AAAS DEPARTMENT INTERNS
MAGGIE ZHENG
What is your major or minor?
AAAS/Teacher Preparation Program in Chinese, China Studies Minor
Class of 2026
Why did you want to join the internship program?
I was interested in becoming an intern with the department because it aligned with my passion for education, cultural exchange, and community engagement. As a student in the Chinese Teacher Education program, I want to promote Asian languages and culture while connecting with others who share similar interests. Through this internship, I hope to help organize events, mentor students, and contribute to the AAAS Student Newsletter. These experiences will strengthen my leadership, creativity, and communication skills while supporting the department’s mission to build community and celebrate cultural diversity. Overall, I hope this internship provides meaningful experiences that help me grow both personally and professionally.
What is a fun fact that we should know about you?
I love playing badminton and collecting Crayon Shin Chan items!
YUEYING ZHANG 
What is your major or minor?
Biology Major with a China Studies Minor
Class of '26
Why did you want to join the internship program?
I am interested in becoming an intern with the AAAS department because I’m passionate about the diverse cultural, social, and historical experiences that shape the community. I also wanted the opportunity to contribute to the department by helping organize events, promote student engagement, and build connections between the department and other campus organizations. Through this internship, I hope to strengthen my communication and leadership skills. I also hope to gain experience in outreach, event planning, and writing
What is a fun fact that we should know about you?
A fun fact about me is that I travel out of the country every year.
ANGIE CHOE
What is your major or minor?
Double Major in Business Management (Operations Specialization) and Art History &
Criticism,
China Studies Minor
Class of '27
Why did you want to join the internship program?
The AAAS department gave me so much when it came to having events that promote cultural diversity in a fun and educational way, providing courses that dive into so many topics that are overlooked in high school history curriculum, and expanding my community to amazing faculty and students who are driven to uplift the people around them. I hope that I can connect students to many opportunities and to the department as a whole.
What is a fun fact that we should know about you?
I love drawing portraits of people!
TRACEY LIU
What is your major or minor?
Mass Communications Major, Japanese Studies Minor
Class of ‘26
Why did you want to join the internship program?
I was interested in becoming an intern because I wanted to be more involved with the AAS department as they have been able to provide unique and fun experiences during my time here at Stony Brook. During my time as an intern I hope to use it as a learning experience and to help strengthen our connections as a community to the best of my ability.
What is a fun fact that we should know about you?
I like to collect little trinkets and blind boxes!