Introduction When people ask me what experience changed my life the most, I always go back to the same memory: the day I boarded a plane at 17 years old and flew across the world from Vietnam to Canada. I was heading to Pearson College UWC, one of the schools in the United World Colleges […]
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Jun
Jun
Happy Monday! My heart is still glowing from the incredible conversation I had yesterday with Nguyen Hoang Minh Hieu, our very first guest on the Sunny Valley Podcast. His story is nothing short of extraordinary, and I’m honored to share it with you. Hieu and I are both alumni of UWC Pearson College. Although we […]
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Jun
Jun
As I sit down to write, a soft warmth fills my chest. It’s the kind of warmth that comes from slowing down, checking in with yourself, and knowing that you are right where you need to be. This week has been busy—end-of-quarter wrap-ups, brainstorming sessions, volunteer work—but today, I gave myself permission to be fully […]
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Jan
Jan
Embracing the Cool Evenings of Ho Chi Minh City As the cool evenings grace Ho Chi Minh City this time of year, I find myself savoring the crisp air that makes December the coldest month in this bustling metropolis. Whether it’s the gentle chill of early mornings or the cool breezes at dusk, these moments […]
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Jan
Jan
A Transformative Experience It’s been two days since the conclusion of an extraordinary weekend filled with meaningful connections and transformative experiences. As I sip on ginger tea and reflect on the UWC scholarship selection days, my heart overflows with gratitude. The two-day event was intense and demanded a significant amount of energy, but it was […]
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Jan
Jan
As the final selection day for the United World Colleges (UWC) draws near, the excitement and nervousness are palpable. Time seems to fly, and it feels almost surreal to think about how far I’ve come since that spring morning in 2011 when I first embarked on my UWC journey. Back then, I was just a […]
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Dec
Dec
There’s something deeply rewarding about living a life of purpose. As I reflect on my recent days, balancing my commitments as Chairwoman for UWC Selection Season 2024-2025 and training as a triathlete, I realize how intertwined these two passions are—both pushing me to grow, give back, and live intentionally. Giving Back: The UWC Selection Journey […]