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7 months ago
I'm JudyJudith and I approve this message.
https://x.com/judyreinard/status/18.....86191041925142
After months of tough exams and nerve-wracking interviews, I’m beyond excited to share that I’ve been awarded a partial scholarship for my master’s degree at my alma mater, where I previously earned my bachelor's in International Relations. This is a huge step forward in my academic and career journey, and I couldn't be more grateful for the opportunity.
Starting Monday, February 17, 2025, I’ll officially begin my Master’s in International Relations. It’s going to be a lot more challenging than my undergrad, not just academically but also because I need to maintain a minimum 3.25 GPA each semester to keep my scholarship. On top of that, I’ll be dedicating at least 36 hours a week to university-related activities like classes, research, and discussions. Even though I graduated with a 3.66 GPA and 650 TOEFL in my bachelor’s, I know this is going to be a whole new level of difficulty—with heavier workloads, higher expectations, and much more in-depth analysis.
One big plus is that most of my classes will be online, so I won’t have to move to another city. While this gives me some flexibility, it also means I’ll have to be extra disciplined in managing my time. Without the structure of in-person classes, staying on top of assignments, research, and discussions will be entirely up to me. That said, my schedule is going to be packed, so I’ll be a lot less active online. Replies might take longer, and I’ve also made the tough decision to cut back on art commissions. As much as I love commissioning art, I know I need to prioritize my studies for now.
To fully commit to this next chapter, I’ve also resigned from my job—a really difficult decision, but one I felt was necessary. Balancing a full-time job with a demanding master’s program would have been overwhelming, and I didn’t want to risk burning out or jeopardizing my academic performance. Giving up financial stability is scary, but I see this as a short-term sacrifice for long-term career growth.
My ultimate goal with this degree is to boost my qualifications and make myself more competitive in the job market. I dream of working for international organizations and, more importantly, securing a role at Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Serving my country in a diplomatic or policy-making role has been a lifelong goal, and I’m determined to make it happen. Of course, I know the road ahead won’t be easy. My family has expressed concerns that my race and religion could be obstacles in securing a government position, and I won’t pretend systemic challenges don’t exist. But I refuse to let them stop me. I love my country, but not its government. My commitment is to my country, not to any particular administration, and I believe my skills, knowledge, and dedication should speak for themselves.
This journey is going to be intense—academically and personally—but I’m ready to take it on. To my friends, mentors, and loved ones: thank you for all your support. I appreciate you all more than you know. If I take longer to respond to messages, please bear with me. Wish me luck, and thanks for understanding.
After months of tough exams and nerve-wracking interviews, I’m beyond excited to share that I’ve been awarded a partial scholarship for my master’s degree at my alma mater, where I previously earned my bachelor's in International Relations. This is a huge step forward in my academic and career journey, and I couldn't be more grateful for the opportunity.
Starting Monday, February 17, 2025, I’ll officially begin my Master’s in International Relations. It’s going to be a lot more challenging than my undergrad, not just academically but also because I need to maintain a minimum 3.25 GPA each semester to keep my scholarship. On top of that, I’ll be dedicating at least 36 hours a week to university-related activities like classes, research, and discussions. Even though I graduated with a 3.66 GPA and 650 TOEFL in my bachelor’s, I know this is going to be a whole new level of difficulty—with heavier workloads, higher expectations, and much more in-depth analysis.
One big plus is that most of my classes will be online, so I won’t have to move to another city. While this gives me some flexibility, it also means I’ll have to be extra disciplined in managing my time. Without the structure of in-person classes, staying on top of assignments, research, and discussions will be entirely up to me. That said, my schedule is going to be packed, so I’ll be a lot less active online. Replies might take longer, and I’ve also made the tough decision to cut back on art commissions. As much as I love commissioning art, I know I need to prioritize my studies for now.
To fully commit to this next chapter, I’ve also resigned from my job—a really difficult decision, but one I felt was necessary. Balancing a full-time job with a demanding master’s program would have been overwhelming, and I didn’t want to risk burning out or jeopardizing my academic performance. Giving up financial stability is scary, but I see this as a short-term sacrifice for long-term career growth.
My ultimate goal with this degree is to boost my qualifications and make myself more competitive in the job market. I dream of working for international organizations and, more importantly, securing a role at Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Serving my country in a diplomatic or policy-making role has been a lifelong goal, and I’m determined to make it happen. Of course, I know the road ahead won’t be easy. My family has expressed concerns that my race and religion could be obstacles in securing a government position, and I won’t pretend systemic challenges don’t exist. But I refuse to let them stop me. I love my country, but not its government. My commitment is to my country, not to any particular administration, and I believe my skills, knowledge, and dedication should speak for themselves.
This journey is going to be intense—academically and personally—but I’m ready to take it on. To my friends, mentors, and loved ones: thank you for all your support. I appreciate you all more than you know. If I take longer to respond to messages, please bear with me. Wish me luck, and thanks for understanding.
Knowing what I do of you, I have no doubt that you'll be able to do this, as well as grow and benefit from it. Go get em!