Xinjian Qiu
Hamilton,NY
Summary
Dynamic leader and innovator with a proven track record at Colgate University, blending creativity with analytical skills to drive projects and mentorship forward. Excelled in academic advisory, enhancing student engagement and performance. Spearheaded the SKYLINE initiative, merging science and art, authored a literary collection, and held an art exhibition, showcasing effective leadership and empathetic approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Physics Mentor
Colgate University Society of Physics
2024.09 - Current
- Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image in physics learning.
- Collaborated with professors, advisors and administrators to foster access to resources and support.
Student Photographer
Colgate University
2024.02 - Current
- Help the school film and document sporting events and other large events.
- Capture everyday views of the campus and student photos.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
Calculus Tutor
Colgate CLTR
2024.02 - Current
- Conduct one-on-one Calculus I and Calculus III lessons.
- Help tutees answer questions, and prepare for exams.
Organization Founder and Manager
SKYLINE
2020.09 - Current
- SKYLINE's mission is to encourage the integration of science and art in magazines that contain photography, 2-d arts, art history, literature, and scientific papers.
- Led 3 young programmers and designers from Hong Kong, USA and China to create web pages.
- Recruit 7 publicity, event, and editorial managers from different NGOs and schools in Shanghai and work together to improve the organization.
- Organized 3 online "art therapy" campaigns during the lockdown period in Shanghai.
- skylinesince20.com
Artist
M50 Gallery
2024.06 - 2024.08
- Exhibition title Paradise Regained
- Explored personal topics such as “cultural assimilation” and “gender fluidity.”
- Created 20 photographs and Photomontage pieces.
- Contact volunteer models for photo shoots and further design with Adobe software later on.
- Curated and set up exhibitions.
Student Ambassador
WLSA Shanghai Academy
2021.09 - 2023.05
- Elected to deliver orientation speeches to G10 & G10 students.
- Led and trained students for recruitment campaigns.
- Organize panel discussions for freshmen and their parents.
- Participated in marketing campaigns by providing testimonials and sharing personal experiences through various forms of media, including social media, print materials, and videos.
- Collaborated with Alumni departments to promote student engagement.
Researcher
Fudan University Physics Department
2021.09 - 2022.11
- Thesis: Discovery of Stable Hybrid Organic-inorganic Double Perovskites for High-performance Solar Cells.
- Supervised by Professor Cen Yan (Fudan University).
- Basic python application and algorithm learning
- Utilized statistical packages to analyze data and create visualizations.
Author
Wenhui Press
2019.01 - 2022.10
- Author of "Abandon & Accept", a literary collection of prose in Chinese.
- Topics including transnational poetics to art history.
- Illustrations and cover design.
- ISBN 978-7-5496-3887-1
Researcher
Manzhouli Real Estate Development. Co. Ltd.
2021.06 - 2022.05
- Thesis: Social, Economic & Environmental Impacts of Energy Transitions in Real Estate Sector.
- Research conducted with CTG Renewable Group.
Education
No Degree - Physics & Art History
Colgate University
Hamilton, NY05.2027
Skills
- Creativity
- Diversity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Leadership
- Empathetic Approach
- Relationship Building
- Academic Advisory
- Self-awareness
- Aesthetics
Timeline
Physics Mentor
Colgate University Society of Physics
2024.09 - Current
Artist
M50 Gallery
2024.06 - 2024.08
Student Photographer
Colgate University
2024.02 - Current
Calculus Tutor
Colgate CLTR
2024.02 - Current
Student Ambassador
WLSA Shanghai Academy
2021.09 - 2023.05
Researcher
Fudan University Physics Department
2021.09 - 2022.11
Researcher
Manzhouli Real Estate Development. Co. Ltd.
2021.06 - 2022.05
Organization Founder and Manager
SKYLINE
2020.09 - Current
Author
Wenhui Press
2019.01 - 2022.10
No Degree - Physics & Art History
Colgate University