Dana Amolwan Na Thalang (Class of 2025)Ready to Take on the World of Medicine
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We’re so proud of Dana Amolwan Na Thalang, Class of 2025, who has received offers to study Medicine from some of the top universities in the world!
Dana has been offered places at:
University of Edinburgh
King’s College London
University of St. Andrews
University College Dublin CICM (Chulabhorn International College of Medicine, Thammasat University)
SWU-NOTT (Srinakharinwirot–Nottingham Joint Medical Programme)

Her interest in medicine started with biology class, but it was taking part in a human cadaver dissection and observing surgeons in action that truly inspired her.
“That’s when I knew for sure—this is what I want to do.”
Dana first started thinking about a medical career back in Year 8 or 9, but her path became clearer through work experience and the work she’s done with her non-profit, Little Lagoon.
She credits much of her journey to the support she’s received at Shrewsbury:
“My teachers, tutors, and HE counsellors were always there when I needed help. And my friends kept me going—through every deadline and late-night study session.”
So what’s Dana most excited about as she gets ready for university?
“Starting something new. Going somewhere I’ve never been. Meeting new people. And studying something I truly love.”
We’re so excited for Dana and can’t wait to see where her passion and dedication take her next.
Congratulations, Dana—you’ve made us all proud!
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