In the minds of many, being a streamer and graduating from university seem to be two completely unrelated aspects and are two paths that are difficult to pursue simultaneously. A simple calculation shows that to graduate from university, you are at least 22 years old, which might be a bit late to start a career as a streamer. Not to mention, almost anyone who has graduated tends to aim for traditional jobs, rarely pursuing the option of becoming a streamer. Of course, there are exceptions, but they are not many.
However, the case of Shi Yue (Shí Yuè) is truly noteworthy. Not only did she graduate from Tsinghua University – one of the most prestigious universities in China, but she also achieved the valedictorian position in her admission exam. With parents both working in construction, Shi Yue chose to study architecture. Graduating with the best thesis, she then “conveniently” earned a master’s degree from Peking University as well. And just when her relatives, parents, and loved ones were expecting a bright future, she unexpectedly decided to abandon everything to become a streamer.
This decision disappointed many, as with her outstanding academic achievements and attractive appearance, she had long been an idol, a goddess in the eyes of her peers. Thus, Shi Yue’s choice faced strong opposition from those around her. She admitted to having a deep passion for gaming, initially sparked from “taking over the computer” from her father. However, even her parents couldn’t have guessed that their brilliant daughter had such a passion for gaming, considering her academic performance was always impressive.
Most expressed regret, believing she had wasted her innate talent. Some more malicious individuals even predicted a failure, a grim future for Shi Yue. But ignoring all, including her parents’ pleas, she followed the call of a gamer. And the outcome was surprising for everyone. After a few years of pursuing this path, Shi Yue has become a well-known streamer in China. In terms of influence, she has amassed a huge fanbase that far surpasses her previous master’s degree status. In terms of income, Shi Yue now earns hundreds of millions of dong each month, many times more than the average salary of a Tsinghua University graduate.
Thus, it can be seen that a love for gaming combined with impressive academic achievements can produce a perfect streamer persona.