School Life

Throughout my school life, I have pursued a well-rounded and purpose-driven path marked by academic curiosity, artistic passion, and meaningful community engagement. I have consistently excelled in my studies while actively participating in enrichment programs such as the Shad Canada Program (Summer 2025) and the Brown University Pre-College course in Leadership and Social Change (Summer 2024), where I completed a Community Social Issue Project exploring strategies to promote inclusion and cross-cultural understanding.

In Summer 2024, I also joined the Cross-Cultural Education Methods and Adolescents’ Physical and Mental Health Project under Dr. Tao Wang at the University of Toronto. I contributed to all stages of research, including literature review, interviewing 150+ teen–parent pairs, Python-based data cleaning and analysis, team coordination, and translating findings into actionable recommendations for schools and families. I earned a Learning Dedication Award for leadership, persistence, and growth in social sciences.

As a dedicated student in the Arts Unionville Dance Program, I have trained for over 13 years in Ballet, Classical Chinese Dance, and Modern Dance. I use performance to celebrate cultural heritage and promote multicultural understanding at community events and festivals. I am passionate about enhancing and sharing my dance skills to contribute to my community, regularly participating in shows, choreography, and workshops that blend artistic expression with social engagement.

Beyond the arts, I am actively involved in Model United Nations, Mock Trial Club, and various student-led initiatives. I have taken on leadership roles in non-profit organizations such as Ignite Fair and United Speakers Global, contributing to event planning, sponsorship coordination, and outreach.

I am also an active member of my school’s Dessert Club, where I am the most experienced baker in weekly sessions, learning foundational and Asian dessert-specific techniques. I organize bake sales, selling nearly 100 items to support school fundraisers and charity causes.

My academic interests span political science, psychology, economics, and law, reflecting my passion for understanding societal challenges and making a positive impact through informed leadership, civic engagement, and community service. I continue to pursue research opportunities, including my ongoing Mental Health AI Chatbot Project under Prof. Ganesh Mani (Carnegie Mellon University), exploring accessible AI-based support for adolescent mental health.