Wen Shao, a student from Birmingham, has been awarded a sponsorship to study a four-year Transport and Logistics degree at Aston University, funded by the RHA’s Benevolent Fund.
Wen Shao was successful following an interview for the role in November, after he impressed the Fund’s trustees with his passion for the industry and having previously held several warehousing jobs.
The sponsorship is an entirely new venture for the RHA’s charity and will provide individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds or underrepresented groups, who might otherwise find it difficult to join the sector, with the opportunity to gain the skills and experience needed to start their career.
RHA members will also have the chance to employ the learner, either on a one-year placement during the course or on a permanent basis following their graduation.
Jim French MBE, RHA Benevolent Fund Chairman, said: “I’m delighted that the Fund will be used to sponsor Wen’s education. He’s keen to learn everything he can about our industry and wants to further progress his career, so we hope this will give him an opportunity to do so.”
Dr Lucy Rackliff, SFHEA, Senior Lecturer in Transport and Head of Department for Engineering Systems and Supply Chain Management at Aston University, said: “We are very proud of Wen and look forward to seeing how the RHA’s generous support helps him as he develops his career. We are also very grateful to the RHA for offering this opportunity and look forward to continuing to work together in the future to promote the industry and the diverse and rewarding career options available.”
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