'I want to leave my mark on the world': 13-year-old ASU student heading to medical school

First, she wowed the country when she was admitted to ASU at just 12 Years old! But now, Alena Analeigh's dreams are taking her to medical school.

[@reet7060]

I think it’s important to note that the combination of this bright girl’s intellect AND her parents’ resources have put in her a position to do so. She is blessed and privileged because of this. There are other extremely smart children who may never get an opportunity to succeed in a field they’re passionate for or even find that passion, simply because of the situation they were born into. Congrats to her and I wish her all the best!!❤

[@minervasanchez-tenorio3531]

True 💯

[@sheddinglightspreadingligh8864]

EVERY SINGLE TIME a blk girl or woman is highlighted for something good, one of you petty haters comes to throw shade then pretend like you're not. EVERY SINGLE TIME. Are NONE of you confident enough to just let a blk girl or woman have her moment? You did this to the blk summer and winter Olympians, you've done it to actresses, congresswomen, etc. Jesus, talk about an EASY way to spot an insecure person, just mention a blk girl or woman and your insecurities and immaturity comes FLYING OUT AS USUAL. Just admit that you don't have the maturity to let blk women and girls have anything good - you NEED it to feel good about yourselves.

[@kunzetale]

I am not jealous but she should watch out because this is man's world and I don't need to over emphasize that.....

[@benitaesq_]

What resources does she have access to via her parents because it was not mentioned in the video? They did speak about her traveling to Jordan, but nothing else. As a child I traveled internationally but had to work hard in college, graduate school and not so much in law school…lol.

[@MrBLAA]

Don’t forget her prior two years have consisted of University “online learning” (due to COVID restrictions)… I really hope she didn’t Chegg/cheat her way through her prior coursework

[@ahmedsiro1656]

I’m almost 28 now and starting medical school in the Caribbean in September. I cannot wait to accomplish my life long dream. People go in different paces

[@traceylawrence7363]

We all run our own race

[@pixlgamez1065]

Caribbean medical schools are very predatory. Best of luck my friend. Hope you make it out.

[@weirdo-gj5xz]

this isn't about you

[@Candycloud_19]

@@weirdo-gj5xz shut up who told u to comment

[@ahmedsiro1656]

@@weirdo-gj5xz isn’t it obvious?!

[@tonip2910]

Young lady we are very proud of you!!! You have already made a wonderful mark in this world!! Thank you for being the example that need to be seen by our youth. God bless you ALWAYS!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Marie-mq3kb]

Good for her! I'm 10 years her senior, failed stats and am on academic probation lolol. I'm very happy for her! Also a fellow Texan! 🥰🥰

[@mwanaidially6549]

Hey ,marie hope u good u did statitics dear?

[@Marie-mq3kb]

@@mwanaidially6549 Aww, hey. Thanks for asking! 🥰 I'm retaking it now and have an incredible professor. I'm doing a lot better in the course. 🙂

[@alenaanaleigh.]

Hi Marie I hope you pass Stats I know it's a hard class but you got this

[@STFU255]

This is absolutely awesome! She’s going to do so much for the world. We are all cheering for her and wishing her nothing but the best! Kick butt!

[@dorcaskaindu7939]

Im 25 years old and I am absolutely inspired. You girl go. With passion and dedication you can achieve anything.

[@ohdear4133]

You go girl reach for the stars and beyond.

[@sheddinglightspreadingligh8864]

Not all of us are haters! Some of us can be happy for a girl without trying to put a stain on her moment, so BIG CONGRATS to this young lady!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@adr77510]

You're missing the point. She's obviously incredibly intelligent and inspiring but naturally people are worried about the effects this will have on her. Should a minor really have to face the abuse of difficult patients? Should someone this young be placed under so much pressure and be stripped of her teen years?

[@kaaay0313]

@Adrián McMahon if she doesn’t feel it’s like that then it’s not like that if you hold her back to be like the other kids when she’s not she will become bored she is on a higher level and plenty kids for decades who are very smart skipped to college young they turned out fine

[@adr77510]

@@kaaay0313 Did you know what you wanted to dedicate your life to at the age of 13? And you’re not realizing just how difficult medical school is on your mental health. Going through that at the same time your brain is developing is very dangerous

[@alenaanaleigh.]

​@@adr77510but who said I wanted to do patient care I think that's what everyone is missing being a doctor doesn't always =patient care

[@adr77510]

@@alenaanaleigh. That is true, but in medical school you’ll have to try all the specialties so do be aware that many will place you in situations where patient care is a heavy part of your role. Pathology, radiology, and the such are good alternatives for people like you.

[@beautifulleopard3929]

This is absolutely fantastic, congratulations young lady. Well done. ♥️🥂💐

[@michahtaylor1182]

When something good is happening we should support, inspire, and comment to create change even if it takes our last breath away!

[@Loveladylove]

Omg what a beautiful spirit, she is an angel sent from the heavens to encourage our young black girls🙏🏾

[@ury2936]

She is not "black". Beside that: she can be inspirational for all kind of people. Your remark feeds racism.

[@Abymilde]

@@ury2936 If she's not black, what is she? Purple?

[@iris7301]

@@ury2936 She is black and proud don’t try that all kind of people rubbish.

[@daniellevy4104]

She must read insanely fast , my sister is in medical school , Emory in Georgia .. and she reads non-stop no social life at all … she’s top of the class but , I couldn’t imagine her doing it faster , it doesn’t seem possible . Congratulations 🎉🍾🎈

[@Me-gh4qu]

How old is sister if I may ask

[@flanagamer]

So she’ll basically be a robot and her coworkers won’t like her and patients won’t trust her…great. We need PERSONABLE doctors who show empathy, not robots who are book smart but nothing else. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@daniellevy4104]

@@flanagamer I’d prefer a brilliant doctor that knows how to fix me who’s cold and efficient. And a warm kind Nurse .. than a fake nice doctor who’s nice cause they don’t know anything and isn’t sure what todo ..

[@kunzetale]

I am not jealous but she should watch out because this is man's world and I don't need to over emphasize that.....

[@daniellevy4104]

@@kunzetale not really , it hasn’t been a mans world since ww2 .. it’s not a pretty equal world , plenty of powerful and untouchable women out there .. scary to some maybe but true .

[@marsharowaihy6725]

I think this is SO great!! Good luck to you!❤️

[@Skaniathespartan]

You go girl. Black girl magic. Got to give flowers 🌼🌹 to her parents or whoever raise this young lady. Such an inspiration

[@denisesmith6885]

No, Not Magic but dedication, hard work/discipline and single minded focus.

[@Skaniathespartan]

@@denisesmith6885 I strongly agree. Definitely needs to live by that myself. Thanks for replying 🙂. Much appreciated. Stay bless

[@denisesmith6885]

@@Skaniathespartan No one can rob you of your dreams and your future but you. Reach high and believe you can do whatever you put your mind to.

[@Skaniathespartan]

@@denisesmith6885 ❤

[@Anniefawesome]

Turns out she's a super genius!!! I am so happy for her!! Keep fighting the good fight!!

[@mikemccuin2384]

Congrats to you Young Lady!

[@winniegichimu3174]

You soo sweet....big brains with still a small pretty heart inside there...good girl ..May we all make it

[@gabbymiles5655]

Congrats on all her success God bless the family❤️🙏🏾

[@true_gift2329]

Wow I know her parents are so proud of her🙌🏾💯💕

[@ensuingm.d.studyjunkiee8514]

Me @13 - "I want to be a doctor" Me @23 - "I want to be a doctor" Alena @13 - "hold my pen..." This legend who walks among us brings joy and inspiration to my heart. Good luck to ya and may God provide strength, protection, and wisdom unto ya.

[@MohamedAhmed-wc3pw]

Me @24 taking the MCAT for the third time 😂

[@alenaanaleigh.]

​@@MohamedAhmed-wc3pwyou got this I hope you do well you got this

[@johngrey1074]

As a medical student, I have to say that it’s too early for her to go to med school. No matter how bright she is, there’s a high level of social and biological maturity needed. Should she be inspecting men’s penis ulcers when she’s 15 or 16 years old? Should she be dissecting real human bodies when she’s barely old enough to watch a PG-13 film? I don’t see what the huge rush is.

[@weirdo-gj5xz]

I'm a medical student as well and had the same thoughts during the video. She will be stripped of her youth, and unfortunately this can have serious negative effects on her mental health and social development. grown adults in their 20s get broken down by medical school, imagine a 14 year old.. :/

[@williamfrederickiii1683]

Did a PhD in EE and am now an MD. If she couldn’t suffer through a year of an undergrad engineering program, not sure med school and residency will be well-tolerated. Agree that taking time off would be a good idea before starting. Best of luck!

[@benitaesq_]

Agreed

[@lolok1099]

A normie brain like you wouldn’t understand

[@demiakinleye-abraham6990]

@@weirdo-gj5xz ur right, but she isn't a normal child obviously. Hindering her academic progress because of her age will prolly lead her to boredom and disinterest. Not saying she needs medical school to stimulate her academically but surely she must need some sort of program tailored to her intelligence

[@ccd5942]

Girl gooooo!!! Such a inspiration!!! It’s ok that she changed her mind she is amazing!! She is our ancestors wildest dreams!

[@TinasCrazyLife]

This absolutely beyond amazing!!! Congratulations to her!! Well done!!!

[@rashidawilkinson]

Put some respect on our HBCU. She goes to Oakwood University. How do I know? We’re in the same surgical club together. Still proud of her though 🙌🏾

[@brain683]

Oakwood University of Seventh day Adventist. I went there did pre med and I am now a doctor. Thank God my mother invested in a Christian education.

[@rashidawilkinson]

@@brain683 I’m a bio major and an entrepreneurship minor. Enter to learn. Depart to serve

[@alenaanaleigh.]

Hey Rashida..Enter To Learn Depart to Serve ❤

[@deborahbryant2395]

WOW, you go girl!!! Congratulations in all you do. You make me proud. Keep up that fantabulous job you are doing. 🤩🥰💗💖💝💘💞💚💛💜

[@glazedguava7984]

Oh to have a photo graphic memory, what I would pay, well done young lady.

[@fouziah]

I’m glad her encouraged her!| bet there are countless kids who could do amazing things if only their parents were as driven as they were

[@515ventures3]

Yes we need more doctor’s! There is such a shortage!

[@teresacorley7874]

So proud of b you keep up the greatvwork you truly are a inspiration to all yong teens

[@dianeneubert9183]

What an inspiration to all people of the world! Blessings

[@charlessantee8329]

Congratulations to you academic achievement I am proud of you keep up the good work!

[@messagekem]

I love her spirit, her mind, and her Black beauty!!!! She is awesome!!!!!! Already giving so much to others!!!

[@potentialsomebody2615]

Amazing story . . . Keep pushing reminds me of a 13/14 year old math wiz from South Africa being sourced by a University Chancellor if I recall well - Keep pushing and inspiring "all" looking past the "Labels of Classification" I'll stop right there . . .

[@87KHarris]

This is amazing!!

[@Heykay34]

You go girl! You inspire me! 🤯

[@deenice8549]

YESSS!! You go girl!!! I’m so proud of you and I don’t even know you 🥲

[@williebrinson4699]

Congratulations and best of success, I know you can do it!

[@naniagnanakkan1306]

If she did not do it then people would still question. She did it. Good for her godbless.

[@wonderbarnett7867]

God bless you and your family. Congratulations 🎊 👏 💐

[@LeeTheGemini]

This is beautiful I love to see it!!!

[@AN-jw2oe]

Just a guess… was she homeschooled?!? Well done, young lady! ❤️

[@agyeiwaaboateng5037]

heard she was, there's something about this homeschooled thing tho

[@dogblues4829]

Oceans of blessings. Oceans of blessings. Oceans of blessings

[@lindaallen9141]

Such a blessing!

[@uniqueballoons1]

Congratulations The Sky is the Limit.

[@gmagee2573]

Your are inspiring to others. I pray your success will challenge other young girls and boys to rise to the challenge of reaching higher levels of education as they find they are capable of more and more at higher levels of academic and professional achievements. God bless those inspired by your rising to the next level of success.

[@IOU88]

Ofcourse!! So proud 👏 🥲 🥰

[@daphnerodriguez9980]

POWERFUL BLACK GIRL 13 YEARS CONGRATULATIONS 🎉 THANKS YOU GOODNESS 🌟 ❤️🖤💚🤎 FAMILY DAPHNE COTTON ALWAYS 💜 AWESOME BEAUTIFUL

[@tesaperry2575]

God has truly blessed her so you keep doing what you do luv god bless you!!!!✝️🙏😇

[@benjaminsandoval5507]

In the words of Alicia Keys " That Girl Is On Fire"

[@tinasmith5752]

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[@tinasmith5752]

🔥BLACK GIRLS ROCK🔥 CONGRATULATIONS! CONTINUE TO SHOOT FOR THE STAR'S! YOUR ARE ON 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@supriseimblack]

There's not one other video on KZbin about her. I mean she's supposed to have the foundation. And that's a world record right there..

[@gwen3010]

Congrats to you!!!!

[@jancoo2029]

Congratulations! I pray God protects you and grants you favor!

[@hellophilly5718]

Wow!!!

[@janomesteve3129]

She is not the only smart child in the world just one of the lucky ones There are so many smart children in this world But there are many Continents and Countries that will never let a child that age at a College or University because u must finish high school

[@terejosh13]

you are not just a troll and in this case we are the unlucky ones

[@oyindaclark4015]

Congratulations 🎉🎉👏👏

[@Roonlovesfish3874]

More power to her! Kudos!

[@tiffanyparrish755]

You go girl!!

[@sarahdubois2386]

her IQ must be off the charts. people like this are born as geniuses.

[@kimsmith8505]

Finally someone who will be finishing med school and won’t retire shortly after because med school, residency and fellowship take so long.

[@flanagamer]

You gonna trust a 20 something to perform open-heart surgery on you? 😅😅

[@s.w2934]

you could become a doctor in your early thirties. it’s all a matter of perspective and what you want .

[@patriciagreen9877]

God bless 👏

[@mlkrinsky]

This story does not make sense? Finishing 2.5 yrs of college in 1 year, and applying to med school, taking MCAT? Really?

[@love2shop1996]

LMFAO🤣🤣 It seems like anything is doable these days for some weird odd reason LOL🤣 The world doesn’t make sense lol☠️

[@danielgodfrey4415]

Hopefully she can handle the classes. I know I wouldn't be able to at 18.

[@Amber-nd5zk]

Very smart. May the almighty Yahweh who gives knowledge and foresight protect you and make your dreams come true!

[@bullpolite3342]

I love it. 💯🔥🔥🔥

[@MiltV121]

Amazing!...

[@nat-nb3yz]

Good for her but I just hope she can still enjoy her teenage years!

[@lorettadavis7547]

That's a gift from Yah

[@thekaerichtexas]

Freaking amazing!!!!

[@thabitabokolomba8631]

God bless you

[@peachesb-georgia1125]

So proud of you 👏😄...

[@denisesmith6885]

She has been accepted into medical school but the question is this acceptance to start after she completes college in a couple of years at age 15?? When I was in Medical School you had to be age 21 to get a Medical license after graduation. Is that still true? Congrats!! You will continue to make history!

[@insearchof9903]

I hate that these type of videos get so few views and comments. We as a black people need to do better, no matter if no other race watches these videos and applaud these children, we should. We should uplift our own children and not worry about everybody else up lifting our children.

[@arf2847]

Way to go! Perfect timing! We need new and young immunologists and people who want to go to Mars and outer space.👌 As soon as she turns 18, she'll be very independent and live as a person who can make lots of money and save lives, a doctor! She is an inspiring and extremely bright young girl! Best Wishes to her!

[@KA-eu9sy]

Jonny Kim, is an American US Navy lieutenant commander (former SEAL), physician, and NASA astronaut.

[@CloseYourWombs]

Wow

[@jasoncourtneyrollins5761]

Impressive, best of luck

[@HarrisonLapahie]

Wonderful ! It's not really hard hard work that made her successful, but being born with an intellect far beyond the normal child. Also having the monetary resources, at such a young age, to fly from one place to another, just to go to take a class. Almost no one has those monetary resources. I was wondering what she found wrong with being an Engineer and then working with NASA? It is just as good as being an MD.

[@LilJbm1]

She's a child who has no idea what she wants to do and isn't old or mature enough to make these decisions. That's pretty obvious. Take 1 single engineering class and find out it isn't for you after talking up this supposed big dream of working at NASA? That's her being 12 and having no idea what engineering actually is. Just like she has no idea what being a physician is like nor a virologist. It really is incredibly irresponsible what will happen to her. I hope medicine is all she believes it to be, but considering she got accepted with virtually 0 clinical experience of any kind, she probably has no idea and may just "lose interest" in this too because she's just now hitting puberty and doesn't have any idea what she wants. Her parents are the orchestraters of this.

[@famf6234]

👏👏👏

[@forestbear7943]

😊😊😊😊❤😌

[@martinfamily546]

Homeschooled girl! 👏 👏 👏

[@roxsandbebbs2715]

Good for her 👏

[@marciawatley9659]

🤲🏽💥💯💫👑❣️

[@angelaonthego]

She finished undergrad in 1 year???

[@supriseimblack]

Why is this story so short?

[@aisha2luv464]

Awesome news!!!!

[@leonwhite1957]

C'mon Oprah have a show about this young woman! She's inspiring, show some love!

[@dogblues4829]

We really need more Black Doctors

[@ury2936]

We need more doctors. Who cares what kind of skin they have?

[@daveyjones3016]

@@ury2936 We do need more black doctors because its literally proven how patient outcomes improve when treated by black doctors.

[@chuckpuck6744]

No we need more doctors in general. Why is it always a race thing

[@daveyjones3016]

@@chuckpuck6744 It matters because we know that black patients have better health outcomes when treated by black doctors.

[@chuckpuck6744]

@@daveyjones3016 so you're saying that white doctors don't care as much ?

[@deyvismejia7529]

I really hope she takes a gap year or two before med school, she is so young!

[@Dananne-yf6fq]

Let God leave His mark on you.

[@elimaderak9758]

NOT a product of public school.

[@karenchatterton9285]

Good for her

[@angc.8810]

My son is 16 and has been in STEM program since he was 12. It was offered to minority people back then through his school. So I'm curious about the brown Stem program? It was offered to blacks and Hispanics so I'm curious about hers. She should be very proud of herself don't listen to any negative remarks not that you even have to. Keep doing what you're doing kiddo 👏

[@lataciajackson6574]

❤❤❤❤❤🙏🏿😁💯‼ GOD BLESS you in the Mighty name of Jesus CHRIST AMEN

[@yvonnewhite5798]

Genius

[@nostalgiajuana]

Congratulations I wish more of the youth would be like this or atleast make an attempt, here in Chicago 13 yo black kids are turning into car jackers and murderers

[@stevenwhite3.1415]

This girl is not just some average run of the mill teen. She most likely has an eidetic memory. That's likely why she hopped into medicine instead of engineering.

[@devinemindz]

Believe it

[@ShesGiftedAndProspering]

I’m SOOOOO PROUD OF HERRRR!!!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS 🥳🤩🎉 this shows we can accomplish ANYTHING we put our minds to!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@divadiva684]

She is too rushed and if not careful these types of kids have social problems, I hope her parents are focusing on her social aspect too.

[@bigbrain7149]

This just shows that color doesn't matter. It matters how much you study and stay in school.

[@whitebroccoli694]

But it does matter. As long as they can use it to their advantage and oppress others color will always matter.

[@donnawoodford6641]

Whatever career path she takes, she's smart enough to know that kindness matters most.

[@donnawoodford6641]

@@firstnamelastname9444 It depends on the med school.

[@donnawoodford6641]

@@firstnamelastname9444 I haven't seen any discrimination in medical school in regards to age, gender, or race.

[@kunzetale]

I am not jealous but she should watch out because this is man's world and I don't need to over emphasize that.....