Lily Stewart

Multidisciplinary academic, research, and arts professional with extensive experience in laboratory management, experimental research, student leadership, and music performance. Currently serving as Lab Manager at the New York University, overseeing operations, communications, participant recruitment, and research support for the Communication, Memory, and Mind Lab (CoMM Lab). Also supporting research as an Undergraduate Research Assistant and assisting in occupational therapy cadaver labs at NYU Langone Health, managing experiments, data collection, cognitive assessments, and ethical research protocols.

Demonstrates strong leadership as President of the Japanese Cultural Association at NYU, overseeing operations, events, outreach, and alumni relations for 200+ members while directing a leadership team of 25+ officers. Previous roles include Head of Outreach and Event Coordinating Officer, organizing large-scale cultural and networking events for university and community engagement.

Experienced music professional and performer, active as a freelance harpist with performance credits including Carnegie Hall, and versatile experience in solo, chamber, orchestral, and recording settings.

Additionally, serves as Independent College Counselor and Advisor, guiding students through college selection and application processes, resulting in admissions to top-tier universities.

Recognized for expertise in laboratory and research management, student leadership, event coordination, strategic communications, music performance, and personalized academic advising, with a track record of fostering engagement, operational excellence, and high-quality outcomes across academic, artistic, and educational initiatives.