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Welcome to CRISIS! - From your Head Chair

Hi everyone!

My name is Andy Luo, and I will be your CRISIS head chair for BMUN LXVI! I am currently a junior here at Cal studying Economics and Molecular Cell Biology, but I'm originally from a small town in New Jersey called Plainsboro. Some things that I like to do in my free time include playing basketball, working out, trying out different types of food, and hanging out with my friends. Last summer, I had the awesome opportunity to work at a biotechnology company in San Diego called ACEA Biosciences.

I am super stoked about being the head chair for this committee this year, and I can't wait to interact with you guys over the next months. Of course, my vice chairs and I are even more excited to actually meet you guys this coming March! The topic for CRISIS this year will Counter-terrorism and Regional Stability in the Middle East. If you have any questions about me, my background, my experience here at Cal, BMUN, or our committee, feel free to ask! 

Andy

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