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Forever Phoenix (Summer Alumni E-News 2024-2025)

Welcome, Class of 2025!
 

Always a Phoenix: In the Words of Our Alumni

With more than 13,000 alumni around the world, our global network is growing stronger than ever. From reunions and mentorship to campus visits, career support, and opportunities to give back, the UNIS Hanoi Alumni Programme is here to keep you connected, wherever life takes you.

For the first time, hear directly from alumni around the world on what the UNIS Hanoi alumni programme means to them.
 

A Grateful Farewell to Jane McGee

As Jane McGee concludes her transformative tenure as Head of School (2018–2025), we celebrate her visionary leadership and deep commitment to the UNIS Hanoi community.

From navigating the pandemic to spearheading campus development; from championing sustainability to fostering global citizenship, Jane’s legacy is one of service, resilience and courage. We are proud to welcome her to the UNIS Hanoi alumni community as she embarks on her next chapter in Brazil, at Graded, The American School of São Paulo.

Read the full tribute
 

Global Reunions News

This year’s reunion season wrapped up with two joyful gatherings in Singapore and Seoul, bringing together alumni across generations for laughter, stories, and reconnection.

Photos from both events are now live! Head to the Photos section on UNIS Hanoi Global to see who came and relive the moments.

With alumni gatherings gaining momentum worldwide, we want to hear from you: Where should we go next? Just hit reply to this email and let us know where you are. Your city could be on our 2025-26 reunion map!
 

Alumni Notes
 
   

A Legacy of Care: The Van der Velden-Garner Family’s 19-Year Commitment
This summer, the Van der Velden-Garner family closes a meaningful chapter as their youngest child graduates from UNIS Hanoi. After 19 years, three full journeys from Discovery to Grade 12, and countless contributions to school life, the entire family now joins our alumni community.

Read their story of connection, growth, and the powerful bond between family and school.
 
   

From Recipes to Research: Phuong Le’s Story
Currently engineering diagnostic tools in Seattle, Phuong Le (Class of 2019) while at UNIS, he crafted his cookbook, A Slice of My Hanoi, blending care, precision, food, memory, and identity. Today, he brings that same balanced spirit and integrity to his work in biotech—and credits UNIS Hanoi for the mindset that guides him.

Read more
A Slice of My Hanoi is available to download here
 
   

“Once a Phoenix”: Romi Efrat’s Homecoming
From learning English as a new third grader to reading stories to kindergarteners on her return, Romi Efrat (Class of 2011) reflects on how her time at UNIS Hanoi helped her discover her identity and find community around the world.

Read more or watch her story
 
   

A Note of Belonging: Nam Anh’s Return to UNIS Hanoi
Back on campus after three years, Khanh Nam Anh Pham (Class of 2027) led a music class with passion and poise. His return was a testament to the lifelong sense of belonging that UNIS Hanoi instills—and his desire to give back to the community that shaped him.

Read more
 

Honouring the Heart of UNIS Hanoi

From classrooms to campus corners, our faculty and staff have shaped generations of learners with dedication and quiet strength.

This summer, we honour our retiring colleagues and those receiving Long Service Awards. Stay tuned for our upcoming podcast series featuring heartfelt reflections from retiring faculty, sharing stories, wisdom, and a few surprises along the way.
 

In Memoriam: Clemence Barbier
 
   

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we share the passing of Clemence Barbier, who served as the beloved French teacher for our Elementary students at UNIS Hanoi from 2004 to 2015. Clemence passed away on 12 May 2025 at 5:00 AM in Paris, surrounded by her family and partner, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Clemence was a cherished educator whose kindness, humour, and passion for teaching left a lasting impression on many. Her ability to connect with children and ignite joy in learning made her a treasured part of the UNIS Hanoi experience for over a decade.

We know many in our alumni community—former students, colleagues, and parents—will remember Clemence with affection and gratitude. We send our deepest sympathies to her family and to all who knew and loved her.
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