Elena Yegyan
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Ambitious college student driven by coffee and passion for international relations, political affairs, and real-world experiences. I hope to connect with professionals across various legal fields, building upon my leadership experiences and academic achievements thus far to incite meaningful change.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretary / Historian / Co-Social Chair
Alpha Gamma Alpha
09.2025 - Current
- Schedule meetings with 20+ members, manage social media images, draft/set regular social gatherings, and update weekly meeting notes.
Calendar Clerk / Case Manager
Red Rock Law, PC
07.2025 - Current
- Manage a 1 attorney calendar, set tasks for 10 employees.
- Schedule hearings, meetings, depositions, and deadlines.
- Prepare 200+ notices, statements/fees, and document entries for all ongoing and settled cases.
Advocacy Intern
Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA)
08.2025 - 2025
- 1 of 25 students nationally selected to participate in a week-long program focused on advocacy for the Armenian Cause.
- Lobbying efforts about Nagorno-Karabakh policy on Capitol Hill, daily training sessions, met with House representatives and Senate members to raise awareness on matters.
- Expanded knowledge of regional conflict resolution while strengthening advocacy and communication skills.
President / Delegate
YMCA Youth and Government
08.2022 - 06.2025
- President, Community Liaison for 1 yr, Constitutional Convention Member of 2.5 yrs.
- Lead meetings with 40+ members.
- Facilitate debates/bills/events. Fundraise/accept donations of $50k+.
- Draft/debate state constitution with 20+ amendments.
- Present at annual galas with congressmen, mayors, etc.
English Tutor / Teacher Assistant
Genius Kids Learning Center
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Facilitate activities for 20+ students aged 5-12 yrs old.
- Plan weekly/monthly themed workshops/gatherings; 100+ students.
- Direct robotics workshops, dance classes, chess practice, activities, etc.
- Worked with/shadowed experienced teachers over summer and throughout the year to better understand the importance of educating properly.
Student Ambassador
Los Angeles Nagoya Sister City Affliliation
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Student Ambassador representing LA, Exchange Student for 1 month.
- 1 of 4 selected representatives.
- Lived with a host family of 5, shadowed a student at high school with 1k+ students.
- Traveled to 5 cities, hosted/led a conference with the mayor of Nagoya.
- Hosted luncheons+presented to 50+ LANSCA members.
- Volunteer/host community events/cultural immersion programs.
Professional Dancer
Hayastan Dance Cultural Center
2011 - 2026
- Dancer for 10+ years, Professional performer at schools/weddings for 3 years, Teach/lead young groups of 15+ students.
- Attend weekly 2 hour practices to explore various dance styles/techniques+immerse myself into my culture.
- Perform 10+ dances at annual concerts with 1k+ audience.
- Prepare/perform at annual competitions with 500+ competitors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Development Studies
University of California, Los Angeles
06-2029
High School Diploma -
Ulysses S. Grant High School
06-2025
Los Angeles Valley College
06-2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Records Management
- Event Project Planning
- Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, One Legal, Court dockets
LANGUAGES
English: Fluent, Bilingual
Armenian: Fluent, Bilingual
Spanish: Proficient
NOTABLE AWARDS
2023 CITY OF NAGOYA: CERTIFICATE OF WELCOME - City
2024 CITY OF LOS ANGELES: CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION - City
2024 C.A. LEGISLATURE ASSEMBLY: CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION - City
2024 U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES: CONGRESSIONAL RECOGNITION - State
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Valley Plaza Branch Library - 2020-25
- Teen Council President for 4 yrs, Volunteer for 4+ yrs.
- Shadowed branch coordinator to plan bi-weekly/monthly workshops with 20+ attendees.
- Lead weekly cabinet/volunteer meetings with 15+ members.
Armenian Youth Education Aid - 2021-25
- Member for 4 yrs.
- Fundraised $40k+ and built educational center offering 3 classes to 5-13 yr olds.
- Taught English to students in underprivileged villages.
Timeline
Secretary / Historian / Co-Social Chair
Alpha Gamma Alpha
09.2025 - Current
Advocacy Intern
Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA)
08.2025 - 2025
Calendar Clerk / Case Manager
Red Rock Law, PC
07.2025 - Current
Student Ambassador
Los Angeles Nagoya Sister City Affliliation
07.2023 - 07.2023
President / Delegate
YMCA Youth and Government
08.2022 - 06.2025
English Tutor / Teacher Assistant
Genius Kids Learning Center
08.2022 - 06.2025
Professional Dancer
Hayastan Dance Cultural Center
2011 - 2026
Bachelor of Arts - International Development Studies
University of California, Los Angeles
High School Diploma -
Ulysses S. Grant High School
Los Angeles Valley College