Meet the Scholars!
This section highlights the SVS recipients from each cohort. Since we are just getting started, meet our inaugural 2025 cohort!
First Cohort 2025
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Eden
Grade: 9
Visions participant for: 4 years
STEM Interest: Medicine & Healthcare
Eden is curious about human anatomy and inspired by frontline medical professionals. She is dedicated to health sciences and aspires to serve her community as a compassionate, impactful doctor.
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Liam
Grade: 9
Visions participant for: 1 year
STEM Interest: Psychology & University Studies
Liam is focused on community change, actively championing anti-bullying initiatives and supporting local youth. He aspires to study psychology at university to build his leadership skills and serve as a positive role model.
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Roshan
Grade: 10
Visions participant for: Reconnected in 2025
STEM Interest: Medicine & General Science
Roshan is dedicated to social impact and frequently volunteers to help coordinate neighborhood initiatives. He aspires to become a medical doctor to save lives and looks forward to collaborating with peers focused on innovation.
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Amirah
Grade: 9
Visions participant for: 2 years
STEM Interest: Cardiology & Medical Research
Amirah wants to help others and has already initiated independent research into human anatomy and the heart. She aspires to a career in medical research and diagnostics while building her confidence as a communicator.
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Jyothi
Grade: 11
Visions participant for: Recently joined
STEM Interest: Pediatrics & Clinical Medicine
Jyothi prioritizes science in her studies, holds a CPR certification, and volunteers widely. She aspires to become a pediatrician to serve as a dependable, compassionate leader supporting children and their families.
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Abdikadir
Grade: 10
Visions participant for: 7+ years
STEM Interest: Civil/Environmental Engineering
Abdikadir is driven by a commitment to safety and community integrity. He aspires to become an engineer to design resilient housing and environments, aiming to serve as a vital representative for Black students in STEM.
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Emmanuel
Grade: 8
Visions participant for: 3+ years
STEM Interest: Software Engineering & Computer Science
Emmanuel possesses a deep interest in technological innovation and aspires to become a software engineer. His focus is to design and optimize high-speed, accessible programs that improve user workflows across schools and hospitals.
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Zakariya
Grade: 10
Visions participant for: 7+ years
STEM Interest: Dentistry & Biological Sciences
Zakariya discovered a passion for hands-on work and biological sciences during his studies. He aims to pursue dentistry to enhance community oral health and self-esteem while serving families with a high standard of empathy.
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Amira
Grade: 9
Visions participant for: 2+ years
STEM Interest: Criminal Psychology, Screenwriting & Digital Media
Amira is passionate about human behavior and storytelling. Whether pursuing psychology or screenwriting, her goal is to leverage narrative media to ensure underrepresented populations feel visible while developing her leadership presence.
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Kaviya
Grade: 10
Visions participant for: 9+ years
STEM Interest: Dentistry & Community Health
Kaviya is passionate about improving community oral health and boosting self-esteem. She aspires to become a dentist and hopes to organize monthly pop-up clinics to provide free, accessible dental services for communities facing barriers to care.