Sinarmas World Academy Student Ayden Haoken Accepted into Stanford University, Aims to Drive Global Change Through Technology
Jakarta, Indonesia, December 16, 2024 – Sinarmas World Academy (SWA) proudly announces the acceptance of Ayden Haoken, a Grade 12 student, into Stanford University, California—one of the most prestigious and selective universities in the world. Renowned as an incubator for the world’s future leaders in science, business, and social impact, Stanford is often considered a gateway to Silicon Valley—a fitting next step for Ayden. Admission into Stanford is a testament to Ayden’s exceptional talent, perseverance, and his alignment with the university’s mission to solve global challenges.
Ayden’s acceptance crowns a series of impressive achievements. In 2024, he was named a Rise Global Winner for his Zenith Charge System, a solar-powered agricultural vehicle promoting renewable energy. He also earned the Best STEM Research Paper award from Tokyo University and the FRC Industrial Design Award for robotics, sponsored by General Motors. These accomplishments highlight the success of SWA’s BEST Pathways, which offers personalized learning tailored to each student's strengths and aspirations.
SWA’s holistic and personalized education model, ensures students like Ayden thrive academically while also developing real-world skills and critical thinking. With strong support from SWA’s educators, who are committed to unlocking every student’s potential, Ayden has excelled in both academics and leadership, expanding his impact beyond the classroom. His recent venture, Realsify, a B2B platform designed to generate leads and validate business ideas using Google Analytics API for local businesses, showcases his drive to create solutions that benefit the community.
Reflecting on his journey, Ayden shared, “I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity. It hasn’t been easy, but with the support of my family, friends, and my teachers at SWA, I stayed focused on my goals. At Stanford, I look forward to learning more and leverage my new found knowledge to build a FinTech startup.”
Deddy Djaja Ria, General Manager of Sinarmas World Academy, expressed pride in Ayden’s achievements. “Ayden’s success highlights the impact of hard work, perseverance, and a nurturing educational environment. SWA’s personalized learning framework empowers students to realize their full potential and make meaningful contributions to the world,” he said.
Ayden’s remarkable journey serves as a powerful inspiration for future generations to dream big and leverage their talents for global impact. SWA is proud to be part of his story, and his acceptance into Stanford reinforces the school's dedication to nurturing innovation and excellence. This was further exemplified by SWA’s recent victory as 1st winner of the World Robot Olympiad, highlighting the school’s role in empowering students to master cutting-edge technology and robotics, and preparing them to achieve world-class success and make a lasting impact.
