SCHOLAR'S STORY #6 — Aimy "Ames" Madayag
11/03/20
Scholar Profile:
Name: Aimy "Ames" Madayag
Age: 15
School: Catholic Filipino Academy
Country of Origin: Philippines
Division: Senior
Social Media: @itsmoi.amesss (IG)
Name: Aimy "Ames" Madayag
Age: 15
School: Catholic Filipino Academy
Country of Origin: Philippines
Division: Senior
Social Media: @itsmoi.amesss (IG)
There’s a certain nostalgic feeling that hits my heart every time I glance at the pile of stuffed alpacas laying in the corner of my room, all thanks to the World Scholar’s Cup.
To be honest, WSC has opened doors of so many opportunities for me, not because I am “special” or anything like that, but instead because I went the extra mile to give my all in enjoying and doing my best in the competition proper. For me, if you’ve spent some time cheering for your newfound friends at the awarding ceremony, if you suddenly find yourself enjoying expressing yourself through the nerve wracking events such as debate and writing, and if you’ve learned something new— you’ve already won WSC.
What makes WSC so special for me are the amazing friends and memories I’ve gained over the past years. From the first time I joined in July of 2016, until I officially retired after my final Tournament of Champions in 2019, I have met so many incredible people and gone through so many memorable events that will surely be the topics of my stories for the times to come. I can still remember sitting through my first Global Round opening ceremony and screaming at the top of my lungs every time my friends win absolutely anything in any round.
Most of all, WSC helped teach me that I am not alone. The diversity in the community exposed me to plenty of different people, and with the knowledge that some others are going through something similar to me, I allowed myself to open up more to new friendships and experiences. I know being one out of literally thousands of scholars all over the world may sound quite isolating. In reality, it helped me develop a better understanding of different cultures. Aside from this, I’ve learned to foster teamwork and become a team player.
And now that my time as a scholar in WSC is over, it doesn’t mean I have to let go of the memories, the lessons, and the friends I’ve gained. For sure, these precious things will undoubtedly stick to me for a long, long time. So thank you, WSC. Thank you to the staff, and to all the fellow scholars who helped me and befriended me in my journey— none of this would be possible without you.
All the pwaas,
Aimy.
To be honest, WSC has opened doors of so many opportunities for me, not because I am “special” or anything like that, but instead because I went the extra mile to give my all in enjoying and doing my best in the competition proper. For me, if you’ve spent some time cheering for your newfound friends at the awarding ceremony, if you suddenly find yourself enjoying expressing yourself through the nerve wracking events such as debate and writing, and if you’ve learned something new— you’ve already won WSC.
What makes WSC so special for me are the amazing friends and memories I’ve gained over the past years. From the first time I joined in July of 2016, until I officially retired after my final Tournament of Champions in 2019, I have met so many incredible people and gone through so many memorable events that will surely be the topics of my stories for the times to come. I can still remember sitting through my first Global Round opening ceremony and screaming at the top of my lungs every time my friends win absolutely anything in any round.
Most of all, WSC helped teach me that I am not alone. The diversity in the community exposed me to plenty of different people, and with the knowledge that some others are going through something similar to me, I allowed myself to open up more to new friendships and experiences. I know being one out of literally thousands of scholars all over the world may sound quite isolating. In reality, it helped me develop a better understanding of different cultures. Aside from this, I’ve learned to foster teamwork and become a team player.
And now that my time as a scholar in WSC is over, it doesn’t mean I have to let go of the memories, the lessons, and the friends I’ve gained. For sure, these precious things will undoubtedly stick to me for a long, long time. So thank you, WSC. Thank you to the staff, and to all the fellow scholars who helped me and befriended me in my journey— none of this would be possible without you.
All the pwaas,
Aimy.