Higher Education Students Success Stories
Unstoppable you.
Students from freshers to postgrads are using Apple technology to forge their path and discover what’s possible.
Peking University, China
I realised I didn’t need a professional camera to create my own films — and I began to capture the world through my lens.
Daisy Cai
(she/her)
class of 2026
Learn how film student Daisy uses Apple technology to create her empowering narratives.
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Shanghai Business School, China
Learning to code has become an extension of my social work philosophy. I see app development as a practical way for me to make a difference.
Ruoshan Li
(she/her)
class of 2025
Swift Student Challenge Distinguished Winner and social work student Ruoshan is on a mission to positively impact her community.
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University of Illinois Urbana?Champaign, United?States
I’ll never forget the tragedy that I experienced, but building tools that can help save lives allows me to move forwards.
Michael Parekh
(he/him)
class of 2025
Learn how Swift Student Challenge winner Michael turned personal tragedy into purpose by using Apple technology to create an app that teaches?CPR.
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Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas, Mexico
Creating apps isn’t just technical for me — it’s an art form where creativity and logic intertwine.
Michelle Ayala
(she/her)
class of 2024
Discover how software engineering student
Michelle uses Apple technology to unlock
the magic of app development.
Bangkok University, Thailand
“My mind is a canvas brimming with vibrant narratives that I yearn to share with the world.”
Theeraphut “Jeng” Masacoo
(he/him)
class of 2026
Learn how film student Jeng uses Apple technology to fulfil his lifelong dream of making movies.
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Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
“My journey with Swift has not only paved the way for my own success, it also allows me to inspire and guide others towards their passions.”
Apiphoom “Phoom” Chuenchompoo
(he/him)
class of 2027
Learn how computer science and engineering student Phoom has found a rhythm in creating apps using Swift on?Mac.
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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 lecturers 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 innova-tive apps that make a 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 marginalised 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 student 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 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 revolutionised 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 science and business student 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 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 visualise whole new cities.
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