College Students Success Stories
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Students from first year to grad school are using Apple technology to forge their path and discover what’s possible.
University of British Columbia, Canada
“As young activists, we’re paving a new
path that didn’t exist for ocean conservation. We’re trying to create a better world, and we’re stoked.”
Bodhi Patil
(he/him)
class of 2026
Learn how Environment and Sustainability student Bodhi uses Apple technology to conserve our oceans and inspire other climate solutionists.
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University of Canberra, Australia
“As an aspiring teacher and visual learner, my goal is to make learning fun, creative and inclusive.”
Hannah Pengilly
(she/her)
class of 2024
See how Secondary Education and Arts student Hannah uses Apple technology to be her most creative self — as an artist and future teacher.
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University of Waterloo, Canada
“Apple technology allows me to fulfil my dreams, whether it’s mentoring other students or creating apps that can improve people’s lives.”
Nguyen “Zoey” Vu
(she/her)
class of 2024
See how self-taught app developer and Mathematics student Zoey is using Swift and Apple technology to honour her Vietnamese heritage.
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Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore
“My desire to experiment with new ideas and create something unique has always been a part of me.”
Jia Chen Yee
(he/him)
class of 2024
Learn how Jia Chen uses Apple Developer Tools to turn his problem-solving ideas into dynamic, creative apps.
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SRH University of Applied Sciences, Germany
“My professors are amazed at how quickly I can develop a prototype using Swift. It’s a game changer.”
Alexander Reinicke
(he/him)
class of 2024
Discover why Alexander uses Apple technology to create innovative apps that make positive impact.
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Silpakorn University, Thailand
“iPad offers me unlimited paint colours at my fingertips in the digital world.”
Apichaya “Bim” Wannakit
(she/her)
class of 2024
See how Bim, a fourth-year visual arts student, is using iPad Pro with Apple Pencil to bring her dynamic ideas to life.
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Spelman College, United States
“What would it look like if a Black girl could touch the stars? My mission is to introduce kids to the possibilities of art and science.”
Miya Scaggs
(she/her)
class of 2025
See how Miya, an illustrator, photographer, writer and filmmaker is using Apple technology to ignite a new generation of Black artists.
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Chiang Mai University, Thailand
“I want to develop apps and discover ways to help people improve their lives.”
Gam Preenapun
(she/her)
class of 2026
See how Gam, a second-year medical student, combines research, creativity and Apple technology to discover solutions that improve public health and safety.
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Communication University of China, China mainland
“Digital arts have the amazing power to help people heal.”
Luhan Wang
class of 2023
See how Luhan uses iPad with Apple Pencil to channel positive energy and create a more beautiful world.
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California State University, United States
“As a man of colour whose success was fostered in my community, I have a duty to ensure our narratives are never forgotten.”
Isaac Alferos
(he/they)
class of 2022
See how Isaac is using Apple technology to drive impactful policy change and help combat discrimination and digital insecurity in higher education.
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California College of the Arts, United States
“Gen Z is innovating how voices are shared.”
Elle “L” Lim-Chan
(they/she)
class of 2023
Learn how Elle is using iPad and Apple Pencil to create web comics that tell stories from marginalized communities.
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Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
“Apple seamlessly supports my creativity, so I can capture my ideas from anywhere.”
Suwara “Pai” Sumettavanich
(she/her)
class of 2023
An aspiring graphic designer, Suwara uses iPad Pro and MacBook Pro to make studio-quality graphics. Learn how she turned a childhood pastime into an inspiring career path.
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Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
“iPad is incredible for medical school — it’s my external brain!”
Manichaya “Mafueng” Sukonpatip
(she/her)
class of 2023
iPad Pro and Apple Pencil are helping Manichaya succeed in medical school and inspire other students. See how she incorporates creativity into her quest to help others.
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Universidad Panamericana, Mexico
“Swift is such a natural language — I can create a great app in an afternoon!”
José Manuel Vega Hernández
(he/him)
class of 2023
José Manuel is a mechatronics major who is building engineering solutions on Mac to support space exploration and create apps that are out of this world.
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Communication University of China, China mainland
“Mac is a powerful,
stable device. I don’t
have to worry about
anything other than
creating.”
DiKe Su
class of 2023
An aspiring climate documentarian, DiKe uses his iPhone, iPad and MacBook Pro to create high-quality films right in his hometown.
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Zhejiang University, China mainland
“Apple provides tutorials and technology that allows me to develop a complete application in just a few weeks.”
Jae Yu
class of 2022
See how Jae, a computer science student, uses Apple Developer Tools to create iOS apps, like Find My Bike, that solve real-life problems.
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Western Sydney University, Australia
“iPad has revolutionized my approach. It’s awakened a passion within me for learning that I never had before.”
Samuel Suresh
(he/him)
class of 2022
Samuel is a dual major in science and business whose iPad helped change his approach to learning. Find out how he incorporates curiosity and creativity into his process.
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Berklee College of Music, United States
“My Mac is at the centre of everything I do with music, both inside and outside of school.”
Max Thomas
(he/him)
class of 2022
An aspiring singer and songwriter, Max uses pro apps like Logic Pro to make studio-quality music. Find out how he’s adapted to remote learning with MacBook Pro.
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Waseda University, Japan
“Note-taking on iPad trains my brain to run faster. It naturally drives me to interact with class topics in real time.”
Takuto Nanba
(he/him)
class of 2023
Aiming to effect social change through city development, Takuto uses iPad and Apple Pencil to connect the law and the land. Find out how these tools empower him to visualize whole new cities.
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