James Shiang

A freshman studying Political Science, James is the Communications Director for the Symposium this year. With interests in racial equality and gender rights, he is excited to advocate for greater awareness across campus. James has worked on various political campaigns at the mayoral and local level to help elect public servants who will promote equality in their constituencies. Outside of the Symposium, he is the Press Corps Director for UConn Model UN and after graduating, he hopes to become either a US Senator or Ambassador.