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Hobbies and interests
Art
Baseball
Gaming
Poetry
Business And Entrepreneurship
Community Service And Volunteering
Reading
Adult Fiction
Adventure
Biography
Classics
Fantasy
Historical
Literary Fiction
Mystery
Realistic Fiction
Sports and Games
Thriller
Young Adult
I read books multiple times per week
Sophie Lin
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Sophie Lin
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Link to Resume: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yLqO5WBhDpL42zabBpWJXSN_tjdqdq4xBB8TYeJSPoo/edit?usp=sharing
Education
San Marino High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
- Psychology, General
- Business/Corporate Communications
Career
Dream career field:
Civic & Social Organization
Dream career goals:
Give back to my surrounding communities through relationship building with other organizations
Sports
Baseball
Varsity2024 – Present8 months
Badminton
Junior Varsity2020 – 20211 year
Research
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
STM Patch — COO of Mock Entrepreneurial Team2020 – 2024
Arts
San Marino High School
Visual Arts2020 – 2023
Public services
Volunteering
Key Club International — Publicity Officer2022 – 2024
San Marino Woman’s Club Scholarship
Throughout high school, I consistently sought out opportunities to expand my academic knowledge both inside and outside of the classroom. Within school, I actively participated in advanced placement and honors courses across various subjects, challenging myself with rigorous coursework and assignments. I have always enjoyed pushing my boundaries, leading me to enroll in classes I originally considered "outside my comfort zone." Particularly, I used to excel in STEM classes during my junior high years but noticed they became more difficult in high school. Despite the occasional struggle, I still strived to take advanced STEM courses. My grades in these classes were lower than those in the English and history fields, yet the process proved to be fruitful. I learned the importance of time management, teamwork, and perseverance--all vital skills that will be useful in my future.
Beyond the classroom, I engaged in independent research projects, competitions, and extracurricular activities that complemented my academic interests. For instance, I have always loved music, which manifested itself in becoming president of our school's band program. Additionally, I participated in entrepreneurship competitions, as well as Girl Scouts, where I could delve deeper into topics not covered in my standard curriculum. These experiences not only furthered my academics but also fostered critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a passion for lifelong learning. Overall, my academic journey has been characterized by a relentless pursuit of intellectual growth and a commitment to challenging myself beyond the confines of traditional education--something I hope to continue in college and beyond.