Jaehui Hur

Goal-oriented student pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, leveraging practical experience gained from interning at a law firm. Proven ability to succeed in fast-paced, collaborative environments due to strong work ethic and deep interest in U.S. government and history.

• Gold President's Volunteer Service Award (2x): Recognized for exceptional service hours (126 hrs in 2024; 253 hrs in 2025).
• AP Scholar with Distinction (2025): Awarded for achieving high scores across multiple Advanced Placement exams.
• Texas Girls State Nominee (2024): School nominated to participate in the prestigious civic leadership program.
• NAKS Junior Leadership Award – Gold Prize (2024): Awarded for outstanding leadership and service promoting Korean heritage education.
• NAKS Journalist Scholarship Recipient (2024): Awarded $500 for original research/presentation on "Korean Immigrant History in the Dallas-Fort Worth Community."
• Journalism UIL State Qualifier (2025): Advanced to State in News Writing after securing 3rd place at Regional.
• Journalism UIL Districts/Regional Qualifier (2024, 2025): News Writing (3rd Place, Districts 2024 & 2025).
• DECA District Champion & State Qualifier (2024): Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making.
• Texas Instruments Scholarship Recipient (2023): Awarded $250 for outstanding academic achievement.
• Award of Excellence (2023-2025): Received in French 2 Advanced, French 3 Advanced, and AP Psychology.
• National Honor Society (Inducted 2024)
• French National Honor Society (Inducted 2022)

• Co-founder and President, Mock Trial Club (2024–Present): Established the school’s inaugural Mock Trial organization; directed all curriculum development and managed recruitment.
• President, French National Honor Society (2022–Present): Served as President (2025) and VP (2024). Directed a level-based academic peer tutoring program for 15+ members to promote French literacy and culture.
• Secretary, Mind Over Matter Psychology Club (2024–Present): Managed club communications and official records; actively participated in initiatives promoting mental health awareness and psychological literacy.
• Chief Editor, Literary Magazine Collaboration with Professor Jung (2024): Collaborated on a youth participatory study concerning Immigrant Youth in a Critical Literacy Classroom (Texas Tech University); co-authored and presented research at the Engaged Scholarship Symposium.
• National Advocacy Institute, ACLU (Summer 2025): Selected for the intensive program in Washington, D.C., engaging with ACLU lawyers, policy advocates, and activists to learn advocacy strategies and legal frameworks.
• Circular Innovation Challenge, Lewis and Clark College (Summer 2025): Participated in an experiential entrepreneurship program emphasizing sustainable innovation; worked in teams to ideate, prototype, and pitch real-world solutions using Lean Startup methodology.
• Kelley Women’s Leadership Institute, Indiana University Bloomington (Spring 2025): Engaged in real-world case study analysis to solve a complex business problem and presented final findings to a panel of business professionals.
• Reedy Support Committee Lead Senior, Green Jackets (2024–Present): Served in a selective organization working directly with the Principal to lead critical school and community events (e.g., Meet-the-Teacher Nights, new student enrollment tours).
• Member, Student 4 Tammy (2025): Member of a youth-led campaign team supporting a Frisco City Council election. Worked directly with the candidate to analyze opponents, conduct canvassing, and engage local voters.
• Inductions Ceremony Committee Chair, National Honor Society (2024–Present): Responsible for planning and executing the annual induction ceremony for new members.
• District Champion and State Qualifier, DECA (2024): Competed in the Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making category.