Olympic gold medalist Yang Yilin shares her athletic story with students as she starts her academic journey at UM

Olympic gold medalist Yang Yilin, who is currently a student of the Doctor of Public Administration programme at the University of Macau (UM), recently shared her remarkable journey and insights during the ‘Olympic Gold Medalists’ Sharing Session organised by UM’s Office of Sports Affairs. As a testament to her achievements, Yang was also appointed as an honorary advisor to UM’s sports teams. During the event, Yang recounted her personal story of overcoming various challenges and shared her experiences as an educator. She emphasised the importance of confronting challenges head-on and encouraged UM students to unleash their potential. The event attracted the participation of more than 500 faculty and students. Yang’s story not only motivates students to pursue their own aspirations but also contributes to the nurturing of sports talent in Macao.