Week of Feb 14 2022
Here is the link to last week's presentation on University Admissions USA
If you would like to contact either of the seniors who joined us:
Steven 22mins@isyedu.org
Sammy 22tins@isyedu.org
Events This Week
There is a new website that contains notices of upcoming webinars from universities in the United States: https://www.uniwebinarsearch.com/search
Feel free to browse what is offered and attend those that seem interesting to you.
UK and Ireland Presentation
A-G will offer a presentation on Wednesday, Feb 16th at 5:30 pm Myanmar time that will cover the details of applying to universities in the UK and Ireland. From how to search for universities, what is needed to apply, how to determine your chances of getting accepted and pointers to keep in mind, you will have a good grasp of what you need to do to successfully apply. There will also be an activity that demonstrates how your application might be a good fit for universities.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/94093784357
Student Virtual Fair (East & SE Asia) – Friday, February 18th, 2022, 11pm-1am EST/8pm-10pm PST, (Saturday, February 19th, 2022, 10:30am-12:30pm (Myanmar)) register here: https://aeotour.com/students/
Events Upcoming
Canada Presentation
A-G will offer a presentation on Wednesday, Feb 23rd at 5:30 pm Myanmar time that will cover the details of applying to universities in Canada. From how to search for universities, what is needed to apply, how to determine your chances of getting accepted and pointers to keep in mind, you will have a good grasp of what you need to do to successfully apply.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/94093784357
Week of Virtual School Visits & Public Fair (East & SE Asia) – Monday, March 13th – Saturday, March 19th, 2022 (Schedule a college fair exclusively for your school!)
Student Virtual Fair (East & SE Asia) – Saturday, March 19th, 2022, 10pm-12am EDT/7pm-9pm PDT, (Sunday, March 20th, 2022, 8:30am-10:30am (Myanmar))
Student Virtual Fair (East & SE Asia) – Thursday, April 21, 2022, 7am-9am EDT/4am-6am PDT, (Thursday, April 21, 2022, 5:30pm-7:30pm (Myanmar))
For more information:
Students and parents can learn more & register here: https://aeotour.com/students/
Counseling Corner
There is a counseling center in Myanmar called Counseling Corner and they are offering their services in unique ways. See below.
Every Tuesday at 7 pm, Counselling Corner is broadcasting a Live session presented by one of our counsellors in Myanmar language. Topics are changing every week and there is time to ask your own question directly to the counsellor. Last week we spoke about Toxic shame (have a look here: Facebook). Topics for February are:
Tuesday 1 February: Understanding PTSD & CPTSD for self and loved ones by counsellor Marlo – have a look here if you missed it
Tuesday 15 February: Trauma Memories and Flashbacks by counsellor Yu Mar Thinn
Tuesday 22 February: Emotional Trauma by counsellor Nora
Tuesday 1 March: The shadow of childhood Trauma by counsellor Julia Moenge San
Every Wednesday (6 pm) and Saturday (6 pm), Counselling Corner organises FREE emotional workshops talking about the same topic. Attention; you will need to sign up for the free workshop so make sure to follow our Facebook page.
Scholarship Opportunity
Do you want to change the world? There is a $500,000 scholarship for you. Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, has committed $1 billion to equip brilliant youth with the resources and support needed to address humanity's most pressing problems. The Rise scholarship program is the result. Each year, Rise selects 100 winners to receive a lifelong scholarship that includes up to $500,000 in scholarships (for university and beyond) as well as mentorship and access to career development opportunities.
Want to apply? You are eligible if you are born between July 2, 2004 and July 1, 2007. Here is the process:
Step 1: Rise uses a smartphone application to select students for this scholarship program. Click this link (https://gethelloorg.page.link/wDwx) on a mobile device and download the HelloWorld application. Create a profile by 22 December. Everyone who creates a profile gains access to workshops and trainings that will help you become a future leader.
Step 2: Create and submit a project by 16 February, 2022. Want ideas? Rise's website says: "You could develop a new product, software service, or business; build a social or political movement; write a body of research; create a piece of music, art, performance, or film; or anything else." Submit your project and do a few final tasks.
Step 3: Rise selects finalists and winners.
Click here to download the app and begin the process: https://gethelloorg.page.link/wDwx. If you do not have access to a smartphone to apply via the app, you can apply here (and please mention Mēto as the way you learned about the opportunity).
We are very excited to announce that on December 18th, our office will organize a webinar about RU’s MEXT fully funded scholarship with a MEXT scholar guest speaker Ms. Tran Vi Khanh. Since MEXT scholarship has always been a hot topic for Myanmar students, it would be terrific if you can spread the words to your students about this webinar.
I have attached more information and the event’s registration link down below.
Please kindly check it out and if you have any inquiry or comments please let us know