Global Student Voices

How does a student from Malawi end up at one of America's top liberal arts colleges? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Coach Scott Martin sits down with David Manguluti, an African student and digital content creator now studying at Macalester College. David shares where his journey began, the people and moments that shaped it, and what it took to make the leap to a U.S. campus.David is the kind of global student GSV exists to celebrate. He isn't looking back on his journey; he's living it right now. If you're a student dreaming of studying abroad, or a parent wondering what's possible, this story is for you.Part 2 continues next week: GSV S3 E21.Join the Global Student Network (free): https://global-student-network.mn.co/share/skPOGhqIPROgQ1Xj?utm_source=manualAsk a question for a future episode: https://forms.gle/1Sd9BRsZvkjZ1PP48Learn more: https://www.theGlobalStudentSolutions.com

Are you guiding your child toward a career that fits family expectations, or one that fits who they are? In Part 2 of this conversation, Coach Scott Martin and Dr. Peter Sung Kyu Kim (biochemist turned educator, founder of Veribera and creator of FutureMap) explore how family tradition, especially in Korea, can limit a student's freedom of expression and career choice. They talk about why good parents still give career advice that backfires, and how families can trade pressure for real conversation.Start with Part 1: GSV S3 E18, "Stop Guessing About Your Child's Education."Join the Global Student Network (free): https://global-student-network.mn.co/share/skPOGhqIPROgQ1Xj?utm_source=manualAsk a question for a future episode: https://forms.gle/1Sd9BRsZvkjZ1PP48Connect with Dr. Kim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skpkim/Learn more: https://www.theGlobalStudentSolutions.com

Are you making education decisions for your child based on guesswork? In this episode of Global Student Voices, Coach Scott Martin talks with Dr. Peter Sung Kyu Kim, founder of Veribera and creator of FutureMap, about a scientific, data-driven approach to student learning and college planning.International families and globally mobile students face a confusing academic landscape: shifting admissions rules, endless test options, and advice that contradicts itself. Peter's path from musician to scientist to education innovator gave him an unusual lens on the problem. He shares a clear framework for using real data to understand how a student learns, where they're strong, and what their next step should be.In this episode:Why "guessing" costs families time, money, and opportunityHow FutureMap uses data to map a student's strengths and pathWhat a musician-turned-scientist sees that traditional education missesPractical steps parents can take this semester🌍 Keep the conversation going in the Global Student Network (GSN). Join free and connect with global students, parents, alumni, and school leaders from Africa, Southeast Asia, and around the world. Coach and Anjie are in the community and you can message them directly:https://global-student-network.mn.co/share/skPOGhqIPROgQ1Xj?utm_source=manual🎙 Have a question for a future episode of Global Student Voices or What's Next?https://forms.gle/1Sd9BRsZvkjZ1PP48Connect with Dr. Peter KimLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skpkim/Work with Global Student Solutions1:1 coaching with Coach Martin: [full cloudHQ link]MC³ (My Career and College Coach): https://www.theglobalstudentsolutions.com/MC3-Africa2.htmlInternational School Consulting: https://www.theglobalstudentsolutions.com/international-schoolsWebsite: https://www.theGlobalStudentSolutions.comGlobal Student Voices is produced by Global Student Solutions (GSS), helping global students, families, and international schools thrive.#GlobalStudents #InternationalEducation #CollegeAdmissions #TCK #InternationalSchools #EdTech #ParentingTips #FutureMap

Most students know they have questions about studying abroad. What they don’t know is that waiting to ask the right question is costing them the very opportunities they’re dreaming about.In this episode of the What’s Next series on Global Student Voices, Mitchell Barure from ALU talks with Coach Martin (25 years in international education, TCK raised in Tanzania and Kenya, author of six books on global student success) to unpack the blind spots that families most commonly miss — and the practical steps to address them before it’s too late.Topics Covered:• Why starting early is the single biggest advantage in international education planning.• What “full ride scholarship” really means — and the hidden costs that catch families off guard.• Language tests (IELTS/TOEFL): when you need them, when you don’t, and how to request a waiver.• SAT strategy for international students — including the free Khan Academy prep, College Board endorses.• Code switching, cultural adaptation, and Coach Martin’s recent article on the hidden energy cost of moving between cultures.• What to do when you’re overwhelmed by choices and don’t know where to start.GSS Resources:Submit your question for a future episode → https://forms.gle/1Sd9BRsZvkjZ1PP48International School Consulting → https://www.theglobalstudentsolutions.com/international-schoolsFull article → file:///C:/Users/Aiden%20Chin/Downloads/The%20Language%20Nobody%20Teaches%20%20-%20Code%20Switching.html#studyabroad #studyabroadforinternationalstudents #athleticscholarships #ieltswaiver #internationalschool #satpreparation #satprep #thirdculturekids #thirdculturekidcollegeadvice #globalstudentvoices #globaleducation #studyinusa #studyinafrica #podcast This video is brought to you by Global Student Solutions and My College Coach, and more information is available on the website at www.theGlobalStudentSolutions.com

Can an international student-athlete earn an athletic scholarship at a US or Canadian university — even if they’re not nationally ranked? The answer may surprise you.In this episode, Coach Martin welcomes back Lara Peco Fazanes, founder of GPAthletes and a specialist in helping global student-athletes find athletic scholarships and opportunities to study and play in the US and Canada. Lara herself came to the US on a tennis scholarship, and she has built a mission-driven practice dedicated to making sure every family has accurate information before they decide to pursue — or walk away from — this life-changing opportunity.Why athletic scholarships aren’t just for top-ranked athletes — and what coaches really look forThe real cost of a US university scholarship (and why it’s often more affordable than families think)How to assess whether your student-athlete is a candidate for US or Canadian programsWhy reaching out early makes a significant difference in scholarship valueWhat school leaders can do right now to open doors for their student-athletesGuest Resources:GPAthletes: https://www.gpathletes.com/Lara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lara-peco-fazanes-736282165/▸ GSS Membership NetworkVisit theglobalstudentsolutions.com and join today.Subscribe to Global Student Voices — and join the network of global students, parents, and school leaders shaping the next chapter of international education.#globalstudentvoices #podcast #internationalstudentathletes #ussports #schoolleadership #ncaascholarships #collegerecruiting #studyinusa #internationalexperience #internationalschool #tennisscholarship #internationalstudents #sports #lationamerica This video is brought to you by Global Student Solutions and My College Coach and more information is available on the website at www.theGlobalStudentSolutions.com