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Hobbies and interests
Painting and Studio Art
Baking
Psychology
Swimming
Guitar
Computer Science
Science
Engineering
Learning
Speech and Debate
Machine Learning
Reading
Thriller
Criticism
Economics
Politics
Psychology
Horror
I read books daily
Urmi Shukla
2,985
Bold Points92x
Nominee1x
Finalist1x
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Urmi Shukla
2,985
Bold Points92x
Nominee1x
Finalist1x
WinnerBio
My name is Urmi! I love art, music, and science. I’m currently a senior in high school, and I’m interested in using machine learning and optimization to work on some of our most pressing concerns after I graduate from college. I've used CS to give back to my community by building a cataloging system for a local library. My goal is to use my computer science skills to make our greatest discoveries accessible to everyone – regardless of income, race, gender, or religion.
The universe tends towards chaos, but over the years as I watched it unfold around me, I’ve wondered if there was a way to solve our most dizzying problems with simple, elegant solutions – and the core principle behind computer science is just that. I know that I want to use my strengths to make the world a better place. Whether it’s by using mathematical models to help fight climate change, working on software that addresses unemployment, or even regulating big tech – the problem-solving skills I’ll be able to develop in college will shape me into the kind of person who can actually solve the problems that plague our world today. Winning a scholarship here would give me the chance to pursue my major at a top-tier research institute, where I could continue my fight for accessibility by working on projects at a national level.
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Computer Science
Minors:
- Data Science
The Orchid School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Computer Science
Test scores:
1520
SAT34
ACT
Career
Dream career field:
Research
Dream career goals:
Environmental Engineer
Head of PR and Outreach
TEDxYouth@Baner2019 – 20201 year
Sports
Basketball
Intramural2017 – Present7 years
Awards
- Winning Team - 2019 Interhouse Basketball
- Winning Team - 2018 Interhouse Basketball
Research
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
Independent - Submission to NSS Space Settlement Competition — Research Scientist2019 – 2020Industrial and Product Design
International Design Olympiad — Research Scientist2019 – 2019Social Sciences, General
Chaitanya Charitable Trust — Research Intern2020 – 2020
Arts
Learning Sciences Group - SUNY Buffalo
IllustrationAlternative Medicine - a graphic novel about COVID-19 and equity2020 – 2020Independent
DrawingTour De Columbus Art Collaboration, MCR Rotoscope, TOP Art Exhibition2014 – PresentIndependent
MusicThe Orchid School Youngistaani , The Orchid School Farewell, 2019, Blue Ridge Community Center's Christmas Production, Blue Ridge Community Center's Diwali Productions, 2018-20202016 – PresentIndependent
PaintingKhula Aasmaan, Vibgyor High Annual National Newsletter, The Orchid School Art Exhibition2015 – PresentIndependent
AnimationNeuroplasticity & Drug Addiction2020 – 2020
Public services
Volunteering
Blue Ridge Library — Leader Program Developer, programmed and designed a cataloging system for the local library2019 – 2020Public Service (Politics)
International Youth Politics Forum — Writer and researcher2019 – PresentAdvocacy
Young Leaders for Active Citizenship — Youth activism leader2018 – 2018Volunteering
Social Service Responsibility Cell — Student volunteer2016 – 2019