Being caught in a global pandemic which is compounded by racial tensions in the United States of America has been the cause of anxiety, uncertainty, fear and stress among international students. Being a Malaysian and a fresh graduate in the States, Jowei Yek, 21, whose passion is advocating diversity, inclusion and equity has persevered through …
According to the World Health Organisation, one in four of us will experience mental health problems at some point in our lives1. Having said that, there has been a significant spike in treating individuals with mental health concerns and more efforts are being taken in various communities. But, with the stresses and uncertainty of the …
There is always a silver lining in every situation. While the employment market may look bleak at the moment, INTI International University & Colleges’ alumni, Lucas Yeoh, Munishvaraan Jayabalan, and Brian Ng are currently ahead of the game at their respective career pathways. Lucas Yeoh, a Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Finance programme graduate from …
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As the government eases restrictions on indoor sports and non-contact training for athletes participating in sports and competitions during the RMCO, many athletes are still left to train within the compounds of their own home. Rachel, Chun Chen and Aggie Cheah, each share their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. Chun Chen, a Certificate in Business …
Despite reports of cleaner waters and clearer skies as a result of global lockdowns1, experts worldwide are voicing their concerns over the long-term impact the COVID-19 pandemic will have on an already looming crisis – climate change2. To address this concern, universities worldwide, along with the help of their students, have committed to creating sustainable …
The cancellation or deferment of internship programmes globally due to economic and business uncertainty has left higher education students worried about their ability to complete their studies and graduate this year. This crisis is expected to wipe out 7.2 per cent of working hours in Asia and the Pacific, which will impact an equivalent of …
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced countries worldwide to take measures to protect human life, save economies and ensure that education systems are continuously functioning to enable students to learn remotely. Education institutions in particular, have experienced a vast disruption to their processes as close to 90% of all primary, secondary and tertiary students around the …
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As the coronavirus pandemic rapidly sweeps across the world, a survey shows one-third of Americans (33%) have experienced high levels of psychological distress at some point during the extended lockdown period . This scenario and stress were amplified for international students, including Heertana Selvam, 23, an undergraduate of the Actuarial Science degree programme at the …
As Malaysians abroad and students living in local universities continue to try and return home, many tertiary students have safely arrived home and are adapting well, thanks to the Ministry of Higher Education’s (MOHE) IPT Pulang initiative. Tilaagan, a student from INTI Subang, shared that he missed his family during the MCO and was relieved …
While some students would prefer to study in a university close to home, others find it exciting to pack up their bags for a destination some 15,000km away, giving up the familiarity and ease of being in their own country for independence and adventure. INTI International College Subang alumnus Muhammad Hasif Ausamah Darwish with his …