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Boston, Ma, Us

Cambridge, Massachusetts, Us

Research assistant for a project investigating the changes and mechanism of teachers' culturally sustaining pedagogy practices as a function of an ethnic-racial identity development intervention (Adolescent Ethnic-Racial Identity Development (AERID) Laboratory, PI: Dr. Adriana Umaña-Taylor).

Cambridge, Massachusetts, Us

Concentration: Human Development, Learning and TeachingLab: Adolescent Ethnic-Racial Identity Development (AERID) LaboratoryAdvisor: Dr. Adriana Umaña-Taylor

Cambridge, Massachusetts, Us

A graduate-level required course for Ed.M. students to survey foundational skills and knowledge to consume and apply research to practice using a flipped classroom model and team-based learning. Topics covered in the course include descriptive evidence (quantitative and qualitative), research paradigms, experimental evidence (causal and quasi), synthetic evidence, and process evidence.

Irvine, Ca, Us

Lead investigation into the role of bicultural integration on intergroup biases and cognitive performances under the supervision of Dr. Susanne Jaeggi. Conducted extensive literature review in biculturalism across psychology and sociology. Propose, design, lead, and manage the following four research projects: 1) Critical Factors for Cultural Integration: An ongoing survey-based study investigating the relationship between social-ecological factors and bicultural integration. 2) Biculturalism and Intergroup Bias: An ongoing between-subject study on how levels of biculturalism influence implicit and explicit biases among adolescents using JavaScript for study set-up.3) Biculturalism on Executive Function Performance: A series of research studies that aim to understand how biculturalism, bilingual usage, code-switching, and linguistic distance influence executive function performances.4) Model Minority Myth and Working Memory Performance: A randomized controlled trial on how model minority stereotype prime influence working memory performance as a function of ethnic and bicultural identity. Other project management responsibilities include - 1) Supervise and mentor 15-22 undergraduate research assistants and 2 paid research coordinators to support a total of 10 research projects; instruct and developed EDUC 198 course series focused on research development and presentation using scaffolding pedagogy2) Manage an NIH-funded experimental study and administer brain stimulations (tDCS), MRI imaging, and working memory training; coordinate with UC Irvine Health, MRI imaging center, and community organizations in outreaching, recruiting, and scheduling older adult participants within Orange County3) Coordinate and collaborate on an NIH-funded experimental study using gamified cognitive training and assessments; support UX design and feasibility testing with programmers and researchers on the development and national recruitment for the training app

Los Angeles, California, Us

1) Repurposed podcast and live stream recordings into a curriculum series by writing blog posts, editing YouTube videos, and designing content for social media2) Created, managed, and organized content for monthly blog posts on digital leadership, social media engagement, student development, U.S. higher education, and student affairs3) Developed two social media and online community campaigns entitled "Summer of Self-Care" and "8 Types of Meaningful Content"; prepare teaser materials on all social media platforms, drafted and published weekly content (written and visual), and monitor weekly community engagement through Facebook analytics and online discussions

Long Beach, Ca, Us

1) Designed and conducted a qualitative study investigating the relationship between cultural identity and structural barriers for international educators’ professional development2) Prepared IRB applications, created marketing materials for recruitment via Canva, and collected consent via Qualtrics3) Interviewed participants and transcribed audio files; coded data via Dedoose and thematic analysis

Long Beach, Ca, Us

1) Supervised, trained, evaluated, and advised 2 graduate-level Residential Coordinators (RD) in 2 residential halls with 620+ residents, 16 Resident Assistants (RA), 8 front desk Student Assistants (SA), and 1 Area Assistant; responded to and resolved community incidents, crisis, and conduct cases; advanced professional development plans and supervision plans with 2 RDs by providing periodic training and mentorship in 1:1s2) Advised 8 executive board members in the Residential Hall Association and managed a budget of $20,000+; improved and facilitated elections, trainings, and professional development workshops for council members, and guided the development of large-scale programs for 2700+ residents3) Streamlined administrative processes that respond to student’s needs and improve efficiency, current projects include: creating customer service training for 20+ SAs, improving room change procedure for all communities, developing SA evaluations, and establishing SA daily reference guide and checklist to measure accountability4) Analyzed departmental survey on customer satisfactions by visualizing qualitative feedback, comparing satisfactions across communities, and revamping staff training to improve the quality of service for 2300+ customers5) Designed educational curriculum by improving outreaching strategies, coding 100+ data entries, designing facilitator guides for staff, recommending improvements to stakeholders, and coordinating with cross-functional offices for implementation6) Initiated Member Engagement Survey for the Western Association of College and University Housing Officers by designing a mix-method survey, measuring the relationship among membership data, and consulting feedback to the Executive Board

Berkeley, Ca, Us

Evaluate and code 900+ profiles on academic history, cross-cultural engagement, and other social-cognitive traits utilizing established admission standards and norming process

New York, Ny, Us

Independently proposed, designed, recruited, and administered an IRB-approved and grant-funded quantitative study examining how Chinese bicultural students’ adjustment to the college environment are influenced by factors such as social capital, acculturation, and level of identity integration

New York, Ny, Us

MCCGE-2165 - Migration, Media, and the Global City, Department of Administration, Leadership, and TechnologyA graduate level study abroad course examining migration, mobility and the role of media and technology in redefining cultural borders and citizenship. Assisted in answering logistical process and concerns for students, attend bi-weekly practicum classes in preparation of group facilitation, and supported faculty with various assigned tasks.

New York, Ny, Us

UNDSW 102 – Intergroup Dialogue: Gender and Sexuality, Silver School of Social WorkAn undergraduate level seminar course examining the socialization of gender and sexuality. Designed and facilitated each seminar session, generated curriculum and syllabus, and graded weekly writing assignments.

Hoboken, Nj, Us

• Oversee high-level administrative tasks, office operations, facility coordination, customer service, and property management for approximately 430+ residents in 100+ apartment units • Implement campus-wide work order systems for approximately 750+ residents in 200+ units, improve the maintenance efficiency by 50% through centralization of information, reduction of procedures, and automated notification system• Supervise, train, evaluate, and advise 9 Resident Assistants, develop team development curriculum, personal assessment plan, modify RA handbook, and facilitate workshops during RA bi-annual training• Strength programming management and advising by preceding a budget of $4,200 for all 45 RA programs, organizing campus-wide programs in collaboration with student organizations, and creating an annual programming report• Respond and adjudicate 52 on-call student crisis, hospital transport, emergency situations, and policy violations; translate a bilingual Title IX case in accordance with federal laws and school policies• Initiate departmental analysis and developed executive summaries for Fall 2017 Educational Benchmarking, Inc. (EBI) Annual Survey, 2017-2018 Annual Maintenance Report, and Fall 2018 New Student Orientation Evaluation

Shanghai, Cn

• Spearheaded in the First Year Dialogue (a first year experience program) evaluation and student adjustment assessments initiative by developing detailed and theory-focused proposals for the department• Assisted diversity coordinator in the modification of existing diversity initiatives through co-creating proposal for a 4-Tier Diversity Leadership Program and benchmarking institutional initiatives against nearby Asian universities• Co-created proposal for a 4-Tier Diversity Leadership Program with diversity coordinator by implementing learning outcomes and project budgets• Created the proposal for 2019 Student Life Orientation Assessments by expanding evaluation length, modifying measurement languages, redefining learning outcomes, and utilizing different group methods• Research nearby international institutional first-year transitional programs for benchmark purposes• Coordinated with summer orientation leaders and supervise summered cultural programs for an approximately 80 summer session students and international students• Explore international diversity, multiculturalism, cross-cultural, and internationalization-related conferences for the purpose of the institution's conference proposals• Reviewed applications and assisted in the selection process of NYU Shanghai 2018 Recognition Award

La Jolla, Ca, Us

• Managed high-level administrative tasks, preliminary inspections, billing inquiries, and general customer service for approximately 2,100 residents in 1,091 apartment units• Coordinated and organized 12 community events for diverse student needs, including parenting programs, on-campus resources collaborations, civic engagement opportunities, and large-scale social events• Investigated, followed-up, addressed, and mediated resident conflicts and misconduct, monitored appeal process for extension and other inquiries from residents• Implemented new unit renovation systems with university IT support, coordinated with custodial staff, maintenance staff, and outside vendors for work orders and installments, updated and maintained budget spreadsheet accordingly• Rebranded university housing social media presence by generating contents for ARCH Facebook page and publishing weekly newsletter videos for community YouTube playlist

La Jolla, Ca, Us

Independently proposed, designed, recruited, administered, and analyzed a quantitative study explores the effect of female video game character’s appearance (sexualized vs. neutral) on the player’s state self-esteem and self-perceived mating value

La Jolla, Ca, Us

Teaching Assistant: PSYC 104 – Social Psychology, Department of Psychology (March 2015 - June 2015)• An undergraduate core course providing a comprehensive overview of the field of social psychology. Topics included social perception, attributions and attitudes, stereotypes, social influence, group dynamics, and aggressive and pro-social tendencies. Contributed by facilitating exam reviews, grading writing assignments, holding weekly office hours, and proctoring exams.Teaching Assistant: PSYC 60- Introduction to Statistics, Department of Psychology (September 2014 – December 2014)• An undergraduate core course providing an introduction to both descriptive and inferential statistics, core tools in the process of scientific discovery and the interpretation of research. Contributed by facilitating weekly discussion sessions for reviews and homework assistance, facilitating exam reviews, holding weekly office hours, and proctoring exams.

La Jolla, Ca, Us

• Programmed and coordinated 6 community programs in areas of personal, professional, and academic development, civic engagement, community building, and social justice for approximately 230 residents• Programmed and coordinated 6 large-scale events in areas of community building and social justice for approximately 1700 residents• Served as a resource to residents and Residence Life staff, provided additional mentoring services to students, and developed passive programs including bulletin board and safety prevention programs for community safety• Communicated with team members in a timely and professional manner, coordinated meetings with multiple Residence Life staff to discuss program developments for different target populations• Managed a $1,600 budget throughout the event planning process, prepared and submitted program proposals, program evaluations, publicities, and reimbursement forms

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Education

Master Of Arts - Ma, High Education And Student Affairs

Certificate, College Counseling

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) With Distinctions, Psychology

High School Diploma