Penang lad accepted into Stanford University

Melwin and his parents giving the thumbs up during the meeting with Chow at Komtar.

MELWIN Cheng, 20, did Penang and his parents proud when he gained a place at prestigious Stanford University in the United States.

He was presented with RM3,000 and a certificate of recognition when he and his parents met Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow at Chow’s office in Komtar.