Wewak: Grade 12 students of Nagum Adventist Secondary School joined other schools at the Grade 12 Career Expo 2025, hosted at Mercy Secondary School in Wewak, East Sepik Province, this week.
The event brought together universities, colleges, vocational institutions, and industries to give students direct information on study options, entry requirements, and career opportunities.
Principal Mr. Bruce Magiar, who submitted the update in a voice note, said the expo was important in preparing students for life after school.
• It exposed them to different fields such as education, health, business, agriculture, and public service.
• It connected them with tertiary institutions that explained GPA calculations, subject requirements, and scholarships.
• It provided mentorship through motivational talks and real-life career stories from professionals.
One of the key features was the Career Discovery Zone, where institutions set up booths for students to collect information and ask questions. Officials also explained the Department of Higher Education’s National Online Application System (NOAS), which Grade 12 students must now use when applying for tertiary studies.
According to Mr. Magiar, the expo helps students make meaningful choices and align their interests with real-world opportunities, instead of applying blindly and later struggling to find jobs.
He said such programs give students confidence and direction as they prepare for their future after Grade 12.
