Iris Zhou -Researcher, Mandarin Programs

"I’m Iris, a third-year student at the University of Washington majoring in Education Studies: Wellness and Social Emotional Learning with a minor in Data Science. I am from China where I spent most of my life learning in a Chinese environment before studying in the United States. As an international student and English language learner, I understand the challenges that multilingual students face when adapting to new languages, cultures, and educational systems. Although I am not directly studying Multilingual Education, I am interested in combining Education Studies and Data Science to better understand the data behind multilingual learning programs. My goal is to use data-informed approaches to help multilingual learners thrive by creating positive, supportive, and effective learning environments and learning strategies. I believe every student brings valuable perspectives and strengths to the classroom, and I am excited to contribute to educational communities that celebrate diversity and support all learners."