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Cindy T.

As early as G9, Cindy was influenced by her good friend Sally and joined the school's basketball team. During daily training sessions, their coach led them through various tactical drills, which not only enhanced her physical fitness but also cultivated her ability to adapt quickly and think on her feet. Basketball taught her that on the court, one cannot be rigidly confined to a fixed pattern but must be flexible in cooperating with teammates based on different game situations and their individual strengths. This ability to adjust and collaborate swiftly within a team gradually became a part of her daily life.

In G10, Cindy embarked on her Duke of Edinburgh's Award expedition. Her first adventure was a two-day outdoor activity at Junping Mountain. As a novice, she acquired numerous practical survival skills during this journey, such as how to navigate using a traditional compass and how to start a fire in the wilderness. Additionally, she had the opportunity to observe various wild animals up close, which broadened her understanding of nature.

The following year, Cindy, leveraging the experience she had gained, took on the role of team leader for a three-day expedition at Moganshan. This experience significantly propelled her personal growth, as she was fully responsible for directing the team and ensuring the safety of every member. As the coordinator of the group, she deeply understood the importance of teamwork and learned how to communicate effectively and delegate tasks efficiently, maximizing the strengths of each team member.

Last year, Cindy traveled to Changcheng Primary School in southwestern Hunan to teach. Before setting foot on this land, she was filled with doubts about her teaching abilities, fearing that her lessons might bore the children. At first, the children seemed a bit shy and reserved, but as time passed, Cindy gradually noticed the barriers between them fading away. To her pleasant surprise, the students showed great enthusiasm and warmth towards her when she engaged with them wholeheartedly.

Together with the students, she designed many interesting handicrafts, such as decorating cloth bags with leaves, painting ocean scenes, and creating Christmas trees. In art class, she also incorporated elements of both Chinese and Western cultures, introducing landmarks like the Leaning Tower of Pisa, traditional shadow puppetry, and paper-cuttings. Cindy hoped that through these activities, the children would not only fall in love with handicrafts but also gain knowledge about different cultures. These novel and engaging creative methods ignited the children’s passion, and everyone participated actively. Seeing their smiling faces and the satisfying results of their work, Cindy felt incredibly happy.

In just a few short days, Cindy established a deep emotional connection with the children, making them feel valued and cared for. She cherished every moment spent with them. After the teaching trip ended and she returned home, she saw a post on a classmate’s social media: “I miss them,” accompanied by a group photo. At that moment, she truly realized that the time spent with the children had made a difference.

In her pursuit of academic excellence and personal growth, Cindy received comprehensive support from her school. This support extended beyond academic guidance to include resource provision, organizational coordination, and psychological encouragement. These multifaceted supports enabled her to maximize her potential and achieve outstanding results.

Cindy participated in the National Economics Challenge (NEC) for two consecutive years. This experience not only broadened her understanding of global economic issues but also enhanced her research and analytical skills. In the PRE division, she and her team investigated the disproportionate impact of climate change on impoverished countries. They discovered that despite these countries' minimal contribution to global carbon emissions, they are the most vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. In the DR division, she and her team further explored the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the labor market. Through data analysis, they found a positive correlation between AI usage and rising unemployment rates, and proposed corresponding policy recommendations.

During the summer of Grade 11, Cindy was selected for the summer program at Downing College, University of Cambridge, after a rigorous selection process. She delved into game theory, mastering key concepts such as the Nash Equilibrium and understanding its extensive applications in economics, especially in highly competitive market environments. Braess's Paradox particularly intrigued her. This paradox illustrates that adding a road can increase overall travel time, highlighting the complexity of applying economic theories in real-world scenarios.

While attending the summer program, Cindy wrote a paper titled "Can China Implement a Negative Growth Economic Strategy Domestically?" Starting from the global perspective of carbon emission reduction, she explored how China, as the world's second-largest carbon emitter, can balance economic health with environmental strategies. In her paper, she analyzed the potential impacts of a negative growth economic strategy on environmental protection, resource management, and sustainable development. She proposed solutions such as government-funded training programs to mitigate unemployment risks.

These experiences not only honed her independent learning abilities but also deepened her understanding of the integration of economic theory with real-world issues. Through her participation in competitions, academic programs, and research, Cindy has demonstrated a strong commitment to her academic interests and a growing capacity to tackle complex challenges.