A former Diploma in Civil Engineering student of INTI College Sarawak made the College proud when he was chosen to receive the Institute of Engineers (IEM) Sarawak Branch Best Students Award in the Diploma category (Private Colleges).

The recipient, Robin Wong, also a former student of St. Thomas School in Kuching, walked away with a certificate and RM200 in cash.

The bespectacled lad undertaking degree studies at the University of Western Australia disclosed: “All my credits were transferable.” Robin who described his university studies as “academically challenging” enjoys playing tennis and listening to music in his free time.

On the secret of his scoring an average of 75 percent in academics, Robin revealed that determination and the quality of study helped. “Paying attention in class is important and when there are problems, one has to be resourceful by conducting one’s own research and meeting with lecturers to resolve the problems.”

Robin pointed out the importance of sharing knowledge with one’s peers: “We usually have group assignments and try to complete the task. We brainstorm and discuss the issue at hand. This way we are able to share our knowledge and learn from one another.”

He found his lecturers helpful, caring and friendly. “My lecturers encourage me to work hard and are my source of inspiration. INTI College Sarawak has great facilities and the library has almost everything needed for my assignments and studies.”

Presently undergoing industrial training with a local engineering firm, Robin is poised to achieve his dream of being an engineer within the next decade.

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