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Today, we interviewed Jeenaev (G11), who was invited as a Youth Delegate for the United Nations SDG summit in September. We speak to him about the coolest experience he had (meeting Natalie Portman), the differences between MUN and the UN, his own love for sustainable financing as a topic, and what he learned from the experience. Enjoy!

Shownotes:
SDG Action Weekend
5 takeaways from INFF events at the SDG Action Weekend
UN Sustainable Development Goals in spotlight at General Assembly
As leaders convene, the UN pushes toward its crucial global goals. But progress is lagging
The SDG Stimulus – a High Impact Initiative to deliver financing at scale to rescue the SDGs

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In this episode by Ears of East, we are joined by Alex Feinson, one of the UACs here at UWCSEA East, to discuss what exactly defines a ‘good’ college, and the pressure on high schoolers to go to these ‘good’ colleges. Listen to better understand the emphasis on college rankings, the role of parents in the college application process, and the factors that we should be considering when we find a college that’s a good fit for us.

Shownotes:
A ‘fit’ over rankings – why college engagement matters more than selectivity

Description:
In this episode of Ears of East, we discuss the upcoming and growing world of artificial intelligence in education. We speak with Mr Damian Bacchoo, the high school principal about the policies and guidelines our school has for AI as well as future plans that IB and our school have to work together with AI in order to benefit education. Mr Bacchoo provides valuable insight into the decisions made by teachers and educators on how to keep the use of AI moral and beneficial.

Show Notes:
AI and Academic Integrity at UWCSEA
European New School of Digital Technologies AI in Exam Policy
Why I’m Not Worried About My Students Using ChatGPT
Regulating ChatGPT and other Large Generative AI Models

Description:
Even in a world where many schools have (often predictable) missions, values and educational goals, UWC seems to take theirs unusually seriously. For one, few schools claim to be a “movement.” UWC commissioned a 300-page report from the Harvard Education Graduate school to evaluate its education, experience, mission and impact. We dig into UWC’s mission and interview Mr Alchin, head of UWCSEA, to discuss how the UWC’s claims, assertions and ambition interact with UWCSEA’s own. An important episode for all stakeholders of the UWCSEA community.

Shownotes:
Harvard Impact Study

Description:
In this episode of Ears of East, we discuss the 2022 Fifa World Cup held in Qatar – specifically, the several human rights abuses that took place in the process. From the treatment of foreign workers to the suppression of LGBTQ+ activism, we explore whether this event was a step back for human rights. We speak with Mr Sharry, who teaches human rights in CPERS and used to live in Qatar, providing valuable insight to our discussion. Listen to find out more about this controversial matter and feel free to continue the conversation in the comments below.

Show Notes:
World Cup 2022: How has Qatar treated foreign workers?
Qatar: Rights Abuses Stain FIFA World Cup
Qatar: Six things you need to know about the hosts of the 2022 FIFA World Cup

Description:
In this episode of Ears of East, we discuss Singapore’s continuous use of capital punishment for drug trafficking. Despite the opposition from the greater international community, Singapore continues to defy this global tendency to abolish it. This discussion will provide you with different perspectives and a case study of Nagaenthran Dharmalingam which is a manifestation of this issue. Listen to find out more about the implications of Singapore’s embracement of capital punishment for drug trafficking.

Shownotes:
Findings from Recent Studies on the Death Penalty in Singapore
Singapore: Abhorrent hangings must end as man with intellectual disability executed
Death penalty for drug trafficking is in Singaporeans’ interest: Shanmugam

Episode description:
Service at UWC is intense. We often hear about its benefits for our development, after all, there’s a reason it’s a core part of the UWC curriculum. A question less asked is whether service completely does “good” for the world, or whether the focus is instead on student learning. In short, is Service for us, or them?

We speak with Rick Hannah, head of Service and Sustainable Development at UWCSEA East, and discuss what service looks like and how we can navigate this balance of our development with global good.

Show notes:
The Moral Imperative Towards Cost-Effectiveness
80,000 hours
The world’s best charity can save a life for $3,337.06

Description:
In this episode of Ears of East, we discuss the recent policy introduced by UWCSEA to achieve sustainability in school trips. This discussion will give you unique perspectives from various stakeholders, including an interview with Ms Cathy Jones who is the current Head Campus. Listen to find out whether the implications of this policy hinders the importance of outdoor education, service and activities trips in exchange of incorporating sustainability to assist in realising the school’s mission and responsibility to the world we live in.

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In this episode of Ears of East, we explore the well-known and divisive public figure Andrew Tate and his impact on the youth of today. We look at how he rose through social media, why he became infamous, his de-platforming and what this ultimately means for the youth political balance. Listen to our takes on some of his controversial statements and feel free to leave your impressions in the comments below.

Shownotes:
Inside the violent, misogynistic world of TikTok’s new star, Andrew Tate

Description:
In this episode of Ears of East, we invite Mr Ball (Head of HS PE) to join us to discuss the role politics plays in sports. Not only do we delve into the impacts recent issues, like the Ukraine-Russia conflict, have on sport, but also the role athletes have in using their stage as a platform to express their views on political issues. Listen to find out for yourself if you think politics does have a role in sport, and whether it should continue this way or not.

Shownotes:
Ukraine crisis: Fifa and Uefa suspend all Russian clubs and national teams
Why Russian athletes are competing under the ROC at Olympics
Sacked Russian F1 driver Nikita Mazepin included on EU sanctions list
The politics behind Virat Kohli Vs BCCI – Why was the Captain sacked?
Marathoner Soh Rui Yong excluded from SEA Games line-up; says he will not appeal against decision
How a Quickly-Deleted Tweet About China Got Pretty Much Everyone Mad at the NBA
De Kock to join South Africa teammates in taking knee after issuing apology