Sumiran Margolis
Sleepy Hollow
Summary
Indstrious and creative, with a passion for innovation.
I am a second-year student at the University of St Andrews, ready to bring my curiosity and ambition to every endeavor. My background in scientific research and performing arts has led me to develop an integral combination of analytical and collaborative skills, and the stamina to complete long-term projects. Every challenge is an opportunity for growth, and I thrive in dynamic environments that inspire adaptability and critical thinking.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-manager of St Andrews Strings
University of St Andrews
St Andrews
09.2025 - Current
- In charge of choosing repertoire, leading rehearsals and organizing events within the St Andrews Music Society
StARIS Intern
University of St Andrews
St Andrews
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Contributed to the RUL WordPress website by adding posts and making an interactive map
- Started a campaign advocating for more sustainable university-wide catering practices
Summer Camp Counseling
Hogwarts Camp of Witchcraft & Wizardry, Future Stars Summer Camps, Music Conservatory of Westchester, River Friends Day Camp
Westchester County
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Organized operations and facilities with fellow counselors to ensure an exciting camp experience, gained communication and problem-solving skills by guiding campers and working with senior counselors.
- Assistant violin teacher at the Music Conservatory of Westchester
President & VP of Honor Societies
Sleepy Hollow High School
Sleepy Hollow
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Organized society events with leadership committees as president and VP of the Social Studies and Science Honor Societies respectively
- Arranged panel discussions and science demonstrations with guest speakers at school
Empirical Research - Choice Overload & Decision-Making
Sleepy Hollow High School
Sleepy Hollow
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Original survey-based study on the relation between choice overload and choice importance in high school students
- Collected and analyzed data to identify correlations between choice overload, number of options, and choice importance
- Presented findings at various symposia and competitions (see "Competitions and Awards" section)
- Mentored by Dr. Philip Gable of the University of Delaware
Architectural Intern
ALL Design
Sleepy Hollow
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Helped plan residential architecture projects in the Sleepy Hollow area by analysing renovation sites, meeting clients, and assisting in design creation
- Organized designs for permitting by the local architectural board
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geography
University of St Andrews
St Andrews, UK01.2028
High School Diploma -
Sleepy Hollow High School (SHHS)
Sleepy Hollow, NY, USA06-2024
Skills
- Data analysis
- Bash scripting
- Public speaking
- GIS
- Excel
- Visual art
- Violin
- Empirical research
Languages
- English, native
- Italian, conversational
- Bash
- MicroPython
- Java
- R
Extracurricular Activities
- Violinist of 10 years - school/university orchestras, GWYOA Youth Symphony, NYSSMA Area All-State 2023, ABRSM Grade 8
- Cast, crew, and pit orchestra for high school and university productions
- Tae Kwon Do (green belt) and parkour
- Volunteering with Transition St Andrews
Locations
- Sleepy Hollow, NY, USA
- St Andrews, Fife, UK
Competitions And Awards
- Regeneron Westchester Science & Engineering Fair, 2024, Honorable Mention Award
- Regeneron Science Talent Search, 2024
- Junior Science & Humanities Symposium, 2024
- National Merit Scholarship, 2023, Commended Student Award
- Tulane University Book Award, 2023
- AP Scholar with Distinction
- Somers Science Fair, 2022, 1st Place Behavioral Science
Timeline
Co-manager of St Andrews Strings
University of St Andrews
09.2025 - Current
StARIS Intern
University of St Andrews
09.2025 - 01.2026
President & VP of Honor Societies
Sleepy Hollow High School
09.2023 - 06.2024
Architectural Intern
ALL Design
11.2021 - 02.2022
Empirical Research - Choice Overload & Decision-Making
Sleepy Hollow High School
09.2021 - 05.2024
Summer Camp Counseling
Hogwarts Camp of Witchcraft & Wizardry, Future Stars Summer Camps, Music Conservatory of Westchester, River Friends Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Geography
University of St Andrews
High School Diploma -
Sleepy Hollow High School (SHHS)