人物介绍 PROFILE
屈小博
Leo Qu
Enter WUIS form G2,and stay for 11years
IB 43（Total 45）
Activities
* Million Volunteers Program
* Winter Bazar
* Summer Bazar
* Basketball School Team
* Immunology Research
Awards
* British Biology Olympiad (BBO) Global Silver Award
* Global Silver Medal in the International Biology Olympiad (IBO Challenge)
* UKChO Global Silver Award
Offers
The University of Hong Kong
University College London
King's College London
If I had to use one word to describe my years at WUIS, it would be growth.
As a child, I was never the student who naturally stood out. I did not enjoy being the center of attention, nor was I comfortable expressing my thoughts in front of others. Most of the time, I was content to sit quietly in class, listen carefully to my teachers, and focus on my own work.
Back then, I never imagined that one day I would willingly step onto a stage and speak in front of an audience. Nor did I expect that I would participate in academic competitions, public speaking events, and various school activities.
Yet all of those changes began at WUIS.
The teachers here always seemed able to recognize qualities in their students before the students could see them themselves.
They encouraged me to take on new challenges, reassured me when I hesitated, and celebrated even my smallest achievements. Those seemingly simple words of encouragement gradually gave me the confidence to step outside my comfort zone.
From academic competitions to public speaking contests, from classroom presentations to extracurricular activities, I began challenging myself in ways I never had before.
At first, I was nervous. I worried about making mistakes and not performing well enough. However, as I gained more experience, I realized that growth comes not from achieving perfect results, but from having the courage to try.
Every time I stepped onto a stage, shared my ideas, or collaborated with others, I became more confident. These experiences strengthened not only my communication skills but also my ability to think critically, solve problems, and work effectively with different people.
Looking back, what I gained was far more valuable than awards or achievements. Most importantly, I learned to believe in myself.
At WUIS, the teachers gave me much more than knowledge.
For many students, teachers here are not simply teachers—they are mentors, friends, and trusted supporters.
They chat with us after class, joke with us, and take the time to listen when we are struggling or feeling uncertain. Whether the challenge involves academics, relationships, or concerns about the future, there is always a teacher willing to offer guidance and support.
To me, the warmest part of WUIS has never been its facilities or academic resources. It is the people.
It is the fact that there are teachers who genuinely care about their students. They notice your efforts, care about your well-being, and celebrate your progress as if it were their own.
Because of this community, school has always felt like a place where I belonged.
Beyond the classroom, WUIS also gave me opportunities to engage with the wider world.
Through the Bai-Qian-Wan Volunteer Program and HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns, my classmates and I worked to educate the public about HIV, advocate against discrimination toward people living with HIV/AIDS, and promote awareness of their rights and dignity.
Before participating in these projects, my understanding of such issues came largely from textbooks and news reports.
However, becoming directly involved helped me realize that many challenges are not only medical issues but also social issues.
Knowledge helps people understand disease, but understanding helps people overcome prejudice.
These experiences taught me empathy and encouraged me to pay greater attention to communities that are often overlooked. They helped me realize that education is not simply about acquiring knowledge—it is also about developing a sense of responsibility toward others.
When university application season arrived, I faced a new challenge.
I often felt uncertain about how to tell my story through my applications. I was unsure which experiences truly mattered and how to express who I was beyond grades and achievements.
Fortunately, throughout this process, Maggie was an incredible source of support.
Whether I was working on my personal statement or making decisions about university choices, she was always there to guide me patiently.
Rather than telling me what to write, she constantly encouraged me to reflect on my experiences and discover what I genuinely wanted to say.
She helped me recognize patterns in my own growth and uncover experiences and emotions that I had previously overlooked.
When it came to choosing universities, she provided thoughtful and professional advice based on my interests, goals, and strengths.
With her support, I gained much more than a completed application. I gained a deeper understanding of myself.
Now, as graduation approaches, I realize that my most valuable achievements are not certificates, awards, or even university offers.
Instead, they are the lessons I have learned along the way.
At WUIS, I learned how to express myself, how to believe in myself, and how to care for others.
I am deeply grateful to WUIS for giving me the space to grow.
Thank you to every teacher who has guided me, every friend who has walked alongside me, and everyone who has supported me throughout this journey.
A special thank you to those who encouraged me when I doubted myself, gave me courage when I was afraid, and supported me as I grew.
Because of you, I have become the person I am today.
The road ahead is still long, but I leave WUIS with confidence and optimism.
The school has taught me far more than academic knowledge. It has given me the courage to face the future and the confidence to pursue my own path.
And those lessons will remain among the most valuable gifts I carry with me for the rest of my life.