Scholar Names M-R
March, Andrew Fletcher
US University: University of Pennsylvania
UK University: University of Oxford
Subject: Politics
Andrew March is a political science,
history, and Middle Eastern Studies major from the University of Pennsylvania.
He is the son of labour organisers and the grandson of a West Virginia coal
miner. Widely travelled, he speaks 11 (yes, eleven) languages. He plans to
study politics at Oxford, with long-term plans to work in international
affairs, either within government or through NGOs.
Miller III, Thomas Francis
US University: Texas A & M
UK University: University College London
Subject: Theoretical Chemistry Design
Tommy Miller, from College Station, Texas,
is a brilliant young theoretical chemist at Texas A & M University. While
still an undergraduate, Tommy already has an impressive list of published
papers in leading chemical journals, and has worked in the laboratories of two
of America's eminent theoretical chemists. Not only an outstanding young scientist,
Tommy is a gifted problem solver, (as an undergraduate he uncovered
substantial errors in a text book which had been the standard text for chemists
for 28 years), who plans a career blending pure science with improving the
links between the scientific world and that of public policy. Tommy has also
been active in AWARE, (Aggies Working for a Rape-Free Environment), in a
community service outreach programme, and as a Cub Scout leader. He intends to
continue his theoretical chemistry studies at University College, London, with
Britain's Professor David Clary, a world leader in theoretical chemical
dynamics.
Mitchell, Olivia Suzanne
US University: US Air Force Academy
UK University: University of Surrey
Subject: Microsatellite Design
Cadet Olivia Mitchell,
from Colorado Springs and studying at the US Air Force Academy is a rare
combination of intellectual ability, athletic skill, determination, enthusiasm,
compassion, idealism and commitment to service. While a top student in
Astronautical Engineering, a notoriously difficult course, she minored in
French, doing so well in both that she was selected to spend a semester at the
French Air Force Academy, taking a full complement of Science, Engineering and
Maths - in French! A successful intercollegiate athlete in cross-country
running and track and field, she is also a member of the Academy's
national championship sky diving team. She was selected one of the
Academy's Group Captains, in charge of 1,000 cadets. A strong commitment
to service led her to serve both her fellow cadets and the local community in
areas as diverse as academic mentoring, acting as a Big Sister, and
volunteering at a local soup kitchen - this in addition to her 152 semester
hour academic load and gruelling military and athletic schedule. Cadet Mitchell
will enter the University of Surrey's unique microsatellite design and
research programme.
Morgan, Letisha
US University: University of Minnesota
UK University: University of Warwick
Subject: Comparative Literature
Letisha Morgan of
Atlanta majors in Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature at the University
of Minnesota. She wants are to continue her work in cultural studies and
comparative literature by studying post-colonial issues at Warwick University.
Community service is of great importance to Letisha; as well as her work at
Planned Parenthood, she volunteered at the Multiple Sclerosis Achievement
Center. Her high level energy is also evident in her pursuit of a wide variety
of extracurricular activities besides dance, including a publishing internship
with a local company, theatre performance and Women's Rugby and playing
the flute.
Nana, Chavi Keeney
US University: Wellesley College
UK University: Oxford University
Subject: Development Studies
Chavi Keeney Nana of Ann Arbor, Michigan, is deeply committed to finding workable
solutions to problems created by forced migration, and to the establishment of a
human regime for immigrant and refugee integration. While a student at Wellesley College,
she interned as a counsellor at the International Rescue Committee in Boston and Rome, and
was actively involved in debates over asylum and integration policy during her year abroad
in Konstanz, Germany. She is reading Development Studies at Oxford, with a concentration
on new social activism among the Palestinian minority in Israel. She hopes to further
explore the links between access to citizenship and immigrant integration, to continue her
study of Arabic, and plans to attend law school in the future.
Painter, Geoffrey T
US University: University of Portland
UK University: Lancaster University
Subject: Environmental Management
Born and educated in Oregon, Geoff Painter studied civil engineering as
an undergraduate at the University of Portland, Oregon. A former
debater, Geoff is interested in politics and philosophy, and he enjoys
any activity that takes him into the outdoors. He plans
to eventually attend law school and work in environmental policy and
litigation on the state or federal level, or possibly for an
international or non-profit organisation. Geoff is a Truman
Scholar, and he has interned at the City of Gresham, Oregon and at The
White House. Ultimately he hopes to seek elected office. In his first
year as a Marshall Scholar Geoff earned the MSc in Environmental &
Ecological Sciences from Lancaster University. He is currently
studying for a second MSc, this time in Policy Studies
at the University of Edinburgh.
Rea, Susan M
US University: Princeton University
UK University: Cambridge University
Subject: Environmental Mechanical Engineering & Bio-Engineering
Susan Rea, a brilliant young scholar born
and educated in California, is currently completing a degree in chemical
engineering at Princeton. Her research has been in applying space age ceramic
matrices to orthopaedic grafts and she intends to pursue a career in biomedical
engineering by completing a MD/PhD programme. Ultimately, her work will have
the potential to benefit American and British medicine. The eldest of six
children, Susan is a star both intellectually and athletically (Princeton
varsity women's soccer (top scorer) and basketball). She has also found
time to be a volunteer in community service projects - food provision, house
repair, gardening programmes - and is a fluent Japanese speaker.
Susan intends to
pursue a degree in mechanical engineering and materials at the Department of
Engineering at Cambridge University, England.
Raman, Sujit Mundayat
US University: Harvard College
UK University: University of Bristol
Subject: Sociology
Sujit Raman, from Houston, who studied at
the Kincaid School before going on to Harvard University, has already dedicated
his future to the concerns of minorities in pluralistic societies. He sees the
role of the well-rounded, thoughtful journalist and commentator as the area
where one individual can make the greatest contribution towards constructing
the good and just society. He has made a commendable start by his outstanding
tenure as Editor-in-Chief of the Harvard International Review. In addition to
his publishing work and his exemplary academic record, Sujit rows - he was
coxswain for the 1999 Harvard crew which won the national championship - and
was the organiser of a recent panel discussion on race and affirmative action
which not only drew an overflow audience but was extensively reported in local
media. A brilliant writer, Sujit plans to attend the University of Bristol,
Britain's leading centre for the study of ethnicity.
Rau, Alexander Vikram
US University: Cornell University
UK University: Oxford University
Subject: Physics
Alex Rau, from Baton Rouge, now studying at
Cornell University, is an outstanding talent with a breadth of interests in
areas as diverse as physics, (his chosen major), medieval European history,
oceanography, Western Political Thought, music, and geology. Alex plans to
continue studies in quantum measurement and information theory, preparing
himself for a career as a leader of the scientific community whose ability to
effectively articulate science to the larger community will enable him to play
a role in developing larger policies on a national if not international scale.
Alex's interests include music, soccer and campaigning for Amnesty
International as well as acting as a tutor for students learning English as a
second language. Alex plans to study physics at Oxford.
Robson, Laura Caroline
US University: Tulane University
UK University: Royal Academy of Music
Subject: Piano Performance
A gifted classical pianist grounded in a
thorough study of history, literature and the classics, Laura Robson, from
Northport, Michigan and a student at Tulane University in New Orleans has a
keen awareness of the vast contribution that the arts can make to international
understanding. Her motivating force is the desire to use her unique talents to
illuminate performance with more than technical accomplishment, rather with a
true sense of understanding and purpose drawn from a totally multi-disciplinary
background. A consummate musician who practices 4 - 6 hours per day, in
addition to the physical training necessary for the professional pianist, Laura
also researches and writes at a post-graduate level. Her outside interests are
focussed in the music world, although she is an enthusiastic environmentalist.
Laura plans to continue her music studies at the Royal Academy of Music.
Roddenberry, David
US University: Harvard College
UK University: Institute of Neurology at University College London
Subject: Neuroscience
At 20 years of age
David is quite remarkable, completing his Harvard degree in psychology and
biology in three years with a stellar record. He is very enthusiastic,
dedicated, animated and a truly brilliant scientist, who has already begun to
work with several well-established scientists in his field. Out of the
laboratory, sport plays an important role in David's life, running, crew
and soccer and swimming are high on his list. For three years he has been a
member of the Cambridge Master Swimming Team, his enthusiasm for sport make him
a good choice as sports editor of The Crimson, Harvard's daily newspaper.
David makes sure he finds time to volunteer at the homeless shelter and is a
CHANCE volunteer tutor of the mathematics portion of the SAT. Over the years
David has received many awards and scholarships. He plans on pursuing a MPhil
in Neuroscience at the Institute of Neurology at University College, London.
