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Abe Lemus

@abelemus

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Aspiring global leader with expertise in policy analysis and education.

China

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and impactful policy development.

As a dedicated scholar at Tsinghua University's Schwarzman College, I am pursuing a Master of Global Affairs, focusing on U.S.-China relations. My selection as one of 151 Schwarzman Scholars from over 3,100 applicants underscores my commitment to becoming a global leader. My capstone project on sustainable aviation fuel development in China reflects my passion for innovative solutions to pressing global challenges.

My professional experience includes roles as a substitute teacher, where I honed my classroom management skills and fostered a positive learning environment. Additionally, my internship with the Algorithmic Transparency Institute allowed me to manage a platform used by over 100 organizations, enhancing my organizational and leadership skills. I have also gained valuable insights into fiscal policy through my internships with the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget and the U.S. House of Representatives, where I contributed to policy analysis and legislative outreach.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Intern

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Algorithmic Transparency Institute

Aug 2022 - Aug 2024 (2 years)

Managed Junkipedia, a platform for cataloging problematic content. Organized volunteer shifts for social media monitoring and assisted in planning an annual conference. Contributed to research projects and verified social media information for elections.

Project Management Research

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Substitute Teacher

Current

Emporia Public Schools USD 253

Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Led classrooms across various grade levels, providing instruction and ensuring a positive learning environment. Adapted lesson plans and managed classroom behavior to maintain continuity in student learning. Developed strong rapport with students and staff, promoting collaboration and effective communication.

Classroom Management Lesson planning Communication Student Engagement

Legislative Intern

Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget

Jun 2022 - Aug 2022 (2 months)

Tracked fiscal policy in Congress and created fact sheets for the policy team. Authored blogs for the committee’s website and conducted outreach for sponsorship of fiscally responsible bills.

Writing Research Outreach Collaboration

Congressional Intern

US House of Representatives

Feb 2022 - May 2022 (3 months)

Wrote memorandums on legislative issues and attended Congressional committee meetings. Responded to constituent inquiries and created policy briefs on various topics.

Writing Communication Constituent Services

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Tsinghua University, Schwarzman College

Master of Global Affairs, Global Affairs

2022 - 2024

One of 151 students selected for the eighth class of the Schwarzman Scholars Program (3,100+ applicants), an elite global scholarship to study U.S.-China Relations, designed to prepare the next generation of global leaders. Capstone project with the Innovation Center for Energy and Transportation: 'Taking Off Green: A Long Term Proposal for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Development in China'.

Emporia State University

Bachelor of Science, Political Science

2019 - 2023

Grade: 3.75

Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a concentration in pre-law. Achieved a GPA of 3.75 and was a TRIO McNair Scholar. Graduated with High Honors and served as an Undergraduate Assistant in the President’s Office.