In this podcast episode, Skye, a Vietnamese student who studied in Australia and the UK, recently graduated and reflects on her journey. Graduation was a special moment for her, as it was the first proper graduation she had experienced. She felt proud and emotional seeing her parents' excitement. Skye spent a significant amount of her studying life outside of Vietnam, which allowed her to enjoy a more relaxed and social environment. However, when she started volunteering in a lab during her second year of university, she faced challenges in adapting to the academic and social dynamics. Despite the initial struggles, Skye persevered and gained valuable experience and confidence. She recorded conversations and listened to them repeatedly to improve her understanding. Skye's dedication and hard work paid off, as she received opportunities and valuable advice from her supervisors. Outside of her volunteer work, Skye still found time to have fun and enjoy her university life. In the second part of the conversation, the speaker discusses their experiences in their second year of university, including their focus on studying and lab work, as well as their involvement in various committees and societies. They reflect on the lack of work-life balance during that time and the importance of releasing energy and seeking confirmation. The speaker also shares their journey of applying for PhD and Masters programs, including the challenges and lessons learned from interviews. They discuss the impact of these experiences and their current plans for the future. In this conversation, Skye and Andrew discuss Skye's future plans and her decision to take a year out of university. Skye shares her desire to pursue a higher master's course and gain computer-related skills in bioinformatics. She also expresses her preference for a lively and warmer location, which has led her to consider moving down south. Skye's ability to adapt to unexpected changes and her carefree nature are highlighted throughout the conversation. She shares her experiences of stepping out of her comfort zone and the lessons she has learned along the way. Overall, Skye's greatest achievement is her willingness to take risks and embrace new opportunities.

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00:00 Introduction and Graduation 04:04 Studying Abroad and Challenges 07:57 Volunteering in the Lab 12:02 Recording and Reviewing Conversations 15:53 Balancing Academic and Social Life 20:24 Balancing Study and Lab Work in University 22:33 Lessons Learned from Applying for PhD and Masters Programs 29:20 The Challenges and Learning Opportunities of Interviews 33:08 Overcoming a Challenging Interview Experience 35:28 Reflecting on the Impact of Experiences 39:27 Current Plans for the Future 40:26 Exploring Future Plans 41:53 Gaining Computer-Related Skills 46:00 Embracing Change and Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone 50:00 Seeking Validation and Support in Decision-Making 53:09 Learning from Life's Experiences

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