Hi, I'm Connor Yao

A passionate junior at Naperville Central High School exploring the intersection of politics and visual communication through graphic design.

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About Me

I'm a junior at Naperville Central High School with a passion for understanding how politics and design intersect to shape our world.

Politics

Passionate about civic engagement, policy analysis, and understanding how government impacts our daily lives.

Graphic Design

Creating visual stories and compelling designs that communicate ideas effectively and beautifully.

Learning

Always curious about new perspectives, current events, and how design can influence political discourse.

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Thoughts on politics, design, and everything in between

August Update: New Beginnings

September 1, 2025

August marks the beginning of a new school year. This month, I visited St. Louis (while also visiting WashU for a campus visit as well as my cousins) and I kicked off the 2025-26 school year, the most rigorous of my high school journey thus far. I have some exciting events towards the end of the year, but we're just hitting the ground running.

Connor Yao

July Update: Purpose, Progress, and Passion

August 5, 2025

July flew by quickly and I participated in MU5IC4GOOD (a music-driven nonprofit), was on Daytime Chicago regarding the project and an upcoming concert, and began a push for a new aquatic center in Naperville. I'm proud of the progress I've made this month and am excited for the future of my advocacy.

Connor Yao

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