Old Dominion University

Norfolk, Virginia

• Graduate of Great Bridge High School, Chesapeake, VA

• Winner of the Cynthia Davis Greene Memorial Scholarship
• Top JROTC leader: Promoted to Operations Officer (2nd in command) his senior year, recognized as a "Top Performing Cadet" 
• National award recipient: Earned the prestigious "Military Honor of the World Wars" national award in 2025
• Virginia Boys State delegate: One of only eight students selected from his school to attend Boys State at Radford University, a highly competitive leadership and government program
• Hospital advocate: Selected as a member of KAPAC (Kids as Partners Advisory Council) at Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters, serving as a youth voice to improve the hospital experience for pediatric patients
• Pediatric cancer volunteer: Volunteered regularly with Roc Solid Foundation, which builds hope for families fighting childhood cancer through playsets and Ready Bag programs
• National Honor Society member: Active NHS member junior and senior year, volunteering at events and creating Christmas cards for veterans
• Young entrepreneur: Owns and operates his own landscaping business serving clients across Virginia and North Carolina

University of Maryland 

College Park, Maryland

• Graduate of Eastern Technical High School, Essex, MD

• Extraordinary cancer fundraiser: As a Blood Cancer United Student Visionary of the Year candidate, led a team of eight to raise $78,265 in just seven weeks, contributing $50,000+ individually and securing corporate sponsorships

• Sustained cancer advocacy: Continued her BCU commitment as a Junior Leadership Team Member, mentoring new advocates, organizing events, and supporting candidate campaigns long after her own ended

• Johns Hopkins patient advocate: Serving since 2020 on the Teen and Children's Advisory Council at Johns Hopkins Children's Center, organizing annual proms for patients and working to improve the hospital experience for young people

• Red Cross president & regional leader: Led 300+ student members as President of Eastern Technical High School's Red Cross Society, organizing blood drives, fundraising $1,000+ for vaccines, assembling 200+ toiletry kits, and creating 300+ cards for veterans annually, while also serving on the American Red Cross National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region Youth Executive Board

• Three-time Academic Athlete Award recipient: Varsity field hockey player whose team ranked #5 in the county and reached Regional Semifinalist in 2024

• 15+ year competitive dancer: Company dancer trained in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, musical theater, and lyrical, with performances at Disney World on three occasions

• School leadership: Served on the Principal's Cabinet (Mane Council) and as Girl Up Club Social Media Coordinator, advocating for women's rights and driving school-wide initiatives
   

Syracuse University

Syracuse, New York

• Graduate of Shenendehowa High School, Clifton Park, NY

• ​15+ year competitive dancer & title winner: A dedicated dancer across all genres, competing in four regional and one national competition annually, and crowned 2024 Regional Fly Senior Title Winner at Premier Dance Performing Arts Center

• Pediatric cancer mentor: Volunteer at The Melodies Center for Childhood Cancer & Blood Disorders, guiding pediatric cancer patients through chemotherapy sessions, offering companionship, and teaching coping strategies so they never feel alone

• Best Buddies president: Led monthly inclusive events for students with special needs, organizing dance and game activities that foster connection and belonging

• Class Council member: Contributed to school spirit by planning and executing major events including Homecoming, Spirit Week, and Senior Sunrise

• Women in Business club member: Participated in mock interviews, fundraisers, and business-related activities with a focus on community impact

• Multi-sport athlete: Played JV lacrosse and travel lacrosse with ADK Peak, developing teamwork, leadership, and quick thinking across competitive levels

Brigham Young University 

Provo, Utah

• Graduate of Horizon High School, Scottsdale, AZ

• Founder & president of JustServeHuskies: Launched a service club at her high school in 2024 that meets weekly, completing an extraordinary range of service projects benefiting refugees, cancer patients, seniors, children, animals, and women in crisis. Partnered with organizations including Mayo Clinic, Gathering Humanity, Magic Yarn Project, and Dolls of Hope
• Dedicated cancer patient advocate: Organized multiple projects specifically for cancer patients, including handmade blankets, letters of encouragement, decorated journals for infusion patients, and decorated envelopes for children battling cancer receiving wigs through the Magic Yarn Project
• Varsity basketball captain & state finalist: Four-year varsity player, team captain junior and senior year, State Champions Runner-up for 5A Girls Basketball, and Thunderbird Summer League Champions 2023
• Student Athlete Leadership Team president: Elected by peers to lead student-athlete initiatives and represent the intersection of academics and athletics at her school
• Silent Servant Award recipient: Honored by the Peter R. Marsh Foundation for embodying quiet, selfless service
• Multi-sport athlete: Competed in varsity flag football, JV Badminton (MVP), and traveled with the Arizona Athletics Basketball Club NIKE Team in addition to her varsity basketball career
• Competitive pianist: Prepares for and competes annually through the Phoenix Music Teachers Association, demonstrating discipline and artistry alongside her athletic and service commitments
• Community builder from the ground up: Co-founded Horizon's Garden Club, transforming neglected school land into a thriving garden through donor outreach and community partnerships, and revitalized the Lady Husky Basketball Booster Club storage space through hands-on renovation

University of California

Los Angeles, California

• Graduate of Castaic High School, Castaic, CA

• ​Cancer fundraiser & advocate: As a Blood Cancer United Student Visionaries of the Year Candidate, led a multi-state fundraising team to raise $50,000+ in just seven weeks, securing corporate sponsors including Warner Bros., Trammell Crow, and Gensler. Earned both the Mission and Research Awards

• Cancer Awareness Club founder & president: Launched and led a 30+ member club at Castaic High School dedicated to teaching cancer biology, mentoring student research projects, and hosting weekly meetings and guest speakers

• District-wide symposium organizer: Conceived and executed a cancer awareness symposium spanning three schools with 60+ attendees, featuring a student research competition and an oncologist keynote speaker

• UCLA-trained cancer researcher: Selected for UCLA's Research in Focus program, where she studied pancreatic cancer and KRAS resistance, presented findings to UCLA faculty, and earned 1st place in a multi-school research competition

• Digital science communicator: Co-created PancreAction, a five-part TikTok educational series translating pancreatic cancer research into accessible content for young audiences

• Four-sport varsity athlete & multi-team captain: Captain of varsity soccer, flag football (helping launch the inaugural team to a CIF Division 5 finals appearance), and a decorated track & field athlete earning regional medals, league titles, Rookie of the Year, and multiple Scholar-Athlete awards

• Elite club soccer leader: Eight-year starting center back and co-captain of Legends FC ECNL RL, leading the team to the 2025 league championship while organizing 15+ team bonding events and mentoring younger players

• Blood Cancer United junior mentor: Continued her LLS commitment as a Junior Leadership Committee Team Mentor, guiding two Student Visionaries teams, leading meetings, and supporting sponsorship outreach after her own campaign concluded

Lafayette College

Easton, Pennsylvania

• Graduate of Liberty High School, Sykesville, MD

• ​Class president: Elected President of the Liberty High School Class of 2026, leading fundraising efforts, chairing class meetings, and coordinating major events including Homecoming, Prom, and Senior Picnic

• Principal's pick for Outstanding Young Women Leaders Program: Selected as the sole representative from her school by her principal, participating in workshops on leadership, public speaking, and professionalism, and planning a large-scale community event designed to empower young women

• Champion tennis player: Carroll County Girls' Doubles Champion (2025), Maryland 1A North Regional Champion (2023), and two-time Maryland Team State Champion (2023 and 2025)

• Scholastic Letter recipient: Earned this distinction by maintaining a 4.2 GPA or higher for eight consecutive quarters

• Student Ambassador: Selected to represent Liberty High School by welcoming and guiding incoming freshmen, helping ease their transition into high school life​

Duke University

Durham, North Carolina

• Graduate of Tampa Preparatory School, Tampa, FL

• Cancer researcher at Moffitt Cancer Center: Completed an 8-week paid research internship at Moffitt's Integrated Mathematical Oncology department, conducting research on modeling TIL Adoptive Cell Therapy scheduling using histologic images to treat Urothelial Carcinoma

• Blood Cancer United Student Visionary: Raised $25,000 as a Student Visionaries of the Year candidate, spreading awareness for blood cancers and treatment across the community

• Elite robotics champion & leader: Co-President of Tampa Prep Robotics, 2x VEX State Champion, 4x VEX World Championship Qualifier, and recipient of 21 competition awards

• Student Body President: Elected to lead Tampa Prep's student council after four years of continuous membership and service

• NIH-funded researcher: Interned with Bridge2AI Voice at the USF Voice Center, contributing to an NIH-funded program exploring voice as a biomarker for health

• Varsity golf captain & track athlete: First-seeded player and captain of Tampa Prep's varsity golf team (7 HCP), and a competitive varsity track athlete with strong times in the 800m and 1600m

• Classical & jazz pianist: Performing since 2018 with a focus on classical and jazz, appearing at large school and personal events throughout his high school career

• Youth robotics coach & community servant: Coached an elementary school VEX IQ robotics team, volunteered with Feeding Tampa Bay and Metropolitan Ministries, and served as a First Tee of Tampa Bay ambassador

University of Rochester

Rochester, New York

• Graduate of Clarence High School, Clarence, NY​

• Winner of The Katz Family Scholarship

• Cancer researcher at Roswell Park: Completed a 6-week research internship at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, working in Dr. David Goodrich's lab on genetic deletions to prevent prostate cancer progression, and presenting findings at the Summer Research Symposium
• University of Rochester George Eastman Young Leaders Award: A highly selective recognition honoring exceptional young leaders who demonstrate outstanding achievement and commitment to their communities
• Third-degree black belt & taekwondo instructor: A 13-year martial artist who has earned a third-degree black belt and teaches curriculum to children and adults, demonstrating extraordinary discipline, perseverance, and leadership
• Section VI Championship varsity soccer player: Competed on Clarence High School's Girls Varsity Soccer Team, helping secure a Section VI Championship title in the 2024 season, alongside years of competitive travel soccer
• National Honor Society & Academy of Business and Finance: Recognized for academic excellence and selected for a rigorous business and finance academy with coursework spanning accounting, ethics, investments, and professional development
• Dedicated community servant: Volunteered across a wide range of causes including TOPSoccer for children with disabilities, Operation Christmas Child, Senior Citizen Prom, and Kids Night Out, consistently showing up for her community in meaningful, hands-on ways
• Symphonic band musician & bilingual achiever: Performed in Clarence's Symphonic Band and earned both a Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish and an NAF Business Certification

Syracuse University

Syracuse, New York

• Graduate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, Scotch Plains, NJ

• Winner of the Nabil Joseph Mattar Scholarship

• Lifelong cancer advocate: Volunteer with The Valerie Fund and Jam Kancer in the Kan since 2012, helping raise over $100,000 for children's cancer nonprofits through more than a decade of sustained annual fundraising and event support
• SMAC Co-President & multi-year leader:  Rose from Membership Chair to Vice President to Co-President of his school's SMAC chapter, directing fundraising campaigns, leading the Executive Board, and coordinating national and local events
• Award-winning student journalist: Co-Editor-in-Chief and Tech Editor of The Fanscotian, earning 2nd Place for Timely Sports Article from the Garden State Scholastic Press Association (2024) and All-Star Finalist recognition (2025)
• Sports media & analytics professional-in-training: Interned with the Westchester Soccer Club's Sponsorship, Partners & Analytics Team, and completed specialized programs in Baseball Analytics and Sports Media & Business at Seton Hall University
• Champion bowler: Varsity bowler whose team won the Union County Championship and reached the NJSIAA Group 3 State Semifinal, while also serving as the team's Social Media Manager
• Henrik Lundqvist Foundation mentor: Leads community service projects for local hospital patients and mentors junior members as part of this foundation's youth program
• TOPSoccer buddy & faith community leader: Volunteers as a neurotypical teen buddy supporting children with disabilities through soccer, and leads faith formation classes as a Catechist at his local church
• Peer educator & DECA competitor: Co-President of the Math Tutor Club, Raider Peer Tutor, and DECA state-level competitor presenting a 10-page innovation plan alongside a team partner

Brown University

Providence, Rhode Island

• Graduate of Kent Place School, Summit, NJ

• Winner of the Miriam Miller Scholarship for Cancer Advocacy and Research
• Regeneron Science Talent Search Top 300 Scholar & ISEF finalist: Recognized among the nation's top young scientists, earning $2,000 for her research and $2,000 for her school's STEM department, and becoming the first student in Kent Place School history to reach the ISEF Trip Award finals, placing her in the top 1% of high school researchers nationwide
• Breast cancer researcher at two institutions: Developed a machine learning model at the Cleveland Clinic achieving 93% accuracy in analyzing tumor DNA in metastatic breast cancer (surpassing the international benchmark), and conducted triple-negative breast cancer lipidomics research at the Center for Discovery and Innovation's Nagajyothi Lab
• Founded CryoSense Gloves: Invented and commercialized a double-layered cryotherapy glove addressing neuropathy in chemotherapy patients, partnering with a Johns Hopkins biomedical engineering professor and achieving 4K+ monthly product engagements on Amazon
• 200+ hours of musical therapy at Memorial Sloan Kettering: Served as a musician and patient assistant in the Infusion Unit, bringing comfort to patients and supporting grieving families through the Paper Crane Project
• Six-time international music competition winner: A classically trained pianist and violinist who has performed solo at Carnegie Hall four times, selected for the Euro Arts Festival in Poland, and earned the ABRSM Level Eight distinction award
• Health equity author at NYU Langone: Primary author of NYU's Health Equity Style Guide Series, publishing three guides on Social Determinants of Health, Equitable Communication, and Language Justice, while representing NYULH at the American Cancer Association's Cancer-Focused Policy Advocacy Training Program
• Ethics Bowl champion & Georgetown-published bioethicist: NJ/NY High School Ethics Bowl Champion and Top 10 at Nationals, and one of only three sophomores selected from 80+ applicants for Georgetown's Kennedy Institute of Ethics advanced program, with published findings presented at multiple academic symposia
• Cultural advocate & community builder: Founded the Asian Snack Sale during AAPI Heritage Month raising $1,000 for Heart of Dinner, hosted Kent Place's first Lunar New Year assembly, and leads multiple clubs including GEMS President, Ethics Bowl Captain, and Harambee Orchestra President