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Anush Mainali

Muscle Shoals,AL

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

STEM Scholar

MITES Semester
06.2025 - Current
  • Relevant Coursework: Astrophysics, Science Writing
  • Awards/Honors: Delta (Most Improved) Award for Science Writing
  • Selected for MIT’s highly competitive MITES Semester program, focusing on advanced coursework and projects in STEM fields
  • Engaged in college-level instruction, collaborative problem-solving, and research-based learning led by MIT faculty and mentors
  • Participated in weekly webinars on college readiness and STEM topics, connecting with mentors and peers to explore pathways in science and engineering

Student Researcher

ASMS Research Fellows Program
08.2024 - Current
  • Conducted an extensive literature review analyzing trends in artificial intelligence and its applications in cybersecurity
  • Collaborated with a fellow researcher to collect data, identify patterns, and evaluate AI’s impact on digital security
  • Designed and presented a research poster at the ASMS Spring Research Forum summarizing major insights and findings
  • Currently working on a new project to create a machine learning model that applies AI techniques to analyze astrophysical phenomena

Lab Proctor

ASMS
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided tutoring and academic support to peers in math, computer science, chemistry, and physics four times each week, fostering understanding and problem-solving skills across STEM subjects

Fast Food Worker

Subway
06.2022 - Current
  • Part-time employee during the summer & school breaks
  • Provided efficient, friendly service to customers while preparing and serving food
  • Maintained cleanliness, restocked supplies, and ensured smooth daily operations


Education

High School Diploma -

Alabama School of Math And Science (ASMS)
Mobile, AL
05-2026

Skills

  • Technical Skills (CAD, GitHub, DS9, LaTeX, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Programming (Python, Java, C#, C, JavaScript, HTML, CSS)
  • Research Skills (Academic Writing, Data Analysis)
  • Bilingual (English, Nepali)

Leadership

2024–present | Jo Bonner Leadership Academy | ASMS | Mobile, AL
Peer Advisor

  • Provided peer counseling through the PeerHelpers program, offering guidance and support to students in need
  • Supervised and supported residential students, ensuring a safe, respectful, and engaging dorm environment
  • Organized and led hall and campus-wide events in collaboration with Student Affairs and fellow advisors
  • Served as a mentor, promoting leadership, responsibility, and community involvement among peers


2024–present | Computing & Cybersecurity Club | ASMS | Mobile, AL
Co-President

  • Managed planning, budgeting, and outreach to expand participation and interest in computing and cybersecurity
  • Coordinated meetings, workshops, and competitions in partnership with club officers and the faculty sponsor
  • Led teams in competitions such as CyberPatriots and other state-level cybersecurity and computing challenges


2024–present | Chess Team | ASMS | Mobile, AL
Captain

  • Led the team in practices and tournaments while collaborating with the mentor to manage budgeting and event logistics
  • Fostered team improvement by guiding members in competitive strategy and match preparation


2024–present | Scholars Bowl | ASMS | Mobile, AL
Vice President

  • Assisted in coordinating practices, competition schedules, and question review sessions with the team sponsor
  • Supported the captain in developing strategies and promoting teamwork during academic competitions


2025–present | Chemistry Club | ASMS | Mobile, AL
Vice President

  • Collaborated with the president and sponsor to plan experiments, demonstrations, and educational activities
  • Promoted interest in chemistry through events, discussions, and community outreach initiatives


2025–present | Mu Alpha Theta | ASMS | Mobile, AL
Secretary

  • Assisted in organizing math-related events, competitions, and outreach activities to promote engagement in mathematics
  • Recorded meeting notes, maintained attendance records, and distributed updates to club members

Honors/Awards

Prestigious Programs

  • MITES Semester (6.1% admitted, ~250 out of 4100)
  • Caltech Up Close: Fly-In (~200 accepted)
  • QuestBridge Prep Scholar (24% accepted, ~3650 out of 15250)


Math Competitions

  • Math Kangaroo — 3rd Place Statewide, 12th Grade Division (2025)
  • Mobile Math Olympiad — 2nd Place (2025); Honorable Mention (2024)
  • Alabama Statewide Math Contest — 6th place, Geometry category (2022)


Science Competitions

  • Regional Science Olympiad — 1st Place, Fermi Questions category (2023)


CollegeBoard Awards

  • AP Scholar with Distinction
  • CollegeBoard Commended Scholar
  • CollegeBoard Student Recognition Program (School)


Schoolwide Awards

  • 7x President's List Member
  • Outstanding Student in Chemistry
  • Most Improved in Computer Science


Other

  • UA Capture the Flag Competition — 4th Place Statewide, Division 2 (2024)
  • Mobile - Baldwin County Chess League (MBCCL) — All-Star Team Award (2025)

Timeline

STEM Scholar

MITES Semester
06.2025 - Current

Student Researcher

ASMS Research Fellows Program
08.2024 - Current

Lab Proctor

ASMS
08.2024 - Current

Fast Food Worker

Subway
06.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Alabama School of Math And Science (ASMS)

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