One Degree Alumni Podcast Ep.11
Ep.11: Daniel K, an alumnus from 2014 (Newman Catholic College, London)
Welcome to the One Degree Alumni Podcast, where we share inspiring success stories of young people overcoming significant challenges.
Each episode highlights the incredible journeys of youth who, with the support of the One Degree mentoring program, have defied the odds to start to achieve their dreams. From conquering personal struggles to breaking barriers and reaching career heights, these stories will motivate and uplift you. Discover how ‘one degree of change can open a lifetime of possibilities.
Brought to you by the One Degree Youth Mentoring Programme.
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Here’s a summary of One Degree Alumni Stories Ep.11 featuring Daniel K., a 2014 alumnus from Newman Catholic College in London:
- Introduction: Daniel shares his experience with the One Degree program, which helped him improve his grades, particularly in English, after initially struggling with the subject.
- Support from One Degree: Daniel focused primarily on improving his English GCSE, as it was a subject he struggled with despite excelling in others. With the program’s help, he raised his grade from a C to a B, just two marks short of an A.
- Mentorship & Life Lessons: The program’s guest speakers and mentors from various professional backgrounds provided valuable insights into different career paths and personal development. Daniel especially appreciated learning how to proactively shape his own future and not settle for less.
- Post-School Journey: After completing his GCSEs, Daniel studied maths, physics, chemistry, and biology in sixth form. He later pursued chemical engineering at university, where he discovered his passion for mathematics.
- Career Development: Currently, Daniel works as an engineering lecturer and technician while also exploring the potential of AI in education. He emphasizes lifelong learning and the importance of constantly acquiring new knowledge.
- Advice for Students: Daniel encourages students to explore different career paths, consider alternatives like apprenticeships, and focus on learning rather than just exam results. He also highlights the value of balancing academics with hobbies for personal growth.