Crystal Hwang

Evaluation of Learned Helplessness in STEM Education (DRIES Lab). Principal Investigator: Dr. Daniel Dries, Ph.D.

Undergraduate Researcher - Chapman University - Chapman University, CA

(2025-09 - 2026-05)

Evaluation of Learned Helplessness in STEM Education (DRIES Lab). Principal Investigator: Dr. Daniel Dries, Ph.D.

• Investigated locus of control and learned helplessness in STEM education, specifically within organic chemistry courses
• Developed literature-based interview protocols and quantitative questionnaires to assess student attributions.
• Dedicated 5 hours per week to qualitative data collection and analysis

Board Member - Korean American Student Association (KASA) - Chapman University

(2024-10 - 2025-01)

• Selected to serve on the executive board to assist with event planning and student outreach
• Coordinated with executive leadership to organize early-semester campus involvement activities

President, Ambassador, and Volunteer Tutor - Beach Cities Student Tutoring - Beach Cities, CA

(2020-10 - 2024-06)

• Led a team of 30+ tutors, managed outreach with local schools, and expanded organizational impact
• Provided weekly individual instruction in Biology, English, and Math for K-12 students
• Oversaw scheduling, event coordination, and student progress tracking using Microsoft Excel

Front Desk Receptionist - Riviera Health Spa - Torrance, CA

(2023-05 - 2023-12)

• Managed POS transactions, client scheduling, and bilingual customer support in English and Korean
• Maintained facility sanitation standards and conducted orientation tours for incoming patrons

Pharm.D. - Pharmacy - Chapman University School of Pharmacy (2026-08)

Accelerated Pharmacy Experience (APEx) Program - Pharmacy - Chapman University (2024-08 - 2026-05)