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NameChaw Nandar
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What is your estimated income from the previous calendar year?Parents Income
Yearly Estimated Family Income or Personal Income:20000 to 34999
Academic Information
If you were educated in the US, did you graduate high school or obtain a high school equivalency (GED)?Outside US
What year did you graduate from high school or receive a high school equivalency?2020
Are you a currently in a Dual Enrollment program (such as a high school student taking community college courses)?No
First-Generation Status (this question is optional):First-Generation No
Community College:LaGuardia Community College
What is your student ID number at your community college?24268720
Community College Enrollment Status:Enrolled Full Time
Which semester do you expect to complete your required community college classes for your associate degree?At the end of the Spring 2024 term
Which semester do you plan to begin, start, or enroll at a four-year institution?Fall 2024 | Academic Year 2024-25
How many credits do you expect to complete at the end of the current term?45 to 60
Please share how many credits beyond 60 you will have at the end of the current term:
Grade Point Average:3.75-4.0
Are you enrolled in an honors program, college, or taking honors-level courses?Yes
What is your community college major?Civil Engineering
What is your intended major or field of study at a four-year institution?Engineering
I will transfer as a:No Response
Transfer-Related Information
Which Transfer Scholars Network partner institutions do you want to connect with?
  • Cornell
  • MIT
Transfer-Related Information
Before learning about TSN, what was your level of interest in transferring to any four-year institution?
1-Not Interested2-Limited Interest3-Somewhat Interested4-Interested5-Very Interested
Before learning about TSN, what was your level of awareness of the colleges and universities in the Transfer Scholars Network?
1-Not at all aware2-Slightly aware3-Somewhat aware4-Moderately aware5-Extremely aware
Currently, what level of interest do you have to transfer to a TSN four-year partner institution?
1-Not Interested2-Limited Interest3-Somewhat Interested4-Interested5-Very Interested
At this point in time, what do you think is the likelihood that you will apply to transfer to a four-year institution in the Transfer Scholars Network?
1-Not at all2-Slightly likely3-Somewhat likely4-Likely5-Very likely
What do you think are the most pressing challenges or barriers to successfully transferring to TSN four-year institution?
  • Affordability
  • Admissions Application
  • Financial Aid
  • Flexibility
  • Access Experiences
Please describe the challenge or barrier below.
What value are you hoping to receive by participating in the Transfer Scholars Network?
  • Transfer to 4Year
  • Navigate Admissions
  • Connect Admissions Staff
  • Webinars and Resources
Please describe other value you will receive from participating in the Transfer Scholars Network:
Additional Information
If you’d like, share any extracurricular activities, professional details, or personal experiences you would like TSN partners to know about you. Responses can be as brief or long as you’d like.

EDUCATION
LaGuardia Community College, Long Island City, NY Expected Graduation: 6/2024
Associate in Science, Civil Engineering
GPA 4.0, Phi Theta Kappa International Honors Society
Dean’s List Fall 2022, Spring 2023
Relevant Coursework: Precalculus, Calculus I, II & III, Engineering Lab I, C++ for Engineers, General Physics I, General Chemistry I & II
Awards: LaGuardia Foundation WAC Lighting Scholarship Fall 2023 – Spring 2024

EXPERIENCE
LaGuardia Community College, Long Island City, NY 7/2023 – Present
Student Success Mentor (SSM)
• Facilitate four First Year Seminar studio hours and guide students in ePortfolio-based assignments
• Collaborate closely with faculty to enhance the studio hour curriculum for about 80 students.
• Track attendance and progress of each student, providing detailed reports to First Year Seminar faculty
• Support students in navigating on campus resources and opportunities

BotFactory.Inc, Long Island City, NY 10/2023 – Present
Print Technician Intern
• Work closely with the team to assist in various aspects of PCB 3D printing
• Actively contribute to the research and development of new printing techniques and methods
• Develop problem solving and critical thinking skills through hands-on work such as 3D modelling and printing projects

LaGuardia Community College, Long Island City, NY 9/2023 – Present
Tutor at the Office of Accessibility
• Provide individual math and study skills tutoring sessions to students with disabilities to accommodate their unique needs
• Help students to understand course materials, including their syllabus and assignments and provide homework assistance to improve their academic performance

Success Prep Education Center, Elmhurst, NY 8/2022 – 8/2023
Academic Tutor
• Helped 10 students daily with their homework, explained math related concepts and provided academic support
• Created additional lesson plans, study materials and quizzes based on student’s specific needs
• Communicated with parents monthly to provide updates on students’ progress

VOLUNTEER & EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
LaGuardia Community College, Long Island City, NY 10/2023 - Present
Founder & President of International Students Club
• Establish a strong foundation for the club’s governance, and outline its purpose and mission statements
• Collaborate with mentors and advisors to gain support for the club’s growth
• Serve as a voice for international students, advocating for their needs and concerns

Teen’s Edu, Yangon, Myanmar 3/2022 – 5/2022
Volunteer Teacher
• Taught English to a group of 8 students, monitored class schedule and took attendance
• Monitored the classroom, enforced rules and supported the co-teacher

FOEIM, Yangon, Myanmar 1/2021 – 2/2022
Volunteer IT Assistant
• Prepared PowerPoint slides for video lessons and posted completed videos on YouTube
• Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new service opportunities

Supplemental Interest: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship
Have you heard or know about the Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship provided by the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation?Yes
Would you like to receive more information about the Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation?Yes
If you are interested in the Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, what would you like to learn about it?
  • Information
Please describe below:
Additional Question & Consent
What other resources can the Transfer Scholars Network provide to further support your transfer journey and educational goals?
Date CreatedNovember 17, 2023