Journeys of Excellence

Growth & Success Stories from Students Admitted to Harvard, Stanford, and Yale

Saturday, June 20, 2026
Session 1: 1pm-3pm | Session 2: 4pm-6:30pm

These two seminars are held in English.

Hongyi Huang
Hongyi Huang
Jacklyn Saddler
Jacklyn Saddler
Jinyang Hong
Jinyang Hong
Kaitlyn Hou
Kaitlyn Hou
Melia Lin
Melia Lin
Phoebe Huang
Phoebe Huang
Sophia Liu
Sophia Liu

Meritus Academy is pleased to present two special university seminar sessions on June 20:

“Journeys of Excellence: Growth & Success Stories from Students Admitted to Harvard, Stanford, and Yale”

 

We are delighted to invite 7 students who have received offers from some of the world’s most prestigious universities to share their journeys with parents and students.

 

Through in-person conversations, they will discuss their experiences in academic development, competitions, extracurricular involvement, leadership, and the university application process, offering valuable insights and practical advice for younger students.

 

Meet Our Featured Speakers

Guest speakers include:

  • 5 students admitted to Harvard University
  • 1 student admitted to Stanford University
  • 1 student admitted to Yale University

Like many students, they began by building strong foundations in the classroom, challenging themselves through academic competitions, developing leadership and social responsibility through extracurricular activities, and growing through exploration and perseverance.

Their journeys may closely resemble the paths many students will take in the years ahead.

Topics to Be Covered

Academic Growth & Learning Strategies 

  • How to develop effective study habits
  • How to improve learning productivity
  • How to balance schoolwork and extracurricular activities
  • How to manage pressure and overcome challenges

Competitions & Academic Exploration 

  • Why participate in academic competitions
  • How to choose competitions that fit your interests and strengths
  • How to plan a long-term academic development pathway

Extracurricular Activities & Leadership Development 

  • How to discover your passions
  • How to build meaningful projects and activities
  • How to develop leadership skills and social impact

University Application Experience 

  • What top universities look for in applicants
  • How to highlight your unique personal profile
  • Personal statement writing and interview preparation

Interactive Q&A Session 

  • Parents and students will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with the speakers.

Event Information

  • Date: Saturday, June 20
  • Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Format: In-person
  • Location: Meritus Academy
  • Address: 306 Consumers Road, North York, ON

Session 1

  • Melia Lin (Harvard University)
  • Phoebe Huang (Yale University)
  • Jinyang Hong (Harvard University)

Date: Saturday, June 20
Time: 1:00PM-3:00PM
(Check-in starts 12:30PM)
In-Person Ticket: $16.00 per person

Session 2

  • Sophia Liu
  • Jacklyn Saddler
  • Kaitlyn Hou
  • Hongyi Huang

Date: Saturday, June 20
Time: 4:00PM-6:30PM
(Check-in starts 3:30PM)
In-Person Ticket: $16.00 per person

Let Outstanding Role Models Inspire Future Growth

Often, the most powerful source of inspiration for youth is not a lecture or a textbook, but the real-life experiences of outstanding peers.

When students see how older students have faced challenges, remained committed to their goals, and continuously pushed themselves to grow, they gain motivation, confidence, and a clearer vision for their own future.

This event goes beyond a university admissions seminar that includes conversation about purpose and the pursuit of excellence.

We welcome students and parents to join us and chat with outstanding graduates.