Ms. Joanne Elvy, Director, International Student Outreach of Algoma University counseled many eager Bangladeshi students in the CUAC Dhaka office and spoke to them regarding study opportunities in the University located in Sault Ste Marie of Ontario province of Canada. She was busy meeting students from well known institutions in Dhaka such as HURDCO International School, Mastermind School, Oxford International School, and Manarat International School and discuss about Canadian education system.

Joanne Elvy with students in Dhaka Office

Saint Mary’s University’s Recruitment Officer Ms. Jenny Calder happily met Bangladeshi students in the CUAC Dhaka office and counseled them regarding study opportunities in the University, one of the oldest universities in Canada, located in city of Halifax of Nova Scotia province. She met students from well known institutions in Dhaka such as Manarat International School, North South University (NSU) and many more.

Ms. Jenny Calder, Recruitment Officer of Saint Mary’s University, counselling a student in Dhaka

Director of International Education of Confederation College Ms. Miriam Wall counseled students in CUAC Dhaka office on 10th and 11th April, 2013. She was happy to meet with students from many popular institutions, such as American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB), BRAC University, East West University (EWU) and Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, to discuss about studying in Canada, specifically about diploma and post graduation certificate programs in Confederation College.

Miriam Wall with a student in the Dhaka Office

CUAC Director Mr. Mel Broitman was delighted to present about study opportunities in Canada before enthusiastic and bright students of Sea Breeze International School and Sir John Wilson School in Dhaka on 11th March 2013.

Mel Broitman at Sea Breeze Int. School

Mel Broitman at Sir Wilson School

Mel Broitman counseling a H.S.C. student with GPA 5.00 from Rajuk Uttara Model College on Sunday 10th March in CUAC Dhaka office. More students from different schools and universities such as Oxford International School, Mastermind School, SFX Greenherald International School, Scholastica School, American International University – Bangladesh (AIUB), North South University (NSU), Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), BRAC University, etc. attended the counseling session.

See photos below:

Maisha Tasnim Islam, student of International School, Dhaka (ISD) applying to UVic for Bachelor of Science program

Rafath Mahmud, O - A level student of Maple Leaf International School, Dhaka, registering online after counselling. He applied to UVic’s B.Eng program following the counselling.

This line encourages me every single time I read it. It’s very true that with hard work, self-confidence and of course, with perfect and sharp aim, we can definitely attain our goals.

According to me, if we are moving on the right path and in the directions of our dreams, then one day we will surely meet success, unexpectedly. The same happened to me.
When I reached Canada and started my life here, I never thought of doing a job so early. I thought it will take some time for me to adjust in the new environment and besides that I have to focus on my studies as well. But somewhere in my heart, I knew that one of my dreams on the steps of success was to give my ‘first salary’ in the hands of my parents. I wanted that dream to come true as soon as possible. This urge in myself of fulfilling this dream changed my mind. I applied for three jobs and they all were on campus. All of them were of my interest. After submitting my resume I didn’t feel anything, I mean a kind of nervousness and anxiety for the results.

Two weeks passed since I submitted my resum and frankly speaking, I didn’t even remember that I had applied for some jobs. Then I received a mail from a University Professor and she called me for an interview, if I was still interested in the job opportunity. It was an interview for the position of ‘Research Assistant’ in the Management Department of the University. For me, it was really unexpected and a ray of hope to fulfill one of my dream was lightened. I was really happy at that time and first of all, I told this news to my parents. They were feeling good and they supported me and asked me to not be nervous for the interview. Then I decided that it doesn’t matter if I get the job or not, but, what really matters to me is that I have reached this point in my life. If by chance I didn’t get the job I will not get upset, rather I will take this as an positive experience of my life.

The next day it was my interview. As it was the first interview in my life I was a little nervous. I don’t know how but I managed that situation and entered in the room of the interviewee. My interview got started and I answered all the questions very frequently and with confidence. There was nothing like nervousness in my mind at that time and I was very comfortable and confident during the whole interview. I gave my best and my Professor was also impressed with me and said that she will contact me by next Tuesday. But actually, it was difficult for me to wait so long for the result.

As my interview session was good, there was a little hope in my heart that I will get the job. On Tuesday, I waited for whole day and in the evening I received a mail from the professor stating the Good News. She had given me the opportunity to work with them as a Research Assistant. It was the happiest moment and firstly, I thanked God to be there every time for me and then I called up my parents and told them this news. They were really very happy and were proud of me. I felt that it was the first step of my career. Its really difficult to get this kind of job so early here. But I did that and I can’t express my feelings, that how happy I was! It was possible just because of the support and wishes of my friends and families. It was the result of God’s blessings. And I realized that our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to fulfill them.

I have been appointed as a Research Assistant. My work is to assist two of my professors in a study. This is actually a kind of replicate study of an American research about the importance of having Business Ethics courses in the undergraduate curriculum of Business Schools in America. Now we are comparing this research here with Canadian Business Schools. It’s a very interesting job so far. It’s been one week I started the research about the Canadian Universities and I realized that this job will help me in many ways. It will help to enhance my research and practical skills, and to develop a professional personality of myself. And of course, by having a job I can satisfy my monetary needs and can also save some for the future. This will help me to be self-dependant and it will make me understand the value of money and how to manage it.
From my experience of getting a job here as a student I can say I truly believe that if you think you can, you can! All you need is confidence, hard work, wishes and support of your loved ones.

Sobey School of Business is at Saint Mary’s and is a very popular business school in Canada. My experience here with the business courses is really good. Professors make us understand the facts and figures very perfectly and deeply. I didn’t find the study too hard here, but it’ss only if the student is really interested to grab things, otherwise it could be moredifficult. I am really happy being here as I am sure that this kind of university will help me in forming a strong base for my future.

The past two months was the time in which I have learned many things. I have learned how to manage my life like when and what things I need to do and what not, how to manage my time as I have to focus on my studies and other things as well. Now, i came to know that how a person can be self-dependant and how he can face the situations which came across. Living abroad as a student helps a person to know what actually life is.And even, seeing different lifestyles is amazing and sometimes it changes my mind by start making myself more appreciating what I have or what I do. I guess, all this is helping me to become more mature and grow incredibly. Sometimes, I feel alone as I am far away from my family and friends and that’s natural. But what I learned from this is that I am away from them to do something good and great for them. And, in this kind of moment my parents and friends supported me in the right way. As I am very emotional sometimes so gradually I am learning to have a emotional balance in my life and I know I will do that.

When I came here I never thought to do a job, as I felt that I should take some time to adjust here first and focus on my studies as well. But just a few days ago I randomly applied for an on-campus job and I got an interview call. I couldn’t even believe that it happened. Then I went for the first interview of my life and it was fantastic! I was feeling good that my first interview was really good. Then I decided that it doesn’t matter if I get the job or not, what matters most to me is that I have reached to this level and I have performed well in the interview. Fortunately, after few days I got a mail stating that I was accepted for the position of ‘Research Assistant’ in the Management department. That day was the happiest day ever! It was unexpected and I told the news to my parents and they were very happy and feeling proud of me. Then I realized that it was the next step of my career. I am going to make full use of this great opportunity. I think if someone has the qualities and potentials, a particular job needs, then he or she can easily get a job here. The person needs to be focused in the right way.

At last, I would suggest to other students to also to try to have this great opportunity in life. Studying abroad is the best opportunity for young people to get to know new cultures, religions and people.  I strongly recommend students to go abroad for a positive development, as it will make you a better person and will also open so many doors for your future. Make this your life time experience. Just do it and you will love it.

I hope that this will be one of the most academically, personally and culturally enriched experiences of my life. I am really thankful to God and all other people who supported me for this path. Specially, I am again thankful to CUAC staff who spent their time for me and I again appreciate all of the services provided by them. I am going to make this opportunity of my life the most remarkable and memorable.