Jessica Yu
About Jessica Yu
Jessica Yu is a Diversity Equity and Inclusion Coordinator at The Oregon Clinic, with a background in community organizing and a focus on initiatives that support low-income and BIPOC communities. She has held various roles at Washington University in St. Louis and Oregon Health & Science University, gaining extensive experience in research and policy advocacy.
Current Role at The Oregon Clinic
Jessica Yu serves as the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Coordinator at The Oregon Clinic, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on implementing initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization. Her work aims to create an inclusive environment that addresses the needs of diverse populations.
Previous Experience at Oregon Health & Science University
Prior to her current role, Jessica Yu worked at Oregon Health & Science University as a Research Assistant II from 2021 to 2022. She also held the position of Equity Research Intern in 2018 and 2019, where she contributed to research initiatives aimed at addressing equity issues. Her experience at this institution provided her with a strong foundation in research and equity-focused work.
Background in Community Organizing
Jessica Yu has a background in community organizing, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. She has actively worked to eradicate injustices affecting low-income and BIPOC communities. Her efforts include enacting policy changes at both the city and state levels, demonstrating her commitment to social justice.
Education and Academic Involvement
Jessica Yu studied Biochemistry at Washington University in St. Louis, where she earned her degree in Chemistry from 2017 to 2021. During her time at the university, she was involved in various academic and research roles, including serving as a Chemistry Residential Peer Mentor and participating in multiple undergraduate research assistant positions.
Experience at Washington University in St. Louis
At Washington University in St. Louis, Jessica Yu held several positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Civic Scholar, Deneb STARS Student Program Coordinator, and Zaher Lab Undergraduate Research Assistant. Her roles spanned from 2018 to 2021 and involved mentoring, program coordination, and research assistance.