157 CA Students Awarded National Merit Scholarships

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02 June, 2021

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CALIFORNIA — The next group of 2021 National Merit Scholarship winners includes 157 California high school students. The National Merit Scholars from California were among a group of 3,100 winners announced Wednesday. They will be awarded between $500 and $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study at the institution financing their scholarship, a press statement said. Here are California's 2021 National Merit Scholars: ALBANY Kai Weiner, Albany High School; Carleton College; Probable field of study: Biophysics ARCADIA Claire Ashley Liang, Arcadia High School, USC; Probable field of study: Computer science BELMONT Evan C. Wong, Carlmont High School, University of Oregon; Probable field of study: History BENECIA Brandon T. Black, Benicia High School, Texas A&M; Probable field of study: Electrical Engineering BURLINGAME Ronan Manning, Serra High School, Macalester College; Probable field of study: Undecided CAMPBELL Anna M. Hanuska, Westmont High School, Purdue University; Probable field of study: Mechanical EngineeringMegan K. Marshall, Westmont High School, Whitman College; Probable field of study: Biology CARLSBAD Daniel Geva, San Dieguito Academy, Purdue University; Probable field of study: Computer Science CLAREMONT Andy Zhang, Webb School of California, Tufts University; Probable field of study: Undecided CUPERTINO Ramya U. Chamkeri, Monta Vista High School, University of Southern Florida; Probable field of study: BiomedicineElijah F. Diaz, Monta Vista High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Political ScienceRobert Liu, Monta Vista High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: WritingSuraj R. Mathashery, Monta Vista High School, University of Texas at Dallas; Probable field of study: Computer Science CYPRESS Briana L. Greeley, Oxford Academy, University of Texas at Dallas; Probable field of study: Mechanical Engineering DANVILLE Izabella Ge, San Ramon Valley High School, USC; Probable field of study: LawDaniel He, Monta Vista High School, USC; Probable field of study: Agricultural Science DUBLIN Candice Lee, Dublin High School, USC; Probable field of study: LawJonathan E. Park, Dublin High School, USC; Probable field of study: MathematicsKyle R. Shi, Dublin High School, USC; Probable field of study: LawBrian Yoon, Dublin High School, USC; Probable field of study: Sports MedicineEric Zheng, Dublin High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Surgical Medicine FOLSOM Jonathan K. Lam, Vista Del Lago High School, University of Texas at Dallas; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceVishruth M. Nagam, Vista Del Lago High School, Stony Brook University; Probable field of study: HealthcareAdam K. Wong, Sacramento Adventist Academy, University of Nebraska Probable field of study: Actuarial Science FOSTER CITY Evan H. Steirman, The Nueva School, Case Western Reserve University Probable field of study: Theoretical Physics FREMONT Sabrina L. Cai, Mission San Jose High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: ConsultingChandralekha Garapaty, Irvingington High School, University of Texas at Dallas; Probable field of study: MedicineSimeon J. Godwin, Fremont Christian High School, USC; Probable field of study: Applied MathematicsAditya Kumar, American High School, USC; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceKathleen R. Luo, Mission San Jose High School, USC; Probable field of study: Software EngineeringSerena Mao, Mission San Jose High School, Harvey Mudd College; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceVigasini Rajaram, Mission San Jose High School, Case Western Reserve University; Probable field of study: MedicineAnnie Wen, Irvington High School, USC; Probable field of study: BiologyKyle N. Wong, Mission San Jose High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceEric E. Xu, Mission San Jose High School, USC; Probable field of study: MedicineBrandon Ye, Irvington High School, USC; Probable field of study: Healthcare FULLERTON Seyoung Bang, Sunny Hills High School, USC; Probable field of study: LawDarren Wu, Troy High School, Purdue University; Probable field of study: Computer Science GLENDALE Krissie Essilfie, Flintridge Prep, USC; Probable field of study: International RelationsSarah Nakama, Crescenta Valley High School, USC; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceJennifer L. Spinoglio, Westridge School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Public Policy HALF MOON BAY Corwin L. Jones, Half Moon Bay High School, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Probable field of study: Civil Engineering IRVINE Jonathon C. Bower, Beckman High School, University of Alabama; Probable field of study: EngineeringSungjoon Chang, Northwood High School, University of Texas; Probable field of study: Information TechnologySaihajveer S. Gulati, Portola High School, USC; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceKacy A. Kesler, Northwood High School, Brigham Young University Probable field of study: PathologyNoah U. Kim, Portola High School, USC; Probable field of study: RadiologyNatalie L. Mao, Irvine High School, USC; Probably field of study: ZoologyPeter K. Park, University High School, USC; Probable field of study: Aerospace EngineeringLiyang I. Sun, Beckman High School, Emory University; Probable field of study: NeuroscienceLeyland B. Yang, University High School, USC; Probable field of study: Undecided LA CANADA-FLINTRIDGE Simone M. Kang, Westridge School, Texas A&M; Probable field of study: Computer EngineeringAmelia E. Seropian, La Canada High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Fine ArtsSarah Ashley Thein, Polytechnic School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Neuroscience LAGUNA NIGUEL Luke D. Csermak, Dana Hills High School, Northeastern University; Probable field of study: Fine Arts LAKEWOOD Nicholas J. Benefield, Homeschool, Belmont University; Probable field of study: Music LONG BEACH Jason Milo White, Long Beach Poly, Texas A&M; Probable field of study: Aerospace Engineering LOS ALTOS Dylan Magpayo Chen, St. Francis High School, Tufts University; Probable field of study: MathematicsStella El-Fishawy, Menlo Schook, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Economics LOS ANGELES Kyle T. Kaufman, Harvard-Westlake, Case Western Reserve University Probable field of study: LawMaisie Thompson, Marlborough School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Undecided LOS GATOS Anjali M. Vaidya, Los Gatos High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Biomedicine MANHATTAN BEACH Hannah M. Bogen, Chadwick School, USC; Probable field of study: MediaShane P. Foley, Mira Costa High School, Lawrence University; Probable field of study: Applied MathematicsNicolas M. Lee, Mira Costa High School, USC; Probable field of study: Neuroscience MENLO PARK Jane L. Brockett, Sacred Heart Prep, Tufts University; Probable field of study: Undecided MILLBRAE Meghan M. Kelly, Mills High School, Tufts University; Probable field of study: Undecided MODESTO Reza C. Banankhah, Modesto High School, USC; Probable field of study: Mechanical Engineering MONTEREY PARK Jasmine J. Lim, Mary Keppel High School, USC; Probable field of study: Electrical Engineering NORTHRIDGE Abdullah Z. Rafique, Sierra Canyon, USC; Probable field of study: Education OAKLAND Darius A. Suplica, College Prep, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Neuroscience ORANGE Karina M. Patel, Caynon High School, USC; Probable field of study: Medicine ORINDA Radman T. Zarbock, Athenian School, Purdue UniversityProbable field of study: Aerospace Engineering PALO ALTO Eirene Ang, Gunn High School, Northeastern University; Probable field of study: NeuroscienceHallie E. Faust, Palo Alto High School, USC; Probable field of study: Geological/Geophysical EngineeringLuke Z. Flees, Gunn High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: EngineeringAvery Bryn Hanna, Palo Alto High School, Tufts University; Probable field of study: Science, ResearchJack R. Herrema, Gunn High School, Purdue University; Probable field of study: Mechanical EngineeringNatalia L. Maahs, Palo Alto High School, Colorado College; Probable field of study: ChemistryZachary Meyers, Gunn High School, Tufts University; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceSimon S. Minami, Palo Alto High School, Tufts University; Probable field of study: EconomicsDrew M. Mukherjee, Palo Alto High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Undecided PLEASANTON Matthew Day, Amador Valley High School, USC; Probable field of study: ConsultingBrian J. Fu, Foothill High School, USC; Probable field of study: PhysicsEmily Lim, Amador Valley High School, Northeastern University; Probable field of study: MedicineNina M. Moothedath, Amador Valley High School, USC; Probable field of study: JournalismKanchan U. Naik, Quarry Lane School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceAdith Swarup, Foothill High School, USC; Probable field of study: Neuroscience RANCHO PALOS VERDES Amy W. Huang, Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, USC; Probable field of study: OncologyAndrew R. Sinsioco, Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, USC; Probable field of study: Business REDLANDS Brian T. Bascom, Redlands East Valley High School, Brigham Young University; Probable field of study: Computer EngineeringAkul Gupta, Redlands East Valley High School, University of Southern Florida; Probable field of study: Medicine REDONDO BEACH Rylee Elizabeth Kang, Redondo Union High School, USC; Probable field of study: Medicine REDWOOD CITY Aditya Pathak, Serra High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Economics RIPON Otto M. Kellner, Ripon High School, Nevada-Reno; Probable field of study: Civil Engineering ROWLAND HEIGHTS Bryan C. Lai, Rowland High School, University of Texas; Probable field of study: Mechanical Engineering SAN CARLOS Novak K. Chernesky, Crystal Springs Uplands School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Environmental Science SAN DIEGO Michaela W. Chang, Canyon Crest Academy, USC; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceAlexander L. Chen, Canyon Crest Academy, USC; Probable field of study: MedicineClaire D. Chung, Rancho Bernardo, USC; Probable field of study: FinanceAriela Mitrani, Canyon Crest Academy, Texas A&M; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceEmily Y. Tran, Scripps Ranch High School, University of Arizona; Probable field of study: Urban PlanningKate Wang, Canyon Crest Academy, Vanderbilt University; Probable field of study: Biomechanical EngineeringRachel Wang, Canyon Crest Academy, University of Iowa; Probable field of study: Biology SAN FRANCISCO Jacqueline Mei, Lowell High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceClaire J. Rafferty, Lowell High School, Harvey Mudd College; Probable field of study: Physics SAN JOSE Aayushi Agrawal, Lynbrook High School, USC; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceMelissa Z. Chen, Lynbrook High School, USC; Probable field of study: MarketingAahana Chowdhuri, Evergreen Valley High School, USC; Probable field of study: Business AdministrationJames T. Ding, Leigh High School, USC; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceDhruv D. Jatkar, St. Francis High School, Northeastern University; Probable field of study: OncologyGrace C. Kennedy, Valley Christian, Northeastern University; Probable field of study: MedicineTiffany Elim La, Branham High School, USC; Probable field of study: Biological EngineeringIsaac Li, Archbishop Mitty, University of Rochester; Probable field of study: EconomicsNikhil A. Murthy, Archbishop Mitty, USC; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceUtkarsh Priyam, The Harker School, Purdue University; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceAngela Gigi Tsang, Valley Christian High School, Merit Case Western; Probable field of study: Biomechanical EngineeringMargaret S. Wang, Presentation High School, Purdue University; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceWilliam Wei, Culver Academies, USC; Probable field of study: Computer ProgrammingSivanjali E. Williams, Lynbrook High School, Harvey Mudd College; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceClaire Yuan, Piedmont Hills High School, USC; Probable field of study: EngineeringYeomin Yun, Leigh High School, USC; Probable field of study: MedicineErin Zhu, Leigh High School, USC; Probable field of study: AccountingIvan Zhu Leigh High School, Emory University; Probable field of study: Medicine SAN MATEO Kayla A. Shiao, Aragon High School, Northeastern University; Probable field of study: Pharmacy SAN RAFAEL Annie T. Wang, Branson School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Medicine SAN RAMON Aniket Chatterjee, Dougherty Valley High School, Arizona State; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceSriram Ganesan, California High School, Boston University; Probable field of study: BusinessArjun Garg, Dougherty Valley High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: MathematicsAnish Lahorani, Dougherty Valley High School, USC; Probable field of study: Sports MedicineVedasamhitha Padisetti, Dougherty Valley High School, USC; Probable field of study: BiomedicineSalika Vummarao, Dougherty Valley High School, University of Central Florida; Probable field of study: MedicineClaire Z. Zhang, Dougherty Valley High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Economics SANTA MONICA Kaelyn Hindshaw, Marlborough School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: BusinessSANTA ROSASchuyler C. Jones, Stevenson School, University of South Florida; Probable field of study: Environmental Science SARATOGA Priyanka Anand, Lynbrook High School, Tufts University; Probable field of study: MedicineStefano L. Corno, Saratoga High School, USC; Probable field of study: MathematicsTiffanie Huang, Archbishop Mitty High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: ChemistryHamza Y. Jamal, St. Francis High School, Harvey Mudd College; Probable field of study: EngineeringIrith M. Katiyar, Saratoga High School, USC; Probable field of study: Computer ScienceDylan L. Overby, Saratoga High School, USC; Probable field of study: Biomechanical EngineeringAstrid I. Popovici, Westmont High School, Purdue University; Probable field of study: Undecided SHERMAN OAKS Margot S. Dayan, North Hollywood High School, USC; Probable field of study: Surgical Medicine SOLANA BEACH Tyler J. Costello, Canyon Crest Academy, Santa Clara University; Probable field of study: Computer Science SOUTH PASADENA Frances H. Chiu, South Pasadena High School, Emory University; Probable field of study: Neurobiology STANFORD Henry P. Moshfeghi, Gunn High School, Carleton College; Probable field of study: Academia STEVENSON RANCH Janice M. Jung, West Ranch High School, USC; Probable field of study: International Relations SUNNYVALE Albert M. Chu, Phillips Exeter Academy, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: EconomicsSamuel L. Shen, Fremont High School, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Economics TORRANCE Nicole P. Yeh, Da Vinci Science High School, Vanderbilt University; Probable field of study: Mechanical Engineering TUSTIN Jonathan Juyon Cheng, Beckman High School, Arizona State; Probable field of study: Aerospace Engineering WALNUT Thordar T. Han, Troy High School, USC; Probable field of study: Neuroscience WALNUT CREEK Vikram Ramaswamy, Head-Royce, University of Chicago; Probable field of study: Law WESTLAKE VILLAGE Ryan L. Chu, Westlake High School, USC; Probable field of study: Business Administration WHITTIER Kathy Yang, Troy High School, USC; Probable field of study: Finance WOODLAND HILLS Adam M. Lehavi, El Camino Real Charter High School, USC; Probable field of study: Computer Science YORBA LINDA Elijah L. Seo, Yorba Linda High School, USC; Probable field of study: Business Administration The National Merit winners announced this week will have their scholarships funded by the colleges and universities that they will attend. One hundred and sixty colleges and universities — including 85 private and 75 public schools — took part in the merit scholarship program in 2021. An additional group of college-sponsored National Merit scholars will be announced in July, the scholarship corporation said. This group is part of the approximately 7,500 National Merit scholarship winners who will be selected by the end of 2021. National Merit scholarships via corporate-sponsored awards and the corporation's own $2,500 scholarships were announced earlier in the spring. More than 1.5 million juniors nationally entered the 2021 National Merit scholarship program when they took the 2019 preliminary SAT/National Merit scholarship qualifying test, the corporation said. About 17,000 semifinalists, fewer than 1 percent of the country's high school seniors, were announced last fall. Semifinalists had to write an essay and detail their extracurricular activities, awards and leadership positions to become a finalist. About half of the 16,000 finalists will be merit scholars by the end of the year, the corporation said.