🎙️ In this episode of Beyond Borders, our co founder Jiahui sits down with Monica Pan, who is an undergraduate student studying Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (MBB) at Simon Fraser University (SFU).

Undergrad life is an adventure full of challenges and growth, and Monica shares their journey with honesty and insight.

Together, we discuss:

• Finding balance between academics, personal life, and extracurriculars.
• The challenges of adapting to new life as an international student at SFU.
• How Monica built a support network and found resources that made the transition smoother.

Whether you’re a science student, an international student, or someone seeking inspiration from a peer’s journey, this episode offers relatable stories and practical advice to help you navigate your path.

A Note on Privacy: Consent was received from Monica prior to sharing her story in this episode.

🎧 Tune in to learn more about Monica’s experiences, challenges, and successes as an undergraduate student, and don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes exploring the journeys of international students!

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