In an effort to continue providing tools and resources for students to better equip themselves in their pursuit of higher education, McDonald\u2019s partners with Clara C, singer and songwriter, and Jessica Qu, RMHC\/ASIA scholarship recipient, to allow students to speak face-to-face with the inspiring guests at the upcoming McDonald\u2019s Education Workshop. The workshops will be held at:<\/p>\n
Saturday, September 27 – Chodae Church (119 Rockland Ave., Northvale, NJ 07647)
\nSunday, September 28 – Flushing Town Hall (137-35 Northern Boulevard, Flushing, NY 11354)<\/p>\n
\u201cWe continue to receive positive feedback from students and parents alike who attended these Education Workshops across the country,\u201d said Vivian Chen, Director of Ethnic Marketing, McDonald\u2019s USA. \u201cStudents find inspirations from the guest speakers and we hope to continue to be that resource to encourage Asian-American students to realize their potential and recognize their endless possibilities.\u201d<\/p>\n
The 2014 McDonald\u2019s Distinguished Speaker Series include Aditi Kinkhabwala, Arden Cho, Clara C, the Fung Brothers, Hyun Huh and Nina Davuluri who will tour the various workshops throughout the country. The diverse panel celebrates achievements from Asian Pacific American individuals working in unique fields. McDonald\u2019s recognizes that each student is gifted differently and encourages students to pursue their passion and strive for success. In addition, McDonald\u2019s new Scholar Speaker Series brings in former scholarship recipients to share with the audience their experiences and tips on the scholarship application process, college life and career aspirations. <\/p>\n
The interactive game at the McDonald\u2019s booth engages students in a memorable way to learn about the six critical criteria in college admission. In addition to the commonly-known criteria of grades, test scores and class rank, students should not overlook the importance of recommendations, extracurricular involvement and demonstrated interest to the desired school. Students will also have a chance to speak with representatives from various colleges and obtain scholarship information.<\/p>\n
McDonald\u2019s is a founding member of APIASF (Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund) and provides scholarships specifically for Asian-Americans through RMHC\u00ae\/ASIA. Applications will be available early fall, 2014, at www.rmhc.org. <\/p>\n
“I always fantasize about a world in which everyone pursues their passion,\u201d said Clara C. \u201cI can’t help but feel like everything would improve if everyone did what they loved! I’m so happy to be part of a workshop that will encourage this.” <\/p>\n
“I am incredibly honored to be part of the McDonald’s family and supporting its efforts to give back to the community,\u201d said Jessica Qu. \u201cAs the first person in my family to apply to and attend college, I understand how difficult and terrifying the journey can be. I hope students and their families will take advantage of this wonderful resource and learning opportunity.”
\nJoin the McDonald\u2019s Education Workshop conversation on and follow the education workshops using #MyInspirasian. A complete McDonald\u2019s Education Workshop schedule and success tips from McDonald\u2019s guest speakers can be found at http:\/\/bit.ly\/wkshop14. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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