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I'm a dedicated English major at Grove City College with a love for poetry, editing, and thoughtful storytelling. I’m building a portfolio of published poetry and prose while helping others refine their ideas. I enjoy exploring how art, language, and faith intersect, and I look for opportunities to contribute to literary magazines, education projects, and community outreach.…

Taryn Chan

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I'm a dedicated English major at Grove City College with a love for poetry, editing, and thoughtful storytelling. I’m building a portfolio of published poetry and prose while helping others refine their ideas. I enjoy exploring how art, language, and faith intersect, and I look for opportunities to contribute to literary magazines, education projects, and community outreach.…

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I’m a dedicated English major at Grove City College with a love for poetry, editing, and thoughtful storytelling. I’m building a portfolio of published poetry and prose while helping others refine their ideas.

I enjoy exploring how art, language, and faith intersect, and I look for opportunities to contribute to literary magazines, education projects, and community outreach.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Japanese

Beginner

Work Experience

Intern at Mission to the World

June 1, 2025 - July 31, 2025

Ministered to local high schoolers and college students by building friendships through one-on-one outings and intentional conversations. Collaborated with artists, gallery owners and staff to design press as PR intern for “Gospel Threads,” an exhibition held July 12, 2025 at Christian-run art gallery (Gallery Nani).

Teacher's Assistant at Grove City College

September 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025

Graded homework and quizzes for multiple classes while communicating responsibly with Dr. Eric Potter.

Tutor at Writing Center, Grove City College

September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024

Advised students in developing, structuring, and editing their essays, aiming for clarity and conciseness. Diagnosed essays’ needs and formulated concrete next steps for students within 15-40 min. tutoring sessions.

Cashier at Hobby Lobby

September 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022

Interacted with customers and management under pressure. Adapted to the steep learning curve provided by outdated cash registers.

Blogger at All Things by Faith

October 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020

Promoted T-shirt designs by relating the Christian message on the apparel to Bible verses, explaining biblical topics to a broad audience, and incorporating keywords into blogs.

Cashier at Hobby Lobby

January 1, 2023 - Present

Interacted with customers and management under pressure. Adapted to the steep learning curve provided by outdated cash registers.