I am a highly motivated and ambitious student who is thoroughly interested in the intersection of social entrepreneurship and cultural studies. My entrepreneurial journey has been marked by the establishment of a skincare business harnessing the power of traditional Indian ingredients to target stress reduction. I also established a nonprofit, Vaitalika Foundation, to preserve South Asian cultural art forms by supporting underprivileged artists. To enrich my skills within this field, I have taken part in numerous competitions such as the Conrad Challenge and the Global Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge. As an individual who is passionate about leadership and collaboration, I have actively sought out leadership opportunities like being a community mentor at 7cups, an organization that connects individuals who are seeking emotional support with trained listeners. In the future, I hope to attend a university that will help me explore endless opportunities within both my academic and personal interests. I seek an academically rigorous environment that will empower me to refine my understanding of business and cultural studies.