Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteering
Languages
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Meilani Lea N. Soliven

Meilani Lea N. Soliven

Folsom,CA

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Body President

Vista Del Lago High School
- Current
  • Lead and managed 40+ students to organize school-wide events for 2,000+ students
  • Oversaw the planning and execution of large-scale activities such as Homecoming, Powderpuff, and food drives
  • Fostered team collaboration and delegated tasks efficiently to achieve smooth event operations
  • Developed strong interpersonal skills by communicating effectively with students, staff, and parents
  • Recognized for maintaining a proactive leadership style

Class President (Freshman, Sophomore, & Junior)

08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Fostered community within school by coordinating various social events for both students and parents.
  • Served as class spokesperson, liaising between students, parents and school administrators.
  • Attended school and board meetings, staying up-to-date on school policies and procedures.
  • Scheduled meetings with teachers and administrators to discuss student concerns and needs.
  • Welcomed students and families during school events and distributed necessary event information.
  • Met with other class representatives to devise plans and goals for upcoming school year.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.

Filipino Heritage Club, President

Vista Del Lago High School
08.2023 - Current
  • Founded and led the second-ever Filipino cultural club at school
  • Directed collection drives, including a Women’s Wellness Drive involving 1.5K students, showcasing leadership and organizational skills
  • Cultivated a supportive, inclusive environment to connect students from diverse cultural backgrounds

Delegate & Outreach Officer

California Association of Student Councils (CAASC)
05.2023 - 10.2024
  • Attended leadership and public speaking workshops, gaining valuable experience in communication and advocacy
  • Collaborated with students across California to create impactful legislative proposals on mental health, financial literacy, and neurodiversity
  • Worked closely with community leaders and local officials, honing professional interpersonal communication

Intern

Students for Hoover
08.2024 - 08.2024
  • Supported local assemblyman running for office: Josh Hoover
  • Made calls and wrote letters to voters in the Folsom area to vote for Hoover
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.

Education

High School -

Vista Del Lago High School
Folsom, CA
05.2025

College - Humanities, Astronomy

Folsom Lake College
Folsom, CA
08.2023

Skills

  • Customer Engagement
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Leadership & Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Task delegation
  • Community outreach
  • Group management
  • Advocacy
  • Collaboration
  • Workshop coordination
  • Curriculum development
  • Verbal and written communication

Volunteering

  • Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association (APAPA), Workshop Leader, Led workshops for 30+ students, teaching public speaking and career skills.
  • Local Community Service, Organizer, Organized annual food drives, contributing 2,000+ cans and $500 to the Twin Lakes Food Bank.
  • Women's Wellness Drive, Leader, Led donation efforts for menstrual products and wellness items, collecting from 1.5K students.
  • Senior Yard Clean-up, Volunteer, Volunteered VDLHS Filipino Heritage Club to support senior citizens in the community.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Intern

Students for Hoover
08.2024 - 08.2024

Filipino Heritage Club, President

Vista Del Lago High School
08.2023 - Current

Delegate & Outreach Officer

California Association of Student Councils (CAASC)
05.2023 - 10.2024

Class President (Freshman, Sophomore, & Junior)

08.2021 - 05.2023

Student Body President

Vista Del Lago High School
- Current

College - Humanities, Astronomy

Folsom Lake College

High School -

Vista Del Lago High School
Meilani Lea N. Soliven