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Are you
currently a student? If yes, where? Area of study:
Yes
Cégep Vanier College
Honours Health Science
Have you completed secondary
school? If yes, where?
Yes
I graduated from Vincent Massey Collegiate in Montreal, QC with
top honours.
Have you completed university/college?
If yes, where?
I am presently enrolled at Vanier College in the Honours Health
Science program, and plan to graduate this semester.
Languages spoken fluently
(please include your native language if English is not your native
language)
English
French
Italian
Mandarin
List any special training
you have had (music, art, drama, dance, etc).
I went to Saturday Italian School, Chinese School, take saxophone
lessons, and am enrolled in yoga.
In what sports, if any,
have you participated and how long have you participated in each
sport?
Soccer 7 years, Swimming 10 years, Yoga 1 year
Please list any schools and universities (public/private/graduate/trade
or technical) you have or are attending, as well as the area of
study, graduation date and any degree or certification you received.
Vincent Massey Collegiate - Graduated in 2006 with Highest Honours
and Student of the Year Award
Cégep Vanier College - Will Graduate in May 2009 with First
Class Honours DEC in Honours Health Science
What charity/charities
have you supported with your time and/or resources over past two
years?
I have supported Free the Children, Canada Breast Cancer Foundation,
Dans La Rue, World Wildlife Fund Canada, UNICEF Canada, Terry
Fox Foundation.
I have also organized awareness campaigns within my community
against discrimination and racial prejudice, as well as promoted
a healthy lifestyle and balanced learning on campus.
What would be your "dream
job" in life?
After having been blessed with a loving upbringing, a good
education, and a sound body and mind, I believe that others should
have equal opportunities and hope to further this goal. My dream
job would be to work as a doctor-without-borders, and to spread
kindness and raise awareness as an inspirational speaker.
Name one person, other
than your parents, who has had the most influence on your life?
Why?
Sally was an elderly woman I met while volunteering at a retirement
home and her impact on me was as sudden as it was inspiring. I
marvelled at her curiosity and flourishing interest despite her
age, and was inspired by her commitment to better the world around
her. Her determination, wonder, and optimism were contagious,
and she has greatly influenced the person I am today.
What is your proudest personal
accomplishment (other than being in this or any other beauty pageant
competition)
Daring to exceed your boundaries and having the courage to
try something new is an important step in my own personal accomplishment.
I am proud to have been able to better myself by daring to step
outside of my comfort zone. Whether I took on a large charity
project whose outcome was initially unclear, or set out to design
and make my sister a dress for her sweet sixteen, or entered myself
in a improvised public speaking competition, I survived and the
experience has made me a more resilient and well-informed individual.
What is your career ambition
and what are you doing or plan to do to accomplish that goal?
I intend to pursue medical school and become an Orthopedic
Surgeon. Volunteering at the orthopedic ward in a downtown hospital,
I saw people firsthand, whose movement had been restored through
operation. Their gratitude was unimaginable, and some who initially
couldn't walk, learned to run again. To see those who have encountered
difficulties makes me realize the joys of something as fundamental
as the gift of motion. I am working towards a Bachelors' in Biology:
Ecology, and then to medical school, all the while acing my honours'
courses and excelling in school. I am also continuing to improve
my language skills, and am always ready to learn.
Describe where you were
raised and what your childhood was like.
Growing up in the multicultural mélange of Montreal,
Quebec, richness of traditions and culture has flavoured my life.
Speaking four languages - English, French, Italian & Chinese
- has allowed me to reach out to different communities, propelling
me to become more dynamic.
At first I was worried about the stark contrast between my appearance
and culture, and that of other children around me, but I soon
learned to accept myself and embrace the differences which set
me apart from others.
My childhood was filled with adventures and expeditions with my
two younger siblings. Teamwork and cooperation made it possible
to venture into every crevice, and seek out every mystery we could
find. As the older sister, I lead the team and learnt the importance
of tolerance, sharing, and communication, through our numerous
escapades.
List any interesting or
unusual jobs you may have had.
It's amazing, that the experiences which have made the deepest
imprint on me are the undertakings where many obstacles have been
overcome. One such example was when I taught seniors basic computer
skills and typing. Initially it was demanding, and at times repetitive,
but through this experience I learnt the value of patience and
perseverance.
I was also involved with a project to teach Chinese children English
as second language through animated films. I lent my voice to
the star of the show Zoey, the animated penguin, and taught vocabulary
in both English and Chinese. Although it was an experience that
was entirely new to me and I faced many difficulties, I managed
to succeed through steadfast determination and by maintaining
a positive attitude.
List any volunteering you
have done.
-Volunteer at Retirement home: Visiting and reading to elderly,
organize birthday parties and activities, entertain with storytelling
and saxophone
-Student Council President: Opportunity to make a difference,
address the problems and voice the ideas of the student body.
-Peer Tutoring: Math, Physics, Science, English
-Volunteer Soccer Coach: Coordinate practices and competitions,
organize events and activities, and raise team spirit
-President of Math Club: Addressing the growing need for scientific
expression in the community
-Hospital Outpatient Ambassador
-"College Study Tips" Student Videos
-Volunteer at the Chinese Community Center
-Modeled/Advertised for several charity events
Where is the most interesting
place you have been?
I have been blessed with the opportunity to travel and explore
the world with my family, and I've seen many sites and wonders
which have amazed me; one particular site remains close to home,
in more than one way. The majestic Niagara Falls in Ontario, which
is shared between Canada and the United States, represent a symbolic
unity in my heart.
It is amazing to witness the thundering cascade, and recognize
that it is made up of the accumulation of single drops of water
working in the same direction. It dawned on me that however small
and insignificant we may feel at certain times in our lives, much
like that one little droplet of water, by working together we
could build something as majestic as a waterfall.
What makes you unique and
different from the other contestants?
My varied ethnic background has made me the ideal canvas for a
colourful character, where each culture brings a facet to my personality.
On the one hand, my traditional Asian principles teach me to be
respectful, polite and always ready to learn from others. Whereas,
my Italian counterpart allows me to be lively, impassioned and
competitive, and my fiery streak emerges. These contrasting characteristics
complement each other, and as a result I am a balanced, confident,
and determined individual. I will remain resilient in the face
of challenge, and when faced with difficulties be prepared to
rethink strategies and plans.
What is your philosophy
of/in life?
Embody the change that you wish to affect in the world. Rise up
to challenges and stay the course, no matter what obstacles you
may encounter. Savour every moment of life and stay focused on
the positive. At the end of it all, I hope to have bettered the
world for having passed through it!
What do you hope to be
doing in 10 years?
In 10 years I hope to have established myself as a doctor and
contributing back to society. I hope to have maintained a positive
outlook and remain grounded.
Is there anything
you would like to tell us about yourself? Something unique that
has happened to you? Some interesting thing about you?
I am a modern day Renaissance woman, in the respect that I have
extremely varied interests and enjoy doing an innumerable amount
of things. I could be speaking to a crowd, teaching young children,
or writing a poem and each would make me equally happy. I do enjoy
sciences and discovering the quantum world of physics and black
holes as much as I love playing the saxophone, designing clothes
for myself and others, cooking and writing. My curiosity is unquenchable
and I am forever learning.
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