Christina Luckett
Murray 1693 Scholar
Hometown
Vienna, VA (James Madison HS)
Areas of Interest
Hispanic Studies, Chemistry, Sociology, Public Health, Linguistics
Why W&M
My introduction to William & Mary, just over five years ago, began with my sister. She is a recent graduate of the college, and I always loved hearing about her experiences as part of this truly warm and unique community.
As I entered my first event at the start of the Virtual Finalist Experience, I was immediately struck by how passionate all of the scholars were about their interests. From sociolinguistics to organic chemistry, I could hear the excitement in their voices as they discussed their latest research projects. I was equally struck by how welcome and included I immediately felt. The scholars invited me into their conversations and were always willing to share friendly advice and answer my questions. Over the course of the week, I began to understand what it means to be a student at William & Mary. From a handwritten note from the admissions committee to the personalized information I received about my possible major and research opportunities to a virtual game night with current students, I realized that at William & Mary, I would not only be able, but encouraged to explore my wildest interests. I would be surrounded by fellow students who embraced and supported my love for learning. I'm so excited to join the William & Mary community.
W&M Activities
- The Haven, Confidential Advocate
- Korean American Student Association (KASA)
- Chemistry Research with Professor J.C. Poutsma
High School Activities
- Editor-in-Chief of The Hawk Talk student newspaper
- Girl Scout National Delegate and Ambassador
- President of Robotics Team
- Virginia Governor's Spanish Academy
- Conversational English Partners Club
- Peer Tutor
- La Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica Treasurer
- Vienna Essentials music sharing group Co-Founder
- Color Guard
- Congressional Aide selectee,
- Counselor at Sylvan Learning Center STEM Camps
- Volunteer at George Mason University Mason and Partners Clinic
- National Honor Society
- Science National Honor Society
- Math Honor Society
- Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society
- Quill and Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists
Awards / Distinctions
- AP Scholar with Distinction
- National Merit Scholarship Recipient
- Girl Scout Silver Trefoil Award
- Girl Scout Silver Award
- World Language Department Awards
- Social Studies Department Award
- English Department Award
- Math Department Awards
- Science Department Awards
- Outstanding Color Guard Rookie Award
- 1st Place at Technica Hackathon for Best Hack to Aide in a Crisis
- 1st Place in Translational Medical Sciences at James Madison High School Science Fair
- Virginia Department of Education Seal of Biliteracy
