The Learning Curve
The Learning Curve podcast by Nord Anglia International School Al Khor dives into topics that resonate with today’s students, educators, and families. In each episode, special guests — ranging from industry experts and educators to community leaders and alumni — bring unique insights that connect learning with real-world experiences. The discussions aim to enrich perspectives, bridging classroom knowledge with life skills and, at the same time, encouraging a lifelong passion for discovery and growth.
The Learning Curve
Episode 7: Neurons & New Beginnings: A Journey from Al Khor to London
In this episode of “The Learning Curve,” we’re joined by Sarah Mendoza, a proud Class of 2024 graduate of Nord Anglia International School Al Khor (NAISAK) and a current Neuroscience student at Middlesex University London. Sarah shares her inspiring academic journey from Qatar to the UK, reflecting on the pivotal moments that shaped her passion for the brain and behavior.
Together, we explore how her time at NAISAK laid the foundation for her scientific curiosity, what it’s like to transition from an international school environment to university life abroad, and how she’s navigating the challenges and triumphs of studying Neuroscience in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
Tune in to discover what drives a young scientist-in-the-making to pursue the mysteries of the mind, how global education empowers students to dream big, and why curiosity, resilience, and purpose are the real keys to success in and beyond the classroom.