Aytug Demir

Selected for the FEST Program, an intensive summer initiative for high-achieving, incoming engineering students.

• Engaged in hands-on projects and faculty-led seminars across engineering disciplines, and computer science.
• Participated in workshops emphasizing academic success, engineering research, and leadership development.
• Built foundational skills in AutoCAD, Python, and laser cutting with xTool lasers.
• Collaborated with peers and faculty to enhance technical and professional skills.
• Strengthened academic readiness while cultivating a supportive network before academic year commencement.

• Launched and led student organization focused on empowering first-generation and underrepresented students.
• Designed and implemented peer mentorship program to support academic and postsecondary goal setting.
• Conducted workshops on college applications, scholarship essays, financial aid, and time management.
• Mentored students through QuestBridge National College Match application process, leveraging personal success experience.
  Assisted members in gaining admission to top universities such as Georgetown, Vanderbilt, and Johns Hopkins.
• Guided members towards dual enrollment at local community college to enhance college readiness.
• Organized field trips to Washington, D.C., enriching members' cultural identity.
• Achieved over 80% of members receiving significant scholarships, including national awards and full-ride offers.

• Participated in the Leadership is a Lifestyle program, emphasizing values-based leadership and character education.
• Examined Dr. Hilovsky’s 13 Rules for Life and the Character Pillars framework to apply servant leadership principles.
• Actively participated in discussions regarding ethical decision-making and personal accountability.
• Strengthened communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills through peer collaboration.