About Me

I’m a driven and versatile undergraduate studying International Relations with a minor in Biochemistry at Loyola Marymount University. I bridge global policy, life sciences, and law through hands-on research, nonprofit leadership, and legal internships. Fluent in English, French, Russian, and Ukrainian.

Education

Loyola Marymount University (Los Angeles, CA)

B.A. International Relations | Minor: Biochemistry

Expected 2025 • GPA: 3.67

Experience

Marketing Intern — Ledenser France (Paris, France)

Jun 2023 – Aug 2023

• Supported market-localized campaigns and competitive research.

• Built bilingual digital content; managed social scheduling and reporting.

• Adapted creative to French cultural context and brand standards.

Manager & Co-Founder — Hunger for Awareness (Nonprofit, Los Angeles)

Apr 2020 – Oct 2022

• Launched advocacy campaigns on eating-disorder awareness.

• Interviewed mental-health experts; organized fundraisers and virtual events.

• Delivered school presentations across Los Angeles.

Legal Intern — Grant Shenon Almaraz, APLC (Sherman Oaks, CA)

Summer 2024; Summer 2025

• Researched case law, statutes, and procedural rules for business litigation.

• Drafted correspondence, case summaries, and preliminary legal memoranda.

• Organized discovery materials, exhibits, and case files for trial preparation.

• Observed client interviews, depositions, and hearings; prepared detailed notes.

• Collaborated with attorneys and staff to ensure timely case management.

Published Researcher — Red Mountain Biotechnology Program

May 2020 – May 2021

• Conducted optogenetic study of sensory-information processing in Drosophila.

• Presented findings at scientific convenings; recognized for excellence in Biochemistry & Molecular Engineering.

Volunteer — Cedars-Sinai (Los Angeles, CA)

Jun 2020 – Aug 2020

• Assisted patients and staff on the spinal surgery unit; kept patient-flow boards updated and organized records.

Leadership & Service

Esper (Service Organization) — Member (Jan 2023 – May 2025)

• Advocated for environmental justice and anti-trafficking awareness through service and fundraising.

• Organized recruitment events and community presentations; coordinated weekly projects with campus partners.

• Managed social media and volunteer communications.

Honors & Awards

• Program Scholar Award — LMU (2025)

• Department Scholar Award — LMU (2025)

• Best International Relations Paper Award — LMU (2025)

Skills

English, French, Russian, Ukrainian

Languages:

Research:

Legal research & writing; experimental design; scientific communication

Tools:

Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word; R (introductory)

Core Strengths:

Cross-cultural communication, project management, nonprofit leadership, data synthesis

Selected Projects & Presentations

Litigation Research Portfolio:

Case summaries, memos, and exhibit logs (available upon request)

Visualizing sensory-processing pathways in Drosophila using light-activated circuits.

Slide decks and handouts used in LA-area school presentations.

Optogenetics Poster:

Eating-Disorder Awareness Toolkit: