Pioneering Achievement: Our first Alumni Roundtable Session

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Pioneering Achievement: Our first Alumni Roundtable Session

Last week, Studentize proudly hosted its first-ever Alumni Roundtable Session at Emirates International School, Jumeirah (EISJ) in Dubai. The event featured alumni from prestigious universities across the UK, US, and Canada, bringing valuable insights and advice to the Year 13 students.

The roundtable format allowed students to engage in candid conversations about the application process, scholarships, career prospects, and life at some of the world’s top universities.

Alumni from top Universties including Harvard, Imperial, Boston, Syracuse, UBC, Mcgill and Warwick shared their knowledge.

1. UK Session

In the UK session, alumni from Imperial College London, Warwick Engineering, and Warwick Business School (WBS) shared their experiences and walked students through the key stages of the UK application process:

  • UCAS Deadlines:

    • Alumni emphasized the importance of meeting deadlines and planning ahead.

  • Personal Statements & Teacher Recommendations:

    • Students gained tips on how to craft authentic personal statements that stand out.

  • Firm & Insurance Choices:

    • Students gained tips on how to craft authentic personal statements that stand out.

  • Career Prospects:

    • Alumni discussed the diverse career opportunities available in fields like Engineering, Computer Science, and Medicine, offering a glimpse into life after university.

2. USA/Canada Session

In the US/Canada session, alumni from Harvard, Boston University, UBC, Syracuse, and McGill delved into the unique aspects of applying to universities in North America:

  • Common App Essay:

    • Alumni offered strategies on how to write compelling essays that reflect personal growth and academic ambition.

  • Predicted Grades:

    • The importance of predicted grades, especially for students in the IB program, was highlighted, with a focus on balancing academics with application tasks.

  • Scholarships:

    • A standout moment was when a UBC alumnus shared their experience of securing a full-ride merit-based scholarship, inspiring students to aim high and explore all funding opportunities.

  • Managing Deadlines & Standardized Tests:

    • Alumni stressed the importance of time management, sharing practical advice on balancing SAT/ACT prep, essay writing, and school commitments.

3. An Overview of Studentize.

At the end of the session, our team briefed the high school students about Studentize. A platform where we believe that peer-to-peer mentorship is the key to unlocking student potential. Our platform connects you with current university students and recent alumni who offer personalized, real-world advice.

Whether you're looking for tailored advice, test-taking strategies, or essay help, our community of advisors is here to guide you every step of the way.

Mission-Driven Support:

Our goal is to democratize access to top-tier resources and mentorship, making university admissions less intimidating and more accessible to students worldwide.

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