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High School Student Researcher Rachel on Rhetoric of Written Media about Chinese Migration from 1848-1943

Rachel Lee is a student at Singapore American School with a strong interest in international relations, diplomacy, and social sciences. Through Model United Nations (MUN), student leadership, and academic publishing, she has developed her communication and organisational skills while encouraging others to explore global issues.

Model United Nations Achievements

Rachel has earned several distinctions through her participation in international and local Model United Nations conferences. She received Best Deputy Chair at SASMUN V. In addition, she earned Honourable Mentions at MUN@UWCSEA X and SAISMUN V.

To date, Rachel has participated in eight MUN conferences locally and internationally. She has taken on different responsibilities as both a delegate and student officer. These include participating in SEOMUN XXVI and MUNOFS XV. Through these experiences, she has explored international issues and developed skills in debate, negotiation, and diplomacy.

Leadership and Conference Organisation

Beyond her conference participation, Rachel has taken on important organisational responsibilities. She served as Deputy Secretariat of Event Management for SASMUN VI. In this role, she helped organise the largest conference in the event’s history.

The conference welcomed 200 attendees from 10 schools. Through her involvement, Rachel gained experience in event coordination, teamwork, and managing large-scale student activities.

Student Journalism and Academic Involvement

Rachel is also passionate about social sciences and student journalism. She founded the International Student Journal of Social Sciences and serves as its Editor-in-Chief.

She leads a team of eight student officers from diverse backgrounds. Together, they produce magazine issues covering a range of social science topics. Through this initiative, Rachel provides students with opportunities to explore academic subjects, share perspectives, and develop their writing skills.

In addition, Rachel is a member of the National Honor Society and the Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society. These memberships complement her interests in academic achievement, leadership, and social studies.

Rachel’s experiences reflect her dedication to diplomacy, research, and academic communication. Moreover, her leadership in MUN and student publishing demonstrates her commitment to creating opportunities for other students. Through these activities, she continues to explore global issues and encourage engagement with the social sciences.

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