May Wang

DISNEY DREAMERS AND DOERS AWARD
December 2016
Deeply rooted in Disney’s commitment to supporting youth and the community, Disneyland® Resort Dreamers & Doers celebrates the power of possibility and recognizes youth who take action to improve their communities,
homes and schools. I received the Disney Dreamers and Doers Award as recognition for my work with Linens N Love, a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization that I founded in 2014. See News Article Here

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PRESIDENT's Award for educational excellence
2015
This award recognizes academic success in the classroom. To be eligible, students must meet requirements, including grade point average or, school-set criteria and choice of state tests or teacher recommendations.

Leadership Experience

About Me

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Pacific Symphony
arts x press counselor 2016
Arts-X-Pressis a summer arts immersion program for 7th and 8th grade students, created by the Pacific Symphony. 150 students are nominated by teachers to come together for 5 days of creative exploration each summer. Arts-X-Press is designed to produce a comprehensive, yet nurturing environment in which participants may foster their creativity, grow as individuals and discover ways in which the arts can enrich their lives. Outstanding high school and college arts students act as counselors for the program.

WHAT WE DO

linens n love
501 (c)3 nonprofit organization
  • ​​Founded Linens N Love, a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization in 2014 as Nonprofit Founder and President
  • ​Today, I am responsible for managing Area Directors and leading annual training seminars
  • ​Responsible for keeping detailed records for IRS reports and maintaining tax-exempt status for the organization
  • ​Work directly with students to keep them inspired and passionate about the cause and importance of student leadership
California 55th legislative assembly district
Political internship
  • Worked alongside Assemblywoman Ling Ling Chang to connect with and address the needs of 485,000 constituents in California.
  • ​Researched and developed a comprehensive compilation of constituents supporting and opposing the AirBnB and Uber bills. Valued at over $30 billion, AirBnb has greatly impacted the lodging and hospitality industry in California and its benefits and drawbacks in disrupting the state's economy remain controversial for many legislators.
University of California, los angeles
Institute on L.A. Media & Politics 2015
From analyzing questions of law and justice with the Chief of Police and District Attorney to interacting with the award-winning staff of the Los Angeles Times, the Institute is a chance to debate and discuss politics with leaders and students from across the region. Student-run debates and political simulations round out the hands-on curriculum, challenging students to hone their speaking and leadership skills while working closely with peers who share your interests.

Professional Experience

Linens N Love is a 100% student run organization with members ranging from ages nine to eighteen. We look for responsible students displaying leadership capabilities to take initiative within their communities. These student volunteer Area Directors undergo an application process and are selected by our Board to lead deliveries in their area. Area Directors reach out to hotel managers directly to coordinate donation pick-ups and to charities to organize deliveries for students to attend. 

Valencia High School Distinguished scholar
January 2015, 2016, 2017
The Valencia High School Distinguished Scholar Award is awarded to students in high academic standing. An annual Distinguished Scholar Awards Night is hosted in honor of the students' academic achievements.
WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Dream job: Corporate Lawyer
I've wanted to work for Disney ever since I was four. Being a part of a company whose mission is to bring happiness has always been a dream of mine!

On the night before admission decisions were released, there was a palpable energy in the air. The six of us gathered around the dinner table to talk about the Big Day. Would I be home at the same dining table next year? Or would I be seated at an entirely different table- a Harkness table, perhaps? Would I be nibbling on the famous Exeter bars and indulging in chocolatey heaven, or wandering the halls of Valencia High School armed with my own baked delights for Fabulous Friday?


I'm excited to have this opportunity to share and celebrate with you all of the recent accomplishments and developments that I've experienced since January 15th. I am proud to make it this far in my journey towards PEA because aside from the letters of recommendation, I have completed every step of the application by myself, including pumping myself up with research, piecing together essays, preparing for my first school interview, and building this website! 


Transcendentalist Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, “Life is a journey, not a destination.” Working towards this goal of studying at one of the best schools in the nation has been an incredible journey- but I never travelled alone. The application process alone has brought me closer to my community, parents, teachers, and friends who constantly cheer me on and eagerly await for your decision as if they were the ones hoping to study in New Hampshire. So thank you for that.


Thank you for answering my inquisitive phone calls and emails. Thank you for sending Mr. Tilton across the country to meet with me regardless of my body's impeccable timing when I caught a cold (we had to settle for a minimal contact fist bump at the end of the interview in lieu of a handshake). Thank you for this second chance, for this opportunity that made me realize how blessed and supportive my family, peers, and teachers are, and for your time.


It has been an incredible journey.


All my best,


May


COURTyARD BY MARRIOTT
reputation manager, Riverside
  • Currently responsible for managing the online reputations of established businesses ranging from Taiwan to California.
  • ​Significantly raised ranking of a business to #27 of the 11,436 restaurants in Taipei- that's the top one percent on TripAdvisor!
  • ​Helped establish a continuous social media marketing program to garner thousands of web-based reviews on platforms including Google Reviews, Yelp, Trip Advisor, and Choice to improve the Search Engine Optimization (SEO) of each business.​​
  • ​Manage personalized correspondence with clients at businesses to address positive and negative feedback and work with management to ensure an repeat visit.

Letters of Recommendation

Score for Theory of Knowledge Internal Assessment
international baccalaureate Assessment
Score out of 10
SAT Score out of 1600
99th nationally representative sample percentile
Score of 760 Reading and 790 Math

​​and I dream of being an Exonian. 

Hello Exeter Admissions Team! My name is
Score for AP Chinese Exam
Collegeboard AP exams
Score out of 5.
choice hotels internship grant
March 2017
With more than 6,400 hotels open in more than 40 countries and territories, Choice Hotels offer travelers a wide range of lodging options. This internship grant funded my educational experience travelling to Sacramento to speak to members of Congress and discuss proposed bills pertaining to the hospitality industry. These bills include SB 270 and AB 260. With over $125.9 billion spent on direct travel in California, the hotel industry needs to operate on a supportive and constructive legal platform. I had an amazing time lobbying at the capital and enjoyed this unique experience.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
BOARD MEMBER, pRESIDENT
The National Honor Society is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to recognize those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1921. Four main purposes have guided chapters of NHS from the beginning: to create enthusiasm for scholarship; to stimulate a desire to render service; to promote leadership; and to develop character.

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COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
project manager, Riverside
  • Led the Google Photosphere project by utilizing 360° photography technology to provide prospective clients with stunning and interest-capturing photos. The Google Photosphere Virtual Tours project captures every angle of facilities to allow guests to look up, down, left, and right as if they were on each property.
  • ​Project succeeded with over 50,000 views connecting potential clients to the businesses through platforms including Google Maps, vanity websites, and third party websites. Click here to see a sample of the project- don't forget to "explore" by dragging the mouse around to different angles of the room.
  • ​Established social media campaign for a Choice Hotels franchise to promote the business within its community and online using Twitter and Facebook's hashtag function.
  • ​​Selected via application process to represent over 20,000 hotels in California with Choice Hotels and speak to members of Congress on behalf of these businesses in regards to recently proposed legislature. 
city national bank GRANT
April 2016
When we act together, we change the world. City National Bank is dedicated to its community and offered Linens N Love a $1,000 grant in recognition of the student leadership the program brings to the community. When students coordinate donation deliveries and tours of local homeless shelters, animal shelters, and women's shelters, they are taking initiative to make the world a better place.
Battle of the books: 1st
2015
The Yorba Linda Public Library's annual Battle of the Books event attracts hundreds of students across the county to participate in a literary competition. I participated in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2015, with our team placing in 1st in 2013 and 2012. The event is an exciting way to bring book lovers together in friendly competition.

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PUTTING THE LOVE IN LEADERSHIP

University of notre Dame
summer leadership seminar 2017
Notre Dame Leadership Seminars explore topics affecting the global community. The courses are centered around vibrant discussion and a robust exchange of ideas. This creates a context in which students are encouraged to examine their own conclusions and hone their own leadership capacities by improving their communications and analytical skills. Expenses for students accepted to Leadership Seminars are paid for by the University. Only 100 students are admitted to Leadership Seminars each year as students apply around the world, and students receive college credit upon completion of the program.

LOVE AND GRATITUDE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONS FOR THEIR SUPPORT:

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Andrew fraser award
2014
To commemorate Andrew Fraser, a lover of literature, the Andrew Fraser Award was created to recognize one student per graduating class who displayed a passion for reading and deep appreciation for books. I was the only student in the school to receive this award.

HOW WE DO IT

north orange county Chinese school poetry: 1st
June 2015
An annual Chinese poetry recitation contest is held at North Orange County Chinese School. Students are judged based on tone, proper pronunciation, poise, and technique. North Orange County Chinese School (NOCCS) is a non-profit organization that has been serving the North Orange County community since 1986. Their mission is to enhance, cultivate, and promote Chinese culture within local communities.

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A Project with Passion: Linens N Love

PUSHING BOuNDARIES
professional experience
I began my first internship at age 15 with the California Legislative Assembly and discovered a world of opportunities in other industries as an intern, project manager, and  reputation manager.

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North orange county Chinese school
Assistant teacher and folk dance teacher
  • Plan and execute detailed Mandarin Chinese lesson plans for young students ages 9-11
  • Work closely with staff to keep lesson plans interactive and exciting for students
  • ​Teach Chinese Folk Dance, Chinese Yo-Yo, and Chinese Lion Dance techniques and coordinate performances to represent the Chinese school at various community functions
  • ​Communicate with parents to ensure that they are updated and aware of lesson plans and individual progress
LINENS N LOVE
501 (c)3 NONPROFIT
Thousands of linens are donated from high end hotels. Recently recognized by Disney and received a $1,000 grant from the Disney Dreamers and Doers award! Visit LinensNLove.org for more details.
DISNEY SHINING STAR AWARD
February 2017
Becoming a Shining Star was a life-changing experience as Disney invited me to the resort and spend a day at their educational symposium. Following the symposium was a memorable celebration luncheon. Each Shining Star received a medal of recognition and a $1,000 grant from the Disneyland® Resort. I invested this grant into Linens N Love, a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization that I founded in 2014, for future projects.
Score for AP human geography Exam
Collegeboard AP exams
Score out of 5.

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assemblywoman ling ling chang and councilwoman tara Campbell
campaign team
  • Selected to speak directly to constituents in Assembly District 55 and Yorba Linda in preparation for the November 2016 elections
  • ​Door-to-door campaigning and reaching out to residents to improve the community by gathering feedback and addressing legislative concerns

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Linens N Love's lasting contribution towards its volunteers is the lifelong experience of friendships made during these deliveries and its impact on students. Students gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of their community. Directly after every donation delivery is a tour where students are guided by volunteers of the facility to learn more about the organization they're supporting on that day. Students directly see who they are aiding and understand the importance of their cause on these tours. Following each tour is a reflection activity. These range from a scavenger hunt encouraging students to explore their surroundings, to a sit down seminar with the facility's volunteers and staff who speak with them about their experiences helping victims of domestic abuse, drug addiction, and poverty.

Becoming an Exonian means the world to me. I love the idea of being immersed in a culture with strong academics at its core supported by community spirit and an emphasis on well-roundedness in character.


Please feel free to follow the Google Drive link to access my letters of recommendation by clicking here. Thank you for your time!


Yorba linda public library student poetry contest: 2nd
2015
Students in Yorba Linda are encouraged to explore their creative writing skills and enter in the annual Student Poetry Contest. Winners are invited to an awards night for a live poetry reading and award ceremony.
Allstate: we volunteer now GRANT
March 2017
The Allstate Foundation believes that when young people are empowered with the knowledge, skills and resources to be leaders, they can change our world for the better and create healthier, stronger and safer communities. The Allstate Foundation recognized Linens N Love, a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization that I founded in 2014, for our work in donating thousands of hotel linens to charities throughout the United States.

Dear Phillips Exeter Academy Admissions,

Awards and Recognition

Standardized Testing

I founded Linens N Love, a 501 c(3) nonprofit organization, in 2014. Linens N Love reaches out to high end franchise hotels to request donations of blankets, sheets, pillows, and towels with slight imperfections that were otherwise headed for the landfill due to their lack of meeting franchise standards. These donations go to homeless shelters, animal shelters, women's homes, teen outreach centers, and senior homes. To date, we have donated over 8,000 linens.

Valencia High School Student of the month
2015, 2016
Student of the Month is awarded to students in good academic standing and excellent citizenship. Each month, a student is selected and recognized for their positive attributes they bring to the school's community. I received Student of the Month for my active participation in classes and academic achievements.