Joshua Kim
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
As an incoming first-year student at Northwestern University (Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences), I am passionate about exploring diverse disciplines, from business institutions to data science. I am eager to embark on this educational journey, ready to overcome challenges and achieve my goals. I hope to grow into a better-rounded individual, leader, and team player.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Northwestern Bridge Program
Northwestern Arch Scholars
08.2024 - Current
- Participating in a 5-week summer program designed to help incoming first year FGLI students transition into student life at Northwestern University.
- Partaking in 4 classes, 2-credits total.
- Building essential work-life balanced schedules, study habits, and critical thinking skills.
Editor & Student Reporter
The Korea Daily Newspaper
06.2020 - Current
- Spearhead the editorial process of 15 student reporters, enhancing their journalistic abilities and ensuring the publication of unique, excellent articles on a weekly basis
- Actively elevate the writing skills of my fellow student reporters, contributing to the development of compelling and impactful journalism
- Produce my own weekly articles which illuminate the vibrancy of school events, foster community kinship by documenting local festivities, and advocate passionately for local initiatives
- Authored and successfully published 17 articles in The Korea Daily Newspaper (the largest Korean newspaper publication in America).
Participant & Reporter
Princeton Summer Journalism Program
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Selected as one of 40 first-generation, low-income (FGLI) students for a prestigious, cost-free journalism program
- Engaged in a 3 week virtual component, followed by a 10-day intensive residential journalism experience at Princeton University
- Conducted public interviews, authored feature and news pieces, and delved into pressing world issues
- Published two articles in the Princeton Summer Journal
- Receive ongoing, free one-on-one college counseling from Richard Just, the former editor of The Washington Post Magazine.
Build Captain & Competitor
Clark Science Olympiad
08.2020 - Current
- Mentor and lead team members to design and craft award-winning build devices for top-tier competitions across the nation
- Manage logistics including the purchase of all essential tools, schedule all after-school build sessions, and spearhead the development and research of innovative construction concepts
- Engineered multiple contraptions that have won awards at both invitational and state-level competitions
- Managed a fundraising initiative through food sales, generating a total of $440 to subsidize trip costs for my peers.
Team Leader & Editor
The Korea Daily High School Summer Internship
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Led and mentored a dynamic team of six high school students in a selective public health research initiative (chosen as one of 25 out of 200 applicants)
- Orchestrated research tasks, spearheaded the development of a specialized website and magazine, and curated engaging, fact-checked content
- Collaboratively launched a website and published a magazine to raise awareness on critical issues in public health and biomedicine
- Covered issues including the correlation between social media usage and negative body image, as well as the emerging concerns of eating disorders and mental health stigmas among young teens and adults.
Participant & Website Founder
Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS)
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Awarded a full scholarship for the prestigious summer program
- Participated in the Literature, Philosophy, & Culture session, delving into complex situations and interdisciplinary studies, enhancing critical thinking and analytical skills
- Founded a website dedicated to empowering students from underrepresented backgrounds to excel in STEM fields
- Contributed as a content curator for a COVID-19 assistance blog, providing timely and innovative information through well-researched articles.
Tutor & Mentor
Clark Mu Alpha Theta
08.2020 - Current
- Provide personalized after-school tutoring in math and science to a group of 12 students
- Develop and implement study schedules tailored to each student's unique learning styles, effectively addressing areas of weakness
- Help students make notable improvements in their test scores and overall class grades
- Conduct one-on-one academic planning sessions to track student progress & ensure academic development.
Inducted Member
Clark Key Club
08.2020 - Current
- Promote student engagement in local initiatives by designing and distributing impactful posters & flyers
- Volunteer for various community service events every other Saturday
- Craft inspiring chants for sporting events
- Raised $530 through participation in seven cancer research marathons.
Treasurer & Representative
Student Council
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Coordinated school-wide events, such as assemblies and prom
- Maximized school funds through 14 highly successful fundraisers, generating $17,000
- Rallied for club funding from major automotive brands including Toyota and Honda
- Managed and allocated budgets for all school events, ensuring financial transparency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Data Science
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL06.2028
Ed W. Clark High School
Nevada, NV05.2024
Skills
- Creative & Article Writing
- Research
- Organizational and Educational Leadership
- Academic Advisory
- Collaboration
- Quality Control
- Providing Feedback
- Creativity
- Attention to Detail
- Goal-Oriented
Awards
- The Gates Scholarship Semifinalist
- QuestBridge College Prep Scholar
- Seven Lakes Science Olympiad Invitational - 1st Place Wright Stuff
- Nevada State Science Olympiad - 2nd Place Flight
- Nevada State Science Olympiad - 2nd Place Ping Pong Parachute
- Nevada State Science Olympiad - 3rd Place Trajectory
Languages
Korean
Limited Working
Timeline
Northwestern Bridge Program
Northwestern Arch Scholars
08.2024 - Current
Participant & Reporter
Princeton Summer Journalism Program
06.2023 - 08.2023
Team Leader & Editor
The Korea Daily High School Summer Internship
06.2022 - 08.2022
Participant & Website Founder
Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS)
06.2022 - 07.2022
Build Captain & Competitor
Clark Science Olympiad
08.2020 - Current
Tutor & Mentor
Clark Mu Alpha Theta
08.2020 - Current
Inducted Member
Clark Key Club
08.2020 - Current
Treasurer & Representative
Student Council
08.2020 - 07.2022
Editor & Student Reporter
The Korea Daily Newspaper
06.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Data Science
Northwestern University
Ed W. Clark High School
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