Ryan Lien

I am a senior at Northwestern University majoring in Comparative Literary Studies and Theatre with minors in Business Institutions and Legal Studies. Through my academic pursuits, I have explored how language impacts the world, context shapes meaning, and organization drives change.

On campus, I serve as a school senator, student theatre producer, and Student Staff Development Manager at Norris University Center. Off campus, I am a Hanley for Illinois Senior Campaign Fellow and Teach for America Ignite Fellow. I have extensive experience in theatre education and have interned at the City of Chicago Mayor's Office of Press and Communications. I thrive on building community and amplifying voices, helping others find ways to make life better.

Advocacy is deeply important to me as a type 1 diabetic. I would not be where I am today without those who empowered me to speak up for myself to secure the accommodations I need for my invisible disability.

Looking ahead, I intend to bring my reasoning and writing skills to law school, where I can apply my passion for public service to a career in law.

Email: ryanlien2026@u.northwestern.edu

Phone: 571-302-1067