May Wang

Values

"The day is what you make it! So why not make it a great one?"

I am ambitious, determined, and strive to create a positive and constructive environment for all. I put pride and into my work, and I love every opportunity for creativity!

WHAT WE DO

Score for AP Chinese Exam

Collegeboard AP exams

Score out of 5.

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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.

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.

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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

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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.

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.

SAT Score out of 1600

SCORED IN TOP 1% of nationally representative sample

Score of 760 Reading and 790 Math

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.

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

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.

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.

Thank you for taking the time to review my scholarship application and visit my website.

I'm excited to have this opportunity to share and celebrate with you all of the recent accomplishments and developments that I've experienced along my life journey.

I decided to build this website because there are so many passions and interests I have that are hard to convey on a resume - like how my name is May, but I was born in February. Or how I've watched Beauty and the Beast over 50 times and love all things Disney - in fact, I dream of starting my legal career at Disney. Or how I love watching Gilmore Girls and Grey's Anatomy reruns, bringing baked goodies to school on Fabulous Fridays, and meeting people from various walks of life. At the risk of sounding cliché, I firmly believe that everyone has a story to tell and that it's our job to listen- and care. And the first thing I do every morning when I wake up for school is make a list of things I look forward to that day.

There's so much to say, but I'm excited to have the opportunity to share my life with you. Next year, I'll be attending Yale University in Singapore (Yale is the first university to open an ivy league university in Asia) to pursue my undergraduate education, but I know that the financial aspects of my education will be tough. I thank you all for this chance to pave the way towards my future.

Thank you again for your time- I appreciate it!

All my best,

May

Learner, leader, dreamer, and doer.

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Awards and Recognition

A Project with Passion: Linens N Love

Pardon me, inc. Dogs and Cats Rescue

Volunteer (2012 - 2014)

First began volunteering for Pardon Me, Inc. in middle school. Though I was allergic to dogs and cats, I couldn't stay away from the animal rescue. Getting to know each animal at the rescue was a rewarding experience. Getting to talk to potential responsible pet owners to encourage them to adopt was even more rewarding! I know that my passion for discovering complimenting personalities between dogs and their families helps them find "furever" homes.

Letters of Recommendation

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.

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.

THE PACIFIC SYMPHONY

ARTS X PRESS PROGRAM INTERNSHIP

Assist with host institution coordination, communication and mobilization of volunteers and participants in order to help organize the execution of the program

Develop and execute a social media plan with Pacific Symphony’s PR department
I was invited to apply for the internship following my experience as counselor in 2016. During my internship, I was invited to speak at the Pacific Symphony Board Meeting due to my experiences as a camper (age 12), counselor (age 16 and 17), and intern (age 17). At the Pacific Symphony Board Meeting hosted at the Westin South Cost Plaza, I represented the program and delivered a presentation to 50+ members of the board.
Recorded presentation available here!
Full interview for the Pacific Symphony Summer Program Book available here on Page 13

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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 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. 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. 89 students were admitted to Leadership Seminars and nearly 1,000 students applied around the world. Students receive college credit upon completion of the program-see my transcripts here.

Professional Experience

HOW WE DO IT

Hello Yorba Linda Woman's Club! My name is

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

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.

NORTH ORANGE COUNTY CHINESE CULTURAL ASSOCIATION

BOARD MEMBER

Following the board election in May 2017, I was elected to the NOCCCA Board to represent the interests of the association. I am the youngest board member in the organization's history and began my service to the organization at age 17.

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.

UPDATE: APRIL 2017

Following my journey to Sacramento to discuss business-friendly legislature, I wrote an article that was featured in the Choice Hotels Owners' Council newsletter. You can read more about the article here! After the article's circulation, I was named the CHOC Spotlight and "The Future of CHOC."

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North orange county Chinese school

Board of Directors (Role: Marketing), Assistant teacher (Mandarin), folk dance teacher

Plan and execute detailed Mandarin Chinese lesson plans for young students ages 9-11

Propose and execute Public Relations projects and recruitment to maintain student enrollment and promote the school's role in the community
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

About Me

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.

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Score for Theory of Knowledge Internal Assessment

RECORDED PRESENTATION AVAILABLE HERE

Score out of 10

COLLEGEBOARD: AP SCHOLAR WITH DISTINCTION

JUNE 2017

With the AP Scholar Awards, the AP Program recognizes high school students who have demonstrated outstanding college-level achievement through their performance on AP Exams.

LOVE AND GRATITUDE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONS FOR THEIR SUPPORT:

Pacific Symphony

arts x press counselor 2016, 2017

Arts-X-Press is 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.

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COLLEGEBOARD: AP SCHOLAR

JUNE 2016

With the AP Scholar Awards, the AP Program recognizes high school students who have demonstrated outstanding college-level achievement through their performance on AP Exams.

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

Score for AP human geography Exam

Collegeboard AP exams

Score out of 5.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA COUNCIL OF CHINESE SCHOOLS

CAMP COUNSELOR

SCCCS annually hosts a summer camp in Bear Bear, California in partnership with the YMCA at Camp Oaks. As counselor, I led students ages 7 - 11 in providing a nurturing environment conducive to trying new activities including rock climbing, archery, riflery, Chinese folk dance, and canoeing.

I received hours of training for youth and peer leadership and worked closely with the camp director to ensure the safety and enjoyment of the camp. The camp is an overnight camp and encourages students to develop independence as they learn to hand wash their clothes, connect with their fellow peers and camp family for a week, and clean/set up various camp functions.

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.

Leadership Experience

Dear Yorba Linda Woman's Club,

PUTTING THE LOVE IN LEADERSHIP

Standardized Testing

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.

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Every learning and professional opportunity means the world to me. I love the idea of being immersed in a positive culture 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!

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.