by kfi | Nov 27, 2024 | Announcements, South East Asian Regional Scholarship |
The SEAR Scholarship is presented annually to two deserving students from the Southeast Asian region, initially being granted to students of Burmese origin entering Grade 11 at KIS. These students are recognized for their exceptional personal character, outstanding academic achievements, and unwavering determination to overcome challenges. The scholarship seeks individuals who not only strive for personal success but also demonstrate a profound commitment to making a positive impact on their communities.
This scholarship has been initiated by KIS Alumna Ms. Maureen Aung-Thwin (’66) in loving memory of her mother, Margaret Aung-Thwin, a dedicated educator and former KIS faculty member. It embodies the spirit of perseverance, academic excellence, and commitment to community values that Mrs. Aung-Thwin exemplified throughout her life.
Margaret Aung-Thwin’s legacy as an educator and translator is deeply ingrained in the SEAR Scholarship. Her multifaceted career spanned various countries and cultures, reflecting a life dedicated to education and cultural exchange. She was the first of fourteen children born to John F. Hodgson and Naw Thet Po, and she pursued her education with a BA and B.Ed from Judson College in Rangoon and an M.A. from SUNY Cortland. A Fulbright Exchange Scholar, she taught in various international settings, including schools in Rangoon, Kodaikanal, and Cornell University, and led adult education programs for the Miccosukee Native American community in Florida. Her significant contribution to Burmese literature, particularly through her translation of Ma Ma Lay’s “Not Out of Hate,” highlights her dedication to bridging cultural divides through education.
This scholarship is not merely a financial grant; it is an invitation to join a community that values educational excellence, cultural understanding, and a commitment to improving the world. It is a tribute to the enduring impact of a remarkable educator and a testament to the power of education to change lives.
The scholarship will be granted to a female student entering KIS in Grade 11, and preference will be given to applicants with a family income that is not sufficient to cover all education-related expenses at KIS. The award will provide a scholarship of USD 10,000 to a Grade 11 student for each year of their study at KIS in the Diploma Program.
by kfi | Mar 8, 2024 | Announcements, In the Spotlight, Projects - current |
The SEAR Scholarship is presented annually to two deserving students from the Southeast Asian region, initially being granted to students of Burmese origin entering Grade 11 at KIS. These students are recognized for their exceptional personal character, outstanding academic achievements, and unwavering determination to overcome challenges. The scholarship seeks individuals who not only strive for personal success but also demonstrate a profound commitment to making a positive impact on their communities.
This scholarship has been initiated by KIS Alumna Ms. Maureen Aung-Thwin (’66) in loving memory of her mother, Margaret Aung-Thwin, a dedicated educator and former KIS faculty member. It embodies the spirit of perseverance, academic excellence, and commitment to community values that Mrs. Aung-Thwin exemplified throughout her life.
Margaret Aung-Thwin’s legacy as an educator and translator is deeply ingrained in the SEAR Scholarship. Her multifaceted career spanned various countries and cultures, reflecting a life dedicated to education and cultural exchange. She was the first of fourteen children born to John F. Hodgson and Naw Thet Po, and she pursued her education with a BA and B.Ed from Judson College in Rangoon and an M.A. from SUNY Cortland. A Fulbright Exchange Scholar, she taught in various international settings, including schools in Rangoon, Kodaikanal, and Cornell University, and led adult education programs for the Miccosukee Native American community in Florida. Her significant contribution to Burmese literature, particularly through her translation of Ma Ma Lay’s “Not Out of Hate,” highlights her dedication to bridging cultural divides through education.
This scholarship is not merely a financial grant; it is an invitation to join a community that values educational excellence, cultural understanding, and a commitment to improving the world. It is a tribute to the enduring impact of a remarkable educator and a testament to the power of education to change lives.
Criterion for granting the KIS SEAR Scholarship
- The scholarship will be granted to a Burmese origin residing in Myanmar or outside and is seeking an admission at KIS in grade 11.
- The applicant should demonstrate a strong financial need (i.e., family income that is not sufficient to cover all education-related expenses at KIS).
- Applicants should excel academically and exhibit outstanding personal character. The recipient will need to maintain a grade-point average (GPA) above 3.3.
- Applicants should exhibit determination and perseverance in the face of challenges and should possess a strong will to succeed.
- “Concern for Others” is a key KIS value. Applicant must not be involved in activity that affects the peace, decorum or democracy in their host country.
Amount Awarded
- This scholarship is a two-year grant covering full tuition and development fees for two students incoming in Grade 11 until graduation.
Support the SEAR Scholarship
Partially funded by the generosity of Ms. Maureen Aung-Thwin, this scholarship also relies on the collective support of KIS and the alumni community, including former students and friends of Margaret Aung-Thwin. Your contribution can make a significant difference in shaping the futures of these promising young individuals.
Contribute to this important scholarship by going to this link: https://www.kfi-us.org/donate-kfi/
If you are in India, you can also donate directly to KIS through their Website at https://www.kis.in/support/make-your-gift
by kfi | Oct 20, 2023 | Announcements, North America Alumni Events |
Kodai kids had a really lovely reunion in Edmonds Wa this September 10 -14. It was an eclectic group, with a nice assortment of “other years” joining the mainly ‘59 and ‘61 ers who organized it. SaraAnn Lockwood and Virginia Herlong we’re the chiefs, assisted by a number of locals who provided great support.
Our agenda was Different from traditional reunions in that we were at a hotel rather than a retreat center and our days were separated by the choices of activities offered. One group had a beautiful tour of Whidbey Island and others puttered around the marina and into the quaint town of Edmonds.
Both evenings were well planned. A KODAI Alum staffer showed slides and spoke to us of the impact the alumni are having on the school development. The second night, David Rugh from Woodstock ‘50’s era spoke of his research on whales. He joined in our Whale Cruise the next day, when we were treated to lengthy sightings of three wonderful species of Washingtonian whales .
Special for the ‘61 attendees was the fact that we came together 24 hrs earlier than others and were able to have a particularly meaningful time of personal sharing Sunday night. We especially delighted in several new attendees. The following day we gathered for a collectively created feast at Steve and Donnas beautiful home in Mukilteo.
Of all the reunions many of us have attended, this one reportedly was more intimate and satisfying for the connections, old and new, that became possible by the setting, the program and the participants who chose to come.
Shabash to all!
by kfi | Oct 5, 2023 | Announcements, In the Spotlight, Projects - current |
A prestigious Exhibition of extraordinary photographs by Ian Lockwood (class of 1988) will take place in Mumbai in November 2023. The proceeds from this project will go to the Center for Environment and Humanity.
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by kfi | Mar 30, 2023 | Announcements, North America Alumni Events |
by kfi | Apr 28, 2022 | Announcements, In the Spotlight |
Keep in Touch!
Kodai Friends International Website
Kodaikanal International School Website
KIS Alumni Association Facebook Page
KIS Archives: Page through Eucys through the years, find a new recipe
in the Highclerc Cookery Book, travel the world through Nora Mitchell’s
photos and journals
KIS Hiking Over the Decades: An Interactive Photo Timeline
– add your hiking story and/or pictures
Wish you could watch a virtual tour of what the school
looks like today?
Missed that Quad Talk on …?
Wonder how the 2020 KIS production of The Music Man
compares to the 1967 version?
All this and more can be seen on the KIS YouTube Channel
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