My name is Maia Beaulieu, and I am a student activist, advocate, and ally. Who is Maia? I am passionate about music, learning new things, and sharing my passions with others. I am all about getting uncomfortable and trying new things to grow as a person. I love to read, mountain bike, and create music. Above all, I value human connection, as I am a firm believer that 'it takes a village' to live life. Current Academic Interests: I love biological sciences, computer science, and math - in fact, I spent my summer taking Calculus 3 at my local college. Future Aspirations: I hope to apply computer science and engineering to medicine, specifically oncology. I believe that my generation is powerful, and together we can cure cancer. I will do my part as a future pediatric oncologist/research-physician to change the world. Additionally, I will continue my work as an activist to ensure equity and equal access for both patients and medical physicians. How am I sparking change? -Empowering women in STEM. I founded a coding club for elementary school-aged girls of all socioeconomic statuses. -I am currently working on an independent research project focusing on applying a new technology (which I cannot yet disclose) to medical diagnostics. -I am a member of a student-led activist group. Together, we have successfully urged our school board to reaffirm their inclusivity and improve our education to be non-racist and represent all students. We have had many successes, but we will keep working until we can achieve equity for all genders, races, orientations, and identities.

• Interviewer

  Since I am unable to shadow and do internships right now, I have been interviewing pediatric oncologists via zoom to gain exposure to the field.

  Jan 2020 – Present

• Advocacy
• Volunteering
• Philanthropy
• Entrepreneurship

• Competitive Mounatin Biking

  Club

  2017 – 2019

• I am currently the only person on the team. The end goal is to begin working with a professional at my local college, but my immediate concern is building a solid foundation of research before proposing the idea.

  Independent · Medicine

  2020 – Present

  Research topic:

  The application of a new technology (which I cannot yet disclose) to medical diagnosis, prognosis, and monitoring.

• Compsoer

  Independent · Music

  2018 – 2020

  Productions:

  I compose music on the piano, for small ensembles, as well as full orchestras. This matters to me because music is a way to connect with people on a deeper level and tell a story without using words. It can bring people together regardless of languages spoken and their beliefs, as all that's required is to feel the message of the music.

• Principle Clarinet (Concert Master), Principle Bassoon, Principle Baritone Saxophone (jazz)

  National Music Educators Association · Music

  2016 – 2020

  Productions:

  District Honor Band (4 years), All State Festival (3 years), Solo and Ensemble (3 or 4 years), Principal clarinestist for 3 years out of 4 possible (freshman year I was second chair). Principle basson for 1 year, concert master twice, and lead baritone saxophone in the district honor jazz band for 1 year.

• Testified before the legislature to support a bill intended to mandate multicultural education in the state of Nevada

  Advocacy · Washoe County Students for Change and Las Vegas Youth Power Project

  2021 – Present

  Mission:

  Support a bill intended to mandate multicultural education in the state of Nevada

• Worked with the school district board of trustees to amplify student voice and make change in the school system.

  Public Service (Politics) · Student Advisory Council

  2020 – Present

  Mission:

  Working with the school district board of trustees to amplify student voice and make change in the school system.

• Vice President

  Volunteering · Key Club

  2018 – Present

  Mission:

  Find and organize volunteering opportunities for students.

• Tutor (math K through Differential Equations)

  Volunteering · Reno Alliance for Free Tutoring

  2020 – Present

  Mission:

  Provide equal access for tutoring family families of any financial status.

• Our organization doesn't have set roles, as we all work together. I have delivered speeches as public comment at school board meetings and have brought attention to injustices that I see in my district. I also write for and edit our monthly newsletter.

  Advocacy · WCSD Students for Change

  2020 – Present

  Mission:

  Our goal is to make change in our school district to bring equity to all races, gender, identities, and religions. I got involved because I understand that I have a lot of privilege that many of my peers don't have. Many of my peers have expressed fear in using their voice to make change, so I knew that I needed to take advantage of my privilege by using my voice and advocating for marginalized students to incite change.