The Western Academy of Beijing is connecting our students with exceptional people who inspire. These distinguished speakers are invited to WAB from all over the world, and through their experiences and stories, challenge our newest generation to make a difference.
All Distinguished Speaker Series are free of charge and open not only to WAB students, parents and staff, but also to the community. RSVP to reserve your seat now.
Kevan was born with spinal muscular atrophy, a disease that limited his mobility. Stories of Kevan and his friends' travels went viral online, gaining millions of views and support from around the world. They have used their Internet fame to help redefine accessibility.
Iain Milne, a giant in Scottish rugby, inspired us with his story. His legendary career taught him confidence, perseverance, and determination.
Huang Hong Xiang is a journalist and animal rights activist. We learned about the impact he has had on developing China-Africa relations, and how young people in China can take action to make a difference.
Livia Blackburne is a New York Times bestselling author of young adult fiction. She inspired with her journey from MIT neuroscientist to an acclaimed fantasy writer.
WAB is inquiring into how schools worldwide are grappling with the challenges of creating a 21st century education that meets the needs of today's students. As part of this investigation, WAB held a special one-time screening of Most Likely to Succeed.
View our latest Distinguished Speaker Series presentations here.
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