YAD Hao-Tin Lin graduates Papanui High School

Arriving in Christchurch from Taiwan four years ago, international student and YAD member of Christchurch, Hao-Tin Lin has successfully completed her New Zealand high school qualification at Papanui High School. Prize-giving ceremony was held on 10th November and guests of Hao-Tin included venerables and staff of Fo Guang Shan Temple. Receiving three awards in Computer Design, Painting and English as a second language, HaoTin’s guests, friends and tutors were all present that night to applaud her achievements. She also was given the honour to speak on behalf of the international students and give her appreciation to the tutors, fellow students, friends and families for their undying supports and encouragements.

200 students graduated from Papanui High School this year; Hao-Tin shone like a beacon with her achievements as a Taiwanese overseas student, this served as a role model for the other young members of YAD. Following the prize-giving ceremony, the party was joined by several others from Fo Guang Shan South Island, bringing Hao-Tin the warmth of a close community. She thanked the kindness of everyone, especially her hard working parents in Taiwan to fund her education, her older sister who has constantly given her support and encouragements, and also Abbess Manshin who has never ceased her part of care and support. She also expressed that she will continue to work hard at her tertiary education and return everyone’s care and kindness.