Week of Nov 29 2021
Weekly Resource
Taking a mental health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable. Recovery is possible.
Internship Opportunity
If you are interested in graphic design, have some skills in this area and are in grades 11 or 12, take a look at an opportunity in Yangon to gain some experience.
University Resource
Guide to International University Admissions
This is a specific guide to universities across multiple countries. It gives essential information about the university systems and the best resources with which to use when researching.
University Visits/Events This Week
Admissions Decisions at Highly Competitive Universities
Description: Via Zoom, please join the ISY High School Counselor as he dives into the details of how highly selective universities consider making admissions decisions. Hear directly from admissions directors, consider real admissions data and participate in an insightful activity. Any parent and student within the ISY community is welcome to attend. Questions are welcome!
Date: Wednesday, December 1st
Time: 5:30 PM Myanmar time
Link: https://zoom.us/j/92373113380
Study in Singapore
Wednesday, December 1 6:30 – 7:30pm
Description:
https://tinyurl.com/studyinSG2022
By way of introduction, we are from the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) and Singapore Management University (SMU), and are members of the Council of International Schools (CIS).
“Explore Singapore Universities” virtual seminar for students and parents on the higher education options in Singapore.
Participants will have a chance to learn more about the education landscape and opportunities that students can look forward to in Singapore, including an introduction of exciting programs that are offered by SMU and SUTD.
There will also be breakout sessions where students and parents can interact with the admissions representatives from the different universities.
Benefits of Studying in Texas
Wednesday, December 1 7:30 – 8:30pm
University of the Incarnate Word, Stephen F. Austin State University, Houston Baptist University
https://uiw.zoom.us/my/uiw.international
Description of Presentation: Texas is one of the largest and most diverse states in the U.S. Forests, deserts, and coastlines provide plenty of opportunities to explore. Broaden your horizons with higher education at one of Texas's many esteemed institutions. Learn more about the opportunities that await you in Texas from three universities. Then hear more about programs and scholarships available at each institution.
UNSW Open House Day
Find out how UNSW Sydney can turn your future into career success at our International Open Day.
This is an opportunity not to be missed and an important step in your UNSW journey. You can meet and chat with your future teachers, our friendly staff and students, and learning everything you need to know about studying at UNSW next year.
December 4th - Register here.
Upcoming University Visits/Program
Study Engineering in the USA - Webinar
Register to learn about the Kansas University School of Engineering.
December 7th, 7:00 PM | Register
Studying at Bath University (UK)
Tuesday 7 December 2021 (6:30 pm)
Join some of our current international students to find out more about studying in the UK as a Bath student. Our students will be talking about their own experiences of coming to the UK and being a student at the University of Bath, and you’ll have the opportunity to ask any questions you have about the University, our accommodation, student life and more.
Other Sessions
Becoming a Medical Student, Being a Medical Student – Recording
All about the test optional policy at MIT
University of York in the UK
The university of York offers various sessions on different areas of studies, including business, economics, law and others. They also offer drop-in times to talk to someone from the international relations department.
You can find the schedule of all sessions here: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/international/meet-us/online/?dm_t=0,0,0,0,0