Vivian is a current sophomore at Cornell University. She debated for four years at the Bronx High School of Science. As a competitor, she placed 10th at NSDA nationals and octofinaled the Gold TOC, among other achievements—including three auto qualifications to TOC. Since graduating high school, Vivian has independently coached several teams, helping them reach late rounds or bids at almost every circuit tournament and rank as high as second in the country.