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This belief has been a guiding principle throughout my academic journey. From being admitted to Nazarbayev Intellectual School in Kazakhstan to earning a full-tuition scholarship to study Economics at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, I have always valued learning as a tool for growth and change. Economics, in particular, fascinates me because it connects human behavior with financial systems and policy-making.
I am deeply grateful to Shaw College for its support and the opportunities it has provided me. Being awarded the Shaw College Scholarship and the Student Exemplary Award is an honor I carry with great pride. These recognitions are not just personal achievements but a reflection of the encouragement I’ve received from my family, teachers, and mentors. They inspire me to continue striving for excellence in both my academic pursuits and extracurricular activities.
A key moment in my learning journey was participating in the Zhas Hackathon, where my team and I developed an app, applying economic and financial principles, and were awarded the First Degree Diploma. Experiences like this, along with internships as a Data Analyst at the Astana International Finance Centre’s Tech Hub, have reinforced my belief that knowledge is most valuable when it is put into action.
In the past, I have also been involved in promoting environmental sustainability through roles such as Chapter Head of ThinkOcean CUHK and founder of Eco-Corner in Astana. These experiences were incredibly meaningful, as they allowed me to contribute to sustainability efforts and explore innovative solutions. Although I am no longer actively working in this area, the lessons I learned from those roles continue to shape my outlook on how economics can impact society through sustainability.
To my fellow Shaw students, I encourage you to embrace learning as a way to not only achieve personal success but also contribute meaningfully to society. With determination, curiosity, and a sense of purpose, we can create lasting change.