Jesse Yang is an excellent student in the Honors and AP Course of study. He has a 4.31 GPA which places 11th in his class. Jesse is a Commended National Merit student and has been a member of CSF for three years. Jesse is an outstanding athlete and has been part of the Swimming and Diving team during high school and joined Water Polo in his senior year where he received Academic All-League.
Outside of school, Jesse is a Boy Scout and has done community service through them. His community activities have included cleaning windows and floors at the Walnut Blessing Church, removing weeds on the outside of the church, multiple beach clean-ups, reading to the elderly in a hospital, helping build a playground at an orphanage, and building a trail. These activities have not only demonstrated his commitment to service but also his ability to work in diverse environments and his leadership skills.
Jesse's passion for medical research is evident in his participation in the Medical Research program at Western University of Health Sciences during two summers. Here, he gained invaluable hands-on experience, learning to create silk-fibroin-based nanoparticles with celastrol, a drug believed to have potential in cancer treatment. He also honed his skills in dissection, organ collection, and weight measurement in mice and gained a comprehensive understanding of cell culture, passaging cells, and conducting assays. This practical experience has undoubtedly prepared him well for the rigors of medical school.
He has also volunteered at a family clinic and a psychiatric clinic. At the family clinic, he assisted the medical staff in patient care, gaining practical experience in healthcare. At the psychiatric clinic, he provided support to patients with mental health conditions, demonstrating his empathy and dedication to helping others.
Looking ahead, Jesse's aspirations are clear. His passion for medicine and his dedication to academic and extracurricular pursuits have paved the way for his future. He is determined to attend medical school, a goal he is undoubtedly well-equipped to achieve, given his impressive track record and diverse experiences.
