Recently, MIC has been buzzing with excitement—heated debates on campus, an eye-opening industry visit, and remarkable achievements in academic competitions. Three seemingly different events, yet all pointing to the same theme: Growth extends beyond the classroom.
The MIC SiBian Ge English Debate Competition brought together passionate debaters who engaged in spirited discussions around two compelling topics: "Can AI Replace Teachers?" and "Do Social Networks Do More Harm Than Good?"
This was more than a test of language skills—it was an awakening of critical thinking. Through defending and challenging arguments, students learned to question, reason, and embrace diverse perspectives—skills far more valuable than any single victory.
Our PG and IG students embarked on a Academic Trip to the XPENG Motors Guangzhou/Zhaoqing Base.
The visit began with a briefing and a guided tour of the exhibition hall, where students explored China's industrial development and the growth of the smart automotive industry. They then observed key stages of vehicle production, including advanced stamping processes, fully automated robotic welding with over 300 robots, and the final assembly of new energy vehicles, witnessing cars roll off the production line. To conclude, students took part in a hands-on STEM activity, building simple DIY cars using motors and batteries, applying practical engineering concepts.
This was not just an extension of knowledge—it was an expansion of perspective. For our Business and Economics students, this was an especially valuable opportunity, providing real-world insight into large-scale manufacturing, automation, operational efficiency, and innovation within a rapidly growing global industry. When classroom learning successfully connects with real-world technology, business practices, and modern manufacturing, students engage in a meaningful dialogue with the world around them.
British Biology Olympiad (BBO)
Global Gold Award: Chen Siyu, Chen Kaihong, Hou Kaicheng (also qualified for the Cambridge Biology Camp and BBO Asia Camp)
Global Bronze Award: Shi Wanman
Merit Award: Yang Wantong
International High School Media Arts Competition (WVM)In our first-ever participation, MIC students won multiple awards in design and photography:
Design: Wu Yanxin (Editorial Cartoon, Champion Gold); Jin Zhixian (Informational Graphic, Champion Gold)
Photography: Ma Zonglin (Sports Action Photography, Champion Gold); Yuan Ling (Feature Photography, Third Place); Liang Jiaqi (Feature Photography, Honorable Mention)
Commendation Awards: Liang Yuxuan, Tian Haowen, Xue Yafei
Three events, three paths, all leading in the same direction: Let learning happen in the real world. Let growth find its broadest stage.
Debate teaches how to think, field trips show how to see, and competitions demonstrate how to achieve. When critical thinking, exploration, and excellence come together, we witness what MIC students are becoming—minds of depth, actions of breadth.
The journey continues. More stories await.
