Intended Major
International Economics/Relations
GPA:  4.39 - as of end of Sophomore year (2025); class of 2027
Transcript:  Advanced Studies Diploma
4 AP's, 8 Honor's through 10th grade
AP Scores
-Human Geography (2024): 5
-Precalculus (2025): 5
-Seminar (2025): 5
-World History: Modern (2025): 5
SAT: 1530 — R&W: 770 | Math: 760

Completed Research

• Hydraulic Fracturing: America's Greatest Weapon

• Immigration and Its Economic Benefits 

• Aerial Fumigation by Drone: A Case Study from Colombia with Global Implications 

Research-In-Progress

• Impacts of Myanmar's Illicit Drug Cultivation on Indigenous Peoples 

Exploring International Relations and Economics.  I’m drawn to interdisciplinary programs where I can study international relations and economics side by side—connecting political dynamics with financial systems to better understand how nations interact, compete, and cooperate. I’m especially interested in schools that combine rigorous economic analysis with a global, policy-oriented lens. My academic goals align with institutions that offer both theoretical grounding and practical experience in diplomacy, global markets, and international institutions, preparing me to navigate and influence complex global challenges. My interests align with:

• Claremont McKenna College (International Relations and Financial Economics): Claremont McKenna’s interdisciplinary International Relations major, with its required government, economics, language, and study abroad components, aligns closely with my global focus and real-world diplomacy experience. Paired with the Financial Economics Sequence through the Robert Day School, this double major offers rigorous quantitative training and practical exposure to global markets—equipping me with both the theoretical and financial tools to understand and shape international systems.

• Princeton University:  I can apply economic principles, including international trade and finance, through the School of Public and International Affairs policy task forces addressing global economic dynamics. 

• Brown University: The open curriculum allows me to pursue a focused path combining the Department of Economics' quantitative rigor with the Watson Institute's concentration in Development Studies, enabling in-depth analysis of the economic dimensions of global development challenges.

• Georgetown University: Its location in Washington, D.C., provides access to events hosted by the School of Foreign Service and the Department of Economics, allowing for direct engagement with policymakers and practitioners in international economics and relations. 

• University of Virginia: The Department of Politics' renowned faculty in political theory, particularly those affiliated with the Program on Political Philosophy, Policy, and Law, offers an intellectual environment for exploring the theoretical foundations of political and social thought. 

• William & Mary: Its emphasis on undergraduate research, particularly through programs like the Roy R. Charles Center for Academic Excellence, combined with the focus on civic engagement through the W&M Votes initiative and the Public Policy program, aligns with my desire to apply my knowledge to make a positive impact.

Scholarly Research & Distinctions

• Oxford University Mentored Research Accepted through a competitive application to conduct mentored research under Alexandra Rice (PhD Candidate, Oxford; USAID). Completed approximately three-quarters of a research project developing a framework to analyze how mercenary diffusion following the Syrian Civil War could inform projections of Russian mercenary activity in Central Africa post-Ukraine war. The project was paused due to unforeseen personal circumstances.

• U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship
  Natl Security Language Initiative to study Hindi

• Top 3 Global Placement – World Affairs Challenge (2025):  Led Langley’s first-ever team to a top 3 finish out of 180+ global teams. Recognized for creating an AI-powered recycling solution to advance global sustainability.

• Silver Medal, IAC Research Symposium
  Illicit Crop Reduction, Vienna, Austria

• Gold Medal & #1 Global Rank
  IAC Economic Geography

• Top-12 Global Rank, IAC Geography

• Silver Medal, IAC Intl Geographeud Team

• Natl Semifinalist, IAC Intl Geography Bee 

Leadership, Diplomacy & Advocacy

• Bernardo de Gálvez Leadership Award — Embassy of Spain, First recipient of the award, presented by the Ambassador of Spain to the United States in recognition of founding and leading the Bernardo de Gálvez Essay Contest and fostering U.S.–Spain historical understanding and student diplomacy.

• Virginia State Champions – Ethics Bowl (2025): Led Langley’s inaugural Ethics Bowl team to win the Virginia State Championship, advancing to represent Virginia in National qualifying rounds focused on collaborative ethical reasoning.

• Viola Desmond Best Delegate Advocacy Award, McGill University Model UN

• Best Small Delegation, All American MUN
  Boston University Model UN

• Verbal Commendation, NAIMUN LXII
  Georgetown University Model UN

• Bronze Medal, IAC OPEC Simulation
  University of Vienna, Austria

• HOBY Leadership Seminar Representative 
  Sophomore class leader, Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) Seminar, awarded the sole position for strong leadership potential and commitment to serving their communities

• Student Panelist, Alternate - Region 1 Asst. Superintendent Search; Selected by Langley Principal to represent students in FCPS leadership hiring process (June 2025)

• Excellence Award/Historical Accuracy (Costume), Congress of Vienna Simulation, Tsar Alexander I

Extracurricular & Community 

• Bronze Certificate, Congressional Award
  Gold Medal Candidate

• Excellence Award/Marketing, Langley HS
  Spring Awards Program

• Violist selection through Audition American Youth Philharmonic Orchestra (AYPO) and Langley Philharmonic Orchestra

It's Academic (WETA PBS)
Nations Longest Running HS Quiz Show

• Langley, Bishop Ireton, Lake Braddock
  Air Date: February 8, 2025

• Langley, South Lakes, Sandy Spring Friend Air Date: June 8, 2024

• Langley, Potomac, Justice
  Air Date: March 2, 2024