THE country’s first and only Malaysian head boy in Ruthin School, Wales, United King-dom, has pledged to scale greater heights after receiving an academic excellence award from Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng.
Among the British Council’s 11 full-scholarship recipients to the 725-year-old school, Daniel Law Min Ern was presented with a RM1,000 cash award by the Penang Government for his accomplishments.
The 21-year-old Penangite was the only Malaysian scholar to have received the A-Level scholarship in 2009.
The other students were from Hong Kong, Thailand, China, Argentina, Jordan and Vietnam.
“I dedicate this award to my retired parents who have showered me with proper guidance, loving care and discipline for me to become what I am today.
Diligence pays: Law receiving the Academic Excellence Certificate and cash award from Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng in Komtar “This award will motivate me further when I study for my double degree in Bachelor of Science and Economics at the Australian National University next month,” he said after receiving the award yesterday.
Law said he was humbled by the state government’s recognition and was “ready to give back to society in future”.
The former SMK Chung Ling boy advised students intending to study abroad to be proficient not only in English, but also in as many languages as possible.
He said keeping abreast on world events and general knowledge, and having a positive attitude were important too.
“Whatever you do, don’t let your family, friends and country down.
“Balance your life well to avoid tension and stress,” said Law, who plays guitar and drums to destress himself.
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