Sally Liu
Oxford,US
Summary
First-year undergraduate student majoring in Economics with a minor in Sociology, with abundant experience in club leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, and research methods in economics and humanities-related fields. Interested in applying economic reasoning to real-world social issues and gaining practical experience through internships or research opportunities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Member/President
Xi’an Gaoxin No.1 high school Frisbee club
09.2022 - 07.2025
- Year 2: President, rebuilt club structure and coordinated recruitment efforts.
- Conducted training sessions focused on three-man handoffs, running, and blocking drills.
- Participated in weekly frisbee training for over 1 hour, taught members skills, and competed in campus events.
Actor, Accountant
Xi'an Gaoxin No.1 high school drama club
02.2022 - 07.2025
- Organized three charity performances, managing budget, reimbursements, and ticket sales; raised over 30,000 RMB for left-behind children at Xi'an Foreign Affairs College Theatre.
- DEAR EVAN HANSON (2024), helped to coach underclassmen in rehearsing the play and practicing their lines.
- From Far Away (2024), adapted the English version into Chinese, performed with underclassmen in a charity show for 300 people.
- Adapted the classic Broadway musical Come from Away (2023) into a play, picking up English lines from the original play and adapting them in a unified way; learn the history of the real events that took place in the small town of Gander, Canada, after the 9/11 airstrikes; Participate into the NEA exam and get Merit in level 7.
- The Protagonist (2022) (Shaanxi dialect play), learned Peking Opera (voice position, stance), learned Shaanxi dialect from the teacher, and played 2 roles at the same time (school performance)
- Completed NEA exam to assess drama skills.
- Receive training and go to rehearsal for 2-4 hours a week.
Team Leader, Individual Researcher
NEC competition
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Facilitated team meetings to align project goals and clarify tasks, enhancing team collaboration.
- Coordinated daily operations to streamline workflow among team members, improving overall effectiveness.
- Mediated conflicts within the team to foster a positive work environment and maintain team cohesion.
Researcher, Data Analyst
Study of Terracotta Warriors and Hellenistic Sculpture
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed and analyzed questionnaires using survey software to gather insights.
- Distributed online questionnaires and conducted oral interviews with professional docents and 50 tourists to collect qualitative data.
- Photographed Terracotta Warriors on site to capture historical details.
Team leader, Researcher
USAD Competition
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted academic study and wrote essays on the establishment of early American financial system and Hamilton's economic policies, contributing to historical understanding.
- Led project teams to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency, improving team collaboration and output.
- Implemented process improvements to optimize resource allocation and reduce waste.
- Monitored performance metrics to identify growth opportunities and areas for improvement, informing strategic adjustments.
Education
College -
Oxford College of Emory University
Oxford, GA, US01.2029
High School -
Xi’an Gaoxin No.1 High School
Xi’an, Shaanxi province07.2025
Skills
- Creative problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Public speaking
- Research methodologies
- Project management
Hobbies and Interests
- Snowboarding
- Gardening
- Singing
- Reading
Extracurricular Activities
Acoustic Studies, Researcher, Performer, 08/20, 07/21, Listened to 5-6 hours of comedy and compiled lines from the recordings to make a script for the performance. Study of Terracotta Warriors and Hellenistic Sculpture, Researcher, Data Analyst, 04/23, 05/23, Visited the Terracotta Warriors and photographed them on site. Secret Love of Peach Blossom Spring, Actress, 03/21, 06/21, Acted in a 2-hour long play. Xi'an Gaoxin No.1 High School Drama Club, Actor, Accountant, 02/22, 07/25, Receive training and go to rehearsal for 2-4 hours a week. Xi'an Gaoxin No.1 High School Frisbee Club, Member/President, 09/22, 07/25, Participate in weekly basic training of frisbee for 1 hour or more. Xi'an Gaoxin No.1 High School Society Study Club, Member, 08/22, 05/23, Organized discussions on psychological, philosophical, feminist, and aesthetic topics. Violin, Musician, 01/15, 05/20, Five years playing the violin. Erhu, Musician, 03/16, 07/20, Four years of study. Harp, Musician, 09/14, 06/21, Seven years of study. Elementary School Choir, Mezzo-soprano, 09/16, 06/20, Participated in choir for four years. Gaoxin First Middle School A Cappella Vocal Ensemble, Soprano, 09/22, Present, Two hours of training per week.
Languages
English
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
USAD, National Academic Grand Slam Award: 6th place
Timeline
Team Leader, Individual Researcher
NEC competition
09.2023 - 03.2025
Researcher, Data Analyst
Study of Terracotta Warriors and Hellenistic Sculpture
04.2023 - 05.2023
Team leader, Researcher
USAD Competition
09.2022 - 03.2023
Member/President
Xi’an Gaoxin No.1 high school Frisbee club
09.2022 - 07.2025
Actor, Accountant
Xi'an Gaoxin No.1 high school drama club
02.2022 - 07.2025
College -
Oxford College of Emory University
High School -
Xi’an Gaoxin No.1 High School