MEET THE YOUNG LEADERS
Pranayaa Jeyaraman, a high school student at Woodbridge Academy Magnet School, serves as the Lead Volunteer and Programs Director for all Agraj events, orchestrated various STEM activities such as the STEM Symposium, DATA NOVA, Engineers Day Hackathons, NJ STEM Pathway-supported events, IDEATHON, STEM Fest 2024, and National Doctors Day events.
A recipient of the Presidential Gold Service Award, she is also a ambassador for the OM Foundation, promoting kids’ cancer awareness, and a designated Khan Academy SAT tutor for underprivileged high school kids. As a passionate STEM enthusiast, science journalist, and researcher, Pranayaa has earned the National Green Ambassador Scholarship. She is a brand ambassador for Lupine Music Academy and an editor for City Kids World magazine, showcasing her leadership and communication skills. As a music enthusiast, she has won numerous awards in piano and singing as well.
Meet Dhruv Maini, a High Schooler at South Brunswick High School in NJ, whose enthusiasm for STEM knows no bounds. This year, Dhruv is excited to be a part of the school’s robotics team, delving into the world of technology and innovation with gusto.
When he’s not immersed in robotics, Dhruv can be found showcasing his swimming prowess as a key member of the school’s swim team. With his dedication to the sport and his teammates, Dhruv consistently strives for excellence in the pool. Beyond academics and athletics, Dhruv dedicates his time to volunteering with Agraj Youth, where he aims to ignite a passion for STEM in younger students. With his love for learning, athletic talent, and commitment to service, Dhruv is poised to make a meaningful impact both within his school and community.
Lakshya Venkatesan is a student from the Old Bridge district, interested in integrating medicine and technology for the goodwill of others. She applies her leadership and communication skills to develop a tangible impact on the world’s most pressing problems.
As a leader in Agraj, she spearheads the efficiency, organization, and engagement of Agraj’s professional, cultural, and educational events. Since 2023, she has consecutively received the Presidential Gold Service Award. Outside of her work in the organization, she has been a Bharatanatyam dancer and Carnatic singer for 8 years. She learned how to leverage her impact by working with Dr. Jeffrey Vinokur, a scientist vehement about curiosity, dance, entrepreneurship, and lifelong learning (Just like her)! Dr. Vinokur’s drive to help others with his founded resource, Generation Genius, inspired Lakshya to submit a winning proposal to the NJ Hall of Fame. In every aspect, Lakshya drives the power of service, care, and impact in her voice to uplift the community.
Meet Nimay Sathees, a high school senior at Edison Academy Magnet School. He is passionate about the STEM fields especially regarding the potential use of AI and computer science to improve medical technology.
Nimay has spent time dedicated to researching the effectiveness of government containment policies in reducing the spread of COVID-19 through Colombia University, and he has conducted several cyber security and engineering projects through Agraj Seva.
Outside of his academic interests, Nimay is an excellent soccer player playing on both his school varsity team as well as an Old Bridge travel soccer team. He also continuously demonstrates his love to give back to the world through volunteer efforts especially within the realm of protecting our environmental and cultural advocacy.
Advait Baijulal, a high school junior attending Edison Academy Magnet School, has been an AGRAJ youth wing leader from 2022 onwards.
He has continually organized and led countless STEM events focused on empowering the younger generations and spreading his passion in computer science, machine learning, entrepreneurship, and business.
Advait Baijulal, an innovator, developer, and youth leader, is dedicated to creating a global impact through the development of new technologies. He is currently pursuing summer courses at Brown University and Columbia University and was an Essay Finalist in the prestigious Global John Locke Institution Competition, which attracted over 20,000 applicants.
Beyond academics, he is a passionate dancer who inspires younger generations through his love for dance and plays on his school’s Varsity Soccer Team. He has also qualified for the National level competition in FBLA, showcasing his aptitude for leadership and business acumen.
As a strong advocate for STEM education, Advait has hosted multiple STEM events aimed at encouraging youth to embrace the importance of STEM in today’s world.
Bhavini Pandey is a senior at the Middlesex County Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Technologies. She is passionate about STEM fields, including but not limited to artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer science.
Throughout her journey so far in these fields of interest, Bhavini truly enjoys getting to work on complex projects as well as inspiring others in the field. She is a part of many organizations that strive to educate others about STEM fields and increase interest in the STEM fields among the younger generations. Bhavini also especially enjoys working with and creating apps to solve complicated problems. Outside of school, her hobbies include singing, reading, painting, and playing the piano.
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