Alexie Ferguson

Hey! I’m Lexie, an 18 year old student at Auckland University of Technology (AUT), and I’m beyond thrilled to be a part of the Pinnacle Programme family. I am currently working towards a Bachelor of Arts, completing a double major in psychology and social sciences while working part time on weekends as a gymnastics coach.

I am extremely passionate about the creative arts such as writing and baking, however the majority of my days outside of Uni are filled with either a book in my hands or with headphones over my ears. However I am also very passionate towards mental health advocacy, as I had created and executed a school wide event for a high school assessment, which raised awareness for mental health in our community.

As a Stage 2 student within the Programme, it was such an honor to be able to experience Outward Bound and Spirit of New Zealand (Stage 1). Both of these trips completely changed my life for the better, taught me some incredible life lessons (such as optimism) and allowed me to improve other traits such as resilience and determination. I can’t wait to see what comes my way in Stage 3 and beyond!