2026 Award Recipients
Alexander Allin
Alex is a College Park Scholar from Bethesda, Maryland, studying Information Science. He leads as the President of Cumberland Hall Council within RHA, frequently represents youth perspectives on mental health panels, and regularly testifies on state legislation. Alex is also an A/V Technician in STAMP and founded a jazz band called SWing Set.
Reema Ayache
Reema is a Neuroscience major and President’s Scholar in the ILS Honors College. She is a Research Assistant in the Hart Lab, founder of and IMPACT grant recipient for STORY, Honors Ambassador, Outreach Officer at International Youth Neuroscience Association, musician, and a conversation partner and calligraphy instructor at UMD’s Roshan Institute.
Chase Baldwin
Chase is an Aerospace Engineering major from Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania. This President's Scholar is a member of the University Honors and QUEST Honors programs. He actively participates across thirteen student organizations, serving as Executive Board member for Engineers Without Borders and Treasurer for Club Basketball, while additionally conducting research in ocean energy.
Harshita Dasot
Harshita is a pre-law Psychology major and Global Terrorism Studies minor from Fremont, California. A Dean's List Recipient, she is a PSYC221 Teaching Assistant, Crisis Text Line volunteer, Hospitality Chair for Maryland Minza, and dancer with UMD Entouraas. Currently, she's researching cyberfraud and cyberterrorism trends with a tech-consultancy firm.
Aditi Desai
Aditi is a Neurobiology and Physiology major in the Integrated Life Sciences Honors program from Timonium, Maryland. She is an Organic Chemistry Teaching Assistant and serves on the ILS Leadership Council. She volunteers as an EMT in Baltimore and PG County and conducts stem cell research for organ transplantation at UMMC.
Utkarsh Madsaurwale
Utkarsh is a Finance and Information Systems major from Sykesville, Maryland in the QUEST Honors Program. This BSE Scholar serves as an Associate Director in Snider Consulting Group, an Academy Associate in the Smith Investment Fund, and Co-Brotherhood Director of Delta Sigma Pi, while contributing to outreach with HC DrugFree.
Emma Martin
Emma is a Government and Politics major from Parkton, Maryland. This Honors Global Challenges and Solutions student serves as a Co-Director for the UMD SGA Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and chairs UMD's Facilities Student Advisory Subcommittee. She serves Maryland's Second Congressional District as a Legislative Intern for Congressman Olszewski.
Emily Noonan
Emily is a Public Policy and Journalism double major from Timonium, Maryland. This Civic Engagement for Social Good Scholar serves as a BridgeUMD leader and a Legislator for UMD SGA. She serves as a member of KOA, the Public Policy Fraternity, and as Head of People for Digital4Good, a Digital Safety Nonprofit.
Aisiri Prasad
Aisiri is a Computer Science student in the ACES Honors College and a Banneker-Key Scholar from Frederick, Maryland. At UMD, she is involved in Alpha Omega Epsilon, Bitcamp, the CMNS Ambassadors Program, Honors Ambassadors, and Indian Student Association. Beyond academics, she leads Aisiri’s Art, collaborating with nationwide clients.
Alina Ureña
Alina is a first-generation college student, Management major, and Prince George’s County native. She serves as the first-year representative in the UMD SGA and Director of Marketing for the Women’s Empowerment Institute. She is the founder of Alina's Study Hub, promoting educational equity and student success for over 1,000 users across the globe.