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Nomination Statement

A four-year MOT student, Roshik is a varsity soccer captain and founder/president of Mechanical Mustangs VEX Robotics, where he raised $16K to bridge STEM access gaps. A Congressional Gold Medalist and Governor’s Volunteer Service Award recipient, he has dedicated 400+ hours to community service through Charity Crossing. Professionally, Roshik is a published NHTSA researcher, MIT Beaver Works Scholar, and Congressional App Challenge winner. Driven by a passion for technical equity and leadership, he aims to pursue mechatronics engineering to continue developing innovative solutions that serve society.
“My academic journey is fueled by a relentless curiosity to understand the world and a passion for engineering solutions that improve lives. I am driven by the belief that knowledge is most valuable when applied to serve others and solve complex problems. My family, mentors, and friends have been instrumental, providing the unwavering support and encouragement necessary to pursue my ambitions. Their belief in my potential inspires me to maintain high standards and consistently strive for excellence in every endeavor.”