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Name

Ryan Z.

Number of Years Spent ISNS

13 years

Extracurriculars/Sports/Clubs

/Competitions (G9-12)

Photography club, Badminton, SRC, Model United Nations(MUN), VEX robotics, AMC10, AMC12, Concert Band

University Enrolled

University of California, Berkeley

Major

Engineering Physics

Other university offers

Carnegie Mellon University

University of Southern California

Imperial College London

University of Texas atAustin

Purdue University

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The University of Washington

Boston College

Boston University

University of Manchester

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

University of California, Irvine

University of California, San Diego

Hobbies

Videogames, jogging, playing the clarinet, YouTube, lego

Favorite moment at ISNS

Vietnam WWW

What career are you hoping to have?

Aerospace Engineering

What was the application process/experience like?

Long and arduous.

Why did you choose this university?

Highly reputed engineering department.

What are you excited about?

Engineering projects and joining student groups such as CALSTAR, the in-house rockery student group.

What"s on your "bucket list" before going to university?

Assemble second Gaming PC.

How did ISNS prepare you for university?

Preparation on how to write academic papers, teaching of essential knowledge, freedom to explore my passions.

What will you miss about ISNS?

Closely knit community of students and faculty.

Any final thoughts you"d like to share?

Research projects are a great use of your time if you want to apply for sciences or engineering specifically.

Advice to future ISNS graduates

Manage time properly and use the free time afforded by our light MYP workload to explore your passions and start long term projects. Save DP years for studying or competitions to best improve your chances of creating a compelling profile to universities.

Quotes from teachers

Sean Carroll

DP Coordinator

& DP Chemistry Teacher

Ryan has a genuine love of inquiry and scientific investigation. He’s always been willing to take on a new challenge and find novel solutions to challenging problems. Ryan is never afraid to ask questions in class and will seek out challenges, even going outside of the DP syllabus to do so. Ryan has always been a joy to work with, as he will independently lead class discussions and is always willing to help his peers with their own learning.I’m sure that Ryan has a bright future ahead of him.

Amin Abu Bakar

MYP Science & DP Physics Teacher

Ryan is an exemplar of academic excellence and leadership in DP Physics. His intellectual curiosity and comprehensive understanding of the subject frequently drive insightful discussions, enriching the learning experience for all. Balancing confidence and charisma, Ryan proves himself as a unique character whose influence extends beyond his academic performance. He displays commendable empathy by assisting peers who struggle with difficult concepts, thereby raising the overall standards of the class. As a proactive leader, he inspires others and profoundly impacts our school community. His academic prowess and leadership traits promise a bright future for him.

Hector Wu

MYP & DP

Individual & Societies

Ryan is an absolute joy to have as a student. His infectious energy and outgoing nature bring a sense of fun to every classroom interaction. His insatiable curiosity fuels engaging discussions, and he consistently displays a bright intellect that shines through his work. Ryan"s enthusiasm for learning is truly inspiring, and he has a knack for turning even the most mundane topics into exciting adventures. His zest for life and eagerness to explore new ideas make him a standout among his peers. It"s a privilege to witness Ryan"s growth and potential, and I have no doubt he will achieve great things in the future.