‘Jog on’, university tells the refugee scholarships critics

A UNIVERSITY has told critics to “jog on” after they questioned its plans to give scholarships to refugees.

Reading University explained that they had received negative feedback since announcing the scheme, which will see 14 refugees living in the local area offered scholarships.

In a tweet sent from its official account, the university addressed its critics, writing: “To these people, we would like to say: Tough. Jog on.”

The university said it stands by the post, despite complaints about the language, saying it is “proud and unapologetic to offer these scholarships”.

Responding to those who asked about scholarships for British students, the university said that bursaries are automatically offered to UK students from low-income families if they meet the criteria.

Professor Robert Van de Noort, Provice-chancellor at the university, said the scholarships are “another practical step to welcome and integrate all people into our communities” and “a welcome addition to our existing range of scholarships”.