Resilience, Determination, and Excellence in Higher Education

Mark C. Liang, J.D. Founded Academic Allstars LLC as a culmination of his life's work. His story is a testament to resilience, determination, and an unwavering commitment to education and community service. Born during the tumultuous time of the Vietnam-American War, Mark's journey to the United States as a refugee set the stage for a life defined by overcoming adversity and achieving educational excellence against all odds.

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selective focus photo of we Founders heart-printed ceramic mug
Academic Allstars LLC is a forward-thinking higher education administration and leadership consulting firm dedicated to enhancing the educational landscape for Southeast Asian, particularly Laotian, students within the California community college system. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by this underserved population, our company adopts a comprehensive and culturally sensitive approach to bridge the gap between high school and higher education. By advocating for increased awareness, smoother transitions to college, and higher retention and completion rates, we aim to empower students and illuminate their path to academic and personal success.

My Background

Academic Allstars LLC

Established Nov. 2023

Education:
1999-2002 Trinity Law School
J.D. Juris Doctor, Completed May 2002
An advanced study and understanding of the principles of law, Philosophies of law, and how history has influenced the development of our modern-day legal system.

1996-1999 California State University, Fullerton
B.A. Business Administration, with an emphasis on Management. A study of all aspects of business management and an exploration of the variety of management strategies as well as the problems and solutions that arise in our modern business environment.

shallow focus photography of books
shallow focus photography of books
red apple fruit on four pyle books
red apple fruit on four pyle books
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woman in black sweater holding white and black vr goggles

Projects

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assorted pen and colored papers in organizer case
Community College Outreach

Developing programs to support Southeast Asian students in community colleges.

College Readiness Workshops

Providing workshops to prepare high school students for college success.

a group of people in a room with a projector screen
a group of people in a room with a projector screen
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three men laughing while looking in the laptop inside room
Student Mentoring

Pairing college students with high school students for mentorship and guidance.

Collaborating with local organizations to improve educational opportunities for Laotian students.

Scholarship Programs