UNITED KINGDOM
Gloucestershire - Olivia Adams , daughter of Victor and Mary Jo Adams of Charlotte, North Carolina, resides in the United
Kingdom. Olivia will graduate from The Cheltenham Ladies' College where she holds an executive position on Student Council, and is captain of the varsity and county lacrosse teams. She is a county public speaking champion, the student producer in the Try
Something New theater initiative to involve children in the arts, and in the final stages of completing the Gold Level Duke of
Edinburgh Award. Olivia plans to major in industrial engineering.
UNITED STATES
ALABAMA
Lee - Mirtha Josefina Donastorg , daughter of Hector and Amparo Donastorg, lives in Auburn, Alabama. Mirtha will graduate from Auburn High School where she is deputy governor of the Junior Civitan Alabama Central District, president of the school
Junior Civitan Club, and vice president of French Club. She also tutors elementary school children. Mirtha plans to major in biology.
ARIZONA
Graham - Nathan Bradford Montierth , son of Bradford and Jeanette Montierth, resides in Safford, Arizona. Nathan will graduate from Safford High School where he is president of the National Honor Society, co-founder and president of Film Club, and lead singer in a quartet. He also served as the senior patrol leader for the National Youth Leadership Training program and is an Eagle Scout. Nathan plans to major in computer science.
FLORIDA
Duval - Matthew Gill Harwood , son of James and Janine Harwood, resides in Jacksonville, Florida. Matthew will graduate from Episcopal High School where he is a member of the Cum Laude Society, National Honor Society, and Mu Alpha Theta He is an Eagle Scout, a 3200-meter track district champion, and member of the Joe Berg Society. Matthew plans to major in aerospace engineering.
Palm Beach - Caitlin Ruth Hanley , daughter of Stephen and Marlis Hanley, lives in Boynton Beach, Florida. Caitlin will graduate as a home educated student where she is an active member of the Palm Beach State College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the 4-H District XIII parliamentarian, and a FIRST Robotics team leader. She has earned the Congressional Award Gold Medal, and is a volunteer with the Cason United Methodist Church community garden and the South Florida Fair. Caitlin plans to major in computer science.
GEORGIA
Forsyth - Joshua William Schuyler , son of Bill and Kelli Schuyler, resides in Gainesville, Georgia. Josh will graduate from
Forsyth Central High School where he is president of Beta Club, and vice president of Key Club and the National Honor Society.
Josh is a volunteer counselor at Camp Dream, a summer camp for special needs students. He has been named an Advanced
Placement Scholar with Distinction and is an amateur 3D artist. Josh plans to major in chemical engineering.
Fulton - Kevin Allen Brock , son of Ken and Denise Brock, lives in Alpharetta, Georgia. Kevin will graduate from The Brock
Academy where he has been a senior servant leader in a leadership program dedicated to building character, developing future community leaders, and teaching and mentoring younger students. He is the captain of his soccer team, a small group leader at
North Point Community Church, and has traveled extensively participating in numerous scientific research trips to locations such as the Galapagos Islands, Gulf Coast, and the wetlands of Florida. Kevin plans to major in biomedical engineering.

Fulton - Grant Hughes Means , son of Jeff and Virginia Means, lives in Atlanta, Georgia. Grant will graduate from the North
Carolina School of Science and Mathematics where he is a residential life assistant and the vice president of the Accept the
Greener Challenge Club. He has volunteered extensively at the Boys and Girls Club, is an Eagle Scout, and a recipient of the
Bowman-Brockman Scholarship for Entrepreneurship and Advanced Research. Grant plans to major in electrical engineering.
HAWAII
Maui - Moriah Ka'iulani Jenkins , daughter of Heidi and Greg Jenkins, lives in Puko'o, Molokai, Hawaii. Moriah will graduate from Molokai High School where she is president and founder of the VEX Robotics Team, and vice president of the Student
Council Executive Board and Molokai Environmental Preservation Organization. She also is an active volunteer with the Molokai
Humane Society, Blue Planet Foundation, and Nene 'O Molokai. Moriah plans to major in animal science.
IOWA
Linn - Stephanie Wenclawski , daughter of Elizabeth Daly and Lawrence Wenclawski, resides in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Stephanie will graduate from John F. Kennedy Senior High School where she is president of Student Government and the Best Buddies
Club, and a YouthPOWER board member. She founded Club Change to encourage local elementary school students to volunteer, serves on the Future Cities 4000 Regional Planning Committee, and oversees an annual bone marrow drive. Stephanie plans to major in marine sciences.
KANSAS
Johnson - Paige Catherine Wendland , daughter of Steve and Molly Wendland, lives in Prairie Village, Kansas. Paige will graduate from St. Teresa's Academy where she is president of the Junior Classical League and Cooking Club, and varsity captain of her rowing team. She received the Daughters of the American Revolution National Conservation Medal, earned a gold medal on the National Classical Etymology Exam, and is in the process of earning her Girl Scout Gold Award. Paige plans to major in food science.
KENTUCKY
Jefferson - Jessica Baskett , daughter of James and Susan Baskett, lives in Louisville, Kentucky. Jessica will graduate from
DuPont Manual High School where she a member of the track and cross country team, National Beta Club, and Spanish Honor
Society. Jessica has volunteered at the Louisville Zoo where she received the Outstanding Youth Volunteer Award, and volunteers weekly at the Plantation Animal Clinic. She plans to major in zoology.
LOUISIANA
St. Tammany Parish - Arden Wells , daughter of Ken and Robin Wells, resides in Mandeville, Louisiana. Arden will graduate from Fontainebleau High School where she is president of the National Honor Society and vice president of Mu Alpha Theta. She spent the past summer conducting research at the Advanced Materials Research Institute at the University of New Orleans. Arden is a pianist and an active member of her youth group. She plans to major in chemistry and geology.
MASSACHUSETTS
Middlesex - Elliot Waugh Raderman , son of Alan Raderman and Michelle Waugh, lives in Groton, Massachusetts. Elliot will graduate from Groton-Dunstable Regional High School where he is vice president of his class, president of the National Honor
Society, and manager of the 2011 state champion soccer team. He has received awards in the areas of biology, chemistry, and ceramics. Elliot plans to major in industrial design.
MARYLAND
Carroll - Lauren Diana Williams , daughter of Mike and Debbie Williams, resides in Eldersburg, Maryland. Lauren will graduate from Liberty High School where she is class historian, and a member of the Student Government Association, National
Honor Society, and varsity tennis team. She provides tutoring services at local elementary schools and volunteers as a youth counselor at Carroll County 4-H Camp. Lauren plans to major in mathematics.
Wicomico - Zachary Aaron Goodman , son of Alan and Debbie Goodman, resides in Salisbury, Maryland. Zack will graduate from Parkside High School where he is president of his class, and a member of the Spanish, Math, and Science National Honor
Societies. He works as a surf rescue technician with the Ocean City Beach Patrol and has recently become an Eagle Scout. Zack plans to major in mechanical or chemical engineering.

NEW JERSEY
Essex - Jordana Herr , daughter of Nate and Stephanie Herr, resides in Glen Ridge, New Jersey. Jordana will graduate from Glen
Ridge High School where she is captain of the tennis and cheerleading teams, president of the Hispanic Honor Society, and a member of the National Honor Society. She is a volunteer at Mountainside Hospital and committee chairperson of the Seeing Eye
Project. Jordana plans to major in biological sciences.
Morris - Leanne Nieforth , daughter of Keith and Alicia Nieforth, lives in Randolph, New Jersey. Leanne will graduate from
Randolph High School where she is president of Science National Honor Society, section leader in the marching band, and executive editor of the online science journal THE OVIS . She is an active volunteer at the Sunrise Assisted Living Center, a catechist at Resurrection Parish, and a tutor at Randolph Middle School. Leanne plans to major in animal science.
NEW MEXICO
Bernalillo - Brian Wyss , son of Greg and Colleen Wyss, resides in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Brian will graduate from
Albuquerque Academy where he is captain of the Ultimate Frisbee Team, co-captain of the Model Rocket Club, and a member of the Science Olympiad Team. He is a member of the New Mexico All-State Band and was an intern at the Air Force Research
Laboratory. Brian plans to major in mechanical engineering.
NEW YORK
Monroe - Sarah Anne Paluskiewicz , daughter of David and Anne Paluskiewicz, resides in Rochester, New York. Sarah will graduate from Our Lady of Mercy High School where she is chapter president of DECA, a leadership team member on the
Campus Ministry Board, and a member of the National Honor Society. She was a counselor at the Camp Koinonia Family Camp and is an active volunteer with the Rochester Cursillo Movement. Sarah plans to major in polymer and color chemistry.
Putnam - Teri Elwood , daughter of Thomas and Carol Elwood, lives in Carmel, New York. Teri will graduate from Carmel High
School where she is the captain of the women’s varsity soccer team, and secretary of student government and the National Honor
Society. She volunteers as a teacher’s assistant at a local elementary school, and serves as the team manager for both the men’s varsity soccer and hockey teams. Teri plans to major in aerospace engineering.
NORTH CAROLINA
Alexander - Kyle James Mayberry , son of Craig and Donna Mayberry, resides in Taylorsville, North Carolina. Kyle will graduate from Alexander Central High School where he is president of the Future Farmers of America chapter and co-leader of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He is a member of Beta Club, 4-H, and the East Taylorsville Baptist Church. Kyle plans to major in animal science.
Brunswick - Stephen Aaron Michael Seeber , son of Donald C. Seeber and Mary C Seeber, resides in Oak Island, North
Carolina. Stephen will graduate from South Brunswick High School where he is secretary of the National Honor Society and captain of the varsity swim team. He participated in Tar Heel Boys State and was nominated for the Wendy's High School
Heisman Memorial Trophy Award . Stephen plans to major in civil engineering.
Buncombe - Jeremy Chandler DeJournett , son of Leon DeJournett and Carole Saltzman, resides in Asheville, North Carolina.
Jeremy will graduate from the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics where he is a peer college counselor and president of the Euro-American Cultures Association. He has been a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, and is a camp counselor at The Health Adventure. Jeremy plans to major in electrical engineering.
Buncombe - Trellace Marie Lawrimore , daughter of Jay and Aileen Lawrimore, lives in Asheville, North Carolina. Trellace will graduate from A.C. Reynolds High School where she is co-editor-in-chief of the Cedar Cliff Notes , a tutor in the Latin program, and a member of the varsity tennis team. She is co-founder of the Watering Malawi fundraising team at the First Baptist
Church of Asheville, and a recipient of a first place award in news photography from the North Carolina Scholastic Media
Association. Trellace plans to major in international studies.
Burke - Melissa Ann Pressley , daughter of Larry and Aundria Pressley, resides in Morganton, North Carolina. Melissa will graduate from Freedom High School where she is captain of the swim team, and president of Anchor Club and Mu Alpha Theta.
She has been recognized as an Advanced Placement Scholar with Honor, and is an active member of the Interact Club. Melissa plans to major in aerospace engineering.
Caldwell - Morgan Teressa Carlton , daughter of Lindsey and Eileen Carlton, lives in Lenoir, North Carolina. Morgan will graduate from West Caldwell High School where she is president of the senior class and Mu Alpha Theta, and captain of the varsity cheerleading squad. She is a member of the Caldwell Green Commission Scholars Program and was selected as the superintendent's choice for the Governor's School of North Carolina. Morgan plans to major in environmental studies.

Carteret - David Ryland Beard , son of David and Kathy Beard, resides in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina. David will graduate from Croatan High School where he is captain of the tennis team, a participant in the Youthpoints Radio Show, and a member of the National Honor Society, Beta Club, and Future Business Leaders of America. David founded his own tennis camp, and has presented workshops to local elementary school children on topics such as teamwork and the importance of academics.
He plans to major in business.
Carteret - Chase Jeffrey Cannon , son of Jeff Cannon, resides in Morehead City, North Carolina. Chase will graduate from the
Miller School of Albemarle where he is head resident assistant, co-chair of the Discipline Review Board, and a captain of the varsity basketball team. He volunteered with the Virginia Festival of the Book Foundation, and works with a peer tutoring program through the National Honor Society. Chase plans to major in business or engineering.
Carteret - Xiao Jing Yang , daughter of En Ming Yang and Mei Fang Lin, lives in Morehead City, North Carolina. Xiao Jing will graduate from West Carteret High School where she is president of the International Club, an anchor for the school news program, and a member of the varsity women’s tennis team. She is a volunteer at the Carteret General Hospital Emergency Room, a tutor for English as a Second Language students at a local primary school, and a graduate of North Carolina Governor’s School East.
Xiao Jing plans to major in biological sciences.
Chatham - Morgan Chase Johnson , son of Debbie Johnson, resides in Siler City, North Carolina. Chase will graduate from
Jordan Matthews High School where he is secretary of DECA, and a member of the varsity basketball team and Beta and Leo
Clubs. He also works with the local 4-H club during the summer. Chase plans to major in political science.
Chatham – Julia Alexandra Rao , daughter of Ennio and Carol Rao, resides in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Julia will graduate from Trinity School of Durham and Chapel Hill where she is vice president of the Student Council, co-captain of the varsity tennis team, and a Trinity Scholar. As co-captain of the Robotics Team, she assisted in authoring the team’s engineering notebook which received the Think Award at the 2011 FIRST Robotics World Competition. Julia has served as a page in the North Carolina
General Assembly, and is a recipient of the Sallie Markham Michie Trust Essay Contest for Research and Writing in American
History. Julia plans to major in mechanical engineering.
Clay - Weston Giles Jordan , son of Larry and Elaine Jordan, resides in Hayesville, North Carolina. Weston will graduate from
Hayesville High School where he is president of the National Skills USA Club and the National Beta Club, and student body vice president. He has been a volunteer mentor with the Great Leaps Math Program, and was named Rotary Club Student of the
Month. Weston plans to major in engineering.
Cumberland - Rifat Rahman , son of Mizanur Rahman and Rokshana Jahan, resides in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Rifat will graduate from Terry Sanford High School where he is the president of the Buzz Off Club. He intends to major in biomedical engineering.
Durham - Sidhartha Jandhyala , son of Ravi Shankar and Vyjayanti Jandhyala, resides in Durham, North Carolina. Sidhartha will graduate from Hillside New Tech High School where he is senior class vice president, and a member of the National Honor
Society and varsity golf team. He has raised funds for public schools in Durham and Wake counties through his nonprofit organization Drive Education. The organization distributed nearly $30,000 in grants to ten local schools for technology infrastructure improvements. Sidhartha plans to major in biomedical engineering.
Durham - Jane Quinn Jenkins , daughter of David and Marti Jenkins, lives in Durham, North Carolina. Quinn will graduate from
Cary Academy where she is president of Spanish Club, and a member of the Global Awareness Initiative leadership board and the
National Honor Society. She is the founder of Girls for Gender Equality, a nonprofit organization of middle and high school girls working towards political and social equality for women. Quinn also attended The School for Ethics and Global Leadership in
Washington, D.C. She plans to major in Spanish language and literature.
Durham - Amber Renee Oliver , daughter of Tony and Karen Oliver, lives in Bahama, North Carolina. Amber will graduate from
Northern High School where she is vice president of the National Honor Society and a member of the varsity softball team. She has served as a page in the North Carolina General Assembly, an assistant Sunday school teacher at Grey Stone Baptist Church, and a student researcher in the Mars Outreach for North Carolina Students Program. Amber plans to major in psychology.
Forsyth - Charles Zachary Elliott , son of Laura and Eric Elliott, resides in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Zach will graduate from R.J. Reynolds High School where he is captain of the Math and General Knowledge Academic Teams and music arranger for the school's distinguished a cappella chorus. He is captain of the cross country and track and field teams, a National Merit
Scholarship Commended Student, an Eagle Scout with three Eagle Palms, and a member of the North Carolina Honors Chorus.
Zach plans to major in civil engineering and environmental engineering.
Forsyth - William Knox Holland , son of Steve and Elizabeth Holland, resides in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He will graduate from Mount Tabor High School where he served as senior ambassador and freshman orientation leader, and is a member

of the National Honor Society. Will is lieutenant governor for the YMCA Youth and Government for North Carolina program, and attended Boys State where he was nominated for Boys Nation. He plans to major in chemical engineering.
Forsyth - Victoria Thi Le , daughter of Dung Le and Lien Le, resides in Kernersville, North Carolina. Victoria will graduate from
Robert B. Glenn High School where she is president of Key Club and the Crosby Scholars, and vice president of Student
Government. She volunteers at Impact Triad and attended the Governor's School of North Carolina for social science. Victoria plans to major in biology.
Gaston - Anna Katherine Paschall , daughter of Tim and Nancy Paschall, resides in Gastonia, North Carolina. Anna will graduate from Highland School of Technology where she is a member of the Student Council, Mayor's Youth Leadership Council, and Superintendent's Student Advisory Council. She is a recipient of the Girl Scout Gold Award, attended the North Carolina
Governor's School in the area of natural science, and has earned the Presidential Volunteer Service Award for four consecutive years. Anna plans to major in chemistry.
Gaston - Shelby Anne Winchester , daughter of Chris and Christine Winchester, lives in Gastonia, North Carolina. Shelby will graduate from East Gaston High School where she is student body president, governor of Government and Student Club, and captain of the varsity basketball and tennis teams. She is a math tutor and has led her youth group on several mission trips. Shelby plans to major in biological sciences.
Guilford - Akshay Mohan Iyer , son of Lakshmi and Venkat Iyer, resides in Greensboro, North Carolina. Akshay will graduate from the Early College at Guilford where he is president of Guilford Model Congress, treasurer of National Honor Society, and a member of FIRST Robotics Team 1533 Triple Strange. He is a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist and National Advanced
Placement Scholar, and volunteers as a tutor and teaching assistant for math. He plans to major in engineering.
Guilford - Stuart Jones Philpott , son of David and Anita Philpott, resides in Greensboro, North Carolina. Stuart will graduate from Northern Guilford High School where he is president of the senior class and Robotics Club, treasurer of the Habitat for
Humanity Club, and a member of the National Honor Society. He is an Eagle Scout and was selected as a delegate for Tar Heel
Boys State. Stuart plans to major in aerospace engineering.
Guilford - Victoria Anne Pray , daughter of Greg and Angela Pray, lives in Summerfield, North Carolina. Victoria will graduate from Northern Guilford High School where she is president of the Habitat for Humanity Club and captain of the varsity tennis team. She is a recipient of the Service Learning Diploma and the AAA Conference All-State Athletic Award, and received top honors at the Mathematical Association of America's American Mathematics Competition. Victoria plans to major in biological sciences.
Henderson - Rebecca Christine Woofter , daughter of Susan and Douglas Woofter, resides in Hendersonville, North Carolina.
Rebecca will graduate from Hendersonville High School where she is a member of the Valentine Chapter of the National Honor
Society, Debate Club, and Student Council. She rides horses competitively, volunteers in the community, and tutors in the subjects of math and science. Rebecca plans to major in chemistry.
Iredell - Corey Thomas Ferguson , son of Robert and Connie Ferguson, lives in Mooresville, North Carolina. Corey will graduate from Lake Norman High School where he is co-founder and president of the Eco-Friendly Generation Club and a member of the National Honor Society. He co-founded the Furry Friend Charity 5K for the Humane Society and is a National
Advanced Placement Scholar. Corey plans to major in architecture.
Iredell - Megan Lynn Kelly , daughter of Don and Sandra Kelly, resides in Troutman, North Carolina. Megan will graduate from
South Iredell High School where she is the drum major in the marching band and captain of the tennis team. She is a member of the National Honor Society and Beta Club. Megan plans to major in mechanical engineering.
Lincoln - Zachary Hill Fitzgerald , son of Charles and Susan Fitzgerald, resides in Lincolnton, North Carolina. Zachary will graduate from Lincolnton High School where he is president of the Future Business Leaders of America, historian of the National
Honor Society, and a former captain the cross country team. For his Eagle Scout project, Zachary established a clothes closet for students in need at his school. He has worked on the home of a local student for an episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition , and has placed in Future Business Leaders of America state competitions. Zachary plans to major in management.
Martin - Asa Gavin Harrison , son of Asa and Debbie Harrison, lives in Williamston, North Carolina. Gavin will graduate from
Riverside High School where he is the president of the Student Government Association, National Honors Society, and Key Club.
He is the senior drum major and a recipient of the Advanced Placement Scholars Award. Gavin plans to major in biological sciences and business administration.
Mecklenburg - Emily Armstrong Baldrige , daughter of Mark and Ruth Baldrige, resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. Emily

will graduate from South Mecklenburg High School where she is co-president of the Interact Club and a member of the National
Honor Society. She is a member of Girl Scouts of America and was named an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction.
Emily plans to major in environmental sciences.
Mecklenburg - Jalen Madison Feaster , son of Tyrone and Bernice Feaster, resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. Jalen will graduate from Mallard Creek High School where he is president of the Maverick Movement Club, Technology Student
Association, and Debate Team. He serves as co-leader for Mecklenburg Youth Voice/Kids Voting and is a member of the Senior
Executive Class Council. Jalen plans to major in electrical engineering.
Mecklenburg - Isabel Jane Fee , daughter of David and Tracy Fee, resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. Isabel will graduate from
Rocky River High School where she is president of the National Honor Society and a captain of the track team. She is active with the elderly community and volunteers with the Adopt-a-Grandparent program. Isabel is a recipient of the Girl Scout Gold Award and her project involved an art program at the Aldersgate United Methodist Retirement Community. She plans to major in architecture.
Mecklenburg - Maggie Elaine Miller , daughter of Mark and Kathy Miller, lives in Charlotte, North Carolina. Maggie will graduate from Charlotte Catholic High School where she is the founder and president of the International Thespian Society
Troupe and the president of the Drama Club. She is a member of the National Honor Society and created a balloon animal volunteer group for a local retirement home. Maggie plans to major in psychology.
Mecklenburg - Parth Shah , son of Amit and Shilpa Shah, lives in Charlotte, North Carolina. Parth will graduate from Ardrey
Kell High School where he is captain of the cross country team and the indoor and outdoor track teams. He tutors Spanish with an after school program, has been a volunteer at a Muscular Dystrophy Association summer camp, and has raised over $10,000 for a child with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Parth plans to major in biomedical engineering.
Mecklenburg - Marcel Raymond Souffrant , son of Eddy and Antoinette Souffrant, resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. Marcel will graduate from Charlotte Country Day School where he is a leader in the Affirming Community Together program, and a member of the leadership board for the Diversity Awareness Forum. He has been playing classical piano for the last ten years and is a volunteer at his former middle school. Marcel plans to major in chemistry.
Moore - Laura Elizabeth Ott , daughter of Paul and Mary Ott, lives in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Laura will graduate from
Pinecrest High School where she is president of the Interact Club and executive board secretary of the Student Government
Association. She has been a volunteer with the MIRA Foundation and Operation Sharehouse Stop Hunger Now. Laura plans to major in industrial design.
Nash - William Daniel Crumpler , son of Greg and Carolyn Crumpler, lives in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. William will graduate from Rocky Mount High School where he is the captain of the Quiz Bowl, cross country, and track and field teams. He attended Governor's School East, volunteers with Meals on Wheels with his grandfather, and was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout after creating an outdoor teaching area for a local elementary school. William plans to major in engineering.
Nash - Lee Jared McAvoy , son of Greig and Shirley McAvoy, resides in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Lee will graduate from
Rocky Mount High School where he is an all-conference and all-region soccer player, president of the International Club, and a member of the National Honor Society. He traveled to Ghana this past year as a medical volunteer, served as a delegate for the
Model United Nations, and has volunteered as a camp counselor at the North Carolina Wesleyan College Soccer Camp. Lee plans to major in either biological sciences or economics.
New Hanover - Robert Pierpont Loweth, Jr.
, son of Bob and Harriett Loweth, lives in Wilmington, North Carolina. Robert will graduate from John T. Hoggard High School where he is a varsity cross country runner, and a member of the varsity Science
Olympiad Team, National Honor Society, and Beta Club. He is an Eagle Scout from Boy Scout Troop 212, and a recipient of the
Dartmouth Book Award for Outstanding Junior. Robert plans to major in mechanical engineering.
New Hanover - Arianna Sultana Nasser , daughter of Wais and Laura Nasser, resides in Wilmington, North Carolina. Arianna will graduate from Isaac Bear Early College High School where she is president of the National Honor Society, senior editor of the Yearbook Committee, and a member of the Science Olympiad Team. She has also worked with the Global Public Service
Academy in Guatemala to further infant and maternal health, and volunteered in her own community at the New Hanover
Regional Medical Center. Arianna plans to major in biomedical engineering.
New Hanover- Taufik Raharjo , son of Riyanto and Hermitri Raharjo, lives in Wilmington, North Carolina. Taufik will graduate from John T. Hoggard High School where he is vice president of the Environmental Concerns Organization and chairperson of the
Mother Hubbard's Cupboard chapter. He is a recipient of his school’s Edison Award and a National Merit Scholarship
Semifinalist. Taufik is a two-time Science Olympiad state champion for remote sensing and received an award at the North
Carolina Junior Classical League State Convention. He plans to major in materials science and engineering.

Orange - Avi Aggarwal , daughter of Abhinav and Sarita Aggarwal, resides in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Avi will graduate from the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics where she is co-president of the NASA HUNCH club, captain of the
Indian Dance Team, and chair of Student Government Programming Committee. She volunteers with Britthaven Nursing Home and SOS Children's Village India, and is a Siemens Competition Semifinalist. Avi plans to major in environmental engineering.
Pasquotank - Robert Isaac Harris , son of Steve and Robin Harris, resides in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Robert will graduate from Pasquotank County High School where he is the drum major of the Panther Pride Marching Band, and president of the senior class and the National Honor Society. He also serves as president of the Interact Club and the Pasquotank County Youth
Council, and plays flute in the COA Community Band. Robert plans to major in engineering.
Pitt - Alexis Spain Briley , daughter of Mike and Lisa Briley, lives in Greenville, North Carolina. Alexis will graduate from North
Pitt High School where she is president of the National Honor Society and Future Farmers of America, and founder of the Panther
4-H Club. She received the Pitt County Community Service Award, and was accepted into the North Carolina 4-H Honor Club.
Alexis plans to major in animal science.
Pitt - Meagan Elizabeth Briley , daughter of Lee and Kim Briley, resides in Greenville, North Carolina. Meagan will graduate from Junius H. Rose High School where she is senior class president, vice president of the National Honor Society, and a school representative on the Pitt County Student Advisory Council. She is a coach for the Exceptional Communities Baseball League, volunteers with Rocking Horse Ranch Therapeutic Riding Center, and received the 2011 State 4-H Volunteer Award. Meagan plans to major in biochemistry.
Pitt - Aakash Yogesh Gandhi , son of Yogesh and Roopa Gandhi, resides in Winterville, North Carolina. Aakash will graduate from the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics where he serves as student body treasurer and co-director of the
ScienceDays chapter. He volunteered as a counselor and instructor for the Summer Science Camp program at East Carolina
University. Aakash has been involved in research into bacterial quorum sensing through the Research in Biology program, for which he received an award during the 2011 North Carolina Student Academy of Science research competition, and an alumni grant from the Bowman Brockman Endowment for Advanced Research and Entrepreneurship. He plans to major in biochemistry and biological sciences.
Pitt - Courtney Marie Hardy , daughter of Carlton and Florida Hardy, resides in Greenville, North Carolina. Courtney will graduate from D.H. Conley High School where she is the link crew commissioner of academics, president of Mu Alpha Theta, and secretary of Nu Delta Alpha. She has also been an active volunteer at the Pitt County Memorial Hospital. Courtney was recognized as an Advanced Placement Scholar with Honor, and selected as the superintendent's nominee for the Governor's
School of North Carolina. She plans to major in biology.
Pitt - Joseph Miles Wobbleton , son of Joe and Pam Wobbleton, resides in Greenville, North Carolina. Joseph will graduate from
D.H. Conley High School where he is vice chairperson of the Greenville Youth Council, lead attorney in the Pitt County Teen
Court, and president of the Pitt County BRAKES organization. He is an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, a recipient of the President's Volunteer Service Award, and has received awards from the North Carolina Math Fair, North Carolina Science
Fair, and North Carolina Student Academy of Science. Miles plans to major in psychology and political science.
Polk - Cole Stewart Pellatt , son of Mark Pellatt and Carol Lynn Jackson, lives in Saluda, North Carolina. Cole will graduate from Polk County High School where he is senior class president, snowboard captain of the Ski and Snowboard Team, and a member of the Science Olympiad Team, varsity soccer squad, and Interact. He also attended the North Carolina Governor's
School. Cole plans to major in aerospace engineering.
Robeson - Karli Addele Moore , daughter of Eddie and Tyra Moore, resides in Wakulla, North Carolina. Karli will graduate from
Purnell Swett High School where she is president of Future Farmers of America, and secretary of the Student Government
Association and Health Occupations Students of America. She has been a member of the softball, volleyball, and bowling teams, and is active at Saint Annah Freewill Baptist Church. Karli plans to major in chemistry or mathematics.
Rockingham - Elaina Roxanne Philpott , daughter of Tom and Ronda Philpott, lives in Eden, North Carolina. She will graduate from John Motley Morehead High School where she is the founder and president of the Environmental Club, president of the
National Honor Society, and vice president of Key Club. She attended Summer Ventures and the North Carolina Governor's
School, and volunteers with the Rockingham County Humane Society. Elaina plans to major in biology.
Sampson - Brandon Kenneth Honeycutt , son of Kenneth and Regina Honeycutt, lives in Spivey's Corner, North Carolina.
Brandon will graduate from Midway High School where he is president of the Midway Future Farmers of America chapter and
Beta Club. He is an Eagle Scout and previously served as the Southeast Future Farmers of America regional president. Brandon plans to major in biomedical engineering.

Sampson - Daniel Blake Thompson , son of John and Deborah Thompson, lives in Clinton, North Carolina. Daniel will graduate from Union High School where he is president of BETA Club and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and treasurer of Key
Club. He is an active member of Mount Gilead Church, was a participant in the Junior Leadership program, and received an award for his accomplishments in American history by the Woodmen of the World. Daniel plans to major in agricultural engineering and mechanical engineering.
Tyrrell - Landon Michael Manning , son of Bill and Marcia Manning, lives in Columbia, North Carolina. Landon will graduate from Columbia High School where he is a captain on the varsity basketball team. He organizes school blood drives with the
American Red Cross and is a volunteer diver at the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Landon plans to major in biomedical engineering.
Union - Dallas Mackenzie Clontz , daughter of James and Karen Clontz, lives is Monroe, North Carolina. Dallas will graduate from Piedmont High School where she is class secretary, and treasurer of the National Honor Society. She is a member of the
Renn's Nest Teen Board, a graduate of the Union County Youth Leadership Union, and has been named an Advanced Placement
Scholar with Distinction. Dallas plans to major in animal science and biological sciences.
Union - Bethany Leigh Faulkner , daughter of Dean and Elizabeth Faulkner, lives in Indian Trail, North Carolina. Bethany will graduate from Union Academy Charter School where she is a prefect, captain and co-founder of the varsity swim team, and editor-in-chief of the yearbook. She has volunteered as a swim coach for her neighborhood swim team; participated in a camp for refugee children from war-torn countries; and founded Flip Flops TO-GO, an initiative that has provided sandals to citizens of developing nations such as Togo and Haiti. Bethany plans to major in graphic design.
Wake - Paige Marie Breen , daughter of Jeffrey and Mary Breen, lives in Raleigh, North Carolina. Paige will graduate from
Raleigh Charter High School where she is president of Tri-M Music Honor Society, immediate past president of French Club, and a member of the Quiz Bowl Leadership Council. She also volunteers with Key Club, has earned medals at the state and national levels in Science Olympiad, and is a flutist with the Triangle Youth Philharmonic. Paige plans to major in environmental engineering.
Wake - Emma Catherine Cannon , daughter of Charles and Dolly Cannon, resides in Wendell, North Carolina. Emma will graduate from East Wake High School where she is vice president of the Wake Federation Future Farmers of America, secretary of the Future Farmers of America chapter, and captain of the women’s varsity soccer team. She is a member of the National
Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Wendell Baptist Church. Emma plans to major in a field related to agriculture.
Wake - Mithi de los Reyes , daughter of Francis and Josephine de los Reyes, lives in Raleigh, North Carolina. Mithi will graduate from the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics where she is a residential life assistant, and captain of the Science
Olympiad Team and the school’s breakdance crew. She has also helped build homes in the Philippines, and presented at the 2011
International Student Science Fair in Thailand. Mithi plans to major in physics.
Wake - Julian Alexander Gilyard , son of DeWeese and Pamela Gilyard, lives in Raleigh, North Carolina. Julian will graduate from Knightdale High School where he is a senior class representative, varsity letter recipient in wrestling and soccer, and first chair tenor saxophone in the jazz band. He has volunteered as a math and science tutor, and served as the regional executive treasurer for Top Teens of America and as a page in the United States House of Representatives. Julian plans to major in political science.
Wake - Atima Huria , daughter of Rakesh and Manisha Huria, resides in Cary, North Carolina. Atima will graduate from Green
Hope High School where she is secretary of Green Hope Ambassadors and a member of the National Honor Society. She has been an executive board member on the Cary Teen Council, a volunteer at Rex Hospital, and has initiated service projects with her youth group. Atima plans to major in chemical engineering and Spanish language and literature.
Wake – Ivan Andreevich Kuznetsov , son of Andrey V. Kuznetsov and Marina F. Bykova, resides in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Ivan will graduate from William G. Enloe High School where he is a senior board member and coach of the Science Olympiad
Team, captain and coach of the Science Bowl Team, and a member of the Quiz Bowl and Math Teams. He is the lead author of a research paper published in Applied Energy and is listed as an innovator on two currently pending U.S. patent applications. Ivan is a ScienceDays board member and group leader. He received High Honors at the 2011 United States National Chemistry
Olympiad, placed first at the 2010-11 National High School Mathematical League Championship, and received the 2011 Siemens
Award for Advanced Placement. Ivan plans to major in mechanical engineering.
Wake - Samuel Porter Loomis , son of Dave and Kris Loomis, resides in Cary, North Carolina. Sam will graduate from Cary
High School where he is editor of the school literary magazine, secretary of the National Thespian Society Troupe, an officer in the Drama Club, and a member of the National Honor Society. He has served on several mission trips with Crosspointe Church and was the winner of the 2011 Phi Beta Kappa math essay contest. Sam plans to major in mathematics and physics.

Wake - Allison Grey Menius , daughter of Alan and Deborah Menius, resides in Cary, North Carolina. Allison will graduate from
Athens Drive High School where she is captain of the women's tennis team, president of the Photography Club, and vice president of public relations for the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America. She is a Girl Scout, a volunteer with the Special
Olympics, and the recipient of the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizenship Award. Allison plans to major in architecture.
Wake - Carl Lynwood Smith Jr ., son of Carl Lynwood Smith Sr. and Bridgette Miriam Harris, resides in Wake Forest, North
Carolina. Carl will graduate from Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School where he is sergeant at arms in the North Carolina Math
Science and Education Network and a member of the National Honor Society. He is a member of Boy Scout Troop 208, and coauthor of a research paper entitled Nanoparticle Antireflection Coatings on Glass that was submitted to the Journal of Optics
Letters . Carl plans to major in nuclear engineering.
Wake - Rachel Annette Smoak , daughter of Andrew and Saundra Smoak, lives in Cary, North Carolina. Rachel will graduate from William G. Enloe High School where she is captain of the Canon Envirothon Team, president of the Mock Trial Club, and a lead marshal. She is a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist, an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, and a member of the Wake County Environmental Youth Council. Rachel plans to major in environmental engineering.
Wake - Caroline Stone Sprecher , daughter of Doug and Gail Sprecher, lives in Raleigh, North Carolina. Caroline will graduate from Needham B. Broughton High School where she is the drum major of the Broughton High School Marching Band, vice president of Service Club, and the president of Math Club. She has also volunteered in the Minor Surgical Procedures Unit at Rex
Hospital, is a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist, and was awarded the Randolph-Macon Book Award. Caroline plans to major in biomedical engineering.
Wake - Ashley Kyle Stephenson , daughter of Kyle and Laura Stephenson, resides in Raleigh, North Carolina. Ashley will graduate from West Johnston High School where she is president of the senior class, treasurer and parliamentarian of the National
Honor Society, and a member of the Student Government Association and Key Club. She served as a junior marshal, and was selected to attend the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminar and the Summer Textile Exploration Program at NC State
University. Ashley plans to major in polymer and color chemistry.
Wake - Emma Alexis Thorpe , daughter of Robert and Suzanne Thorpe, lives in Cary, North Carolina. Emma will graduate from
Athens Drive High School where she is captain of the cross country team, vice president of Youth and Government, and a member of the National Honor Society. She earned her Girl Scout Gold Award and volunteers weekly with the children's program at The
Carying Place. Emma plans to major in mathematics.
Wake - Martin Alexander York , son of Dodie and Allen York, resides in Raleigh, North Carolina. Martin will graduate from
Leesville Road High School where he is president of the Aerospace Club, captain of the ice hockey team, and a member of the
National Honor Society and football team. He is a recipient of the Presidential Volunteer Service Award and is a private pilot.
Martin plans to major in aerospace engineering.
Wayne - Khari Liston Cyrus , son of Liston and Olive Cyrus, lives in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Khari will graduate from
Eastern Wayne High School where he is president of the Math Club and the National Honor Society, and a lieutenant governor with the Carolinas District of Key Club International. He also serves as senior class vice president and vice president of the
Goldsboro Mayor’s Youth Council. Khari plans to major in biomedical engineering.
Wilkes - Christopher Calvin Hayes , son of John and Tammy Hayes, resides in Millers Creek, North Carolina. Chris will graduate from West Wilkes High School where he is president of the student body and the Creative Writing Club, and a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes leadership team. He participates in a local youth philanthropy group known as T3LC, and has launched a middle school tutoring program. Chris plans to major in environmental sciences.
Wilkes - Kristin Deeann Vickers , daughter of Daniel and Kristy Vickers, resides in Ferguson, North Carolina. Kristin will graduate from West Wilkes High School where she is president of the student body and captain of the West Wilkes Dance Team.
She has been nominated for the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award, and has served her community through tutoring, volunteering with area nursing homes, and participating in the Adopt a Platoon program. Kristin plans to major in biology.
Wilson - Beau Randolph White , son of Ralph and Beth White, lives in Wilson, North Carolina. Beau will graduate from Hunt
High School where he is founder and president of Club Unify, president of the National Honor Society, and a member of the varsity soccer and tennis teams. He is an Eagle Scout, a member of the Youth Activation Council with the Special Olympics of
North Carolina, and a past participant in the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminar. Beau plans to major in finance.

OHIO
Delaware - Emily Kathryn McGuinness , daughter of Frank and Jennifer McGuinness, lives in Lewis Center, Ohio. Emily will graduate from Olentangy High School where she is president of the Olentangy Orchestra and publicity officer of Braves' Theatre.
She is a member of the Olentangy Service Club and National Honor Society, and is a National Merit Scholarship Commended
Scholar. Emily plans to major in textile engineering.
Hamilton - Keara T. Saud , daughter of Abel and Susan Saud, lives in Loveland, Ohio. Keara will graduate from Mount Notre
Dame High School where she is president of Mu Alpha Theta and vice president of the National Honor Society. She is an Irish dancer that has competed across North America and in Ireland and Scotland. Keara was an integral part of a student team that secured a $150,000 grant for her high school. She plans to major in chemical engineering.
Lucas - Brian Bennett Haidet , son of Jeffrey and Victoria Haidet, resides in Sylvania, Ohio. Brian will graduate from Sylvania
Southview High School where he is a captain of the FIRST Robotics team and a varsity cross country runner. He is a glassblower with his own business, Phoenix Glass Creations, and initiated an outreach program promoting the study of STEM subjects to local elementary school students. Brian is a recipient of the Bausch + Lomb Science Award, and has received multiple state and district level awards for science research projects. Brian plans to major in engineering.
PENNSYLVANIA
Allegheny - Sean Christopher Gaudio , son of Dr. and Mrs. Frank Gaudio, lives in Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania. Sean will graduate from Upper Saint Clair High School where he is president of the Stock Market Club, and a member of the Leadership
Academy and varsity tennis team. He created his own charity called Shared Sports, completed three mission trips to the
Dominican Republic, and was selected as a delegate to the Pennsylvania School Board Association Leadership Conference. Sean plans to major in biological sciences.
Chester - Catherine McEntee , daughter of Lisa and David McEntee, resides in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Catie will graduate from Downingtown West High School where she is president of Venture Crew 23, set crew chief for the Stage West Drama Club, stage manager for the school musical, and a member of the Academic Competition Team. Catie plans to major in electrical engineering.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Greenville - Thomas H. Pulliam , son of Lucy and Joe Pulliam, lives in Greenville, South Carolina. Thomas will graduate from
Wade Hampton High School where he is lieutenant governor of Key Club and a member of the cross country team. He is a
National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist and an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction. Thomas plans to major in biomedical engineering.
Richland - Reilly Brown , son of Paul Brown and Karen Brown-Luetchford, resides in Columbia, South Carolina. Reilly will graduate from Spring Valley High School where he is president of the Improv Club, secretary of the Spring Valley Players Drama
Club, and a founding member of St. Vincent DePaul Youth Society. He is an Advanced Placement Scholar and a member of the
South Carolina All-State Choir. Reilly plans to major in electrical engineering.
VIRGINIA
Bedford - Katherine Anne Nagley , daughter of Scott and Julie Nagley, lives in Forest, Virginia. Katherine will graduate from
Jefferson Forest High School and the Central Virginia Governor's School where she is president of the National Honor Society and the Spanish Honor Society, and captain of the Scholastic Bowl Team. She is a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist and has volunteered over 300 hours at Virginia Baptist Hospital. Katherine plans to major in chemical engineering.
Fairfax - Deia Katrin Xhixho , daughter of Arben and Anila Xhixho, resides in Fairfax Station, Virginia. Deia will graduate from
South County Secondary School where she is the historian of the Student Government Association. She received the Leadership in
Excellence Award and volunteers with the Arlington Free Clinic and Potomac Sentara Hospital. Deia plans to major in biochemistry.
WISCONSIN
Milwaukee - Steven William Fons , son of Terry and Laura Fons, resides in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Steven will graduate from
Franklin High School where he is vice president of the National Honor Society and captain of the volleyball team. He volunteers as a Spanish and writing tutor, and works with children at volleyball and tennis camps. Steven plans to major in meteorology.