UniTea

Episode 11 (Pt. 2): Gap Year: An Alternative Take On It Captions: University Admissions Preparations, Attitude Towards Gap Years & Internships

“The first secret of getting what you want, is knowing what you want.” - Arthur D. Hlavaty In this episode, we discuss more about university admissions and contemplate an alternative approach and mindset towards gap years. Zhen Yuan also shares some tips and advice for juniors to consider when applying for universities overseas. Resources Mentioned: Smoking Advertising Campaign - https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torches_of_Freedom [https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torches_of_Freedom] Podcast Timestamps: 00:00 Tips For Juniors Going Through The IB System 02:10 University Admissions Preparations 04:31 Building Portfolio During Gap Year 07:48 Taking Up Internships? (And Where To Find Them) 14:43 Final Tips & Advice For Pre-U Internships 16:25 Summary And Attitude Towards Gap Year 20:04 CV UniBridge Telegram Community: https://t.me/uni_bridge_main [https://t.me/uni_bridge_main] UniBridge Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/unibridge_sg/ [https://www.instagram.com/unibridge_sg/] UniBridge LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unibridge-singapore [https://www.linkedin.com/company/unibridge-singapore]

Episode 11 (Pt. 1): Choosing Disciplines: On Keeping Open Minds And Staying On One’s Own Path

“There are times when delaying a decision has benefit. Often, allowing a set period of time to mull something over so your brain can work it through generates a thoughtful and effective decision.” - Nancy Morris Join us to learn more about keeping your options open with Zhen Yuan, a freshman at Oxford University who is currently studying Politics and History. In this episode, Zhen Yuan shares her reflections after facing a rejection from Oxford, what she did during her gap year, how she reapplied and was eventually accepted into Oxford. Resources mentioned: Zhen Yuan’s TODAY commentary piece - https://www.todayonline.com/commentary/winding-path-oxford-university-gap-year-growing [https://www.todayonline.com/commentary/winding-path-oxford-university-gap-year-growing] Podcast Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:42 How Did You Decide On Your Current Disciplines? 02:12 How Did You Realise Your Decision Was Based On Peer Pressure? 04:56 What Would You Have Done Differently? 07:54 After Getting Rejected, Did You Think Of Applying To Another University? 10:03 What Was Your Attitude And Mentality During The Initial Rejection? 11:57 Advice For Juniors 15:16 Choosing Universities 17:56 Tips For Juniors Going Through The IB System UniBridge Telegram Community: https://t.me/uni_bridge_main [https://t.me/uni_bridge_main] UniBridge Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/unibridge_sg/ [https://www.instagram.com/unibridge_sg/] UniBridge LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unibridge-singapore [https://www.linkedin.com/company/unibridge-singapore]

The "Burning Questions" Edition (Pt. 2) - w/Alvin (Project Access)

In Part 2 of this UniTea Episode, Alvin zones in on some of the key differences between US and UK universities. Often find yourself confused between the application processes for these top destinations? Fret not, as Alvin breaks them down and offers us valuable insight into how we can approach them confidently and efficiently! Podcast Timestamps 00:00 Resources Curated For Overseas Uni Applicants & Undergrads 01:47 Differences Between US & UK Universities 06:42 Rough Schedule For UCast Education 10:15 For US Applications, How Many Schools Should I Apply For? 13:16 Differences Between Type Of Interview Prep (UK & US) 17:02 Life Hacks & Ways To Stretch That Dollar Overseas 19:56 Summary UniBridge Telegram Community:https://t.me/uni_bridge_main [https://t.me/uni_bridge_main] UniBridge Instagram Page:https://www.instagram.com/unibridge_sg/ [https://www.instagram.com/unibridge_sg/] UniBridge LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/unibridge-singapore [https://www.linkedin.com/company/unibridge-singapore]

Changing Majors: Exploring One's Passions - w/Serena (Pt. 1)

“People who repeatedly find career success leave to broaden their perspective and understand that there are always several roads to getting where you want to go.” - Carla Harris Join us in this conversation with Serena, a junior at Washington University. As she shares about changing majors from history and archaeology to history and computer science, we learn what it means to remain open-minded and to be willing to challenge preconceived notions in order to find where our interests truly lie. She also shares useful tips regarding framing one’s university application and what studying in the US can be like! Podcast Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:00 Changing Majors 06:17 Framing Uni Applications 08:15 Application Essay Tips 10:55 Exploring One’s Interests In University 13:40 Student Life At Washington University 17:04 Academic Rigor UniBridge Telegram Community: https://t.me/uni_bridge_main [https://t.me/uni_bridge_main] UniBridge Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/unibridge_sg/ [https://www.instagram.com/unibridge_sg/] UniBridge LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unibridge-singapore [https://www.linkedin.com/company/unibridge-singapore]

Changing Majors: Exploring Passions - w/Serena (Pt. 2)

“I’m always trying new things and learning new things.” - Morgan Freeman With US universities, Serena notes a newfound sense of personal agency over one’s academic learning in contrast to that of Singapore’s and shares with us what it is like balancing her academic responsibilities with that of her extracurricular activities. Aside from that, she also details the founding of the WUSTL China Forum and discusses how her internships influenced her future career inclinations. Podcast Timestamps: 00:00 Academic Rigor 03:23 Student Organisations At Washington University 08:08 Starting A Club In Washington University 13:01 Internships And Career Choices UniBridge Telegram Community: https://t.me/uni_bridge_main [https://t.me/uni_bridge_main] UniBridge Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/unibridge_sg/ [https://www.instagram.com/unibridge_sg/] UniBridge LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unibridge-singapore [https://www.linkedin.com/company/unibridge-singapore]