Diploma Programme (DP) graduate Ernest Ng on how creativity, action, service (CAS) continues to be part of his life long after the DP and inspires him to take on new challenges. This is his second story in our graduate voices series.
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Finding passion: Three unexpected lessons from eminent hoteliers
Each year we invite IB alumni to share their experiences, interests and advice with our global community in the graduate voices series. We welcome Diploma Programme (DP) graduate of Anglo-Chinese School (Independent), Klaus Tan to reflect on his passions.
Attitudes and arsenals
Diploma Programme (DP) graduate Eman Elraie on how to use your attitudes and skills to achieve your goals. This is her second story in our graduate voices series.
The third phase of volunteering
Diploma Programme (DP) graduate Xavier Bofill De Ros tells us about the impact of volunteering throughout life. This is his second story in our graduate voices series.
DP students take centre stage
Research congress gives students an opportunity to showcase their extended essays to the Vice President of the Philippines When IB Diploma Programme (DP) students complete their extended essay (EE), they are required to have a final concluding interview, known as a viva voce. But Xavier School in the Philippines decided to do something a little […]
Bilingual IB diploma offers tools for reviving forgotten history through biographies
Diploma Programme (DP) graduate Daniel Pedreira shares how the IB helped him hone his research and writing skills at Coral Gables Senior High School and put him on the track to become a published author. His second book An Instrument of Peace: The Full-Circled Life of Ambassador Guillermo Belt Ramírez, was released June 2019.
Alumni share their passion projects on Instagram
What are IB grads passionate about? These Diploma Programme (DP) grads share why they turned their interests into passion projects to help others. You can find more stories like this at @ibalumni on Instagram!
What is the IB diploma? Ten stories for parents and students new to the IB
The Diploma Programme (DP) is a two-year program that aims to challenge students aged 16-19 on an intellectual, emotional and ethical level while also providing them with the breadth and depth of knowledge of multiple subject areas. Learn more about the components of the DP program and see why it is a valued global curriculum.
What UK universities know about IB: Questions and answers about university applications
This post is part of a series in which admissions officers answer questions about International Baccalaureate (IB) student university applications.
Elevating local businesses: Q&A with Balloon Latam’s Sebastián Salinas
We are asking alumni about what inspired them to dedicate their careers to a social enterprise. Sebastián Salinas is an IB Diploma Programme (DP) graduate of Dunalastair in Chile who shares his journey with Balloon Latam in the Q&A below.
Digital methods for researching your English essay
Diploma Programme (DP) graduate Viola Wiegand offers valuable insights to help bring your extended essay research into the digital world. This is her second story in our graduate voices series.
Introducing global debates to local schools
Every year, IB Diploma Programme students at Lincoln Community School attend a conference as part of its Ghana Model United Nations (GHAMUN) programme. Students from LCS and other international schools in Ghana and West Africa have the opportunity to simulate UN-style debates, to help them learn about diplomacy, negotiation, international relations, and current global challenges.
How to keep your extended essay focused and manageable
Diploma Programme (DP) graduate Rya Buckley shares tips for making the extended essay writing process enjoyable and educational. This is her second story in our graduate voices series.
How fair is the university admissions process?
IB World magazine investigates what is being done to ensure all students have equal access to college.
Reflecting, learning and connecting
Diploma Programme (DP) graduate Vidish Parikh on the importance of reflecting on the learning process. This is his second story in our graduate voices series.