EDUCATION:

The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA May 2017

Majors: Journalism, Chinese GPA: 3.5

Minor: International Relations

 

East China Normal University, Shanghai, China Fall 2015

Courses in Accelerated & Advanced Chinese I & II and China’s International Relations

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RESEARCH AND TEACHING WORK EXPERIENCE:

Research Assistant, Pennsylvania State University Fall 2016

• Worked for Yael Warshel, a telecommunications professor and award-winning scholar, gained new skills and undertook a range of responsibilities

• Transcribed interviews

• Researched and obtained highly specific scholarly articles and books pertaining to desired research topic

• Summarized and annotated scholarly work for overview and use

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English Language Tutor, Shanghai, China (Jack, Ra Shomin) Fall 2015

• Taught 8-year-old Chinese girl English

• Developed communication skills that required speaking English and Chinese

• Learned about the culture of Chinese business and how to navigate the transportation system of Shanghai

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English Language Tutor, State College, PA – China (Zhen Lei) 2014-2015

• Tutored young Chinese children English through Skype 1-2 times a day, several times a week through company created by Professor to provide a platform to tutor Chinese children English

• Developed a clear understanding of various methods to communicate with individuals living in China

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ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE:

Transcriber, Nittany Notes, University Park, PA Spring 2017

• Provided detailed notes of lectures for students with disability and are unable to come to class

 

Camp counselor and hockey instructor, Green Mountain Development Camp Summer 2016

• Instructed campers in hockey basics and technique, and oversaw campers safety and recreation

 

Hostess, The Lakeview House, Shelburne, VT Summer 2016

 

Hostess, Back Yard Barbeque, Nantucket, MA Summer 2015

• Organized and coordinated reservations and seating

• Worked alongside owner/manager

• Adapted quickly to fast-paced working environment

 

Day-Care Provider, Nantucket, MA Summer 2015 Family Manager, Ridgefield, CT Summer 2014

• Created and planned daily activities for 8 and 10-year old girls from 9am-5pm, Mon.-Fri.

• Managed household, overseeing children for safety, transportation, and diet

 

Nursery Assistant, Peaceable Farms, Ridgefield, CT Summer 2013

• Planted and cared for trees at nursery including all upkeep and maintenance

• Worked on and organized independent projects

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