Historical Documentary
Anna May Wong NHD Documentary
Together with Lydia, Maria co-created the Anna May Wong NHD documentary — winning the Kitty Dukakis Award and advancing to the National History Day competition.
Individual Profile
Shuxin Deng
Student Researcher · Vocalist · Documentary Creator · Youth Reporter
About Maria
Maria (Shuxin) Deng is Lydia's twin sister and equally multidisciplinary in her passions. An 11th grader at Lexington High School, Maria channels her energy into documentary filmmaking, youth journalism, vocal performance, historical research, and community service.
Together with Lydia, Maria co-created the Anna May Wong NHD documentary — winning the Kitty Dukakis Award and advancing to the National History Day competition. She co-initiated the charity concert and has four published journalism reports.
Activities & Projects
Historical Documentary
Together with Lydia, Maria co-created the Anna May Wong NHD documentary — winning the Kitty Dukakis Award and advancing to the National History Day competition.
Academic Research — Co-project with Lydia
Joint research project with Lydia on music therapy, emotional effects of music, and AI's potential role in music creation and therapeutic applications.
Details and publication links forthcoming.
Maria's Journalism
Maria has published four video reports covering Asian American cultural events, community initiatives, and social causes across Greater Boston.
Skills
Vocal Performance
Research & Writing
Media & Journalism
Communication & Leadership