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Colleges calling
JUL 28 -
Admission open”, “Come join us!” “Best college in town!” These are just some of the headings on print ads covering a significant portion of newspapers these days. After the SLC results were published, it seems that every medium of communication has been flooded (just like the monsoon rain has flooded Kathmandu's streets) with advertisements from numerous colleges to attract students. Colleges of all sizes and qualities have made sure that they've made their presence known to the new flock of potential students. A cousin of mine who just completed her SLC was confused amidst all the chaos of where to study and what course
to follow amongst the clutter of various educational institutes.
As happens to everyone right after having crossed the so-called Iron Gate, I knew that she needed help in sorting through the confusion. Like every other concerned student, she was also trying to decide on choosing the right course and college for a successful career. With an exhausted look on her face she asked me, “Brother, I am not sure what to study and where as there are so many choices available, please help me out.” As always, I was determined to wipe the confusion and chaos out of her face and see her smile. First, I told her to calm down and take a deep breath. After she settled down, I told her that she was already on the right track as being concerned about her career was the first step in making a sound decision about her future. Then I told her to identify her area of interests that she feels can excel in instead of worrying about where to study. First and foremost, she needed to know what area she is good in, which will automatically make other decisions easier. With her interest in literature, I advised her to join the field of liberal arts or creative writing as it would be the most suitable course for her to pursue her dreams
of becoming a popular writer.
One common belief is that students should choose their course based on the score attained on the SLC. That is absolutely wrong. Someone scoring high marks might opt for a course in the humanities or arts instead of science if they are more interested in those fields. If some courses are not available in Nepal, opting for studying abroad can also be explored. There might be some parents who force their children to opt for certain courses despite their child's resistance. If they truly love their children though, it would be a shame to do such a thing
As for choosing the right educational institution, don't just go for the size of the print ad or the beauty of the building. Instead, explore your options and find a place that cares about your future as much as you do. I hope many confused students just like my cousin will be benefited by this and make the right decision for a prosperous future.
Posted on: 2010-07-29 08:09
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