University of Michigan Lloyd Hall Scholars Program - Annual Arts and Literary Journal
Collaborated with a team of writers, editors, designers, and photographers to produce and publish a university literary journal
Supervised and coordinated schedules of reporters and staff to ensure all deadlines were met on time
Edited and proofread submissions for grammar, style, and content to ensure a seamless publication
Used artistic background and insight to create visually pleasing and engaging material.
Student Teaching
University of Michigan - Department of Dance
Instructed university-level dance classes during my semester while enrolled in Teaching Methods
Asked to stay on as a teaching assistant due to my success with engaging students
Created exciting and approachable lesson plans for non-dance majors and students apprehensive about moving freely in a studio space
Helped students understand rhythm, energy, space, and musical timing to achieve foundational dance techniques.
Private Tutor
Ann Arbor, MI - High-School Students
Provided 1:1 private tutoring to college-bound dancers preparing for BFA applications
Guided students through entire application process, including filling out written applications, creating artist statements, and preparing for oral interview scenarios
Built curriculum and tailored lesson plans according to student strengths and weaknesses to maximize growth
Provided student feedback using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, and build confidence.
Choreographer and Producer of Professional Show
University of Michigan Department of Dance
Designed sets, lighting, and costumes for production and oversaw all artistic decisions
Directed rehearsals, choreographed, and collaborated with dancers
Managed budgeting, scheduling, planning, and marketing of the event.
Ambassador for Chinese Classical Dance Residency
Coordinated Chinese Classical Dance Troupe’s artistic residency at the university, including travel, accommodations, scheduling, and guest teaching courses
Planned and executed a marketing campaign to build excitement and generate ticket sales.
Site Liaison and Stage Manager - University of Michigan Freshman Touring Company
Ensured efficient productions, booked sites, and solved problems by communicating with staff
Conferred with technical directors, managers, crew members, and writers to discuss details of production, including photography, script, music, sets, and costumes.
Private Dance Tutor
Conducted private lessons to prepare advanced dancers for BFA program auditions
Created tailored lesson plans to increase technical proficiency; incorporated various dance styles and choreography to improve technique, form, posture, and stamina
Collaborated with students to choreograph engaging audition solos that showcased their talent
Rehearsed routines and provided constructive feedback to help teach the nuances of performance and enhance stage presence.
Head Server/Trainer
High-End, Top-Rated Chicago and Los Angeles Restaurants
01.2016 - Current
Provide a unique experience for high-end and celebrity restaurant clientele
Act as a leader and liaison between servers and management to set the tone for excellent guest and staff experience
Trained, coached, and mentored over 20+ new personnel hired to fulfill various roles; 3 who were pursuing management became managers within 2 months
Educated servers on the menu, memorization strategies, and how to communicate in intriguing ways to customers; adapted the training to meet the learning styles of individual staff
Provided feedback to managers on training programs, staff morale, and how to enhance customer and staff experiences; analyzed and evaluated training program outcomes.
Peer Tutor
City Colleges of Chicago, Roosevelt University, UIC
01.2011 - 01.2021
Played an integral role in shaping the academic success of my peers by providing educational mentorship
Guided students through challenging coursework by filling in gaps in comprehension
Created engaging study guides and used visual aids to enhance clarification in compliance with university standard
Provided a supported, judgment-free space for my classmates to feel comfortable in tackling complex subjects and encouraged them to continue moving forward with their academic achievements.
Research
Roosevelt, UIC
01.2011 - 01.2021
Skillfully conducted research through university coursework
Crafted well-written and easily accessible research papers that provided greater clarity and perspective on a variety of academic topics
Navigated and used a plethora of resources to provide data and credibility
Received high praise for quality of work and encouragement to pursue research and writing at a dissertation level.
Lead Company Member
San Francisco Conservatory of Dance
01.1997 - 01.2016
Performed and thrived in various concert dances for 3,000+ audiences
Rigorously trained 60hrs/week to increase technical and physical proficiency
Collaborated with choreographers to create and modify professional shows.
Education
Post Baccalaureate - Pre-Med
University of California
Los Angeles, CA
Prerequisites for Doctorate of Physical Therapy and Neuroscience MD Ph.D. programs -
Roosevelt, UIC, City Colleges of Chicago
Chicago, IL
Professional Training -
San Francisco Conservatory of Dance
San Francisco, CA
BFA -
University of Michigan
Skills
Leadership
Highly Detailed
Motivator
Time Management
Intermediate Spanish
Adaptability
Personable
Editing
Instructing
Patience and Empathy
Research and analysis
Verbal and written communication
Awards
Magna Cum Laude
Merit Scholar
Lloyd Hall Scholar Recipient
Timeline
Head Server/Trainer
High-End, Top-Rated Chicago and Los Angeles Restaurants
01.2016 - Current
Peer Tutor
City Colleges of Chicago, Roosevelt University, UIC
01.2011 - 01.2021
Research
Roosevelt, UIC
01.2011 - 01.2021
Lead Company Member
San Francisco Conservatory of Dance
01.1997 - 01.2016
Editor
University of Michigan Lloyd Hall Scholars Program - Annual Arts and Literary Journal
Student Teaching
University of Michigan - Department of Dance
Private Tutor
Ann Arbor, MI - High-School Students
Choreographer and Producer of Professional Show
University of Michigan Department of Dance
Ambassador for Chinese Classical Dance Residency
Site Liaison and Stage Manager - University of Michigan Freshman Touring Company
Private Dance Tutor
Post Baccalaureate - Pre-Med
University of California
Prerequisites for Doctorate of Physical Therapy and Neuroscience MD Ph.D. programs -