Stories from the field

Author Kailey McCormack

Hi! My name is Kailey and I am a fifth year student studying biopsychology at UVic. I am heading to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to work as an intern at the Malaysian Social Research Institute (MSRI). I am excited to immerse myself in Malaysian culture and get involved with the education program at MSRI!

Kailey McCormack – Blog 5: Dear Future Intern

Dear Future Intern, I’m so excited for you and the journey you’re about to begin! If you are feeling nervous, or overwhelmed or maybe haven’t put much thought into leaving yet, don’t worry we’ve all been there. Somehow, I’m on… Continue Reading →

Kailey McCormack – Blog 4: Sowing Seeds of Resilience

In my first week as an intern, I was given my keys attached to a green lanyard with the words, “Sowing Seeds of Resilience” printed on it. Although I didn’t know it at the time this phrase has come to… Continue Reading →

Kailey McCormack – Blog 3: Life in Kuala Lumpur

I’ve been living in Kuala Lumpur for 4 months now and the days are flying by. In my last post I had been in Malaysia for 3 weeks and was still not fully convinced I would be working in KL… Continue Reading →

Kailey McCormack – Blog 2: Settling In

In late January, I stumbled across a UVic Instagram reel documenting Faaiza’s experience as an intern at MSRI. I knew then I had to apply to the program and I am so grateful I did. Little did I know 4… Continue Reading →

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