Amber Wong
Madison,WI
Summary
Dedicated and responsive multi-tasker. Passionate about building connections with students to strengthen engagement. Caring for addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences. Experienced in facilitating and hosting international events and galas.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Blueprint Peer
10.2020 - Current
- Founded Blueprint Peer, a global college admission services company offering High School and University admissions counseling, language and test preparation courses, including SAT, ACT, AP, TOEFL, DELF, etc
- Formed and recruited 13 board members from Asia, Europe, and North America
- Employed strategies to check explicit and unconscious bias when forming the board and faculty team.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions to equip new teachers with the necessary skills and expertise, ensuring they were well-prepared to deliver high-quality instruction
- Communicated and brainstormed with more than 150 students and families globally for their college applications, assisting students globally to adjust to the new application and traveling protocols during the pandemic
- Helped 13 students get into ivy league universities and 23 students get into the top 100 Universities globally (QS rank) for Fall 2023.
Senior Student Representative
UW Madison - Office Of Admissions And Recruitment
04.2022 - Current
- Served as the face of the University by offering professional, efficient, consistent, and personal attention to the public with in-person, telephone, and email communications
- Work independently and with team members to answer incoming emails and phone calls regarding the application process in multiple languages for a diverse applicant population. Answered 84 calls and 61 emails per week on average
- Created Canvas course for future student training. Support office projects that benefit the morale and inclusivity of the office
- Actively served on the hiring committee at OAR within the Division of Enrollment
Management at UW-Madison. Participated in candidate interviews, contributing valuable insights and feedback to the committee's decision-making process. Collaborated closely with fellow committee members to review and evaluate a diverse pool of applicants
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance regarding sensitive information provided by prospective students while handling their individual cases and assistance requests
Program Assistant
UW Madison School Of Business
03.2023 - Current
- Coordinated and executed various student events, including orientation, career fairs, and networking events, resulting in increased student engagement and satisfaction
- Advised students on academic policies and procedures, course selection, and degree requirements, ensuring compliance with university standards and regulations
- Provided administrative support to the program's faculty and staff, including scheduling appointments, managing emails, and maintaining student enrollment records
Advisory Intern
CaliWisco Education
03.2017 - 04.2019
- Coordinated and executed various student events, including orientation, career fairs, and
networking events, resulting in increased student engagement and satisfaction
- Advised students on academic policies and procedures, course selection, and degree
requirements, ensuring compliance with university standards and regulations
- Provided administrative support to the program's faculty and staff, including scheduling appointments, managing emails, and maintaining student enrollment records
Education
Education Policy Studies, Asian American Studies
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Madison, WI06.2024
Skills
- Fast Learner
- Entrepreneurship
- Interpersonal skills
- Client Retention
- Team Building
- Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Qualtrics
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Korean
Full Professional
Japanese
Professional Working
Timeline
Program Assistant
UW Madison School Of Business
03.2023 - Current
Senior Student Representative
UW Madison - Office Of Admissions And Recruitment
04.2022 - Current
CEO
Blueprint Peer
10.2020 - Current
Advisory Intern
CaliWisco Education
03.2017 - 04.2019
Education Policy Studies, Asian American Studies
University of Wisconsin–Madison