Rebecca Babayan
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Pre-Law Student interested in intersections of law and creative fields.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Opinion Section Writer
Daily Bruin — UCLA
2025 - Current
- Write opinion pieces focused on issues within the UCLA community, including a recent article on vanity sizing and its impact on student perception and retail standards
- Conduct interviews with students and professionals to incorporate multiple perspectives and strengthen arguments
- Develop clear, structured arguments that move from context to analysis and end with a defined call to action
- Work closely with editors to refine tone, clarity, and audience engagement for a large campus readership
Intern
Tunyan Law Employement and Immigration
Los Angeles, CA
01.2026 - 07.2026
- Assisted with paperwork for immigration cases, including organizing and reviewing client documents
- Conducted basic research on immigration policies and procedures to support case preparation
- Maintained organized case files and ensured records were accurate and up to date
- Helped track case materials and deadlines to support overall office workflow
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Worked one-on-one with students who were over a year behind in coursework, providing consistent private tutoring to help them catch up
- Created structured study plans and personalized materials to target gaps in understanding and improve long-term retention
- Broke down concepts into clear, manageable steps so students could actually follow and apply the material independently
- Built strong relationships with students and families while tracking progress and adjusting sessions based on individual needs
Public Policy Researcher
Research with Prof. Carlos De La Rosa Xochitiotzi
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Conducted qualitative research on recidivism by analyzing California legal databases and policy records
- Compared U.S. prison systems with international models to identify differences in reintegration outcomes
- Focused on access to education in prison as a key factor shaping recidivism rates
- Synthesized academic and legal sources into clear written analysis for a broader audience
- Contributed to a research paper published in an international online journal
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Minor in Art History
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Los Angeles, CA06-2029
High School -
Crescenta Valley High School
La Crescenta, CA06-2025
Skills
- Strong verbal communication and ability to lead group discussions
- Clear and engaging presentation of complex ideas to different audiences
- Research and analytical writing, with a focus on qualitative work
- Fluent in English and Armenian
- Comfortable using Google Docs, Slides, and Sheets
- Editing
Accomplishments
-AP Scholar with distinction
-Nationals First Place for Large and Small Hip Hop Dance Team
-Best Speaker Award at Junior States of America (1 of 10 chosen from 300)
-Falcon 10 Service Award (100+ hours of service)
-UC: Top 9% of class (Eligibility in the Local Context)
-1st Place in Mock Trial (College-level) at UCLA
Certification
- Bilingual: fluent in English and Armenian
- Experienced in one-on-one tutoring and discussion-based instruction
- Strong qualitative research skills, including analyzing and synthesizing complex texts
- Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, accessible language for diverse audiences
- Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Sheets)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Armenian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Interests
- Writing and editorial work
- Art law and culture policy
- Domestic politics in the United States
- Prison reform and recidivism
- Visual culture through time
Timeline
Intern
Tunyan Law Employement and Immigration
01.2026 - 07.2026
Private Tutor
Self-Employed
11.2024 - 08.2025
Public Policy Researcher
Research with Prof. Carlos De La Rosa Xochitiotzi
10.2024 - 05.2025
Opinion Section Writer
Daily Bruin — UCLA
2025 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Minor in Art History
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
High School -
Crescenta Valley High School
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Election Day Poll Worker:
-Assisted voters, including non-English speakers and individuals with disabilities
-Communicated procedures clearly and supported election operations
- Speech and Debate Team Member (Parliamentary):
-Developed strong public speaking, argumentation, and audience engagement skills
- Competitive Dance Team (Varsity Member):
-Collaborated in a disciplined team environment and mentored newer members