HONORS & AWARDS

IEEE Global Humanitarian Technology Conference (GHTC) (2025)

  • Presenter, “Improving EMS in Underserved Areas with Drones”

Ukrainian Fencing Federation International Solidarity Award (2025)

  • Awarded in recognition of outstanding dedication and invaluable support to the young Ukrainian fencers. With gratitude for fostering friendship, resilience, and the spirit of fencing worldwide.

Coca-Cola Scholars Program Semifinalist (2025)

National STEM Festival by EXPLR Finalist (2025)

  • Awarded for a project that aims to improve EMS response in underserved communities using drone delivery.

Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) USIL 50 Semi-Finalist (2025)

Notre Dame Leadership Seminar (2025)

  • Selected as one of 175 students nationwide (from 2,700+ applicants) to attend the fully funded Notre Dame Leadership Seminar, a 10-day academic program on leadership, ethics, and financial literacy.

Illinois Junior Academy of Science State Fair (2025)

  • Earned Gold Certificate, Department of Naval Research Award and medal for the best project in STEM, and American Society of Civil Engineers Award for best civil engineering-related project.

USA Fencing Junior Olympics Medalist (2025)

  • Placed 8th at Fencing USA Junior Olympics in Cadet Men’s Epee

USA Fencing All-Academic First Team (2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025)

  • Awarded to fencers who perform well both on the strip and in school

USA Fencing All-American First Team (2023-2024, 2024-2025)

  • Awarded to fencers who renew rating A or B in the current season

Congressional Award, Silver Medal (2025)

  • National award that recognizes individuals for outstanding contributions to their community and undertaking the values of initiative, service, and achievement

Congressional Award, Bronze Medal (2025)

  • National award that recognizes individuals for outstanding contributions to their community and undertaking the values of initiative, service, and achievement

Air Force Academy Summer Seminar (2025)

  • Selected to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy Summer Seminar, a competitive 4-day in-person program introducing cadet life through lectures, guest speakers, and group discussions.

Illinois State Academy of Science (ISAS) (2025)

  • One of 25 selected high school student presenters

College Board School Recognition Award (2025)

  • Awarded to students who score in the top 10% of PSAT test takers for their school

AP Scholar (2025)

  • Recognized by the College Board for receiving scores on 3 AP exams of 3 or higher

National Merrit Commended Scholar (2025)

  • Awarded by College Board for high PSAT scores in 2-3% nationally

Illinois Council of Teachers of Math Regional Math Competition Awards (2023-2025)

  • 9th place Algebra-1 (2023), 6th place Geometry (2024), 3rd place Calculator Team (2024, 2025)

Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) Senior Honor Chorus (2025)

  • Nominated to perform at ILMEA District 1 Senior honors choir, with only 4 students selected from each school in the district

Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) 9/10 Honor Chorus (2023)

  • Nominated to perform at ILMEA District 1 9/10 honors choir, with only 4 students selected from each school in the district