The Power of Alumni: Sharing Unique Paths and Empowering Future Graduates
There is an undeniable power in the connection between alumni and current students. At SIS, we create opportunities for alumni to share their unique paths with secondary students at interactive events hosted on campus.
As former geckos return to visit family and friends, they are also invited to bring back valuable insights and experiences that can inform the decisions of current students. Whatever the paths that SIS students take upon graduation, including moving directly to further study or taking a gap year, alumni guidance holds special importance as students can see relate to these personal examples.
In December, three alum shared with our IBDP students and demonstrated how personalized the decision making process is to selecting the best fit moving forward.
Upon graduation, SIS students are presented with a plethora of excellent options. Many choose to pursue higher education, diving deeper into their chosen fields. However, the decision of which offer to accept becomes a crucial one. Factors such as financial considerations, scholarships, proximity to family, lifestyle preferences, and access to specialized programs all come into play. Each student must carefully evaluate these elements and determine the best fit for their aspirations.
Noah shared how he weighed up several options in his passport country of the US and decided on a state university to be near family and benefit financially, money he can put into a car, travel and perhaps a graduate degree when the time comes.
Iris chose to study in Singapore, a new destination for her and not her home country. The draw for her included the availability of a unique track in Real Estate as part of her Business degree.
Taking a gap year is also a popular choice among SIS graduates, for various reasons. For Morgan, utilizing this time to upgrade skills, enhance test scores, and deepen her Chinese language proficiency, she is gaining a broader perspective and a chance to explore various options before committing to a specific path.
We celebrate the stories and experiences shared by SIS alumni who demonstrate skill at navigating new challenges, pivoting to pursue goals, and connecting with family and friends for support. The interaction between alumni and current students is a powerful bond that fosters growth and empowers the next generation of graduates. SIS students have a range of exceptional paths available to them upon graduation. Hearing the diverse stories and experiences of alumni helps current students make informed decisions and prepares them for the challenges and choices they will face. By embracing the wisdom and guidance of those who have come before them, students can confidently shape their own unique paths towards success.
