In this Spring season, Phoenix around the world are sending Dr Elizabeth Gale their best wishes, following the joyful arrival of her daughter, Ava Marie. On behalf of UNIS Hanoi, Aisling O’Brien, Director of Advancement, shares Lunar New Year greetings and updates from across our global community.
Alumni Gatherings
Our Phoenix community continues to gather around the world. We invite you to join our upcoming events in Seoul, Tokyo and Amsterdam to reconnect, share memories, and forge new friendships.
UNIS Hanoi’s mentorship programme offers you the opportunity to help shape the next generation of global changemakers. By becoming a mentor, you can guide and inspire current students and fellow alumni through sharing your experiences and insights. It’s a rewarding way to give back to the Phoenix community while staying connected.
Signing up takes just a few minutes. Register via our secure password-protected alumni platform,UNIS Hanoi Global, using email, Facebook, or LinkedIn, and simply select “Willing to help.”
Since October, we have welcomed more than 130 alumni back to campus, reconnecting with teachers, revisiting favourite spaces, and sharing memories. Click here to see who visited
Planning a trip to Hanoi? We would love to welcome you back for a walk down memory lane. Register your visit here
Class of 2016 – 10-Year Reunion
(Friday, 4 December)
Mark your calendar! The Class of 2016 is invited back to campus to celebrate your 10-year reunion and reconnect with classmates and teachers.
Your visit will also coincide with Winter Fest, offering a chance to experience the energy of a UNIS high school celebration once again.
What began as a love for personal style at UNIS Hanoi has grown into Kina and Tam, a fashion brand founded by Linnie Tam (Class of 2014) that celebrates individuality, playfulness, and thoughtful design.
After studying in Australia and building experience through thrifting and online resale, Linnie transformed her passion into a creative business focused on expressive fashion and fair pricing.
Phoenix around the world can explore the collection and enjoy 20% off with the code UNIS20.Read Linnie’s story
Carrying the Phoenix Spirit from Hanoi to Amsterdam
This January, siblings Ella (Class of 2024) and Rafael Gubbels (Class of 2023) returned to UNIS Hanoi to share what life after graduation has really been like.
Now studying criminology and medicine in Amsterdam, they spoke with Grade 12 students about finding community, staying grounded through sport and service, and carrying UNIS values into new environments.Read their story
A Phoenix Across Two UN Schools
Former UNIS Hanoi Technology Director Adam Archer recently returned to campus for the Learning2 Asia Conference, reconnecting with colleagues and the community he called home for more than eight years.
Now based at UNIS New York, Adam reflected on how his time in Hanoi shaped his journey in education and prepared him for the fast-paced environment of New York. Despite the move, he said the spirit of both schools remains the same, grounded in UN values of kindness, multiculturalism, and community.
We recently welcomed Jennifer Smith, a former parent and music teacher, who returned with a collection of photos from the early days of UNIS Hanoi at the Văn Phúc campus.
After 25 years, John Cho (Class of 2000) returned to UNIS Hanoi — this time as a teacher. While completing his teaching certification through Moreland University, John supported Social Studies and Global Politics classes, working alongside teachers and leading lessons.
A full-circle moment for a Phoenix returning to the place that first shaped him. Watch John’s story
When Kelly Emblem (Class of 2013) returned to UNIS Hanoi as a guest speaker, it truly felt like coming home. Now working in healthcare and occupational therapy in Canada, Kelly shared how her passion for supporting marginalised communities grew from the empathy and curiosity she first developed at UNIS Hanoi.
Connecting with students and seeing reflections of her own journey made the visit especially meaningful. As Kelly shared, giving back is part of what makes the Phoenix community so special.
Alumni Gatherings
Giving Back to the Next Generation
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