Runyu Shi is a Cultural Anthropology student at UC Davis, passionate about exploring human cultures and social dynamics. Fluent in Mandarin and English, he excels in research and cross-cultural communication. Runyu volunteers at the UC Davis Arboretum and local food pantries, contributing to community outreach. In his free time, he writes creative stories, practices traditional Chinese calligraphy, and photographs California’s landscapes. Expected to graduate in 2027, he aims to contribute to cultural preservation and anthropological research.