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About me
Growing up with a Chinese immigrant father and an Australian mother, my life has always been a blend of two cultures, shaping both my identity and ambitions. When I was young, my Chinese grandparents helped raise me, and from them, I gained a deep love for Chinese culture. Despite our closeness, linguistic and cultural differences created a barrier. After losing my grandfather during COVID, I became determined to strengthen my connection with my grandmother by learning more about the Chinese language and culture. I’m studying Mechatronics Engineering at Monash University, and my time with Monash Nova Rover, an engineering student team that builds Mars rovers, showed me how much I love hands-on engineering and problem-solving. Outside of study, I love playing bass, piano, and guitar, and sports like basketball, AFL, and volleyball. Through my studies and exchange, I hope to build a career that connects Australia and Asia, combining my passion for engineering and Chinese culture.
“Through my studies and exchange experience, I hope to deepen my understanding of Chinese language, culture, and the region’s technological innovation. The Westpac Scholarship gives me the opportunity to build connections and gain global perspectives that will help me contribute to stronger collaboration between Australia and Asia in the field of engineering and technology”
My passions
- Mechanical engineering and design
- Mechatronics engineering
- Robotics
- Machining and making things
- Chinese culture