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从心,致卓尔不群|对话2024届毕业生Célia

08-01 08:15发布于浙江

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“Rappelle toi d'ou tu viens et tu sauras ou aller.”

(要记住从哪里来,你就会知道该去往哪里)


这句话来自一个18岁的少女。彼时她收获了心仪大学的录取信,在一场由我们主导的对话中,我们发现,在世界观尚在建立的年纪里,她已经展现出了一种惊人的包容性和洞察力。


换句话说,那是超越很多同龄人的“成熟”。


一个人的成熟并非仅仅停留在思想层面,更应该表现在具体行动上——Célia极强的执行力、理解力、沟通能力,都是惠灵顿杭州校区高中部老师们对其申请结果持乐观态度的信心来源。



Célia是一位世界公民,她从小的成长与思考,就是“多元”一词的诠释。她辗转过数十个城市,也曾和许多不同国籍的同学一起学习生活,理解了更多不同的文化背景。


于Célia而言,在多个国家生活的经历给予了她无数观察和思考,那些密密麻麻的航线记录下她的成长,是属于她的独一无二的印记。


在对话中,我们发现,她的录取不是意外,而是一场简单的双向奔赴。





Célia身上多元的特质,与欧洲多元的土壤相契合,这份双向的选择,让她顺利收到了博科尼大学与巴黎高等商学院联合项目的录取信。对于她来说,这样的申请结果,更像是在世界范围内寻找可以安放自己的理想和规划的地方,它也在大学生活到来之前给了Célia很多期待:


“博科尼大学坐落于意大利米兰,而巴黎高等商学院是法国最负盛名的商学院,也是世界最著名的商学院之一,这两所院校都在欧洲——是我想生活的地方。”


“博科尼在QS排名上位列第7,而巴黎高等商学院位列第9,这个国际政治与社会数据的联合项目结合了我一直感兴趣的两个领域,还有交流项目和实习的机会……”


在高中部老师眼中,这个自控力极强,有着明确目标规划的女孩,在五封录取信给的定心丸下,依旧没有任何松懈,她说要早点准备大学课程,提升大学的学习能力。



Célia选择的专业是国际关系与政府学,但就和当初学校的选择一样,她并没有被框定在某一条学术之路上,有某个具体的职业方向。她说,在未来,她想从政策以及更宏观的层面思考如何为世界带来一些改变,或者从根本上解决一些问题。


回溯Célia的成长之路,“校园领袖”这一角色帮助她深入校园的其他领域,成长为惠灵顿杭州校区学生会的核心成员。她的专业探索和课外活动在校园生发,在更广阔的领域深化。


当周围的同龄人都在“卷”更有含金量的比赛,找寻跨专业或是跨地域的活动,很多人纠结起了校园活动的价值分量,Célia在校园的实践,或许能给你一些答案。



作为Célia最为骄傲的校园成就,她曾和团队独立组织了惠灵顿杭州校区首场TEDx Youth活动,并有超过6000人观看了线上直播。基于主题“我们最伟大的工具”,Célia和团队成员邀请了来自惠灵顿社群不同领域的五位演讲人分享他们关于该主题的见解。





“我喜欢与他人分享,所以自从加入惠灵顿以来,就在积极地寻找与他人分享观点的更多机会,也希望能与学校社群分享。TED提供了很好的全球性平台,所以当时我就开始调查执照申请等条件,开启了这一项目。 ”


身为学生会主席的她,一直在努力散发自身的领导潜质。


“在标识定制、组委会会议开展、寻找演讲者的过程中遇到了一些困难。不过我们充分发挥了团队的作用,携手解决问题,明确了职责分工,很好地实现了时间管理,逐一解决了挑战。 ”



此外,Célia还和同学们一起参与过Race4Good比赛。这项知名的学生领导力项目旨在解决当地社群的重要需求,如设计与基础设施、教育、医疗、运动与福祉、心理辅助、文化提升等。Célia和团队聚精会神地思考如何用150英镑的预算提高该家庭的生活水平,设计出了一份很有竞争力的解决方案。



Célia的尝试涉猎各个领域,每个校园活动都代表了不同的成长经历,收获了不同的特质和感受。有的让她更有共情力,有的提升了她的领导力,有的让她更善于发现生活中的美,变得乐于分享……


Q

惠灵顿杭州校区的多元文化环境如何影响你的个人成长,以及你对全球问题的看法?

A

与来自不同文化背景的伙伴们互动时,我的视野得到了极大的拓展。从丰富的习俗、传统和观点中,我学会了欣赏人们多彩的经历。这种环境让我充分认识到理解他人、保持开放心态的重要意义,这些也是从自身之外的多种视角看待事物必不可少的技能。


关于全球问题,体验多元文化环境有助于开阔眼界。只熟悉自己文化的人很容易陷入狭隘的视角。但是,我有机会了解多种观点,因此对复杂的国际社会和政治经济问题有更细致的理解。我们所在的世界紧密互联,一个地区发生的事件会对其他地区产生深远的影响,这让我更加深刻地看到全球合作与相互理解的重要性。


Q

作为惠灵顿杭州校区首届毕业生的一员,你想为学弟学妹们传递怎样的信息?

A

在生活的各个方面,我们可以不知道自己未来想做的事情或想去的地方,重要的是要追随真正的自我,别让自己被他人的观点左右。


Q

你想在未来成为一个怎样的人,你想从事的职业是怎样的?

A

对我来说,最重要的是去做一些能给我启发并推动我不断实现个人成长和职业发展的工作。我相信,只要我做的事情是自己钟爱的、能不断激励我进步的,不论具体做哪份职业,我都会感到心满意足。


但是,因为我要学习外交课程,所以我对国际化的职业非常感兴趣。我对文化交流、全球合作和冲突解决很感兴趣,这与外交领域的事业不谋而合。如果能在国际领域工作,那我就能应用所学到的关于理解不同观点、协调分歧、尊重不同背景的人的知识。


最终,我的目标是成为适应力强、富有同理心、乐于终身学习的人。希望无论是从事国际外交领域的事业,还是其他激励我进步的工作,我都能够有所作为。



Célia外向开朗,可以把生活中的每件事都说成段子,但掩藏不住细腻的情感,无论是之于过往的挫折,之于他人的共情;她看似从不给自己过多的压力,却又将成长的每一步都走得扎实;她纯粹又开阔,她说获得的录取、荣誉、周围的认可都是惊喜,从未强调自己在这背后的付出;她看淡了自己身上的闪光点,在平实的叙述中,慢慢被打开的,其实是她温柔的,包容的,不平凡的成长。


属于Célia的世界观的完善,很多都是在一张世界地图上生长起来的。跟着她的脚步,就能找到这些闪光的碎片,所有充满活力的情绪,天马行空的想象之外,她总能在言语和行动之中,让我们看到她的坚持和洞察。


那些流动的目标和理想,正在这个世界公民的版图中等待着她插上新的旗帜。


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Be You. Be Unique. 

Meet 2024 Graduating Pupil Célia



“Rappelle toi d'ou tu viens et tu sauras ou aller.”


The quote was from an 18-year-old girl who had received an offer from her dream university. During a conversation that we were meant to guide, we were pleasantly surprised by her level of inclusiveness and insight, considering that her worldview was still in the process of development at such a young age.


In essence, she displayed a maturity that surpassed many in her age group.


Maturity in an individual is defined by both their thoughts and, crucially, their actions. Célia's robust execution, comprehension, and communication abilities have instilled confidence in the Sixth Form teachers regarding the outcome of her university applications.



Célia embodies the concept of a global citizen. Her life and thought process since childhood exemplify the essence of diversity. Having lived in numerous cities and learned alongside pupils of various nationalities, she has gained a profound understanding of different cultural backgrounds.


These experiences have provided Célia with innumerable opportunities for observation and contemplation. Her extensive travel history serves as both a testament to her growth and a distinctive signature of her journey. 


In the conversation, we found that her admission was not a matter of chance but a simple mutual pursuit.





The diversity that Célia embodies resonates with the varied landscape of Europe. This alignment has facilitated her acceptance into the joint programme offered by Bocconi University and HEC Paris. For Célia, this feels akin to finding a global stage to illuminate her aspirations and strategies, which has also provided her with a sense of anticipation as she prepares to embark on her university journey.


"Bocconi University is situated in Milan, Italy, and HEC Paris (Hautes Études Commerciales) is France's most renowned business school and one of the most prestigious in the world. Both institutions are in Europe—the region where I aspire to reside."


"Bocconi is ranked 7th in the QS rankings, and HEC Paris, 9th. This dual degree in International Politics and Social Data combines the two fields that I have always been interested in, as well as exchange programmes and internship opportunities."


Her Sixth Form teachers think of her as an individual with formidable self-discipline and meticulous planning. Remarkably, even with five offers to her name, she does not slacken her efforts, driven by her desire to prepare for college courses ahead of time and to enhance her learning capabilities.



Célia's chosen major is International Politics and Government Studies, yet she has not confined her aspirations to a specific academic trajectory or career path, reflective of her approach to selecting universities. She said that she wants to think about ways to bring meaningful change in the world and address fundamental issues through policy and broader strategic perspectives.


In Célia's journey of growth, the role of a leader at the school has been instrumental in her development, propelling her to become a pivotal member of the pupil council at Wellington College Hangzhou. It has also inspired her to delve into her professional interests and extracurricular pursuits, enriching them in a more expansive domain.


While uncertainty over the worth of participation in school events arises as othersare engaged in more competitive contests or interdisciplinary andcross-regional activities, how Célia conducts herself at the school might shedsome light on that.



Célia, along with her team, took the initiative to organise the inaugural TEDx Youth event at Wellington College Hangzhou, which successfully attracted over 6,000 online viewers. With 'Our Greatest Tool' as the theme, Célia and her team invited five distinguished guest speakers from diverse sectors within the Wellington community to share their perspectives on the theme.





“I have a passion for sharing. Since joining Wellington, I have been developing my own interests and I wanted to discover other people’s ideas and share them with the school community.  TED is world-renowned for offering this platform, so I started investigating ways for the school to become a licensed host and the event was launched.”


As the Head of College, Célia is a beacon of leadership potential.


“We encountered some difficulties along the way with customising logos, meeting committee members, and registering potential speakers. Fortunately, we worked as a team and were all able to cope with these obstacles by using problem-solving, delegation and time management skills.”



Célia's involvement also extended to the Race4Good competition, a well-regarded pupil leadership programme designed to address critical needs within the local community. This includes such areas as design and infrastructure, education, healthcare, sports and wellbeing, psychological support, and cultural development. Célia and her team devised a highly competitive proposal aimed at enhancing the living standards of a family, all within a budget of 150 pounds.



Célia's endeavours are multifaceted, and each school project she has engaged in has contributed to her personal journey, imbuing her with unique qualities and insights. These experiences have cultivated her into a more robust leader, characterised by increased empathy and a fervent desire to discover and share the beauty in life.


Q

How do you believe the multicultural environment at WCCH has influenced your personal growth and your perspective on global issues?

A

Interacting with peers from diverse cultural backgrounds has broadened my horizons significantly. By engaging with different customs, traditions, and viewpoints, I have learned to appreciate the rich tapestry of human experience. This exposure has taught me the importance of understanding and keeping an open mind, essential skills for seeing things from perspectives other than my own.


Regarding global issues, experiencing a multicultural environment has been eye-opening. It’s easy to fall into a narrow perspective when you’re only familiar with your own culture. However, my exposure to a variety of viewpoints has given me a more nuanced understanding of complex social, political, and economic issues worldwide. It has emphasized the interconnectedness of our world, illustrating how events in one region can have far-reaching impacts on others. This realization has deepened my appreciation for the importance of global cooperation and mutual understanding.


Q

As part of WCCH's first graduating class, what message would you like to leave for current and future pupils at our campus?

A

It’s okay not to know what you want to do, or where you want to go (in all aspects of life), the important part, is to follow your true self and not let yourself be swayed by the opinions of others.


Q

What kind of person do you want to be in the future and what’s your favourite job?

A

When it comes to my future aspirations and career, I don't have a specific role or title in mind. What truly matters to me is engaging in work that inspires me and drives continuous personal and professional growth. I believe that as long as I am passionate about what I'm doing and it challenges me to improve, I will find fulfilment regardless of the exact career path.


However, as I am pursuing a course in diplomacy, I am particularly intrigued by the prospect of an international career. The field of diplomacy aligns well with my interest in cultural exchange, global cooperation, and conflict resolution. Working within the international arena would allow me to apply what I have learned about understanding diverse perspectives, negotiating differences, and fostering mutual respect among people from various backgrounds.


Ultimately, I aim to be a person who is adaptable, empathetic, and committed to lifelong learning. I hope to make a positive impact in whatever field I choose to pursue, whether it is within the sphere of international diplomacy or another area that equally challenges and inspires me.



Célia is an extroverted and cheerful individual with a sense of humour. She has a profound inner emotional life and is quick to learn from her setbacks. Célia is compassionate, showing care for others and a particular concern for the vulnerable. She doesn't overburden herself with excessive pressure but instead moves forward with a steady and strong pace. Pure in heart and open-minded, she treats offers, honours, and recognition as pleasant surprises, never boasting about the hard work she puts in behind the scenes. In our brief conversation, she didn't focus on her own strengths and achievements; instead, she shared her experiences of personal growth from a naive newcomer to the exemplary leader she has become.


Célia's worldview has been shaped by her experiences across the globe. Following her journey, one can discover bright moments, vibrant emotions, and rich imaginations that reflect her persistence and foresight in both her words and actions.


As a global citizen, Célia is set to continue marking new territories on the map of her life's journey as she pursues and realises her aspirations and ideals.




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