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Fremont Gurdwara holds seminar on higher education
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FREMONT: A path breaking seminar, focusing on the admissions process and financial aid opportunities for higher education institutions, held at Gurdwara Sahib, Fremont on November 17, 2007, provided a unique opportunity for the local community to learn about issues related to higher education and was designed to help families to plan for the future of their children.

This was the first such Educational Seminar where more than 250 families from various Bay Area cities participated, and both parents and children showed equal enthusiasm. Focus was laid on giving students the important tools and approaches to get ready for college and help families understand the opportunities available for funding their children’s education.

The seminar plan was conceived and implemented by young Sikh professionals and sponsored by Gurdwara Sahib with a view to encourage school students to pursue higher education.  Representatives of universities and colleges that shared college admission process with the participants included Santa Clara University; CSU East Bay Hayward; Stanford University; De Anza College; San Jose State University; Unitek Vocational College Fremont and University of California Berkeley. 

High school juniors and seniors were given information on how to select their major.  It was emphasized that students must choose their major according to their level of interest.

A panel of young professionals related their own college experiences and advised young Sikhs to pursue their passion while selecting their careers.  Positive feedback was received from participants who appreciated such a platform, where their concerns were addressed.  Parents also learnt about monitoring the grade of their children and the importance of open communication with teachers.  In addition, a mentorship program was announced wherein a mentor/volunteer will be assigned to each willing family, who will become their single point of contact to preparing them for college.  Based on the feedback received, similar seminars and SAT preparation classes shall be arranged in the future. For more information on future programs, pl contact:  (510) 299-7982 / (510) 557-3150.

21 November 2007
 

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