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Clarisse Wong

San Jose,United States

Summary

Dynamic Political Science major with a minor in Law, Justice, and Society, focusing on Chinese studies on the Pre-Law track at the University of San Diego. A strong commitment to advocacy and civil rights drives the ambition to pursue a career in civil rights law, dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights of marginalized communities. A passion for the arts, including singing, guitar, worship, theatre, and performance, fosters creativity and connection through storytelling and music. Thriving at the intersection of advocacy and creativity, this individual brings energy, empathy, and dedication to every endeavor, making both the courtroom and stage feel like home.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

InterVarsity Worship Leader

University of San Diego
02.2026 - Current

As an InterVarsity Worship Leader, I help lead IV All Campus Gatherings in worship and song. I love being able to use my voice to praise God and create a welcoming atmosphere for worship.

Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity Member

University of San Diego Phi Alpha Delta
10.2025 - Current
  • I’m an active member of Phi Alpha Delta (PAD), where I mentor two littles, attend weekly meetings, and connect with guest speakers to learn more about the legal field. I love building community, supporting my littles, and helping new members feel at home in the chapter.

Social Media Marketing

University of San Diego
United States
08.2025 - Current
  • As a Social Media Marketing Assistant for University of San Diego Dining Auxiliaries, I’ve created flyers, social media campaigns, posters and worked with our Director of Dining and Auxiliaries Marketing to promote our dining and stores on campus.

Admissions Associate

Six Flags Great America
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • As a Great America Admissions Associate, I greet guests and scan tickets at the entrance. I assist with any entry issues and answer basic questions. I help direct guests and provide park information. I ensure a smooth, friendly entry experience. I follow safety and park procedures at all times.

Podcast Manager

Students Against Period Poverty
Cupertino
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • I serve as the Podcast Manager for Students Against Period Poverty Cupertino, where I research, develop, and produce monthly informational podcasts for our Spotify channel. Collaborating with fellow officers, I help script and record engaging content to raise awareness and educate a broader audience on menstrual equity and related topics.

Spiritual Formation Worship Vocalist

Valley Christian Schools
San Jose
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • As a worship leader for the Spiritual Formation team, I have been an on campus leader the past year. I have had many wonderful opportunities like going to spiritual retreat, having lunches with our school leaders, leading worship, leading prayer and devotional. One of my main responsibilities and joy, is serving every week during chapel. From leading the whole student body in prayer to explaining the worship songs, and to leading the whole school in song, it has been my greatest joy. I love using my passion for singing to spread the Gospel, and being bold for Jesus.

Outreach Manager

Mock Trial Officer
San Jose, California, United States
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • I joined Mock Trial during my junior year and competed as a leading witness and detective for the prosecution team in the criminal murder case People v. Clark. Through this experience, I developed a strong passion for advocacy and courtroom procedure and was honored with the Most Valuable Player for Attorneys award at the Santa Clara County Mock Trial Competition. During my senior year, I served as the Outreach Manager for Mock Trial, where I organized our club fair booth, led social media campaigns, coordinated fundraisers, and managed promotional outreach across campus. That same year, I competed as the Defendant’s Closing Attorney in People v. Gold and received the Most Valuable Player Attorney award at the Santa Clara County Mock Trial Competition.

President

Fashion Club
San Jose, California, United States
08.2022 - 06.2025
  • I was one of the founding officers of Fashion Club during my sophomore year, beginning as the Social Media Manager. In this role—and continuing throughout my leadership, I utilized my graphic and video design skills to create and manage social media campaigns, producing Instagram content for the club’s account (@vcsstylenova). I later became President of Fashion Club, where I organized and led activities for each meeting, designed and coordinated our club fair booth, hosted a prom fashion drive benefiting a children’s hospital, organized a cultural fashion show, and oversaw all related social media campaigns. As president, I led the team with an emphasis on unity, collaboration, and creativity.

Actor

Valley Christian Actor
08.2021 - 06.2025
  • I’ve been apart of Valley Christian Theatre since freshman year, since then I have been an actor for two shows
  • - 2023 Twelfth Night
  • - 2025 Rock of Ages

Music Man Theatre Show

Starting Arts
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • I performed in The Music Man over the summer as the Constable’s Wife, participating in multiple dance ensemble numbers and featured with a solo singing line.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - BA - Political Science and Government

University of San Diego
San Diego
07.2029

High School Diploma -

Valley Christian High School
San Jose
05.2025

Skills

  • Mock Trial
  • Public Speaking
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Marketing
  • Legal Research

Accomplishments

  • Achieved 2025 Fall Semester Dean's Honor List from the University of San Diego
  • Nominated as Santa Clara County Mock Trial Tournament's Most Valuable Attorney against Lynbrook High School 2025
  • Nominated as Santa Clara County Mock Trial Tournament's Most Valuable Witness against Piedmont Hills High School 2024

Languages

English (Full Professional)
Cantonese (Limited Working)
American Sign Language (Limited Working)
Mandarin (Elementary)

Timeline

InterVarsity Worship Leader

University of San Diego
02.2026 - Current

Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity Member

University of San Diego Phi Alpha Delta
10.2025 - Current

Social Media Marketing

University of San Diego
08.2025 - Current

Admissions Associate

Six Flags Great America
06.2025 - 08.2025

Podcast Manager

Students Against Period Poverty
08.2024 - 06.2025

Spiritual Formation Worship Vocalist

Valley Christian Schools
08.2024 - 06.2025

Music Man Theatre Show

Starting Arts
06.2024 - 07.2024

Outreach Manager

Mock Trial Officer
08.2023 - 06.2025

President

Fashion Club
08.2022 - 06.2025

Actor

Valley Christian Actor
08.2021 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - BA - Political Science and Government

University of San Diego

High School Diploma -

Valley Christian High School

Honors-Awards

VCHS Principal Award / AP Psychology, VCHS Academic High Honors 2024, Academic Highest Honors 2022 

Clarisse Wong