Pathway to success: From Vietnam to UniMelb and beyond
Alice Vo is a Bachelor of Commerce student who participated in Trinity College's Foundation Studies. We asked Alice how the program prepared her for life at Melbourne, including the key skills she’s continued to draw on both in and outside the classroom.
Q&A with Alice
What was your favourite subject during the Foundation Studies program, and why?
My favourite subject was Literature as I am a fan of poems, books and anything that is related to literature. I was able to develop a deeper understanding of a lot of amazing writings, such as Romeo and Juliet. Also my teacher was very nice and caring, as she always supported my ideas and helped me develop skills that I was missing.
What was your favourite thing about being a Foundation Studies student?
The best thing about being a Foundation Studies student was all the new people I got to meet and the chance to create a strong relationship with both fellow students and staff. I feel like Trinity College is my family away from home and I never felt left out. I have developed great friendships and always felt that I had someone to go to when I needed help.
Why did you choose to study at the University of Melbourne?
The major I wanted to study is highly ranked at UniMelb and they also have a high quality of teaching. This was made evident when I became a student as there is amazing staff that support international students.
What has the highlight of your Melbourne experience been so far?
I have had the opportunity to do a lot of volunteering. My most memorable volunteering experience was when I had the chance to participate in the Walk for Mental Health event. I learnt many new things from that event and it helped me to understand the seriousness of mental health, which is missing in my country.
How do you get involved in university life outside of the classroom?
I have participated in sports and have continued to learn new skills throughout my UniMelb experience.
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