2025 Outstanding Young Citizens
Congratulations to our Outstanding Young Citizens!
Muriel Liu
North Allegheny Senior High School, 11
Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
Minqing Song
Chenggang Liu
Academic Achievement
USAG Rhythmic Gymnastics, National Champion, 3x State & Regional Top 3, Certificate of Recognition from Senate, Competitor – 3 Years
USA Biology Olympiad Semifinalist, Competitor – 1 Year
HOSA, 1st place State, International qualifier, Competitor – 2 Years
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards 5 Gold, 2 Silver, 5 Honorable Mentions; Carnegie Library Teen Media Award 1st, Competitor – 3 Years
Extracurricular Activities
Be My Neighbor – Community initiative supporting immigrant and refugee families in Pittsburgh; raised $1500+, collected around 400 donation items, reached 120k people; featured on local radio; expanded to communities across PA, Founder – 1 Year
Launch Your Future Internship & Certificate Program – Completed a mentored research project and presented findings; received $700 stipend for completion and presentation, Participant – 1 Year
Violinist – Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra, PMEA Orchestras, Chamber Orchestras, Selected Member & Section Leader – 3 Years
Musicians Society Club – Passion project organizing live performances for club members at senior living homes and school events; supported charitable causes through benefit concerts, Founder – 2 Years
Community Involvement
Allegheny Health Network Hospital, Science National Honor Society, Key Club – contributed 100+ hours tutoring students, organizing donation drives, and creating service projects supporting students and patients, Vice President & Distinguished Member – 3 Years
UPMC Future Healthcare Professional Intern – Assisted nurses across multiple departments and shadowed healthcare professionals during surgeries and clinical procedures, Volunteer – 2 Years
Carnegie Science Center Volunteer – Assisted teachers with summer camp activities and lesson planning; contributed 100 volunteer hours, Volunteer – 2 Years
Rhythmic Gymnastics Assistant Coach – Assisted in coaching and skill development, helping young athletes prepare for state competitions, Employee – 1 Year
Plans
In the future, I hope to pursue a career in ophthalmology and vision care. I plan to study a science-related major and explore innovative ways to treat vision problems while supporting my community through outreach and health programs. I hope to combine scientific research with accessible care to improve vision and expand opportunities for others.