Shannon Chong
Follow messageRingling College of Art and Design Class of 2014
Miramar, FL
Hi, my name's Shannon. Common intro, right? Well, what I actually hope you'll most remember about me is not my name or my face, but what I hope for our world. As a student of multiple minorities and victim of domestic violence, I know what it's like to be left out. I have felt pain for many years, and hope that nobody ever has to go through the same kind of torment. That's why when I grow up, I want to work for social justice and in Art Therapy. By doing this, I hope to encourage a movement that'll ultimately advance the Arts, and lead our world to being a more socially accepting home for all.
Extracurricular
- National Art Honor Society (NAHS)
- Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)
- Guitar
- I received guitar lessons from college professor, Dr Candace Wheeler (June 2003-June 2006.) She taught me the very basics up until how to play classical compositions. Today, I experiment in playing different styles from indie to folk. I have played in a
- Modeling
- Participated in the Total Women's Modeling Program (aka modeling school) at John Casablanca's Modeling Agency.
- Jazz Dance
- Did a year of jazz dance at MJM Dance studios.
- Cross Country
- Cross Country is brutal.
- Art
- Participated in a Portfolio Development class at the Museum of Art, Ft. Lauderdale. Everything was still-lifes, and medias covered included: oil paints, charcoal and various pencils. Considering to enroll again during grade 12.
- Community Service
- Volunteered weekly and for special events at Southwest Regional Library in Davie, FL. Dedicated over 120 hours total; planning to volunteer again in August 2008.
- Community Service (Miscellaneous)
- Participated in many one-time community service events, i.e.: car wash, Relay for Life & putting up Christmas decrations. Also took part in the packaging process for a local magazine & aided teacher.
- Pre-College Program
- PreCollege Perspective at Ringling College of Art & Design in Sarasota, FL.
- Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
- Member of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) at Southwest Regional Library in Davie, FL. TAB is a leadership program dedicated to raising money via creative fundraisers & events to provide the library with the latest technology, etc. Worked with TAB from Aug
Experience
- Cashier
- China 1
- Cashier and Waitress
- Rainbow Dragon
- Shadower
- Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
- Student Ambassador
- Ringling College of Art and Design
- Demonstrator
- Progressive Promotions
- Salad Bar; Runner; Floorset and Busser
- Jason's Deli
Education
- High School
Honors & Awards
Broward College 1st Place Student Art Exhibition, 2011
Broward College Three-Credit Scholarship, 2011
Broward College President's List, Spring 2011
Coca Cola Scholarship Fund, 2010
Antonio Seminario LGBT Scholarship Fund, 2010
Jason's Deli December Employee of the Month, 2010
Zinch Double Your Money Scholarship, 2010
KarMel Scholarship: Best Artistic, 2010
Zinch Double Your Money Scholarship, 2009
KarMel Scholarship: Honorable Mention, 2009
Gold, Silver and Rainbow Cord Honors, 2009
Everglades High School's Outstanding Achievement in Art Award, 2009
Florida Medallion Scholars Award, 2009
Chuck Smith General Scholarship Fund, 2009
Scholastic Art and Writing Awards: Honorable Mention in Drawing, 2009
Cleveland Clinic eXpressions: Honorable Mention in Visual Arts, 2008
Broward College Three-Credit Scholarship, 2011
Broward College President's List, Spring 2011
Coca Cola Scholarship Fund, 2010
Antonio Seminario LGBT Scholarship Fund, 2010
Jason's Deli December Employee of the Month, 2010
Zinch Double Your Money Scholarship, 2010
KarMel Scholarship: Best Artistic, 2010
Zinch Double Your Money Scholarship, 2009
KarMel Scholarship: Honorable Mention, 2009
Gold, Silver and Rainbow Cord Honors, 2009
Everglades High School's Outstanding Achievement in Art Award, 2009
Florida Medallion Scholars Award, 2009
Chuck Smith General Scholarship Fund, 2009
Scholastic Art and Writing Awards: Honorable Mention in Drawing, 2009
Cleveland Clinic eXpressions: Honorable Mention in Visual Arts, 2008
Info
Basic
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Last Update:
June 19, 2011
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Gender:
Female
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Birthday:
August 5
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Religious:
No affiliation // Agnostic
Background
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Ethnicity:
American Indian // Asian
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Heritage:
Chinese // Indian (from India) // Jamaican
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Citizenship:
US Citizen
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Fluent Language:
American Sign Language // English
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First Gen Student:
Yes
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Hometown:
Miramar, Florida
Interests
- Art History
- Animals
- Biking
- Design
- Fine Arts
- Sociology
- Illustration
- Painting
- Gay-Straight Alliance
- NAHS - National Art Honors Society
Favorites
- TV Shows:
The L Word, Project Runway, How Do I Look?, Arthur, Hey Arnold! and Bishōjo Senshi Sailor Moon.
- Music:
Tegan and Sara, Uh Huh Her, The xx, Katy Perry, Ingrid Michaelson, An Horse, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift and Kaki King.
- Quotes:
"I could live through this, I can live through worse, so play it back in reverse." -- Camp Out by An Horse.
- Books:
