BUILD PROJECTSLIKE A GEM
Grow. Educate. Mentor.
Jasmine Zhu
For Projects Lead
BERT
Jasmine Zhu
For Projects Lead
@lost with my team 😻
Jasmine Zhu
For Projects Lead
CFS ap with sarah!
Jasmine Zhu
For Projects Lead
dounut chat with the gang
Jasmine Zhu
For Projects Lead
Shehacks with Brianna and Kathy!
Jasmine Zhu
"Projects meant a lot to me. And I know that with the right support, structure, and team culture — it can mean even more to others."
Program
Computer Science
Past Role
Projects Director
Love matcha
Hip-Hop Western dancer
Nail art enthusiast
Projects GEM
Grow. Educate. Mentor.
Mentor
Building stronger connections
Educate
Consistent & actionable learning
Grow
As a team & community
Mentor
Building stronger connections
Cohort Hiring Model
VPs hire one cohort together
Projects Department Calendar
Key dates and events in one place
Career Roadmap Nights
VPs share journeys, resources, and tips
Technical Interview Prep
Practical guidance for career growth
Educate
Consistent & actionable learning
Project Initiation Day
One-day mini build challenge in teams
Weekday Educationals
All sessions recorded for accessibility
Central Resource Hub
Templates, GitHub links, and project ideas
Hackathon Prep
Resources and guidance for competitions
Grow
As a team & community
Projects Instagram
Showcase progress and behind-the-scenes
Projects Website
Quarterly updates on progress
More Socials
Low-pressure events to build friendships
Project Build Days
Study rooms during busy seasons
Our Roadmap
A clear plan for implementing the GEM framework throughout the year.
- •Cohort Hiring
- •Onboarding
- •Educationals Begin
- •Project Initiation Day
- •Hackathon Prep
- •Career Nights
- •Social
- •Cram Jams
- •Build Days
- •Demo Day
Ongoing Activities
Weekly Educationals
Team Check-ins
Building Projects Like a GEM
The GEM framework represents a holistic approach to Projects at Western. By focusing on growth, education, and mentorship, we can create a more connected, skilled, and supportive community of builders and innovators.