About
My name is Alina Mao
I am a detail-oriented person living with all kinds of plans and checklists.
Like conquering steep slopes on a snowboard, I've learned to embrace the thrill of challenges. It's this mindset that drives me to push boundaries.
— Keep Hustle, Humble, and Open.
🌟 A Journey of Curiosity and Courage
January 2023 - June 2024
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🎨 Academic & Professional Exploration: Charting Intellectual Curiosity
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🌊 Life Exploration: Embracing Challenges and Personal Growth
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High School:
Mathematical Foundations
Key Insight: Mathematics as a language of understanding complex systems
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Discovered passion for problem-solving through calculus
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Won Canadian Calculus Competition, showcasing analytical prowes
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High School:
First Steps into Global Awareness
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Volunteered in Thailand
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Became a certified advanced scuba diver
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Learned: Connection between personal growth and global understanding
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Undergraduate Years: Navigating Interdisciplinary Paths
Turning Point: Discovered Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) as a multidisciplinary field combining technology, psychology, and design
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Started with Mathematics and Quantitative Economics
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Explored data science as a bridge between mathematical theory and real-world applications
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Participated in machine learning research at UC Irvine
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High School:
First Steps into Global Awareness
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Volunteered in Thailand
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Became a certified advanced scuba diver
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Learned: Connection between personal growth and global understanding
🧮
High School:
Mathematical Foundations
Key Insight: Mathematics as a language of understanding complex systems
-
Discovered passion for problem-solving through calculus
-
Won Canadian Calculus Competition, showcasing analytical prowes
🌍
High School:
First Steps into Global Awareness
-
Volunteered in Thailand
-
Became a certified advanced scuba diver
-
Learned: Connection between personal growth and global understanding
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