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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Kesem is a national 501 organization that supports children who are affected by a parent's cancer. It provides year-round programs and services to support these children, ages 6–18, at no cost to families. Kesem has a presence at more than 130 college and university chapters in 44 states and the District of Columbia.Starting in August, 2023, I was selected.

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Facilitating the skill development of 10 undergraduate students through a multi-university (Stanford-based) research project. In my role as the course research instructor, I am tasked with teaching the undergraduate students the many skills needed to successfully develop and implement a reputable research project. I will be guiding the students through a.

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

From January, 2023 to December, 2023, I spent almost a year teaching research skills to and leading multiple different groups of 10-12 undergraduate students through a UCLA-based research project under the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department. We researched the prevalence of antibiotic-resistant genes within environments adjacent to.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

In this role, I monitored and analyzed nearly 2000 bills and actions originating from the 118th Congress and the Biden Administration. Upon gathering months of legislative data, I analyzed my findings and presented the insights to bolster C2ES’s policy priorities and recommendations for Congressional representatives, business entities, and lobbyist.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

As a student intern at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, my responsibilities included:- Attending key associate meetings and providing structural feedback on compliance and initiative-based discussion- Operating as a pre-publication sounding board for compliance memos, standards, and initiatives- Providing user interface and functional testing of.

I worked as a College Advocate in the Factory Farming Awareness Coalition Internship Program. In this program, I participated in a robust learning curriculum that extensively covers the impacts of industrial animal agriculture on social justice, environmental justice, policy, and non-human animals. I was also involved in numerous trainings, including.

As part of my participation in the Sustainable LA Grand Challenge Undergraduate Scholars Research Program, I conducted research with a team of other SLAGC URSP students on how best to introduce more plant-based menus into UCLA's dining services. On top of my close research with a UCLA professor and her team as part of my involvement with SLAGC URSP – as.

Los Angeles County, California, United States

I was selected to be one of thirty students participating in the Sustainable LA Grand Challenge Undergraduate Research Scholars Program at UCLA. In this program, I worked with Dr. Jenny Jay as well as a cohort of professors across various universities and other colleagues associated with DefaultVeg. My research responsibilities included finding on-campus.

As the Director of Scholarship for the Delta Gamma Fraternity of the Alpha Sigma Chapter, I promoted the advancement of learning and education throughout the chapter. I worked to prolong and maintain the continuity of Delta Gamma's impressive streak of having one of the highest overall chapter GPAs on UCLA's Greek Row by planning and helping members find.

As the Director of Sustainability for the Delta Gamma Fraternity of the Alpha Sigma Chapter, I worked towards increasing the sustainability of the chapter itself as well as increasing environmental awareness and education across various chapters in UCLA's Panhellenic Association. In this role, I gave weekly sustainability presentations filled with up to.

CALPIRG, on UCLA's campus, gathered together various sustainability directors and leaders in different campus organizations, clubs, and communities to create an Environmental Coalition. In this coalition, each individual supported, advertised for, and gave advice to the other directors in regards to their events and environmental goals.

I worked as a Fellow for the State Climate Policy Network (SCPN) at Climate XChange (CXC). The SCPN is a national network of 15,000+ advocates, policymakers, and business leaders working to pass effective and equitable climate policy in their state. My responsibilities surrounded growing the SCPN to include a higher diversity of climate activists with.

Homecoming at UCLA is an on-campus club that works to foster a sense of community and inclusivity among the student body. This organization hosts a 'Welcome Week' full of activities to engage Bruin spirit and pride in the community, Westwood stores and businesses, parents and alumni, faculty and UCLA staff, and especially the students themselves. We hosted.

As a club member of Bruin Democrats at UCLA, I actively participated in lobbying, advocacy, outreach, and other events that the club held. My time in this club helped open my eyes to the processes by which government officials, passing bills and policies, lobbying, and more work in the political arena.

As a club member of CHAARG, I participated in team workouts and female-empowerment related bonding exercises. This fitness club fostered a sense of community around women who enjoy fitness and health.

The Environmental Student Network works to engage young environmental activists across all passions and backgrounds. As a club member, I participated in environmental volunteer events, club bonding, resource and information sharing, and other activities to promote a more sustainable campus.

Laguna Hills, California, United States

In this role, I lead and supervised children as they jumped in the park, ensuring safety among all customers and enforcing rules among jumpers. I also provided front desk service and receptionist duties in which I helped guests book their flight tickets, problem solved issues, handled payments and scheduling, and answered questions. Finally, I maintained.

Aliso Viejo, California, United States

Assisted and lead art classes in which I helped children of all ages with their individual artwork (ranging from sketches to paintings in all different mediums). I also set up the painting area & cleaned the studio during and after each art class. Additionally, I supervised birthday parties as both the lead & assistant painter in which I hosted a mini.

Laguna Hills, California, United States

I worked as an ice-cream server in which I prepared, rolled, and served ice-cream. I also maintained and cleaned the machines, workspace, and general store area while giving customers an enjoyable experience.

Bachelor Of Arts And Sciences, International Development Studies, Environmental Systems And Society, 3.98 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Sustainable LA Grand Challenge Undergraduate Research Scholars Program, Climate XChange State Climate Policy.

Certificate In Social Sciences & Humanities, International Relations And Affairs

I spent 6 months in Paris, France at Sciences Po in an effort to learn the French language, study international affairs at an esteemed.

High School Diploma

During my time at Laguna Hills High School, I took as many AP and Honors classes as was allowed in my schedule, participated in cross.