Northwestern University — Computer Science

Like the intense intervals of HIIT training that transform potential into strength, my experience at Vidhyaseva, an NGO serving underprivileged children, reshaped my understanding of educational empowerment. When I started teaching technology, students surprised me with their capacity for intense learning. After a challenging Scratch coding session, Manav asked, "Can we stay after class to try more?" His drive reflected the group's ability to push through technological barriers with remarkable intensity.

The students demonstrated that success wasn't about sustained progress but maximizing high-impact opportunities—a philosophy mirrored in Northwestern's quarter system. Their ability to transform each concept into a catalyst for growth, like athletes between training sets, aligns with McCormick's rapid prototyping approach. This experience shaped my vision for The Garage's Propel program, where I'll create intensive learning opportunities for Chicago communities.

In Professor Bryan Pardo's computer audition and machine learning courses, I'll explore how audio-processing technologies can create inclusive learning environments. Combining these insights with McCormick's Artificial Intelligence Programming curriculum, I'll develop adaptive learning platforms that respond to students' intensity levels and learning patterns.