Primary responsibilities required being in charge of operations and logistics of the organization, as well as a strong understanding of our main workflow, and how to inspire individuals to work together towards a common goal. Some of my proudest accomplishments: Hosted a group of 15+ engineers/scientists for SASE’s Annual 2024 Northeastern Regional Conference, a conference with over 200+ STEM students, promoting career development, as well as individual soft skills, through professional and cultural workshops.Organized engineering gatherings regularly, gathering consistent attendance of 50 promising scientists and researchers, consisting of tasks such as to engineer creative projects such as Rube-Goldberg machines, and environmental awareness projects such as creating stable bridges out of recyclables. Coordinated volunteering for 25+ contributors and led a $300 fundraiser and charity walk for LLS, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, a blood cancer awareness organization.Organized a charity event at the Buffalo Museum of Science, teaching over 200 children from K-5 about complex chemical interactions through the creation of slime, as well as hosting a computer engineering activity with a simple microcontroller buzzer experiment.

As the Diversity and Inclusion Manager for the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers, I spearheaded initiatives to deepen members’ understanding of Asian culture and strengthen our connection with the community. I organized monthly workshops exploring Asian history, values, and traditions, making cultural education a core part of our club’s activities. To engage members further, I developed interactive learning modules and resources that allowed for meaningful exploration of diverse cultural topics. Additionally, I coordinated events like Lunar New Year and Diwali celebrations, which brought together members and fostered a sense of cultural pride and appreciation. My role also involved building partnerships with local Asian organizations, opening up opportunities for our members to volunteer and participate in community initiatives. Through open dialogue sessions, I encouraged members to develop cross-cultural understanding and allyship, while an online resource hub I created provided continuous learning support on Asian culture.