Laurus Ryecroft Sixth Form student Cerys has been selected as a prize-winner in the nationally renowned Easter Essay Competition for the OxNet Science Programme.
This accolade recognises not only Cerys’ outstanding performance in the competition, but also her exemplary engagement and attitude throughout the OxNet seminar series.
As a result of her achievement, Cerys has been awarded the title of OxNet Exhibitioner – a prestigious honour that mirrors the status given to the highest-achieving undergraduates at Pembroke College Oxford in their first year of study.
OxNet is a ground-breaking educational Access initiative led by Pembroke College, a college within the University of Oxford.
Cerys’ winning entry was a compelling book review on ‘Ingredients: The Strange Chemistry of What We Put in Us and on Us’ by George Zaidan.
Reflecting on the experience, Cerys said:
“It’s been a great experience and I’m very grateful for the opportunity to be involved with OxNet. I’m really looking forward to the summer residential during Access Week.”
As part of her prize, Cerys will be presented with a certificate and invited to a winners’ celebration evening during Access Week. The evening will begin with ice cream at George & Danver and include a performance of Medea’s Fury, Minerva’s Mercy at Christ Church Cathedral, part of the Instruments of Time and Truth summer concert series. The event will be hosted by Dr Peter Claus, Director of OxNet, alongside members of Pembroke College’s Access and Outreach team.
Cerys will also be considered for the title of OxNet Scholar, the highest accolade awarded to one exceptional student per programme.
Mr Mansfield, Director of Laurus Ryecroft Sixth Form, commented:
“This is a phenomenal achievement by Cerys, as she was competing against some of the best science students in the country. Her success is a testament to her hard work and determination. We are incredibly proud of her.”
We’d like to congratulate Cerys on this remarkable accomplishment and look forward to her continued success.