Edwin Wu

Edwin is a multidisciplinary writer and student born in Brooklyn, New York, and grew up in suburban Maryland. In his works, he aims to explore topics pertaining to identity, sexuality, and race. Authors like Eckhart Tolle and Octavia E. Butler heavily influence the narrative behind his work, along with his thoughts on cultural heritage. He is presently pursuing his social science associate's degree at Howard Community College along with his high school diploma.

University of Maryland, Baltimore County   Baltimore, MD

Research Assistant, CoLLAB 06/2022- Current

PI: Dr. Mirela Cengher, PhD

• Assists with the Set Size study for children with ASD
• Collects and extracts data through video-based research observation
• Determine experimental integrity 

Volunteer 06/2021- 07/2022

• Transported patients to their appointment around the hospital 
• Scheduled and reminding patients of their appointment 
• Conducted general wellness check calls

Volunteer 08/2022 - Current

• Provides supervision for children while parents receive medical care and organize food pantry
• Create promotional marketing materials regarding sexual, physical, and psychological violence

Volunteer 07/2023-Current

• Lead various camps throughout the nature center and assist with discovery cart along with gardening

Centennial High School 2020-2024

Howard Community College 2022-2024