Proserpine High’s Jasmine Gerlofsma stole the show at the 2024 QTIC Salute to Excellence Awards in Brisbane last week, clinching the prestigious, "Secondary Student of the Year Award – Tourism" on Monday night.
This award highlights her extraordinary talent and dedication to Queensland's vibrant tourism and hospitality sector, celebrated during an event that brought together the industry's brightest stars.
The Salute to Excellence Awards recognise exceptional secondary students, employers, schools and registered training organisations for their participation in and contribution to the tourism, food and beverage and cookery qualifications through VET in Schools (VETiS), and School Based Apprenticeships or Traineeships.
Jasmine is recognised for her dedication and enthusiasm for gaining knowledge and experience in the tourism industry.
During her course with local tour operator Red Cat Adventures, she has acquired numerous practical skills essential for her future career. Jasmine aspires to serve as a role model for women in both the boating and tourism sectors.
Jasmine said, “My vocational education through Red Cat Adventures has enabled me to get out on the water and be immersed in the natural environment, and seeing the variety of wildlife has ignited, in particular, my love of whales.”
“My future aspirations through the tourism industry are to be able to travel internationally and work towards my goal of becoming a Captain or Marine Biologist one day.
“I can gain various experiences, which may be challenging at times, but I can take these experiences with me throughout my life and career and pass those onto others.”
For 27 years, the annual awards program has championed exceptional secondary students studying tourism and hospitality, and celebrated the employers, teachers and trainers who support them.
Jasmine Gerlofsma receiving her award
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