Second-year NUS Computing student Wang Yanxiang (Computing, Class of 2027) makes a difference by teaching coding and robotics to underprivileged youth at NUS Computing’s Code for Community.
Imagine a university student who can turn a computer into a magic wand of possibility. That’s Wang Yanxiang. Her superpower? The NUS scholar channels technology for social good—transforming lines of code into real-world hope.
As the vice-president of NUS Computing’s Code for Community, Yanxiang doesn’t just teach coding—she champions social mobility through education. Over a 10-week programme, she guided underprivileged youth through the intricate landscapes of coding and robotics, turning complex technological concepts into accessible learning.
“Seeing the kids gain confidence and develop an interest in technology was incredibly rewarding,” she reflected. “It reinforced my belief that education and technology can be powerful equalisers, which has motivated me to continue using my skills to make a positive impact.”
Her commitment to impact stems from a place of personal gratitude. As a recipient of the NUS School of Computing Scholarship, Yanxiang was able to leverage this financial support to embrace a realm of exciting possibilities.
She said: “The Scholarship has made a world of difference to my studies. Computer Science at NUS is known to be rigorous, and the learning curve can be steep… Not having to take on a part-time job meant I could fully engage in hands-on learning opportunities. I spent extra hours building side projects, participating in hackathons and even contributing to open-source projects - experiences that have been crucial in developing my technical skills.”
Yanxiang (third from left) with the NUS Entrepreneurship Society at Ground Zero 2025.
Where financial challenges might once have weighed Yanxiang down, the Scholarship became her wings as she immersed herself in an array of experiences. At Kent Ridge Hall, she channelled her creativity into bringing a dance production to life and honed her organisational skills by supporting pivotal events: the Asian Business Plan Competition through the NUS Computing Club, and Ground Zero 2025, Singapore’s largest student-led startathon with the NUS Entrepreneurship Society.
Yanxiang (centre) had the chance to channel her creativity as part of the committee for Kent Ridge Hall’s annual dance production.
This August marks another exciting chapter for Yanxiang as she heads to New York for an internship with a startup through the NUS Overseas Colleges Programme—another powerful demonstration of how financial support can unlock opportunities.
Reflecting on her campus adventure thus far, Yanxiang said: "Looking back, my NUS journey so far has been nothing short of fulfilling. Before university, I was very grades-oriented, but I’ve come to realise that university is about so much more than just academics. I’m not saying that grades aren't important—we will definitely keep studying hard—but there’s so much to explore and experience beyond the classroom."
Yanxiang’s story is a powerful testament to how education can supercharge lives. By supporting the NUS for Women initiative, you can help empower more brilliant minds to break barriers and create meaningful change. Every contribution opens doors for future women leaders in STEM. Support the dream today: https://nus.edu/43s9JGe
