In just a few days, I’ll be trading the lecture halls at Waikato for the halls of the United Nations in
Geneva. It’s a chance to get a first-hand look at how things actually work behind the scenes and learn from people who are dedicated to a more sustainable world. Continue reading From Aotearoa to Geneva: My Journey to the Heart of Global Diplomacy
Going into my final year of study, I was interested in understanding how AI will impact my career in relation to the world, and how jobs are projected to change in the future. However, this scholarship has greatly exceeded my expectations, and I would like to share some highlights from the experience so far. Continue reading PMSA India Study Tour
Hey! I’m Shreeya Gupte, and I’ve just finished my second year of a Bachelor of Health, majoring in Biomedical Science and Computer Science at the University of Waikato. I’m incredibly grateful to have been awarded the New Zealand Prime Minister’s Scholarship for Asia (NZPMSA) Group Programme, hosted by IndoGenius. Continue reading Halfway Through My NZPMSA Journey: Learning, Culture, and Finding Community in India
I was born in Wales and educated in a Welsh medium until the age of 12, and an English medium in New Zealand until the age of 17. A key difference I noticed between Western and Indian primary and secondary education was student motivation. Continue reading Education in India
We are a week on from returning from India and it’s crazy to think that it was 50 days ago that our journey began. We left New Zealand as a group of 24 strangers, ready to explore India but we returned as a family, bonded through not only our joint experience but also our ambition for life! Continue reading 6 weeks later…
Georgia has complied this handy list of items to pack for a 6-week intensive tour of India, and showcases some of the accommodation she stayed in while travelling. Continue reading Dear Future Traveller – Part 2
I have had the privilege of spending the last six weeks in India, and here are my key takeaways to get the most out of this life-changing opportunity. Continue reading Dear Future Traveller – Part 1
I have now been back home for 3 days, and my most commonly asked question is – what was your favourite part of your trip? The first time I was asked this, I was stumped. After a long few minutes of awkward silence, I proceeded to reply, “Only one?” Continue reading He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.
As I reflect on the past six weeks, the power of human connection has been a key takeaway for me. From witnessing the genuine care displayed by strangers in India to immersing myself in community-driven initiatives, this journey has underscored the importance of human connection, compassion, growth, and reflection on a global scale. Continue reading Embracing the Power of Human Connection: Lessons from India
Wow! What a time, what an experience. Words will never be able to fully describe the rollercoaster of feelings that I experienced throughout the 6 weeks in India. Continue reading Learnings & What to Pack
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