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Building Brilliance: Hai Anh Vue and the Future of Learning on Whidbey Island
Manage episode 476032308 series 3638350
Today’s guest is about to blow your mind, expand your horizons, and quite possibly make you wish you’d paid more attention in science class.
We are talking to the brilliant Hai Anh Vue, the powerhouse behind the Whidbey Island Language, Art, and STEM Center—or, as the cool kids say, WILASC. Now, I know what you’re thinking: ‘Wait, an educational center that combines languages, art, and STEM? That’s like the ultimate brain-boosting trifecta!’ And you would be absolutely right.
Hai Anh has created something truly special—an innovative space where curiosity thrives, kids (and let’s be honest, adults too) can explore new ideas, and learning is anything but boring. Whether it’s diving into a new language, getting hands-on with science, or unleashing creativity through art, WILASC is making education feel like an adventure. We have all seen the ads on social media called ‘Masterclass’, where experts in their field let you in on how they have mastered their craft. This is the same thing, but for the kids!
I’m genuinely inspired by Hai Anh and everything she’s accomplished. In just four years on the island, she’s launched WILASC, brought it to life, and built a team of local instructors to support her vision. She told me she simply decided to put herself out there and *make it happen*. And let’s be honest—while the saying “build it and they will come” sounds great, it’s not the full story. Success takes more than a good idea. You have to solve a real problem, create a structure that delivers on its promises, and keep spreading the word, day after day. It’s hard work. It’s perseverance. It’s navigating resistance, roadblocks, and setbacks.
What impresses me most about Hai isn’t just that she’s incredibly smart—it’s that she’s doing *all* of that. And because of her vision, dedication, and grit, our children on this small island now have access to opportunities they might never have had otherwise.
So, get ready for a conversation about why this kind of learning matters, what it takes to build a center like this on Whidbey Island, and why you should never underestimate the power of combining left-brain logic with right-brain creativity. Trust me, you’re going to want to take notes. Let’s get to it!"
Find WILASC on Instagram and Facebook.
Follow LOCAL WHIDBEY WITH MAGSY is on @LocalWhidbeyPodcast ... Link: INSTAGRAM
If you love Whidbey Island Merchandise, I have the perfect branding ... AUDACIOUS ISLANDER(tm) Merchandise can be purchased on sweatshirts, tee shirts, travel mugs, coffee cups, duffle bags and more. Check it out.
You may also get to know Magsy and subscribe for invites to her supper club, at https://withmagsy.com.
14 episodes
Manage episode 476032308 series 3638350
Today’s guest is about to blow your mind, expand your horizons, and quite possibly make you wish you’d paid more attention in science class.
We are talking to the brilliant Hai Anh Vue, the powerhouse behind the Whidbey Island Language, Art, and STEM Center—or, as the cool kids say, WILASC. Now, I know what you’re thinking: ‘Wait, an educational center that combines languages, art, and STEM? That’s like the ultimate brain-boosting trifecta!’ And you would be absolutely right.
Hai Anh has created something truly special—an innovative space where curiosity thrives, kids (and let’s be honest, adults too) can explore new ideas, and learning is anything but boring. Whether it’s diving into a new language, getting hands-on with science, or unleashing creativity through art, WILASC is making education feel like an adventure. We have all seen the ads on social media called ‘Masterclass’, where experts in their field let you in on how they have mastered their craft. This is the same thing, but for the kids!
I’m genuinely inspired by Hai Anh and everything she’s accomplished. In just four years on the island, she’s launched WILASC, brought it to life, and built a team of local instructors to support her vision. She told me she simply decided to put herself out there and *make it happen*. And let’s be honest—while the saying “build it and they will come” sounds great, it’s not the full story. Success takes more than a good idea. You have to solve a real problem, create a structure that delivers on its promises, and keep spreading the word, day after day. It’s hard work. It’s perseverance. It’s navigating resistance, roadblocks, and setbacks.
What impresses me most about Hai isn’t just that she’s incredibly smart—it’s that she’s doing *all* of that. And because of her vision, dedication, and grit, our children on this small island now have access to opportunities they might never have had otherwise.
So, get ready for a conversation about why this kind of learning matters, what it takes to build a center like this on Whidbey Island, and why you should never underestimate the power of combining left-brain logic with right-brain creativity. Trust me, you’re going to want to take notes. Let’s get to it!"
Find WILASC on Instagram and Facebook.
Follow LOCAL WHIDBEY WITH MAGSY is on @LocalWhidbeyPodcast ... Link: INSTAGRAM
If you love Whidbey Island Merchandise, I have the perfect branding ... AUDACIOUS ISLANDER(tm) Merchandise can be purchased on sweatshirts, tee shirts, travel mugs, coffee cups, duffle bags and more. Check it out.
You may also get to know Magsy and subscribe for invites to her supper club, at https://withmagsy.com.
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