Looking back on her journey, Samika recognized the importance of her projects and extracurricular involvement in shaping her career objectives. “I believe my research papers, maker projects, and community service were instrumental in differentiating my profile and defining my personality. Being an IBDP student gave me an edge; however, it was my work outside the classroom that made me stand out from the rest. The joy of creating practical solutions that positively impact society, along with my ability to work independently and innovate, keeps me motivated.” shared Samika.
Samika was also grateful to her mentors at Scholarly, who played a crucial role in her admission journey. “I would like to thank Vivek Sir, Founder and CEO of Scholarly, for motivating me and guiding me to publish two research papers in renowned international journals and share my findings with the world. Since US universities place a lot of emphasis on research, I truly believe these papers helped showcase my curiosity, problem-solving skills, and analytical mindset to the admission committee.”
We are indeed amazed by Samika’s infectious zeal and enthusiasm. It’s rare to come across such ambitious individuals who have made their mark at such a young age! Not just co-curricular activities, Samika has developed a holistic profile by actively participating in MUNs and working closely with NGOs. She elucidated, “US universities are looking for future leaders, changemakers, and risk-takers who can create a positive impact on the world. Through my extracurricular involvement, I heavily focussed on developing strong leadership and communication skills. A social service endeavor like working with Kshamta NGO enabled me to empower marginalized women by educating them and imparting them life skills. My dedication to personal and societal growth has helped me to aim higher and pursue my dream of developing eco-conscious technologies for generations to come. And studying Mechanical Engineering at Purdue would be the first step in this thousand-mile journey!”