By Dr Melissa Shamini
SEGAMAT, Johor – The BEYOND team — an initiative by the Church of the Sacred Heart that offers sessions for young adults on diverse social and current glocal issues — recently brought together students, working adults, and parents for an enriching session on Higher Education & Career Pathways.
The event featured insightful talks and open conversations with professionals from a broad range of fields, including medicine, law, IT, hospitality, education, finance, and allied health.
From opening insights by Assoc. Prof. Dr Pauline Leong on media and higher education, to eye-opening reflections from medical doctor and licensed counsellor, Dr Deborah Vasanthi on the realities of medicine and mental health, a fascinating sharing by Chef Krishnan from EQ Hotel and a candid legal career overview by Advocate Emma Morgan – participants were treated to a dynamic afternoon of learning, sharing, and networking.
Participants even travelled from as far as Melaka to attend, and many expressed gratitude for the rare opportunity to speak oneon- one with industry experts. One student shared that the event was very eye-opening and provided an understanding on the real working world. A parent who attended expressed that they too, learned a lot about the different fields of study and work. The event concluded with personal reflections, an interactive Q&A session, and meaningful conversations that left attendees inspired and informed.
A huge thank you to all our speakers, volunteers, and participants for making this event a success. Stay tuned for more sessions from BEYOND as we continue empowering individuals to be informed, aware of the world around them, and equipped to make thoughtful, values-driven decisions about their futures! – Herald Malaysia
