I was born in New York City and was raised in Seoul, Korea until I was seven. Then I moved back to the U.S. to attain my primary and secondary education in Kirkland, WA (home to Costco/Kirkland Signature). Throughout my life I've immersed myself in the languages and cultures of other societies, and in this way I have gained a comparative perspective on life and politics in the United States.
I believe that while it is difficult to go and promote change in other countries through mission trips, aid organizations, and non-profits, the most formidable task is creating concrete change in our own communities. These are the tasks that require sustained changes in our daily lives, the tasks that affect the questions we ask ourselves and the interactions we have with others.
Through the OAG I hope to encourage our generation to be creative and open-minded in the solutions we seek for our future.

I was born in Ueda, Japan. My parents brought our family here when I was still a baby, and I've lived in the Seattle area ever since. I graduated from the University of Washington with a BA in English, and my dream job has always been to be a high school teacher. Recently, I lived in Japan for last nine months teaching English.
I believe that our generation has been given remarkable challenges, and yet I also know that we are uniquely equipped to deal with the difficulties of the 21st century. I feel quite honored to be able to live in these times of progress and change, and I'm always curious about what the next day will bring.
It is my belief that groups of concerned citizens are gaining more power every day, and I see this as a great source of strength. Through groups like OAG, I think that we have the opportunity to bring light to new issues and effect solutions. These are crucial times, and our decisions will affect those generations who will follow us.