has truly helped me grow and explore my passions.” ➡️ You can read more about the Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarship and what we do here: https://lnkd.in/g3DK9RuZ #WittyScholarship #WittyEntrepreneurialScholarship #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

Shumile Chishty, a third-year medical student, founded Lincoln Medical School's first student-led conference on innovation. Additionally, Shumile established the Pre-Hospital Care and Emergency Medicine Society, offering invaluable hands-on learning opportunities. His successful YouTube channel showcases his medical journey, allowing him to connect with a broader audience, including professionals at Google health events. 💭 “The Witty Scholarship has transformed my university experience, enabling me to pursue ambitious projects, like launching a mental health journal business. It has broadened my horizons and expanded my network across various industries. My time as a Witty Scholar has truly bridged the gap between academia and the real world, empowering me to innovate and lead with confidence.” ➡️ You can read more about the Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarship and what we do here: https://lnkd.in/g3DK9RuZ #WittyScholarship #WittyEntrepreneurialScholarship #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

Come and hear from Witty Scholar alumnus Emma Mallett discussing careers in tech tomorrow on Teams - you don’t even have to go out in the rain!☔️

Florence Onabanjo, a medical student at the University of Nottingham, was awarded a Witty Scholarship in her first year. This opportunity opened doors for her to work as a Widening Participation Summer School Ambassador, where she inspired young people across the UK to pursue higher education. Additionally, Florence co-designed a community health initiative at a local secondary school, collaborating with academics and students. 💬 “My time as a Witty Scholar has connected me with courageous and innovative students and provided incredible support, including mentorship from experienced academics and valuable coaching sessions with Janet Wallace. Everyone has to start from somewhere, don’t be afraid to say yes to yourself!’” ➡️ You can read more about the Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarship and what we do here: https://lnkd.in/g3DK9RuZ #wittyscholarship #wittyentrepreneurialscholarship #entrepreneurship #universityofnottingham #uon

We had a great time at the Witty Scholar welcome event yesterday, meeting our newest cohort at the The Ingenuity Lab - Haydn Green Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.   We heard talks from Janet Wallace, our Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarships Manager, Hannah Noke, Associate Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Claire Mulholland, Director of Ingenuity Impact, who all shared valuable insights to help kickstart our scholars’ entrepreneurial journeys.   We’re looking forward to seeing what this group will achieve in the future! You can read more about the Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarship and what we do here: https://lnkd.in/g3DK9RuZ #WittyEntrepreneurialScholarship #WittyScholars #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #UniversityofNottingham