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The Sichuan food delivery courier who was once an Internet phenomenon because of his English text messages to customers has been admitted by Sichuan International Studies University (SISU) after taking the self-taught examination for higher education.

The 18-year-old courier, Mao Zhaomu, on August 14 returned to the campus where he worked as a delivery boy, now as a student of the college.

Early this year Mao became an internet sensation for messaging customers in English. His story was widely reported by domestic media, attracting much public attention.

"I had to receive about two media outlets every day. I never expected such a big social impact," Mao said.

Even so, he still kept his dream of learning English alive every day after finishing work. "We all respect people with dreams. I encouraged him every time I received my food from him," a SISU student noted.

Mao struggled in science classes beginning in his middle school years, but he always excelled in English. Inspired by his English teacher who earned a university spot through independent study, Mao chose to formally drop out of high school. Ever since, entering SISU has been the young man's target.

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At the beginning of last March, Mao became a food delivery courier at SISU, all the while preparing for the college entrance examination.

Early last month, Mao stopped dispatching food and concentrated on preparations for the examination and college application. Today, his efforts have finally paid off. He received his admission letter from SISU on August 10.

Apart from his personal hard work, Mao also received assistance from an anonymous English teacher in Shanghai. The latter taught Mao through the Internet almost every day. Under his instruction, Mao's English improved greatly.

"I am very grateful to my parents," Mao said. His parents always supported his decision to go to university, though the family is not so well off financially. "I hope to make some money and take them to travel," Mao noted.

Mao plans to pass the College English Tests and national examination for interpretation. His dream is to participate in an English talk show held by China Central Television, CCTV.