Personal information and extra-curricular activities I am good at many fields and have been involved in various kinds of extra-curricular activities. I love to sing and I have been in chorus since third grade in elementary school. I am now in a special class for chorus in Taipei Municiple Zhongshan Girls High School and our chorus has won many awards in different competitions. Besides music, I have also been good at sports since elementary school, when I attended many running events and city wide competitions. Aside from activities in school, I had been a dancer for more than ten years until I decided to focus on the preparation for the Basic Examination for entering high school. I have tried different activities in various fields, which cultivates my ability to learn fast and the ambition to aim high. Aside from this, perseverance is one characteristic of mine. For example, I always go through the process carefully before getting into an experiment. If I find something unusual, I am so willing to spend time thinking and discussing with my friends until I get a reasonable result. I always want to be an international student because I believe that learning in different surroundings will offer me a chance to explore the world. In order to become one, I have been preparing myself for this upcoming challenge. Long years of studying and paying most of my attention to school work made me wonder whether it is worthwhile to spend so much time on textbooks and became curious about what it is like to study in another country. In 2011, I seized the opportunity provided by my senior high school and became an exchange student in the U.S. . I didn’t fit in perfectly in the beginning, but throughout my exchange year, I had learned to adapt m... ... middle of paper ... ...t myself study with and from the best. I believe this can maximize my potential and I will go all out to thrive in such a competitive university. Another reason I applied to HKU is that there are a variety of public lectures for students. I really wish to be there to attend the lectures. The lecture of Life and Medicine delivered by Professor Peter J Sadler is the one that appeals to me the most. Moreover, The University of Hong Kong encourages students to combine science with working or volunteering and teaches them to care for the world. I think this is an important lessons students must learn. With all the reasons mentioned above, I think that the University of Hong Kong is my best choice. With a strong desire of achieving my goal, I will do my best in the University of Hong Kong, so that I will make the best use of my knowledge to contribute to the society.
I have been tirelessly searching for the best university for me for a while now. One with superb facilities, and a beautiful campus. One that offers me top education, a conducive environment for learning, and a memorable experience. A university that helps me develop both spiritually and intellectually. A university that allows me to find myself, not just in the classroom, but also outside the classroom.
College Admissions Essay If someone asked me where I am going to be in ten years, this would be my answer. I have a great, high-paying job, and beautiful wife and family, and a nice sports car parked in front of my lovely house. When I look into the future, I see myself being successful and happy. Even though I always pictured myself this way, I never worried too much about how I would get there.
The fact that the university provides adaptations, resources, and opportunities, along with celebrating student and alumni success, shows that the school values unique interests and backgrounds. Additionally, through collaboratory efforts (e.g. The Annual Conference of World Affairs and the University of Colorado Boulder Brain Behavior Clinic) the university strives to build a progressive and inclusive environment. Moreover, Since the institution encourages their students to pursue a life of questioning, researching, learning, and creativity, I believe that University of Colorado will exceed my
American students have been such a question mark for the international students, their way of living and thinking is way different than any international student and this is noticeable. Students from all over the world notice a difficulty in dealing with the Americans and mentally understand them. Therefore, Rebekah Nathan argues that in her article “As Other See Us” and discusses the differences between the American and the international students. Moreover, she uses different evidence based on students from different backgrounds and cultures. Nathan goes over opinions and stories that happens with the international students in the US and what they think about these situation, which they considers weird in the eyes of the international students.
I am studying at Auckland International College (AIC), whose students come from many countries in the world, such as New Zealand, South Africa, America, Russian, China, Korea, etc. In this aspect, I believe that this life is similar to life at university because I, as well, have to communicate with people who have different nationalities and speak different languages. Nationality and language are factors that usually prevent a student from assimilating into a new environment. However, I think the experience at AIC can help me overcome these obstacles; and I, in turn, will support other international students. This is the way that I will contribute to life at Rice.
Becoming a UB graduate student is one more life goal that I have achieved, but a master degree cannot satisfy my eager for knowledge. My goal is to become a doctoral student then ultimately become a scholar who is able to contribute the progress of human being.
In the following next six to twelve months, as a student, my short-term goal is to take exchange program which I could study in a foreign country in my last semester. Exchange students from different countries with multi-cultural backgrounds come together to study, which is a big challenge for me to communicate and work as a team based on a good understanding each other.
Studying abroad is a dream for many people especially, who live in a country that has lacks education. It is possible that a dream realized for those who they want. However, it has many consequences, causing lack of livelihood to adapt to the different languages and cultures. Eva Hoffman, author of “Lost in Translation” wrote about her experience when she moved from Poland to Canada as a teenager. She felt as a “felt persona” when she merged with Canadians with different culture and language. Also, she felt as a woman who has two different figures, causing a lack of acclimatization. My own experience is similar Hoffman’s experience but, the most different thing that made me a little comfortable is trying to convince myself that
In recent years, Hong Kong education system has undergone a great change. In the past, students studied five-year junior secondary education, two-year senior secondary education and three-year tertiary education. Since school year 2009/10, secondary and tertiary education composed of three-year junior secondary education, three-year senior education and four-year tertiary education (3-3-4 Scheme). Apart from the academic structure of education system, new compulsory subjects like Liberal Studies was also introduced to facilitate independent thinking of students. The examples given above showed that the HKSAR government is working hard to change the education system from similar to the British system, to similar to the Chinese system. Given that Hong Kong’s education system changes from time to time, how will the sociologists see from these changes? The following essay is going to discuss the education system of Hong Kong based on the following three sociological perspective: the structural-functional approach, the social-conflict approach and the symbolic-interaction approach.
Firstly, is because I have two aunts who were graduates of the said university. They suggested that I should apply here since they had great time learning, trained by remarkable professors and skilled professional plus those university student supports are outstanding. Secondly, it is in the top three percent of the universities worldwide, one of the top 50 nursing schools, and is acknowledged by other institutions both locally and internationally; so I rest assured that the quality of education that I will be receiving is one-of-a-kind and will be special. Lastly, as I read and watch testimonies of not just the nursing graduates but other courses’ alumni, they are currently working their dream jobs and presently living their dream life thanks to this school, due to those reasons I can vision myself living the same way as them when I get accepted and graduate here in the
challenging education. It has been my long cherished dream to become a researcher and eventually come out as a good Computer Science engineer, equipped enough to contribute to the larger community. To gain expertise, I wish to undertake my graduate study at your prestigious University. I feel invigorated looking at the program offered at your university, the way it is taught and several research options provided that enable a student to gain knowledge on the program to its fullest. I am aware of the kind of dedication, perseverance and resolve I need to have for undertaking my graduate studies.
It is no secret that in recent years, the United States education system has been drastically compared to other leading countries such as China, Russia, and Europe. According to the USA Study Abroad program through the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of State, studying abroad gives you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the 21st century. (“Why Study Abroad?”, USA Study Abroad, 2016)
Relentless betterment has always been the motive of my life. The foremost requirement to attain this is knowledge and profound guidance. After the completion of my course under the guidance of your privileged university I am confident enough that I will take the path of constant growth.
My University is an educational institution which is widely recognized all over the world. It originated from Philippines and collaborates with PSBA (Philippine School of Business Administration). It has 2 branches in Jakarta which is located in Hayam Wuruk and the other one in Kelapa Gading. My University has been my first choice because I believe that it as the ability to provide me with quality education.
...ot of research, I opted this institute as my preference as it suites my technical personality. It will be a great opportunity to join your university and explore myself in a world of great opportunities at your university.