in today's session, we revisited making our personal statements. however, this time, we learned how to edit and proofread, tailoring each essays into each universities. we learned that a personal statement must follow the following format:
(archived from 25 January 2024)
in today's session, we received a brochure from Woosong University, the university from last week's session. after that, we expressed our concerns regarding our involvement with school activities this quarter, such as pramuka, cca, ssc, and celebratory events (except graduation).
afterward, some of us focused on SNBT (Seleksi Nasional Berdasarkan Tes) registrations, someone else focused on A-Levels, and some others stayed in the room. Dr. Capri shared a document with us where we could put the universities and programs we wanted to go to/take.
(archived from 18 January 2024)
in today's session, we get to meet two representatives from Woosong University. before that, let me introduce what Woosong University is.
Woosong University was founded in 1954 in Daejeon, South Korea. this university offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, including business administration, data science, management, culinary arts, etc. thanks to the international curriculum it uses, Woosong University has become one of the top universities in South Korea, placing 2nd among 184 domestic universities.
however, the university is looking for international students because South Korea is facing a population crisis, where the population count of the country decreases each year due to the lack of young people wanting to marry and have children, prioritizing their careers before family. therefore, the university is also offering full-ride scholarships for top applicants.
after the presentation, some students asked questions about the university, including a specific degree, athletic scholarships, and quota.
(archived from 11 January 2024)
in today's session, we started by reflecting on what we did on our last semester break before graduating. some people spend their holiday alone, others spend their holiday together with their friends by going to the gym, running 8km, and volunteering for church. i fall under one of those people who spend their holiday alone because i have a lot of things to do, especially moving houses.
after hearing everyone's reflections, Dr. Capri enlightened us about education in New Zealand, student life, and the benefits of studying there. She also told us about her amazing children who all went there for their studies and new lives, with the oldest son buying a car at 25. She hoped her sons are able to encourage us to dream high and not hinder our capabilities.
