by Laura Davis | Nov 22, 2021 | Model G20, Student Spotlight
If the idea of taking a gap year had a publicist, it would be Shrey. Gap years are becoming increasingly popular among the younger generation, and Shrey is a great spokesperson for exactly why. During his gap year so far, Shrey has been working full-time on his...
by Justine Hudock | Sep 15, 2021 | Model G20, Student Spotlight, Summits
Where do we begin with Noah? He’s a two-time award winner at Model G20. He’s a young man of many words (and very carefully chosen words, in the fashion of the broadcast journalist he aspires to be). He came in and shook things up in the land of ‘Eh!’ and maple syrup,...
by Justine Hudock | Aug 30, 2021 | Model G20, Student Spotlight, Summits
Sometimes the limits of Zoom, and digital interactions generally, make themselves painfully apparent. One of those moments occurs when you interview Model G20’s award-winning Head of the National Space Program, India native Aaryn A., and he tells you almost...
by Justine Hudock | Aug 26, 2021 | Model G20, Student Spotlight, Summits
Before we begin, for all the unworldly, non-Sinophiles who found their way here, Xiaoyu is pronounced in English: “shih-ow-you.” “L,” likewise, is pronounced in English: “el.” Say that back to yourself a couple times, because she’s not bowing to the luxury so...
by Justine Hudock | Aug 26, 2021 | Model G20, Student Spotlight, Summits
After “the,” “and,” “am,” and personal nouns, I’d bet anyone the most common word on Knovva’s blog was “Tara.” The Boston native has been featured on this site more than just about anyone, including any of our other most fervent young scholars, and the craziest thing...
by Justine Hudock | Aug 25, 2021 | Model G20, Student Spotlight, Summits
Jessie L., of Shanghai, China, was born to be one of our Head of States: maybe, reader, you can already tell by Jessie’s big, smiley face, but she’s got a lot of heart. Her approach to leadership begins with empathy for those working with her. She’s grateful for the...