Thomas Yuen – Youtharch Web

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Hong Kong Island Outstanding Student (2016)
Social Service Department – Gold Award (2016)
International Mathematics Competition – Bronze Medal (2015)
Queen’s College – Head Prefect (2016-2017)

I have always been a Mathematics lover since I was little. As I grew up, I developed a passion towards Astronomy and other aspects of Science. For certain moments in life, I have thought that my life is all about Mathematics and Science. It turns out that my life is more than that. Stepping out of my comfort zone, I have tried different activities to develop my interests and potentials. I have been involved in debate, music and visual arts and have joined a number of competitions. Although I usually did not perform very well in the competitions, it is all these experiences which have enriched my life, broadened my horizons and witnessed my growth. All these experiences encourage me to keep pursuing excellence and reaching for higher grounds.

In the past, I had always been focused on my studies, while paying little attention to things happening around us. As I grew up, it dawned on me that we are blessed to live in an affluent society, and that many people in society deserve our attention. It was then when I started participating in different voluntary services. I tried to reach out to the underprivileged in society. For instance, I visited asylum seekers in Hong Kong, arranged some scientific workshops for the elderly and visited children in remote areas in mainland China. The most unforgettable among all these experiences was the ‘Adventure-Ship’ program, which involved taking part in water activities with children with mental disabilities. The participants might not even have the slightest idea of what they were doing, let alone enjoy activities which a lot of us take for granted. All these experiences have made me realise how lucky I am to have so many opportunities, and thus I am determined to make every endeavour to contribute to our society.

As for my future career, I hope to become a doctor. Health is of paramount importance and I hope my passion and knowledge can help people in need. I will definitely work hard to achieve my goal and contribute to society.

I am extremely grateful that the Youth Arch Foundation has awarded me the prize, and I must thank my parents for nurturing me throughout all these years, as well as my Principal and teachers for encouraging me to take part in such a marvellous and amazing election. I must also thank my learning companions, including all friends I met in the election, for accompanying me to grow up and encouraging me to keep trying.[/vc_column_text][tek_button button_text=”Back” button_style=”tt_primary_button” button_color_scheme=”btn_primary_color” button_hover_state=”” button_icon_bool=”no” button_action=”button-action-link” button_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F159.89.198.89%2Fyoutharch-web%2Fpast-awardees%2F|||” button_position=”button-center”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]

香港島傑出學生 (2016)
社會福利署 – 金獎 (2016)
國際數學競賽 – 銅牌 (2015)
皇仁書院 – 總領袖生 (2016-2017)

從小時候起，我已對數學情有獨鍾，這些年來亦參加過不少奧林匹克數學比賽，而上中學後更開始對天文、物理等產生濃厚的興趣。我曾以為我的生活只是圍繞着數學及科學，幸好事實並非如此。這些年來，在父母、老師和同學的支持和鼓勵下，我參與過不少其他活動，如辯論、音樂、繪畫及寫作等，以發展自己的興趣和潛能。這些機會擴闊了我的視野，見證著我的成長，為我的校園生活增添色彩。

以前，我一直以讀好書為己任，往往卻忽略身邊發生的大小事情。後來，隨著閱歷增長，我方意識到大家的生活安枕無憂、豐衣足食，是多麼的難能可貴。於是，我透過學校開始參與不同的義工服務，如探訪尋求庇護者、開設長者興趣班、到中國內地為山區兒童進行義教等，從多方面接觸社會上的弱勢社群。其中，我最難忘的是與一群智障學童一起進行之水上活動「乘風航」計劃；我體會到幸福並非必然，平時大家視之為理所當然的能力，他們也有所匱乏，需費盡九牛二虎之力去完成航程訓練。想到自己於學習時偶有抱怨及偷懶，我感到萬分羞愧。此等經歷，皆讓我察覺到不論是本地或是世界各地，也有很多人需要我們的關注及幫助。因此，我會盡力貢獻所能，為社會出一分力。

我的志願是成為一位醫生，希望能以我的熱誠和知識幫助社會上有需要的人。我定必繼續努力，朝著這個目標進發。

香港傑出學生獎對我帶來莫大的鼓舞，我要感謝父母對我一直以來的關懷與栽培，也要感謝校長和老師給予我的教導和鼓勵，同時亦要感謝我人生路上所有的朋友和同行者；感謝你們陪伴我成長，鼓勵我努力。[/vc_column_text][tek_button button_text=”返回” button_style=”tt_primary_button” button_color_scheme=”btn_primary_color” button_hover_state=”” button_icon_bool=”no” button_action=”button-action-link” button_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F159.89.198.89%2Fyoutharch-web%2Fzh-hant%2Fpast-awardees%2F|||” button_position=”button-center”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]