Emma Willard School · Class of 2028
Helen Liu
Exploring the space where psychology meets art — how colors shape mood, how creativity heals, and how the mind makes meaning from beauty.
What Inspires Me
Four Threads
Psychology
Understanding human behavior, emotion, and the social forces that shape who we become
Art & Media
Visual storytelling through media arts, exploring how images shape perception and meaning
Cognitive Science
The neuroscience of creativity — how the brain processes art, color, and emotion
Cultural Roots
Ikebana, piano, and the quiet discipline of traditional arts carried across cultures
Current Research
Energy Drinks, Caffeine & Teen Anxiety
Do energy drinks affect how anxious high schoolers feel? My current research uses validated psychological scales like the GAD-7 to investigate the relationship between caffeine consumption and anxiety levels in adolescents. Early results show a statistically significant connection — and I'm still collecting data.
Explore my work“I want to understand people — not just what they do, but why they feel what they feel.”
Looking Ahead
The Road to College
Searching for schools that balance intellectual freedom with supportive community — places where psychology, art, and cognitive science can intersect.
Planned Majors
- Psychology
- Cognitive Science
- Media & Communication
What I Value
- Interdisciplinary exploration
- Supportive community
- Creative freedom
School Visits
Summer 2026 — visiting campuses across California, Boston, and New York to find the right fit.