Miho Bernice Leung
Vancouver
Summary
Passionate about humanitarian causes and aspiring to become a lawyer, I have a diverse background in outreach initiatives, leadership, and internship opportunities. With an ambitious and compassionate nature, I am driven to serve the community while constantly seeking new perspectives. My goal is to make a positive impact while utilizing my skills and dedication to create meaningful change.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Volunteer for Children
One to One Literacy
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted weekly reading sessions at Normal Rose Point Elementary School to help Grade Two students improve their literacy skills.
- Identified students' learning needs and personalized lesson plans with literacy games.
- Offered students' parents progress reports every week.
- Enhanced student confidence in reading by offering consistent support while providing feedback.
Volunteer
Ave Maria Garden
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted with bi-weekly floral workshops in elderly care homes.
- Working with esteemed members in the country such as Don Davies (Member of Parliament) and Adrian Dix (former Minister of Health in BC) to support senior citizens through holding floral workshops.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organizing flowers and prepare tools needed.
- Guided seniors through every step in creating floral decorations, providing clear and thorough explanations
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Guide Runner Volunteer
Hong Kong Network for the Promotion of Inclusive Society
07.2024 - Current
- Guided the visually impaired to train for marathons.
- Offered detailed descriptions of surroundings to the visually impaired to ensure safety.
- Carefully navigated through diverse weather conditions to avoid injuries.
- Communicated with the visually impaired to synchronize running speed.
- Assisted the visually impaired with navigating the locker room.
- Ensured all groups running were supervised.
Legal Intern
Kao, Lee & Yip Solicitors
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Researched newly amended conveyance laws and presented research findings to the partners at the firm.
- Researched specific case studies and wrote summaries for the company blog.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation activities, such as sorting trial documents.
- Collaborated with trainees at the firm to prepare court documents.
- Submitted legal documents to the Supreme Court prior to court proceedings with the support of legal trainees.
- Created organized filing system for legal documentation.
- Maintained positive working relationships with fellow staff and trainees.
Student Performer
UBC Music School
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Performed once every two months at the Chan Center for Performing Arts with the UBC Bands.
- Attended full band rehearsals twice a week, as well as sectionals.
- Maintained composure during unexpected events on stage or in the audience.
- Motivated fellow cast members throughout long days of rehearsals or shows.
Volunteer
BCSPCA
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Participated in training sessions on proper animal handling techniques.
- Cleaned and maintained clean living areas for cats and small animals.
- Recorded observations of animal behavior, health, diet, and other information as required.
- Observed animals to detect signs of pain or distress and reported any problems to the supervisor immediately.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while handling animals in order to prevent accidents or injuries to staff or visitors.
- Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter, and cleaned animal bedding.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
- Prepared snacks for animals.
- Adhered strictly to established policies and procedures related to animal caretaking duties.
Head of Boarding House
St. Michaels University School
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with the headmaster to create joint activities for boarding and day students.
- Coordinated house meetings and activities to ensure a safe, positive living environment for all boarding students.
- Developed and implemented programs that promoted community engagement, such as house games and meetings.
- Ensured the boarding students were well-informed of their duties and commitments for the week through house meetings.
- Conducted one-on-one check-ins with boarding students to assess their needs or concerns.
- Promoting volunteer opportunities for Grade 10 boarding students.
- Provided orientation events for new boarding students to familiarize them with campus policies and resources.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among boarding students to maintain a peaceful and respectful community.
Student Performer
Victoria Conservatory of Music
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Performed and competed through the Young Artists Collegium Program for three years.
- Attended weekly rehearsals to review existing material and learn new choreography or music pieces.
- Maintained composure and collaborated with other musicians for provincial competition in Penticton.
- Facilitated small ensemble rehearsals with others to help teach chamber music skills.
- Selected to receive the Outstanding Ensemble Performance award by the Greater Victoria Arts Festival.
Volunteer Performer
Victoria Conservatory of Music
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted with Mother's Day fundraising by performing in assigned garden in Victoria.
- Collaborated with other musicians to create a repertoire for the concert.
- Organized rehearsals for the performance.
Boarding House Leader
St. Margaret's School
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Coordinated house meetings and activities to ensure a safe, positive living environment.
- Led weekly meetings with other senior boarding house leaders to address resident concerns and educate them on changes to policies and procedures.
- Assisted in creating budgets for house events while adhering to established guidelines.
- Fostered relationships with new students to ease the transition.
- Developed and deepened relationships with boarding students and fellow staff.
- Led campus tours and new boarding student orientation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Health & Society
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC06-2027
High School Diploma -
St. Michaels University School
Victoria, BC06-2023
High School Diploma -
St. Margaret's School
Victoria, BCPrimary And Secondary School -
Good Hope School
Hong KongSkills
- Community Engagement
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Interpersonal Skills
- Legal Document Review
- Team-Building
- Legal Trial Preparation
- Attention to Detail
- Event Planning
- Fundraising
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Japanese
Native/ Bilingual
Cantonese
Native/ Bilingual
Mandarin
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Accomplishments
- Selected for language exchange tours to Mongolia, England (Cambridge), and China (Zhejiang).
- Selected for music exchange tours to Singapore, Australia, Korea, and Taiwan.
- Won the best pianist award in the Singapore International Choral Festival held in the Esplanade Concert Hall.
- Performed in world-renowned concert halls, such as the Sydney Opera House.
- Selected to represent the school for an interview with the Radio Television Hong Kong concerning musical achievements.
- Won multiple awards in the Hong Kong Schools Music Festival.
Affiliations
- Harp, Piano, and the Flute at a diploma level
- Boxing
- Competitive swimming
- Ballet
Timeline
Reading Volunteer for Children
One to One Literacy
10.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Ave Maria Garden
09.2024 - Current
Legal Intern
Kao, Lee & Yip Solicitors
08.2024 - 08.2024
Guide Runner Volunteer
Hong Kong Network for the Promotion of Inclusive Society
07.2024 - Current
Volunteer
BCSPCA
01.2024 - 02.2024
Student Performer
UBC Music School
09.2023 - 05.2024
Volunteer Performer
Victoria Conservatory of Music
05.2023 - 05.2023
Head of Boarding House
St. Michaels University School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Student Performer
Victoria Conservatory of Music
09.2020 - 06.2023
Boarding House Leader
St. Margaret's School
09.2019 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
St. Michaels University School
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Health & Society
University of British Columbia
High School Diploma -
St. Margaret's School
Primary And Secondary School -
Good Hope School
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