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The United World College (UWC) represents a global educational movement dedicated to harnessing the power of education to foster unity among individuals, nations, and cultures, ultimately contributing to global peace and sustainability. With an international faculty and student body, there are 18 UWC campuses worldwide, including one situated in Pune, India.

The UWC experience is regarded as transformative, and its curriculum is remarkably flexible and internationally recognized. Despite the evident life-changing potential of a UWC education, the awareness of this unique system appears to be limited among students and parents in Kerala.

In this session, Ms Arpita Varghese, presently serving as a Gender and Humanitarian Action Analyst at UN Women, shares insights into her experiences as an alumna of UWC Mahindra College. Her discourse sheds light on the student life within the UWC framework and highlights the deep impact it has had on her personal and professional trajectory.

A distinguished Public Health Expert, shares her understanding of the challenges and triumphs associated with career breaks and reintegration into the professional sphere, particularly for women. Dr. Sukumaran, formerly an Assistant Director in the Animal Welfare Department, has undergone a remarkable career transformation. Following an interval accompanying her family abroad, she pursued her MBA and MPhil in Applied Economics, later successfully earning a doctorate in public health.

Presently serving as the Senior Global Health Security Agenda Advisor at USAID, Dr. Sukumaran's experiences provide valuable lessons for those considering or currently undergoing similar transitions in their career. Besides, her story highlights the strategic decision-making involved in redefining one's professional path and underscores the importance of continuous learning and skill development.

United World Colleges (UWC) has established 18 schools and colleges across four continents, providing a rigorous and transformative educational experience to over 10,500 students annually. Prospective students from India have the opportunity to apply to UWCs both within the country and abroad.

The UWC Committee of India is responsible for processing applications from Indian aspirants for UWCs, both domestic and international. Additionally, the committee plays a crucial role in determining financial assistance for selected candidates. Attend our informative session to learn about the admission criteria, application procedures, financial support, and other aspects of UWC education. This session is tailored for an academic audience, offering a comprehensive understanding of UWC's educational offerings and application processes.

Oxford and Cambridge, are towns that stand as iconic centres of learning, housing two of the most prestigious universities in the world. Attaining admission to either of these institutions is an aspirational goal for the brightest students worldwide.

Dr Nikita Hari, a Schlumberger Postdoctoral fellow and holder of a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Cambridge, shall be introducing us to the Oxbridge University system, the admission requirements, campus life, and post-academic pursuits.

Listen to Mr. Krishnanand Nair, a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) and the Director of Anand Immigration & Consulting Services. Mr. Nair will provide valuable information and expertise on how academic pursuits intertwine with immigration prospects in the Canadian context.

Dr. Jina Dcruz, a lead Health Scientist at the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), provides a comprehensive overview of career opportunities within the sphere of Public Health.

Possessing a Ph.D. in Behaviour Sciences, Dr. Dcruz is a distinguished alumna of the CDC Public Health Informatics Fellowship program. Her academic journey includes an undergraduate degree in Psychology, Economics, and Sociology from the University of Bangalore. Furthermore, she attained a postgraduate degree in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work from the esteemed Tata Institute of Social Sciences in Mumbai. Dr. Dcruz's wealth of expertise qualifies her to offer valuable insights into the field of Public Health.