Emily Cao

About Me

UCLA Cognitive Science Honors Student | Researcher & Writer | UX, EdTech, Legal, & Policy Focus | Passionate About Equity, UX/UI Design, and Impactful Programs

Location

Los Angeles, CA
Huntington Beach, CA
Education
    University of California-Los Angeles
    September 2024 - December 2026
    expected degree
    Bachelor's
    majors
    Cognitive Science
    Human-Centered Computing
    minor
    Human-Centered Computing
Work Experience
    Ucla
    Transfer Student Center (TSC) Mentorship Program Team Coordinator
    Westwood, CA, United States, 96137
    August 2024 - present
    company
    Ucla
    title
    Transfer Student Center (TSC) Mentorship Program Team Coordinator
    overview
    Coordinate and lead mentorship operations for a cohort of 80+ students; manage communications, develop outreach materials, and oversee RSVPs, event logistics, and facilitator training. Collaborate with senior staff on program strategy, boosting retention and satisfaction. Improved mentor engagement by 40% through targeted onboarding redesign.
    EZ Street Driving School
    Executive Administrative Assistant & Office Secretary
    Garden Grove, CA, United States, 92846
    July 2021 - present
    Orange Coast College
    Student Equity Department Lead Peer Mentor / Ambassador
    Costa Mesa, CA, United States, 92628
    May 2022 - June 2024
Passion

I’m passionate about creating things that help others feel less alone and more informed. Whether it’s mentoring transfer students, building templates for community orgs, or simplifying policy information through research, I love working on projects that blend empathy, structure, and creativity.

Skills
Languages
American Sign LanguageSpanishVietnamese
Technical skills
C++ (Programming Language)MATLABR (Programming Language)
Skills
CanvaCommunity OutreachCustomer RelationsEvent PlanningFacilitation TechniquesFigmaGoogle SuiteLegal ResearchLegal Research SkillsMicrosoft OfficePublic SpeakingStrategic PlanningUX Wireframing
Gigs / Freelance
    Gumroad
    Freelance Notion Consultant & Designer (+Etsy)
Volunteer
    Holy Spirit Catholic Church
    August 2019 - May 2022
Leadership
    Associated Student Government Executive Board (ASOCC) & Participatory Governing Committees (PGCs)
    Vice President of Diplomatic Affairs
    May 2022 - May 2024
    Psi Beta National Psychology Honor Society
    President & Vice President, OCC Chapter
    May 2022 - May 2024
Hobbies
Self-Improvement
Wellness
Organizing
Curating Content
Traveling
Visual Storytelling
Reading
Yogalates
Weightlifting
Biking
Listening to Music
Watching Movies