Pham Thu Trang: Studying International Studies to gain a deeper understanding of her own country.

As the eldest of three sisters, Trang always strives to study hard and diligently help her parents to set a good example for her younger siblings. Being an excellent student for 12 consecutive years is the greatest encouragement Trang can give to her family.

Trang has many hobbies like other teenage girls, such as listening to music, especially KPOP. Her idol is Yona from the girl group Girl's Generation. Trang enjoys reading books about human development and loves traveling around the world.

Valedictorian Pham Thu Trang, a student majoring in International Studies.

From the moment she entered high school, Trang always thought about how she could become a pillar of support for her family, taking over the role of raising and helping her younger siblings. She shared her intention of studying in Japan to work while studying, earning money to cover her living expenses and ease her parents' burden. However, her parents advised her to try experiencing student life in Vietnam first, and then studying abroad wouldn't be too late. Following her parents' advice, Trang was determined to take the university entrance exam, and her high scores rewarded her hard work.

Initially, Trang applied for the International Business major at the National Economics University. However, after careful consideration, at the last minute when changing her application preferences, Trang chose the International Studies major at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities. Although her studies lean towards natural sciences, Trang said she enjoys majors that focus on understanding countries and global relationships. Understanding the world is a way to gain a deeper understanding of her own country and culture. Looking at the world also helps broaden her thinking and overcome her own conservative and limited perspectives. To date, Trang says she is completely satisfied with this choice and believes a bright future awaits her.