PUBLISHED SEPTEMBER 2020

Paving the way for earthquake resilience

Chasing dreams in Geology

Jade Humphrey’s journey from a passionate science student to a PhD candidate in earthquake research highlights the power of mentorship and opportunity. As the first in her family to attend university, Jade’s path was made possible by a First Foundation Scholarship from Spark New Zealand.

Connecting with the experts

Jade’s mentor, Dr. Julie Hall, not only guided her through university life but also connected her with leading scientists at NIWA and GNS. These early connections helped Jade confirm her career path and ease into her studies with confidence.

Building New Zealand’s resilience

Jade’s research focuses on understanding earthquake hazards to strengthen New Zealand’s resilience to natural disasters. The financial freedom provided by the scholarship allowed her to pursue this critical work without the stress of funding her education.

Discover Jade Humphrey’s full story and the broader impact of First Foundation alumni in our detailed Impact Report.