- Glow Scholar Year: 2009
- College: UC Berkeley
- Year in College: 1st Year
- Intended Major: Undeclared
- Date Posted: 2010-01-21
- Estimated Cost of College: $29000
- Funding Required By: 2010-06-30
“My parents have worked very hard to support our family and my education. A college degree would be the best thing that I can give to my parents, but it is also the key to my dreams. I want to open my very own restaurant, one that is fit for anyone of any race, free from the racial tensions that surround the world every day.”
In addition to maintaining an outstanding academic record, Darian was active in Varsity Baseball as the starting second baseman for City Arts and Tech's team. He also attended Central Chinese High School of America every Sunday for a chance to learn Mandarin and enhance his Chinese education. Darian was Yearbook Editor in charge of the junior section of the yearbookand active in the Science Club at CAT
Darian received the California Legislature Assembly Certificate of Recognition which honors exemplary leadership and outstanding scholastic achievements and received a Certificate of Congressional Recognition honoring his dedication to learning and drive to succeed.