Ariel Zhang
About Ariel Zhang
Ariel Zhang serves as a Peer Liaison at Yale University, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in mentoring students and managing finance for undergraduate organizations, alongside various internships in economic development and research.
Current Role at Yale University
Ariel Zhang currently holds the position of Peer Liaison at Yale University, a role she has occupied since 2020. In this capacity, she facilitates the integration of new students into the Yale community by providing mentorship and connecting them with various resources. Additionally, she serves as the Finance Manager for the Undergraduate Organization Funding Committee, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she manages financial operations and supports student organizations in their funding needs.
Previous Experience in Economic Development
Ariel Zhang gained valuable experience as an Economic Development Administration Intern with the City of New Haven from 2019 to 2020. During her 11-month tenure, she contributed to projects aimed at enhancing the economic landscape of the city. Prior to this, she worked as a Research Assistant at Yale University for five months in 2020, where she supported academic research initiatives.
Educational Background at Yale University
Ariel Zhang pursued her undergraduate studies at Yale University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Statistics & Data Science and Psychology from 2018 to 2022. Her academic training provided her with a solid foundation in quantitative analysis and human behavior, which she applies in her current roles.
Mentorship and Guidance Activities
Since 2020, Ariel Zhang has been actively involved in guiding students through both academic and social aspects of college life. She serves as a mentor to first-year students at the Asian American Cultural Center, helping them connect with Yale organizations and resources. Her mentorship efforts aim to ease the transition for new students and foster a sense of community within the university.
Internship Experience and Early Career
Ariel Zhang has a diverse internship background that includes positions at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory in 2016, the National Institutes of Health in 2017, and the University of Maryland in 2015. These experiences provided her with exposure to various fields and enhanced her skills in research and analysis. Additionally, she worked as an Online Scholar with Girls Who Invest in 2020, further broadening her professional experience.