Graduate Research Associate | LEARN-CS

• Aug 2023 - Present

Research Project Coordinator | Diversity Research & Policy Program

• Jun 2023 - Present

Research Assistant I | Diversity Research & Policy Program

• May 2022 - Jun 2023

Managed the longitudinal recruitment process- Presented, advertised, and answered questions pertaining to the project to the 2022 - 2023 cohort ofMI-LSAMP students- Worked collaboratively with the qualitative and quantitative teams to discuss recruitment tacticsServed as development consultant for participant journaling component guidelines- Responsible for open-coding of responses, trend analysis, and visualizationsUtilized Qualtrics for surveying for baseline data collection and consent form collectionReviewed, organized, and cleaned baseline survey data to ensure variable match-up and continuedsurveying metrics used to collect longitudinal data Show less

Research Assistant | Master's Research Opportunity Program (MROP)

• Jan 2022 - Dec 2022

Coordinated with the qualitative team for recruitment and collection of baseline survey dataDeveloped questions for the journaling component to gather information about personal strengths,perceived barriers, hindrances to program success, and institutional commitment to DEIManaged a 2021 - 2022 Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP) Student- Supported the UROP student in their research project development and execution- Served as a judge in the UROP Symposium and provided specific feedback to prepare student Show less

Research Assistant II | Evaluation & Assessment - Office of DEI

• Apr 2022 - Aug 2022

Operated the development of the Success Connects Tutoring Survey- Created a Survey Panel used for determining tutor survey vital demographic information to checksurvey participants against tutoring participants- Tracked tutor survey participation, managed reminder list, and visualized completion trendsOrganized qualitative data using open-ended coding; created codebook and response coding guidesBuilt new longitudinal codebook manuals consisting of past survey data to archive surveying strategiesand subject-based question techniquesAssisted management of qualitative data open-ended coding with the DEI 1.0 Evaluation TeamTested and reviewed surveys administered by the departmentRecorded survey participant trends for the annual survey Show less

Graduate Education Program Coordinator | Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate & Professional Ed

• Jun 2023 - Present

Program Assistant | Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate & Professional Education

• Feb 2023 - Jun 2023

Board of Directors | Marketing and Communications Advisor

• May 2022 - Present

Served as advisor to the marketing and communications committee, providing insight into institutionalprocesses, current marketing trends, and communications standardsMaintained organizational image by managing external communications on social mediaSet standards for standing and future partnerships communications

Board of Directors | Logistical Advisor

• May 2021 - May 2022

Provided insight to logistics committee on gaining corporate sponsorships, outreach to keynotespeakers and workshop facilitators, and family leader community building segmentsAssisted in programming aspects such as themed topics, workshop content, community buildingactivities, and overall event segment time allocation

Graduates Council | Advocacy Committee and Logistics Liaison

• Mar 2020 - May 2021

Provided insight to logistics committee on gaining corporate sponsorships, outreach to keynotespeakers and workshop facilitators, and family leader community building segmentsCoordinated a brand collaboration with Achoo to highlight APIDA heritageSolidified MCASA conference hosting application process by creating a conference biddingpacket/handbookIncorporated advocacy education into annual programs through podcasts, statements, social mediacampaigns, and non-profit partnerships Show less

Logistics Chair

• Apr 2019 - Mar 2020

Organized the 2nd Annual MCASA Conference at Michigan State University with Co-ChairSought and acquired sponsorships from local-businesses and corporate entitiesCoordinated volunteering, managed event space set-up and break-down, and oversaw day-of logisticsoperations

Founding Member and Marketing Chair

• Aug 2017 - Apr 2019

Co-founded the first Midwest regional-level Chinese-American collegiate organizationCollaborated with board members from several midwest universities to create the mission statement,constitution, organizational structure, strategic communications, outreach efforts to build the team andcommunity, and generate resources for community, education and awareness, culture, impact, andprofessionalismProgrammed and launched the 1st Annual MCASA conference at The University of Chicago with boardmembers- Personally marketed the free conference to prospective attendees across the Midwest region,including ten distinct institutions- The conference sold out in under an hour of launching registrationDeveloped the marketing strategy for the organization by reaching out to APIDA organizations in theMidwest individually to increase membership and participation of events, launching the instagramaccount for public facing communications and engagement, and managing the creation of a website toarchive the organizational history Show less

Workshop Presenter

• Mar 2018 - Mar 2018

Presented a workshop titled "The Theory of (Privileged) Reality" where I touched on "Dialogue Blockers" and spoke/led discussions on situational/relative privilege within the APIDA community.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Project Coordinator

• Aug 2021 - Present

- Managed logistics, marketing, production, and communications strategies for the 2021 Diversity,Equity, and Inclusion Symposium for all Flagstar Bank and New York Community Bank employeesand associates- Oversaw the production process (film schedule, quality of content, editing) for the EmployeeResource Groups (ERGs) and DEI Committee segments of corporate motivational materials (2021& 2022)- Managed logo and branding in collaboration with the media team (2021 & 2022)Facilitated ERG management and development- Managed production of Get to Know Us video segments for employee onboarding and companyintegration with NYCB- Constructed the At A Glance (2021 & 2022) which details DEI news and ERG accomplishments andevents of the year via a newsletter layout- Promoted company image, mission, and values through DEI partnerships and event/organizationalsponsorships- Maintained invoice processing and vendor management for the Office of Corporate Responsibility- Worked in partnership with the Flagstar Foundation Director to develop a Grant Support Statementfor a nonprofit Show less

Diversity & Inclusion Intern

• May 2021 - Aug 2021

- Managed logistics, marketing, production, and communications strategies for the 2021 Diversity,Equity, and Inclusion Symposium for all Flagstar Bank and New York Community Bank employeesand associates- Oversaw the production process (film schedule, quality of content, editing) for the EmployeeResource Groups (ERGs) and DEI Committee segments of corporate motivational materials (2021& 2022)- Managed logo and branding in collaboration with the media team (2021 & 2022)Facilitated ERG management and development- Constructed the At A Glance (2021 & 2022) which details DEI news and ERG accomplishments andevents of the year via a newsletter layout- Promoted company image, mission, and values through DEI partnerships and event/organizationalsponsorships- Coordinated with Veteran-Owned Businesses to direct and produce a marketing campaign for theirscholarship development program (VOBRT) Show less

Director of Programs & Assessment

• Jun 2021 - Present

Developed surveys and evaluations to assess students needs, define organizational image, and create future initiatives Evaluated regional conferences and programs run by undergraduate students to increase targeted outreach to low-participating regions and remove institutional barriers through access to funding, travel grants, scholarships, educational and professional opportunities Oversaw long-term curriculum development through workshops, training sessions, conferences, partnerships, and social media campaigns Managed program and external partnerships for MAASU conferences Compiled a data visualization report for all MAASU programmed events to pinpoint high-barrier access sub-regional areas or institutions Mentored Executive Coordinating Committee student leaders and advised them on institutional processes and current APIDA regional organizational trends Strategised foundation re-building in the post-covid era (recommended communication standards for event programming, partnerships with future external entities, and internal structural changes to positions) Show less

Minority Serving Institutions Initiative Partnerships Program Coordinator

• Aug 2021 - May 2023

Established student-facing community-building events by kicking off the MSI Connect Events Programs Developed and evaluated event assessment surveys to gather input from the MSI Community Engineered and oversaw training and continued support of two brand-new ambassador programs from top to bottom Revised applications for the 2022 - 2023 Cohort for the Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP) ... Established student-facing community-building events by kicking off the MSI Connect Events Programs Developed and evaluated event assessment surveys to gather input from the MSI Community Engineered and oversaw training and continued support of two brand-new ambassador programs from top to bottom Revised applications for the 2022 - 2023 Cohort for the Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP) ...

Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) for HONORS 240 | Wellness

• Aug 2022 - Dec 2022

Created unique lesson plans and conducted discussion section comprising of reading reflection, community building, and small group activities Emphasized building good mentor/mentee relationships, getting started in research, types of research (qual, quant, mixed methods), data analysis, general professional and career advice, dynamic mindfulness, and reflective activities Worked with a large team of GSIs to coordinate the grading, review sessions, and advise lesson planning Created unique lesson plans and conducted discussion section comprising of reading reflection, community building, and small group activities Emphasized building good mentor/mentee relationships, getting started in research, types of research (qual, quant, mixed methods), data analysis, general professional and career advice, dynamic mindfulness, and reflective activities Worked with a large team of GSIs to coordinate the grading, review sessions, and advise lesson planning

Graduate Student Instructure (GSI) for POLSCI 369 | Politics of International Economic Relations

• Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

Covered fundamentalist economists, theory, and behaviors of states and governments referencing thecourse reading guide materialCreated weekly lesson plans to summarize key findings from supplemental readings and facilitatediscussionsGraded and evaluated theory-based coursework for 50 total students with feedbackWorked with Political Science doctoral GSIs to coordinate the grading, review sessions, and adviselesson planning

Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) for HONORS 240 | Wellness

• Aug 2021 - Dec 2021

Created unique lesson plans and conducted discussion section comprising of reading reflection,community building, and small group activitiesEmphasized building good mentor/mentee relationships, getting started in research, types of research(qual, quant, mixed methods), data analysis, general professional and career advice, dynamicmindfulness, and reflective activitiesWorked with a large team of GSIs to coordinate the grading, review sessions, and advise lessonplanning

Ex-Officio Kansas District Board Member

• Apr 2021 - Sep 2021

Operated from an advisory role to assist in knowledge transfer to the incoming governor and districtadministrator to ensure a smooth transition of powerLed training and onboarding sessions for board members of Kansas chapters and the Kansas Districtboard

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force Chair

• Sep 2020 - Jun 2021

Reengineered CKI’s approach to community analysis by modifying their Community Analysis Tool toinclude action-oriented steps to better educate membership and promote creating targeted serviceprogramsKiwanis DEI Task Force CKI RepresentativeCollaborated with committees such as the Kiwanis Family Relations and Service Committee to assist inupdating the curriculum for workshops between the branches of Kiwanis and developing a CommunityAnalysis Program for KiwanisFacilitated incorporation of DEI practices into already existing CKI entities such as membershippackets and the Global Leadership Certificate programAssisted in the development of the Global Leadership Certificate DEI Curriculum Show less

Kansas District Governor

• Apr 2020 - Apr 2021

Developed and emphasized new goals within Kansas CKI chapters to focus on advocacy-based serviceprojects, professional skill development, community building and DEI to help provide holisticcommunity assistance and assist in bringing the service organization into the modern eraIntegrated advocacy into service through resource creation, including:- Advocacy Term Glossary, including resource compilations on topics such as Black Lives Matter, TheLGBTQ+ Community, Indigenous Peoples' History- Monthly Service Initiatives, a compilation of thematic virtual and covid-safe service project ideasIncreased overall organizational transparency and efficiency- Created a financial documentation process including audits to protect against internaldiscrepancies- Facilitated communication and collaborations between all Kansas CKI chapters- Reviewed and restructured the Kansas District Bylaws- Jump-started and defined virtual district-level operation processes and transitionChartered and supported the development of a chapter at Newman University in partnership with theirrespective Wichita Kiwanis Chapter as a sponsorManaged branding by overseeing the utilization of media channels, revamping of social media pages,and creation of a website Show less

Kansas District Events Chair

• Apr 2019 - Apr 2020

Programmed the annual Fall into Service and District Convention events comprised of leadershiptraining, workshop sessions, multiple volunteer projects, and community building exercisesManaged logistics for booking, set-up, and break-down of rooms; catering according to dietary needs;name tag design and family group coordination for activities; and all activities pertaining to theconferencesInitiated Family-Groups to increase cross-chapter interactions (fellowship) Integrated team building activities, professional development, and leadership building Show less

Paraprofessional Teacher

• Feb 2021 - Aug 2021

Executed lesson plans for various middle and high school course subjects prepared by permateachers Fostered middle school student interest in higher education and alternatives Acted as Long-Term Paraprofessional in Anatomy & Physiology during Spring 2021 Assisted with data management for front office late-arrival tracking Executed lesson plans for various middle and high school course subjects prepared by permateachers Fostered middle school student interest in higher education and alternatives Acted as Long-Term Paraprofessional in Anatomy & Physiology during Spring 2021 Assisted with data management for front office late-arrival tracking

Undergraduate Fellows Program (NUFP) | IV - W Region

• Nov 2020 - Aug 2021

Researched a system of best practices to support LGBTQ+ students from freshman year to graduation Developed a qualitative analysis of K-State resources that impact the LGBTQ+ community including students, faculty, and staff to increase participation of LGBTQ+ students in STEM Conversed with leadership to assist in creating LGBTQ+ initiatives that align with the K-State Diversity Strategic Plan Partnered with Colleges in the conversation around designing tools to evaluate programs in particular sub-populations/colleges of study Show less

Program Coordinator for Student Wellness and Diversity Affairs

• Jun 2021 - Jul 2021

Orchestrated website redesign with the Office of International Students and Scholars Director Drafted and finalized grant writing for campus-wide COVID-19 Vaccination Education Campaign Assisted in open-ended coding and categorization of ombuds data for the Office of The Ombuds Orchestrated website redesign with the Office of International Students and Scholars Director Drafted and finalized grant writing for campus-wide COVID-19 Vaccination Education Campaign Assisted in open-ended coding and categorization of ombuds data for the Office of The Ombuds

Graduate Council – Director of Partnerships of the K-State Chapter

• Apr 2020 - Apr 2021

Instructed members of the Corporate Advisory Board of the Multicultural Engineering Program onhow to bring in corporate speakers and give professional connections to membersAssisted in building a sponsorship outreach guide for future partnerships with corporations for fiscaland mentorship support

Founder/Planning Committee of the K-State Chapter

• Feb 2020 - Apr 2020

One of the founders for the only Asian/Pacific Islander/Desi American (APIDA) affinity group for theKansas State University STEM CommunityReceived support to charter from the Multicultural Engineering Program Corporate Advisory BoardRecruited a faculty advisor from the College of EngineeringCoordinated travel to send student representatives to the Rocky-Mountain West-Regional Conferenceto meet with the University of Colorado at Boulder SASE chapter executive board and SASE NationalCollegiate Program Coordinator to learn about running a SASE Chapter and create a workingrelationshipSupported efforts through advising set forth by the APIDA STEM community to build a strongfoundation for bringing SASE to campus Show less

Graduate Council - Executive Director

• Apr 2020 - Apr 2021

Served in a general advisory position to the President

President

• Apr 2018 - Apr 2020

Achieved a record number of partnerships by establishing and expanding partnerships withcommunity businesses and organizations- Coordinated events with partners, including IFC Greek Life, Marianna Kistler Beach Museum ofArt, International Student Organizations- Established the first national partnership with APIAvoteResponsible for shifting organizational focus to professionalism, advocacy, service and education- Created annual volunteer events with Food Recovery Network, Amnesty Furniture Day, andHabitat for Humanity as an effort to establish service as a pillar of the organization- Represented the university at a training conference for voter registration and census awarenessin Washington, DC- Assisted with voter registration and census awareness events, such as It’s Pho-n to VoteExpanded membership by over 300% with record consistent membership engagementRecognized need for foundational shifts to reflect the expansion of the organization- Proposed amendments to the bylaws and constitution to include additional support positions- Created a President's Handbook to assist with onboarding of the new President and archiveinstitutional processes- Held a training session and community building retreat for the onboarding of board membersUtilized the social media accounts for APIDA Heritage Month campaigns, highlighting current studentaccomplishments, and events Show less

Vice President

• Apr 2017 - Apr 2018

Coordinated all annual events including Wildcats Pho-Ever and Taste of AsiaExecuted membership and executive board meetingsIntegrated community building events into regular organizational programmingEndorsed and strengthened multicultural community engagement programming through assisting inplanning and day-of logistics in partnership with multiple associationsServed on multiple diversity committees, councils, and boards to become familiar withunderrepresented communities such as multicultural, LGBTQIA+, interfaith, (dis)ability, veterans,nontraditional student learners, transfer students Show less

Student Advisor of the Student Advisory Board

• Mar 2020 - Apr 2021

Created the DEI Summit Programming Guide for future cohortsDeveloped a guide on how to use an external registration toolAssisted in marketing campaigns and communication coordination between student volunteers andcorporate volunteers

Chair of the Student Advisory Board

• Mar 2019 - Mar 2020

Restructured the board to better represent and fit the needs of the Multicultural Student Organizationsand demographics that are within the MEPProgrammed the most successful DEI summit in the College of Engineering (COE) historyPartnered with the Corporate Advisory Board to bring in more professional development for collegesuccess programs for freshmen

Founding Member of the Student Advisory Board

• Sep 2018 - Mar 2019

Member of the founding cohort to represent students from all across the College of Engineering to theMulticultural Engineering Program and the Corporate Advisory Board as student liaisonsSet up professional connections between corporate members, professors, faculty, and studentsLed programming for the College of Engineering DEI Summit

Co-Founder

• Mar 2020 - Mar 2021

Fundraised over $2,500 dedicated to purchasing PPE for frontline healthcare workers Co-founded a temporary emergency relief project to help connect multiple US hospitals with PPE in partnership with Asian American leaders across the US and dispel myths about COVID-19 Facilitated the dissemination of translated educational materials for COVID-19 to Asian communities n both English and Mandarin Coordinated marketing campaign through strategic planning, graphic design, and donor management Show less

Researcher

• Jun 2020 - Dec 2020

Worked with Dr. Amy Betz, Associate Professor and Assistant Dean for Retention, Diversity andInclusion, to collect data on resources offered at the Top 100 Universities in AmericaCompiled information about resources for LGBTQ+ students for the College of Engineering bycollecting data on the Top 100 Engineering Schools in AmericaOrganized data to create resources for future K-State Engineers and compile educational tools

Office Worker

• Jan 2020 - Dec 2020

Chair for the 3rd and 4th Annual College of Engineering DEI Summit- Conducted the Post-Event Analysis Report of quantitative data- Coordinated record-breaking company and corporate workshop leader volunteer participationfrom various STEM backgrounds- Managed a DEI Summit social media marketing campaign throughout all MulticulturalEngineering Program Student Organizations, College of Engineering affiliate studentorganizations, and KSU Diversity Point LeadersDeveloped graphic guides for general information and resources for the MEP OfficeFacilitated professional opportunities and corporate connections by unifying members of theCorporate Advisory Board with MEP Student Organization leadersAdvised MEP student organizations: National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Society of AsianScientists and Engineers (SASE), Society of Hispanic Professional Engineering (SHPE), AmericanIndian Science and Engineering Society (AISES), and Out in STEM (oSTEM)Created the MEP Graduation Recognition Program to recognize minoritized students in engineering bygifting them graduation stoles embroidered with their unique accomplishments Show less

Summer Enrollment Assistant

• Jun 2020 - Aug 2020

Trained students to navigate online university resources, such as the proprietary SIS, duringorientationActed as university ambassador, answering questions about student life experiences and opportunities

Secretary

• Mar 2019 - Mar 2020

Reorganized all the files digitally, creating a new archive on Google SuitesOrganized email communications to external entitiesDevised organizational strategies and implemented foundational protocols for recording work

Programming Chair

• Mar 2018 - Mar 2019

Coordinated the first-ever MAASUx conference for the state of Kansas at Wichita State University,Breaking the Model Minority MythProgrammed second MAASUx conference at Butler University, Breaking the Bamboo (glass) CeilingFormalized the MAASUx Conference programming process and expanded the conferences to includecompany sponsorships, professional workshops, and community building aspectsStrategically sought out schools without access to attend the Spring Conference and the LeadershipSummit to bring education and advocacy to lesser-known regions Show less

Kansas State University's Asian American Student Union Representative

• Apr 2017 - Apr 2018

Acted as a delegate and assisted in electing the next Executive Coordinating Committee for MAASU,bidded on the Spring Conference and the Leadership Summit host, and made amendments to thebylawsMaintained connections with fellow representatives from around the MidwestFacilitated communication between MAASU and KSU AASU

Kansas State University | Asian American Student Union Representative

• Aug 2019 - Dec 2019

Responsible for gaining the first national partnership for KSU AASU with APIAvote, “national nonpartisan organization that works with partners to mobilize Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in electoral and civic participation.” Represented the university at a training conference for voter registration and census awareness in Washington, DC, coordinated events for voter registration and census awareness at KSU, and worked to incorporate more advocacy education into KSU AASU. Responsible for gaining the first national partnership for KSU AASU with APIAvote, “national nonpartisan organization that works with partners to mobilize Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in electoral and civic participation.” Represented the university at a training conference for voter registration and census awareness in Washington, DC, coordinated events for voter registration and census awareness at KSU, and worked to incorporate more advocacy education into KSU AASU.

Religious School Teacher

• Sep 2017 - May 2019

Teaching children about the Jewish values, the Hebrew language, and creating a fun and healthy environment for the youth of the Jewish community. Teaching children about the Jewish values, the Hebrew language, and creating a fun and healthy environment for the youth of the Jewish community.

Kansas District Events Chair

• Apr 2017 - Apr 2018

Content Creater

• Sep 2016 - Apr 2018

Writing monthly articles on current events, tips, and ways to stay active within the community. Writing monthly articles on current events, tips, and ways to stay active within the community.

Religious School Aid in the Summer

• Jun 2014 - Aug 2017

Jordan worked with children to aid in connecting religion to art in multimedia ways and still stays connected to the religious school during the summer months through volunteer work. Jordan worked with children to aid in connecting religion to art in multimedia ways and still stays connected to the religious school during the summer months through volunteer work.