Breaking her sister’s record two years ago, Alisa Pham is a doubles student at the University of Technology Auckland, New Zealand.
At 12 years old, Alisa Pham is the youngest student at Auckland University of Technology (AUT) – a school in the top 1% of universities globally. By 2022 peringkat THAT (the world’s most prestigious and influential university ranking organization), AUT ranks among the 201-250 best schools in the world and is ranked second in New Zealand.
Alisa’s achievement surpassed her sister’s record two years ago. Vicky Ngo Ngoc, Alisa’s sister, became a student at the age of 13 – the youngest at the school at that time. Vicky will graduate from AUT’s applied mathematics program at the age of 15 and plans to pursue a PhD in data science.
Alison Sykora, a spokeswoman for AUT, said: “Alisa is our youngest student to date.”
The student was impressed by her academic achievements, maturity, and intelligence. AUT should implement the same support system they have created for Alisa’s sister. “This system includes special security arrangements, representatives accompanying children to class during the first semester, and regular meetings with support staff,” the school said.
Alisa Pham. Photo: Brett Phibbs
Alisa said she was very inspired by her sister, Vicky. Like you, I also signed up for AUT. Despite not being accepted into law, he earned a bachelor’s degree in communication studies with a dual major in digital branding and creative branding. For Alisa, getting into this major is a blessing.
He was also interviewed by the Stanford University Admissions Office as a prospective freshman.
In 2017, Alisa and her mother and sister Vicky moved from Vietnam to New Zealand. He was in St Thomas’ fourth grade, finished high school in 10 months and entered Selwyn College last year.
According to Mr. Andrew Speed, vice principal of Selwyn College, Alisa did very well in high school and passed the entrance test.
“Alisa has demonstrated the drive and independent learning style that will make her excel in a university setting,” said Mr Speed.
Despite her superior intelligence, Alisa is still a child. During interviews, she giggled when talking about her hobbies squash, swimming and art.
“I like to draw comics and design clothes when I’m alone. If I have friends, I like sports or playing games,” said Alisa. “I’m like many other kids, with normal hobbies.”
Alisa’s mother said she chose to move to New Zealand because she wanted her children to have better opportunities.
“I am a single mother, so my life is centered around my two daughters,” the mother said.
Alisa could read books on her own at the age of two.
“He is also very good at languages. I was impressed by how he was able to use English fluently in a few short years,” said the mother.
Under the guidance of her mother, Alisa founded an NGO called House of Wisdom in 2020, offering online English classes, soft skills training and investment advice.
“Alisa runs an online program, gives advice to children in Vietnam and recently joined as a speaker to support those who have lost a parent to Covid-19,” the mother said.
Apart from being good at learning, Alisa has also been very active in investing in stocks in the last three years.
Alisa is starting to adapt to university life, although at first she is a little nervous. I expect more face-to-face contact when the epidemic situation allows. In the future, the student still plans to get a law degree after completing her studies in communication.
“I want to have a career in the media and aspire to be a journalist,” said Alisa.
Dawn (Based on NZ Herald)
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