Alina Samylova

Chess Club Treasurer

Managed annual budget and weekly tournaments for 25 members (2020‑2024).

Marine Biology Club

Presented research on coral‑reef bleaching and organized field‑trip specimen logs (2023‑2024)

Service Hours

200+ combined hours in beach clean‑ups, Walk for Wishes events, blood‑donation drives, and a children’s summer camp.

Creative Arts

Exhibited paintings in four school shows and earned honorable mention in an international Russian art contest.

Athletics

School‑swim‑team letter; keeps discipline sharp through daily laps.

Experience Snapshot

Walk for Wishes & Blood‑Donation Drives

Assist with event setup, donor check‑in, and post‑donation care for regional health charities

Chess Club Treasurer

Balanced club budget, procured equipment, and launched a novice ladder that boosted membership by 20 %

Environmental Volunteering

Organize monthly shoreline clean‑ups, coordinating up to 15 peers; removed 300 lbs of debris since 2022

Track data on collected waste to support Marine Biology Club presentations.

Summer Camp “Smekayka” Volunteer

Lead art and language activities for groups of 10–15 children, encouraging cross‑cultural exchange

Activities & Leadership

Crochet Club

Produced handmade items donated to local shelters.

International Club

Helped plan multicultural night featuring Russian literature and cuisine.

Participated in specimen cataloging and reef‑bleaching awareness campaign.

Marine Bio Club

Family Support

Provide daily transportation for younger brother, ensuring consistent school attendance.

Languages:

Russian (native), English (fluent)

Technical:

Google Workspace, Canva, basic Excel budgeting

Soft Skills:

Event coordination, peer mentoring, budget tracking, public speaking

Skills

Next Goals

Major in biology with a focus on marine conservation.

Academic Focus

Professional Goal

Secure a summer internship at a coastal research lab.

Community Initiative

Establish a bilingual tutoring circle for recent immigrant students.