August 15-2025
A Brave Step into Life at 15 in Canada
Şeyma Nur Adak, shares with Volkan Cerrahoğlu how moving to Canada at the age of 15 transformed her both academically and personally.

VOLKAN CERRAHOĞLU & SEYMA NUR ADAK
Şeyma Nur Adak, Vice President of the High School Ambassadors Alumni Association, shares with Volkan Cerrahoğlu how moving to Canada at the age of 15 transformed her both academically and personally.
In this inspiring conversation:
- - The transformative effect of stepping out of your comfort zone
- - What living with students from different countries teaches you
- - The advantages and challenges of the Turkish family structure
- - The importance of free course selection in the Canadian education system
- - Preparing for Turkey’s university entrance exam (YKS) after returning home
From coping with homesickness to gaining self-confidence, this episode offers valuable insights for every student and parent considering education abroad.