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Erin Lee

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Bio

Hello! I’m a first-year student at Yale University majoring in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. I hope to pursue an MD-PhD and bridge scientific research with compassionate care. My goal is to study disease at both the molecular and human levels—understanding how biology, culture, and community shape health. Beyond science, I’m passionate about art, history, and Korean culture. Engaging with K-pop, visual art, and Asian American community initiatives has deepened my understanding of identity and belonging. I see creativity and science as two languages for exploring and better understanding the world around us and what makes us human. I try to approach every opportunity with curiosity, empathy, and purpose. Whether in a lab, classroom, or community space, I aim to connect disciplines and people and work toward a future where medicine is as humane and inclusive as it is innovative.

Education

Yale University

Bachelor's degree program
2025 - 2029

Durham Academy Upper School

High School
2021 - 2025

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
    • Visual and Performing Arts, Other
  • Planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Research

    • Dream career goals:

      Physician-scientist

    • Elementary School Reading and Math | SAT Tutor

      2025 – Present11 months
    • Barista

      MILKLAB
      2025 – 2025

    Sports

    Cross-Country Running

    Varsity
    2019 – 20245 years

    Research

    • Neurobiology and Neurosciences

      Duke University — Lab Assistant
      2023 – 2025

    Arts

    • North Carolina Governor's School

      Painting
      2024 – 2024
    • Yale Daily News

      Illustration
      2025 – Present
    • Durham Arts Council

      Ceramics
      2024 – 2025

    Public services

    • Public Service (Politics)

      North Carolina General Assembly — House Page
      2023 – 2023
    • Volunteering

      Community Soup Kitchen — Volunteer
      2025 – Present
    • Advocacy

      North Carolina Asian Americans Together, Kids Voting Durham — Youth Ambassador, Civic Leadership Intern
      2023 – 2025
    • Volunteering

      Children's Literacy Project — Tutor
      2024 – 2025
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