“Sekolah Ciputra contributed significantly to my development in several key areas: Critical Thinking, Time Management, Independent Study and English Proficiency.”
GISELA KEYLA MATHEA
GRADUATED: 2020
1. How long were you in Sekolah Ciputra? Starting from what grade until what grade?
I started at Sekolah Ciputra when I was about 3-4 years old in playgroup, and I continued until I graduated from high school at around 17-18 years old.
2. After graduating from Sekolah Ciputra, where do you study? What is your major?
I pursued a Double Degree: at Universitas Airlangga majoring in Indonesian Law under the International Undergraduate Program, and at Maastricht University majoring in European Law.
3. Can you please share your experience applying to university?
I applied to university through the independent selection program (jalur mandiri) at IUP Universitas Airlangga.
4. Please share your experiences and tips as the Best Graduate of Universitas Airlangga, especially taking double degree
Effective time management and planning are crucial to balancing studies at both universities and our personal lives. Having a good support system and study buddies is also important to make these challenging experiences more enjoyable.
5. What do you expect to do after graduating from university?
I plan to work for a while and then pursue a master’s degree in law. Currently, I am working at a law firm in Jakarta called SSEK.
6. In what way did Sekolah Ciputra contribute to who you are right now?
Sekolah Ciputra contributed significantly to my development in several key areas:
-Critical Thinking: The school’s emphasis on critical thinking helped shape the way I approach problems and make decisions.
-Time Management: The assignment-based tasks at Sekolah Ciputra made me accustomed to meeting deadlines, writing essays, and giving presentations.
-Independent Study: The individual study approach in the IB program taught me to study efficiently. This was especially beneficial at university, which takes a more hands-off approach. As a result, I was able to study independently with no issues and actively participate in discussions.
-English Proficiency: Using English as the main teaching language improved my language skills, giving me an advantage in my further studies.
7. What was the best thing about Sekolah Ciputra? Tell us something memorable from your time at Sekolah Ciputra
The friendships I made at Sekolah Ciputra are definitely the most memorable ones for me. I also joined the DBL Cheers team for four years, which was one of the highlights of my school days.
8. What advice would you give to a graduating student?
Always try your best in everything you do, and don’t be afraid to take on and explore every opportunity that comes your way.
9. Would you recommend Sekolah Ciputra to others? If yes, what would you say about it?
I would definitely recommend Sekolah Ciputra to others as the school truly prepares you for future success. Sekolah Ciputra has significantly contributed to my achievements and is an integral part of my life for which I am always grateful.
10. What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
I enjoy baking, cooking, going for walks, and watching movies.
