Computer Science at University of Cambridge
Alisa approaches problem solving from the creative side instead of focusing on learning theorems. Why has she has medalled in two different top international Olympiads (mathematics and informatics)? Because she’s great at turning setbacks into motivation. And when she gets stuck on a problem, she simplifies it rather than making it more complex. Her hobbies have included gymnastics and choral singing.
We caught up before she started university (interview edited for length and clarity):
