Aspiring Global Advocate

Natalie Laletin

Debater, Model UN delegate, athlete, and community builder — driven by a passion for global affairs, cultural heritage, and service to others.

About

A college-bound student passionate about debate, diplomacy, and international affairs. Years on the Debate Team and in Model United Nations have built strong skills in research, persuasive speaking, and finding common ground.

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A Voice for Global Dialogue
Grounded in Service and Heritage

Faith, culture, and teamwork shape every commitment — from Campus Ministry service and the Slavic Club to track and field and a professional internship. The goal ahead: studying international relations and making a lasting impact.

Education

College-Preparatory High School Anticipated Graduation: Spring 2027

  • Rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with an emphasis on history, government, English, and world languages

  • Active in academic competitions, faith-based service, cultural organizations, and athletics

Leadership

Competitive debate has been a training ground for clear thinking and confident speaking.

  • Researching and delivering evidence-based arguments on complex policy, ethical, and social issues

  • Analyzing opposing positions and adapting strategy under time pressure

  • Collaborating with teammates to build cases and sharpen persuasive technique

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Debate Team
Model United Nations

Representing nations on the global stage — one committee session at a time.

  • Advocating assigned countries' positions on pressing international issues

  • Drafting position papers and co-authoring resolutions through negotiation and coalition-building

  • Developing diplomacy and consensus-building skills in formal, fast-paced conference settings

Professional Experience

A first step into the professional world, with lessons that extend far beyond the office.

  • Supporting daily operations, including data entry, document preparation, and scheduling

  • Communicating professionally with staff and clients while managing multiple priorities

  • Gaining firsthand insight into workplace expectations, teamwork, and problem-solving

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Internship

Community

Service and faith in action.

  • Organizing and taking part in service projects, retreats, and community outreach

  • Helping plan liturgies and faith-based events that foster inclusion and belonging

  • Leading with compassion, reliability, and a commitment to others

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Campus Ministry
Slavic Club

Celebrating heritage and building bridges between cultures.

  • Sharing Slavic history, traditions, and languages through events and club activities

  • Helping organize celebrations and presentations that bring diverse students together

  • Strengthening intercultural understanding within the school community

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Athletics

Discipline, endurance, and team spirit — on and off the track.

  • Training consistently through a demanding practice schedule while balancing academics and activities

  • Competing in meets on behalf of the school with focus and perseverance

  • Supporting teammates and contributing to a motivated, positive team culture

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Track and Field

Skills & Interests

  • Public Speaking

  • Persuasive Writing

  • Research and Analysis

  • Negotiation and Diplomacy

  • Teamwork and Collaboration

  • Time Management

  • Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Skills
Interests
  • International Relations

  • Global Policy

  • Slavic Culture and History

  • Community Service

  • Running

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