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YIRUI LU

Summary

Dynamic communicator and former Canteen Coordinator at Virginia Tech University, recognized for enhancing team productivity and fostering collaboration. Proven expertise in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and a strong ability to mentor peers, demonstrated through successful tutoring initiatives and public speaking achievements. Committed to driving positive outcomes through effective teamwork and innovative problem-solving. Be willing to become part of PA at UIUC

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Speech Winner

  • Achieved 3rd place among 300 participants
  • Spoke on "Challenging Stereotypes from Travel"
  • Showcased analytical and public speaking skills

Debater

  • Representative for Netherlands, UNESCAP(Model UN), 5th Annual NYU for Model UN Conference.
  • Debated Asia-Pacific sustainability with 100+ delegates.
  • Enhancing critical thinking, negotiation, and cross-cultural communication skills.
  • Developed strong communication skills in debaters with focused training on public speaking techniques.
  • Boosted critical thinking abilities by challenging debaters to analyze complex topics from multiple angles.

Trip organizer

  • Planned six perfect trip: 11 days for 10 people across 9 cities
  • arranged 10 B&Bs, 6+ activities
  • used 6+ transport modes
  • strengthened family and friend bonds

Peer Tutor

06.2024 - 12.2025
  • Helped high school students prepare for quizzes and examinations.
  • Assisted primary school students with English and Math homework and provided supplementary instruction.
  • Promoted development of good study habits and learning skills.
  • Served as a mentor to struggling students, providing emotional support alongside academic assistance when necessary.

Canteen Coordinator

Virginia Tech University
02.2025 - 05.2025
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Participated canteen work like sweeping floor, being chief helper, and cashier.
  • Gathered and organized survey from customer to improve cooperation.

High School Dorm Head

09.2021 - 06.2024
  • Using abundant resources available on campus by satisfying needs for roommates or classmates
  • Served as a liaison between classmates and teachers for three years to address concerns or issues related to housing cleaning, rules, and decorating.
  • Planning different activities to help everyone feel engaged.
  • Building personal sense of responsibility, kindness, and confidence.

Badminton Club Core Member

09.2020 - 04.2024
  • Coordinated interschool matches/semester
  • Managed practice schedules for 3 years
  • Built team cohesion and fostered connections
    with other schools
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Volunteer Coordinator

09.2019 - 06.2021
  • 3-Year Educational Support ay Wufeng Academy
    Long-term Tutoring Project, Weifang Community
  • Organized near-weekly tutoring for 3 years with 100+ volunteers, helping 20+ students improve grades and boosting community
  • Making posters to engage students

Education

High School Diploma -

High School Attached To Shanghai Normal University

Skills

  • Web design Excellent in using different formats and short texts with delicate pictures to introduce topics
  • Video Editor Making short video clips for publicity and interest others
  • Poster maker Combining ideas with reality to design each special poster with online tools like Canvas
  • Perfect teem members Willing to support each other and be patient for any advice
  • Microsoft Excel Proficient in using formulas, pivot tables, charts, and basic data analysis
  • Microsoft Word Skilled in formatting academic and business documents
  • Microsoft Form Good at collecting public suggestion for improvements
  • Google Sheets Real-time collaboration and data entry

Timeline

Canteen Coordinator

Virginia Tech University
02.2025 - 05.2025

Peer Tutor

06.2024 - 12.2025

High School Dorm Head

09.2021 - 06.2024

Badminton Club Core Member

09.2020 - 04.2024

Volunteer Coordinator

09.2019 - 06.2021

Speech Winner

Debater

Trip organizer

High School Diploma -

High School Attached To Shanghai Normal University
YIRUI LU