Hi! I’m Truman, and I’m a Molecular and Cell Biology major at UC Berkeley with a strong interest in medicine and science. I am a general chemistry lab TA here at UC Berkeley, and I value the opportunity it gives me to help my students build confidence in both themselves and their chemistry skills. I’ve worked with elementary and high school students for years, and I love seeing my students become more independent and learn to approach problems on their own. I am especially comfortable tutoring biology, chemistry, and math, and I love finding creative ways to explain concepts based on each student’s interests and learning style.
Outside the classroom, I serve as a lead for my school’s Lion Dance team, and I also enjoy working out, playing basketball, and cooking. In the future, I hope to pursue a career in medicine, where I can continue learning and making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
College:
Education: University of California, Berkeley
Undergrad Major: B.A. in Molecular & Cell Biology
High School:
Awards & Honors: Valedictorian, Tower Award, National Merit Commended Student, Junior Varsity Field MVP, Certificate of Recognition from California State Assembly
Interests & Activities: Varsity Track & Field (Captain), Vietnamese Student Association, Vietnamese American Roundtable Intern & Volunteer, Class of 2025 Secretary, Ve Nguon Vietnamese School Teacher's Assistant, Publicity Committee Chair for ASB
SAT Scores: 1540 (780 Math, 760 Reading & Writing)
AP Exams: 5 Biology, 5 Statistics, 5 Chemistry, 5 Psychology, 4 English Literature and Composition
Other:
Other Awards: Dean's List (All Semesters), Honors (to date)
Other Interests & Activities: At UC Berkeley, I'm involved in: CalVSA Lion Dance (Lion Lead and Head Coordinator Intern), American Medical Student Association (Chief of Staff, Treasurer, and Fundraising Committee Head), Cal Vietnamese Student Association.
Location: Other
