In university, this is the final and the most credible assessment of your worth (in Singapore's context). As a result, I devoted almost all my time to study. I essentially became what is known as a "nerd."
This mindless pursuit for academic recognition caused me to neglect my health, my personal development and also my ability to interact with people.
(Despite the sacrifices, the results does not justify the efforts put in. Sad.)
Taking this course highlighted the fact that my ability to interact with people has deterioated. Also, it has highlighted certain aspects of communication and interactions that I never knew before.
Thanks to this course (and to Ms Lim as well), I am able to interact and work with different people; people with vastly different backgrounds and personalities. I am able to understand better now, why people will react in a certain manner, as opposed to speculations on the reason for their actions. This will allow me to interact better with those around me as the art of interpersonal relationship is no longer a hit-or-miss affair.
Furthermore, I am now better equipped to handle interviews and presentations. These skills are essential skills to secure opportunities for a better future.
Lastly, I will like to once again express my thanks to Ms Lim and my friends in this module.
Thank you all so much for the wonderful experience and memories.
I sincerely wish that all of you will be successful and happy in the years to come.
Hi Berwyn,
ReplyDeletePersonally I did not feel that you were in anyway "nerdy" or having an inability to interact with people. To me, you were professional and composed whenever you speak and present! And you were very sporting as well!! (remember peer teaching? but acting fail!)
I guess the only way to do well in our academic pursuits is not to view them as pursuits but as part of our growth as a person. The cool thing about being in a university is that not everything is clear cut, which gives us room to question. Challenging our profs will definitely make our academic life much more interesting!
Thanks Calvin! I will keep that in mind. All the best for the coming examinations! =)
ReplyDeleteHi Berwyn,
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with Calvin, you known as a nerd? You look very professional to me, coming across as a confident and smart guy, the exact look of how a teacher looks like. :P
We are all on the same boat, chasing after the academic recognition and sometime feel that it is not worth our effort after looking at the result. However, it is the life of a typical Singaporean student I guess... Studying is our main focus for now so let's just work together and graduate with a smile :)
Congratulation on what you have took away from this course and I wish you all the best and success in your present studies and future job!