“One of the biggest gaps [in higher education] is that it is exclusive, and when you look at the world, it’s a privilege for a few and not a basic right. I believe that it can be a basic right; we can serve everyone, and that is what we’re doing, with a model that accommodates as many students as [needed],” says Shai Reshef, our 2023 Yidan Prize for Education Development Laureate, Founder and President of University of the People.

In an interview with SCMP Young Post, Shai and Li Pui-ha, an MBA graduate of University of the People, discuss the importance of breaking down barriers and promoting inclusivity in higher education, sharing how University of the People offers tuition-free programs and personalized support. Pui-ha also shares her experience of receiving exceptional guidance from the university, and the opportunity to pursue her dream career as a writer.

Read the full article here.