VIRTUAL TOUR
2019
4 MarFrom Zimbabwe to UCSI University,Kuala Lumpur
There is more to university life, than just acquiring a
degree or diploma. This is one of the places you get to
introduce yourself to the world independently and allow
yourself to be whoever you want to be.
degree or diploma. This is one of the places you get to
introduce yourself to the world independently and allow
yourself to be whoever you want to be.
Hey there….
I’m Mitchell Tendai Kangausaru, born and bred in Zimbabwe’s capital city,
Harare also referred to as Sunshine City of Southern Africa. My life has been
nothing other than the normal life of any other student. Education was taken
as a very serious thing as evidenced by the constant pressure we got from both
our parents and teachers to aim higher than our peers. Flying colors always
meant special privileges and it was always something to look forward to. That
kind of competitive society encouraged me to always push harder to go above
and beyond which explains why today I’m majoring in something I have always
wanted as a young kid, ENGINEERING. I’m undertaking my second year in
B.Eng. (Hons) in Chemical Engineering at UCSI University. Engineering is the
ultimate field for challenges and creativity, you learn skills you can apply
anywhere, not forgetting the great rewards and opportunities.
Moving to Malaysia.
When I first moved here, I was mesmerized by the beauty Kuala Lumpur has to
offer. Coming all the way from Zimbabwe to study abroad in a country I had never
visited before was quite daunting. I mean, I would be in a place where I wouldn’t
know anyone, surrounded by diverse races. At first I would get anxiety, but this was
set to be my life for the next four years. Now as a student at UCSI University I am
happy and grateful I decided to study here. However, a few ups and downs can’t afford to
disrupt or detract your study abroad experience. There are always ways to mitigate some snags:
offer. Coming all the way from Zimbabwe to study abroad in a country I had never
visited before was quite daunting. I mean, I would be in a place where I wouldn’t
know anyone, surrounded by diverse races. At first I would get anxiety, but this was
set to be my life for the next four years. Now as a student at UCSI University I am
happy and grateful I decided to study here. However, a few ups and downs can’t afford to
disrupt or detract your study abroad experience. There are always ways to mitigate some snags:
Homesickness.
Getting lost.
Staying motivated to attend classes.
Time zone annoyances.
Running low on cash.
Feeling like an outsider.
Getting lost.
Staying motivated to attend classes.
Time zone annoyances.
Running low on cash.
Feeling like an outsider.
Language or cross cultural barriers.
Not wanting to leave
What I love about being at UCSI.
Well, who would not be anxious about their experience in university? But trust me the feeling
will transform into the best experiences with time. UCSI has made me understand that home
is not just a place. It’s a blessing to call UCSI home and it’s honestly safe to say I cannot get
enough of Kuala Lumpur. Though it took me a while to adapt to the environment and all.
Whatever your experience and no matter what ups and downs there may be, university will
definitely shape you as a person and set you up for the big wide world. If you set your mind to
it, you really can achieve anything!
will transform into the best experiences with time. UCSI has made me understand that home
is not just a place. It’s a blessing to call UCSI home and it’s honestly safe to say I cannot get
enough of Kuala Lumpur. Though it took me a while to adapt to the environment and all.
Whatever your experience and no matter what ups and downs there may be, university will
definitely shape you as a person and set you up for the big wide world. If you set your mind to
it, you really can achieve anything!
Mitchell Tendai Kangausaru is a UCSI University Digital Content Student Ambassador. This article was first posted here: https://alittletoooafrican.blogspot.com/2019/03/from-zimbabwe-to-kuala-lumpur_2.html?m=1
