about
I am a rising third-year law student at Penn State Dickinson Law with a focus on international law and immigration. My path has moved through congressional offices, global forums, rural Vietnam, rural West Africa, and a law school clinic, connected by a consistent interest in how systems of power shape people's lives across borders.
I founded GOGIRL International at 16, a nonprofit connecting over 200 girls in West Africa with peers in the US for mentorship and economic support. That work has shaped how I think about law: not as an abstract system but as a tool that either opens or closes doors for real people.
I bring multilingual ability (Korean, with working knowledge of Mandarin, Japanese, Spanish, and Arabic), a record of substantive legal and advocacy work, and a genuine curiosity about how law functions across borders, cultures, and communities.
currently
Rising 3L, Penn State Dickinson Law · Chief Justice, GPSA · Legal Intern, DC DLCP
based in
Silver Spring, MD / Washington, DC
founder
GOGIRL International · Est. 2016
interests
International Law · Immigration · East Asian Affairs · Gender & Development · Trade Policy
experience
A full arc, from high school to now.
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Legal Intern
DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection
Supporting the agency's legal team with consumer protection matters, regulatory compliance, and administrative proceedings.
Chief Justice, GPSA
Penn State Dickinson Law
Presiding over student governance proceedings, managing election integrity, and serving as a point of contact for student advocacy within the law school community.
Immigration Law Clinic
Penn State Dickinson Law
Direct legal representation and support for immigration clients, including client interviews, legal drafting, and case strategy under attorney supervision.
Legal Aid Intern
Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania
Assisted attorneys serving low-income clients across civil legal matters, with a focus on housing and consumer issues.
Training Facilitator
DISRUPTHER Conference · Population Council, New York
Led a training for the launch of a program equipping women with skills and resources to run for political office.
International Affairs Research
The Asia Group, Washington DC
Research and analysis on East Asian trade policy, geopolitics, and cross-border regulatory issues for a strategic advisory firm.
Running Start Young Women to Watch · Ambassador
Running Start, Washington DC
Elected to represent Running Start in its mission to help young women run for office. Created mixed-media promotions on empowerment, activism, and advocacy.
Master of Ceremonies
Reykjavik Global Forum · Harpa, Reykjavik, Iceland
Introduced political leaders, worked alongside Icelandic parliamentary members, and networked with world leaders. Represented Running Start as 2022 Ambassador.
Congressional Intern
US Representative Karen Bass · Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Program
Conducted daily research, created official memos for Legislative Assistants, worked with constituents, and planned events with the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth.
Coordinator
Global Education Destinations
Managed Buddies Without Borders global clubs, moderated cross-cultural conversations, and connected students worldwide on critical real-world problems.
Coach · Mentor · Facilitator
Buddies Without Borders Global Online Forum
Spearheaded trainings for student teams from over 12 countries. Supervised IB students, aided team projects, and promoted global citizenship.
Maryland General Assembly Page
Maryland State House · Montgomery County
Served as Montgomery County's representative in the Maryland State House, participated in official bill hearings, and created summaries for Delegates and Senators.
Vietnam Exchange Intern
Hanoi, Vietnam
Created English curriculum and taught elementary school children in a rural village. Mentored Vietnamese high school exchange students in Maryland.
Habitat for Humanity Volunteer
Baltimore, Maryland
Set up residences for Syrian refugee families.
Invited Speaker
Save the Children: World AIDS Day Conference, Washington DC
Invited to speak on health education as a youth panelist.
Yale Young Global Scholars
Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut
Collaborated with students from over 20 countries on capstone projects focusing on global health and sustainable development.
Running Start College Internship
Running Start, Washington DC (completed while in high school)
Conducted interviews and surveys with US Congresswomen. Provided insight on Running Start programs and prospective events.
Running Start High School Internship
Running Start, Washington DC
Engaged with young women about empowerment, feminism, and political leadership through campaign simulations and elevator pitch training.
Founder & Executive Director
Founded at 16. Connecting over 200 girls in West Africa with peers in the US for peer mentoring and support. Provided networking for goods made by over 60 girls to finance their education. Delivered feminine hygiene kits to over 300 girls and young women in rural areas.
Four-Time National Orator
Washington-Arlington Catholic Forensics League · National Catholic Forensics League
Competed nationally in Declamation, Oral Interpretation, Duo Interpretation, and Original Oratory.
education
J.D. Candidate
Expected 2026Penn State Dickinson Law
Immigration Law · International Law · Corporations · Internet Law. Immigration Law Clinic. Chief Justice, GPSA.
B.A., East Asian Studies
May 2023University of Virginia · Korean Concentration
Minor in Social Entrepreneurship (Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy). Washington Literary Society. AfroHoos Dance Team (Creative Director). UVA Jazz Ensemble.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
May 2020Our Lady of Good Counsel High School · Olney, MD
Four-time National Orator. IB Supervisor and Forensics Coach post-graduation. Yale Young Global Scholars alumna.
skills
languages
- Korean professional working proficiency
- Spanish intermediate
- Mandarin Chinese basic/conversational
- Japanese conversational
- Arabic beginner
legal
- Legal research & writing
- Client interviewing & counseling
- Immigration law
- Administrative law
- International trade policy
- Westlaw · LexisNexis
leadership & other
- Nonprofit founding & management
- Cross-cultural communication
- Public speaking & oratory
- Policy analysis & research
- Event facilitation
- Student governance
contact
Open to opportunities in international law, immigration, and East Asian affairs.