Gap Years: Taking Time off Study to Learn

Posted on June 5, 2006 by Tiara

A desire to travel, escape boredom, and take a much-needed break from studies. Do they sound like good reasons to take a year off from university? How about wanting an education that extends beyond the confines of the classroom, and craving for a taste of independence?
- Tan Shiow Chin, Gap Year Allure, The Star (Malaysia) [...]

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The Thrill’s Just Starting

Posted on February 18, 2006 by Tiara

So plenty has happened ever since I thought about that thrill in my toes. It seems that the thrill is just about to begin.
My round of interviews for the World Bank Essay Competiton has started, and I've received some pretty good responses. I even managed to talk to Bob and DeeAnn over Skype (add me, [...]

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