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Oxford University named a scholarship after Margaret Thatcher.
Oxford University named a scholarship after Margaret Thatcher. Baroness Thatcher, former British Prime Minister, died last month. Many parties proposed to commemorate the first female prime minister in British history in different forms. Today, Iron Lady Thatcher's alma mater, Oxford University, has joined the ranks. British media reported that Oxford University will name a scholarship trust fund after Margaret Thatcher.

The trust fund is said to be for? Future leaders? But the target amount is as high as 1 100 million pounds, which is set up at Somerville College, Oxford University, where Mrs. Thatcher once left school. Its advisers include former British Prime Minister Tony Blair and former US President George W. Bush. The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage young people who have outstanding talents, can overcome various difficulties and win among many competitors, and give them the opportunity to study at Oxford University.

Starting from 20 15, 10 winners from all over the world will be awarded this scholarship every year, focusing on those young people who are born in poverty but work hard on their own.

In addition to Blair and George H.W. Bush, the advisers of the trust fund include Nancy, the wife of former US President Ronald Reagan, former US Secretary of State Kissinger and George W. Bush. Schultz, former Soviet President Gorbachev and former Canadian President maroni.

I hope the names of these famous consultants will help the college attract generous donors.

Some organizations said that although the donation target has not yet been determined, Somerville College hopes to raise 1 billion pounds of funds first, including the funds provided by the College itself.

Somerville College hopes that Baroness Thatcher Scholarships will be awarded from 20 15/ 16, a? Margaret. Thatcher Leadership Project? , arrange annual lectures, provide lectures and presentation skills, and hold seminars.