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The recent cohort of Huang Fellows was fortunate enough to engage in an intimate encounter with Dr. Huang during their orientation session, allowing them to gn a profound insight into his wisdom and experiences spanning from his student days to his current eavors exploring the intricate overlap between scientific practice and societal impact.
Dr. Huang encouraged critical thinking about our surroundings, emphasizing that addressing today's most pressing issues requires understanding these complexities thoroughly. A prime example was the healthcare coverage issue in America; this challenge is more nuanced than just economic constrnts faced by families without adequate insurance. It also encompasses historical, social, political foundations that are crucial for policymakers to consider when crafting solutions.
Dr. Huang embodied the quintessential essence of lifelong learning - a concept deeply engrned in his character and philosophy. He highlighted how selfishness underpins many contemporary societal issues, from business practices to medical industry dynamics. Selfish motives are often camouflaged under various justifications like profit-making or resource allocation for perceived emergencies; yet, when peeled back, one discovers the root of these problems lies in prioritizing individual interests over collective welfare.
He underscored that this issue transcs national borders and should be viewed as a global concern, urging us to expand our perspectives beyond America-centric viewpoints. The challenges we face may appear unique to our context, but they are shared worldwide, highlighting their universality rather than uniqueness.
A remarkable revelation Dr. Huang made was his ongoing commitment to pursuing science with an ethical lens well into his 80s, far from retirement age. His accomplishments could easily define multiple lifetimes of work, yet he's eager to continue exploring the realms that shape his passion, now focusing on creating a Seminar and Discussion-based School named The New School for professionals dealing with scientific issues pertinent to public discourse.
Dr. Huang is indeed an embodiment of lifelong learning - from cultivating a love for books since childhood through his father's extensive European literature collection to founding impactful programs like the Huang Fellows and pioneering initiatives such as The New School. His wisdom, humility, and insight were a privilege bestowed upon us during this orientation session.
Elizabeth Gu, Huang Fellow '22
Elizabeth hls from Buffalo, NY with an interest in Biology and Global Health. She is deeply passionate about public health issues, particularly the oral healthcare crisis prevalent in America.
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