Uunchai (उँचाई)

Organizer

Mahesh Raj Pandit

Mahesh is a dedicated leader and a student who values the transformative power of education. His passion for education led him to establish the Uunchai Summer Program, where he organizes learning opportunities. In addition, he founded and serves as President of the FountEd Foundation. Mahesh's experience spans program management, graphic design, and other fields that have a direct impact on society. Currently pursuing a degree in computer science, he aspires to launch his own startup in Nepal in the future.

Organizer & Mentor

Binayak Jha

Binayak is currently a rising sophomore at Franklin & Marshall College, with aspirations to double major in Computer Science and Mathematics and pursue a minor in Music. He has a diverse background in leadership and mentorship roles, having served as a tech lead, peer mentor, and organizer in various organizations. He is also passionate about leveraging AI to tackle real-world challenges, promoting equal access to education and healthcare, and prioritizing user-centered design and data-driven results. He is keen to explore exciting opportunities where he can combine technology with his goals for social impact.

Organizer & Mentor

Sujal Shah

Sujal intends to double major in Computer Science and Mathematics, and currently works as a Research Assistant in the Mathematics Department at F&M, where he focuses on projects related to computational origami algorithms. With a diverse background in mentorship and leadership, Sujal has experience as an educator, organizer, and event manager for various organizations. He is passionate about social change, leveraging his skills to make a positive impact on society. In his free time, he loves exploring new places, hiking, and photography.

Mentor

Bipashwi Nepal

Bipashwi is a rising sophomore at Smith College intending to double major in Architecture and Quantitative Economics. She loves traveling to nature and eat good foods. Currently, she works as office intern for Office of Alumnae Relations and Development at Smith College and have previously worked as content writer, project manager and trainer for several organizations.

Mentor

Manish Acharya

Manish Acharya, a dedicated student double-majoring in Computer Science and Mathematics with a minor in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Manish has a robust academic and research background with interests spanning Computational Complexity, AI/ML, and Algorithms. His leadership and mentoring skills shine through his active involvement in various organizations. Beyond academics, Manish enjoys playing piano and a creative enthusiast who enjoys bringing his designs to life through 3D printing and electronics. Passionate about advancing research and development, he is committed to contributing to the technological landscape in Nepal.

Mentor

Rodin Bantawa

Rodin is pursuing an interdisciplinary education at the intersection of psychology, art, and data science. Whether she’s bringing a theatrical performance to life through her set designs, or engaging in discussions in lab meetings, Rodin is always in motion, seamlessly shifting gears between her interests. She will rant to you about anything and everything even if it's a first meet-up. She loves going on cemetery tours, museum visits, getting boba, and going for a midnight walk. If you survive through all this, she might teach you a thing or two about anything you are interested in.

Mentor

Ruby Sapkota

Meet Ruby, a rising senior at Mount Holyoke College, where she's double majoring in Computer Science and Economics. She's all about blending her interests, diving into everything from interdisciplinary courses in CS, economics, and entrepreneurship to math. Her main interests lie in working with numbers, ML models, and financial technologies. Outside of class, she holds leadership positions in various coding and investment clubs and organizations, and she has software engineering internships and study abroad experiences. But it's not all about academics for Ruby – she loves soaking up languages, snapping photos on her travels, gossiping with her friends, binge watching tv shows and exploring the world. Always ready to lend a hand or offer advice, whether it's about college apps, projects, or career choices, Ruby's your go-to person. Want to learn more or connect? Apply to the program or just drop her a message.😉

Mentor

Saisha Shrestha

Meet Saisha Shrestha, a jack of all trades truly! Studying architecture at IOE, she's a creative force to be reckoned with. At TEDxMaitighar, she's the secret ingredient, adding her unique flair to spice up events with creativity and innovation. As the Chief Operating Officer at Sahayatri, she's the mastermind behind impactful initiatives, making a real difference in the community. Saisha's storytelling skills are as sharp as her architectural designs, with a published short story by the British Council. When she's not shaping buildings or narratives, she's painting digital dreams that are as captivating as they are meaningful. Currently, she's using her art to shed light on mental health, illustrating a book that's sure to inspire change.

Mentor

Yubraj Bhandari

Yubraj Bhandari, is a rising sophomore at Duke University, pursuing a dual passion in Physics and Mathematics. As a Research Assistant, he is involved in AI Medical Imaging project at CVIT Lab, Duke University. His intellectual curiosity extends to the application of Machine Learning and Quantum Computing Algorithms to solve real world problems. Beyond academics, Yubraj is an avid chess player, an educator and programmer.

Mentor

Sneha Acharya

Mentor

Diya Pandey