My time at Oxford left an indelible mark on me, transforming how I perceive education and learning. Beneath the medieval and Gothic architecture of the “City of Dreaming Spires” lies a centuries-old culture of intellectual curiosity and debate that permeates everything from classrooms to dining halls. Before Oxford, I was accustomed to an educational culture where students were expected to provide the “correct” or “model” answer. With examinations placing greater emphasis on rote memorization, there was often little room to question established viewpoints. Education frequently became a means to an end: entering a prestigious university, securing a desirable job and achieving financial stability. Learning for its own sake seemed secondary. At Oxford, however, I encountered something different. What first struck me was the genuine intellectual curiosity of my fellow Oxonians. Regardless of their disciplines, they were eager to discuss their research, however niche or unconventional. While pursuing my master's in International Relations at St Antony’s College, I occasionally