Overcoming peer pressure
If you’re currently studying in a college or university, there may be times where you find yourself doing something you won’t normally do, in order to fit into a social…
Tag: university
Advantages of creating ‘Smart Campuses’
Digital Economy, Education, Newspaper Column
If you’re young, you’re more than likely to be digital savvy to the point that you’re often stereotyped as being restless without a Wi-Fi connection or if your smartphone is…
Conducting effective research during tertiary studies
Career Advice, Education, Newspaper Column
One thing new students are going to encounter when they enter college or university is the practice of researching for their assignments. Research at this stage extends beyond simply gathering…
What you need to know before leaving for university
If you completed secondary school last year, chances are you might be opting to further your studies. Be it a college, university or other tertiary institution, your decision to take…
Preparing Sarawak Students for the Workforce
Prof. Dato’ Abdul Hakim Juri, Vice Chancellor, University College of Technology Sarawak (UCTS), spoke with SarawakYES! on the sidelines of the World TVET Conference 2015 in Kuching about how to ensure…
Sarawak Swinburne Students Compete at Microsoft Imagine Cup
A team from Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak recently competed in the Microsoft Imagine Cup – an event for technology students – in Seattle, USA. Sarawakians were rightly proud of the team…
Developing leadership skills at university
Academic success at university can provide a strong platform to propel you onto your chosen career path. Employers looking to hire a graduate are naturally drawn to course results as…
How to choose a university major
Do you want to be an engineer? A psychologist? How about a doctor? Deciding what career path to follow is not always easy and can change numerous times before you…