I am an Honours student at Victoria University, starting my postgraduate degree in Media Studies.  I have also obtained a major in International Relations with a minor in Asian Studies.  Growing up as an Asian immigrant in Whangarei, from the very young age of three, helped me develop a personality and interest where I would like to analyse contrasting relationships between different cultures and see how the media industry contributes to how it shapes society.
These interests led me to the opportunity of studying aboard in Lyon, France, in 2015 for six months.  I also wrote my own personal column for the Northern Advocate under the title “Kia Ora from a Korean Kiwi”.  I have taught English to Korean students and have helped bridge cultural gaps within the community.  In my spare time I enjoy writing, blogging, and scrapbooking to use as my creative outlet, along with socialising with friends and listening to music in general.

I was in the midst of completing my Bachelors Degree in Communications majoring in Marketing and Public Relations when I was offered the internship at Creative Northland. I have now completed my degree and work at Creative Northland as the marketing assistant and support/liaison. Being given the intern opportunity at Creative Northland enabled me to put some of what I had learnt throughout my degree into real life practice.
I have always been interested in event planning and marketing and I gained relevant skills in both areas being an intern.  I helped with designing posters, website development, managing the Facebook page, organising the e-newsletter and much more. 
The team at Creative Northland were very kind and supportive and encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone and develop my confidence in the workplace. The role was very flexible and no day was ever the same as the last.  I would definitely recommend taking up an intern opportunity. You never know what you might learn and what will come out of it.

I have recently completed my final year of secondary school at Epsom Girls Grammar School in Auckland. In 2017, I will be pursuing a conjoint Law and Arts degree at Victoria University of Wellington- majoring in History and minoring in Political Science.
As a result of my involvement in the arts at Epsom Girls Grammar School, I have developed a thorough appeal to both performing and visual arts. I have been involved in a variety of drama performances and productions, and have gained a significant amount of experience in performing arts. I also have a keen interest in social sciences and humanities, particularly history and anthropology.
From my experience as a boarder and student in Auckland throughout my secondary school years, I have learnt how to thrive and work in diverse and unfamiliar environments. In my free time I enjoy reading, writing, spending time with friends, watching films, outdoor adventures and olympic weightlifting.

I was born and raised in Pukepoto and moved to Whangarei to study at Northtec gaining a Diploma in Applied Arts. I then went on to study at Te Wananga O Aotearoa and completed ‘Toi Paematua’ – Diploma in Maori Art (Whakairo) in 2016. During my study, I was  awarded the ‘Toi Maori & Indigenous Art Scholarship’, the only recipient for Tai Tokerau. I have also contributed to over 40 exhibitions and curated nine shows during my career.
I couldn’t believe that I was the successful applicant for the MAI Programme. When I received the news I was literally speechless! I’ve been in this position for one week and it feels absolutely natural. I intend to learn as much as I possibly can to further my understanding in this position.