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+    pdftitle={Keshav Anand's Full Portfolio},
+                       pdfauthor={Keshav Anand},
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+\begin{header}
+	\textbf{\fontsize{24 pt}{24 pt}\selectfont Keshav Anand — Full Portfolio}
+
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+
+\end{header}
+
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+
+
+\section{7th Grade}
+
+\begin{twocolentry}{
+
+
+		\textit{August 2021 – May 2022}}
+	\textbf{Schimelpfenig Middle School, Plano}
+\end{twocolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.10 cm}
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item Algebra I Honors (MR): [99, 99]
+		\item Band: Solo Contest Distinguished in City as Flute Player
+		\item American Football B-Team (4th String) Quarterback and Safety (10+ hrs/week)
+		\item School Cross Country Team Member (10+ hrs/week)
+		\item Robotics — Joined school robotics club as programmer
+		\subitem Only programmer after COVID, build code from scratch
+		\subitem Won first place in local qualifier and semi qualifier  (no regional advancement)
+		\item MATHCOUNTS and AMC math competitions — no awards
+		\item Whiz Quiz (Trivia) Team Captain — 3rd Place in City
+		\item Science Fair Honorable Mention at District Level
+		\subitem Using Valakku Tiri (Cotton Wick) for Self Watered Plant (Capillary Action)
+		\item Speech and Debate Local Tournaments — 5th in Musical Pantomime (Acting), Public Forum Debate 5th
+
+	\end{highlights}
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.1 cm}
+
+\textbf{Extracurriculars and Hobbies:}
+
+
+\begin{highlights}
+	\item Carnatic Vocal Music — Performed in One Major Concert; Started Self-Taught Carnatic Keyboard
+	\item Cricket — 20 Hours a Week, Competed in Local and National Tournaments; U13
+	\item Chess classes with VAV Rajesh IM, no tournaments (ELO 1100)
+	\item Dropped Western Piano — learned for 7 years
+	\item Baseball starting pitcher for club team
+	\item Started self taught bass guitar on \$80 bass guitar — no shows or awards
+	\item Self taught Carnatic Keyboard — Using portamento and mono legato for gamakams
+	\item Competitive Math Classes
+	\item Started baking eggless cakes as a hobby with family — no sales or awards
+	\item Started passion for hiking in national and state parks
+	\subitem Caprock Canyons, Palo Duro Canyon, Big Bend National Park
+	\item Started arranging music
+	\subitem Created arrangements for Garage Arts Project (Vasupradha Raghav), mixing Carnatic and Western notes
+	\subitem Recreated popular Tamil songs as Kareoke / Cover tracks (Konjum Mainakkale, Thoda Thoda, Endhan Nenjil, etc.)
+
+\end{highlights}
+
+\section{8th Grade}
+
+\begin{twocolentry}{
+
+
+		\textit{August 2022 – May 2023}}
+	\textbf{Schimelpfenig Middle School, Plano}
+\end{twocolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.10 cm}
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item Geometry Honors (MR): [98, 100]
+		\item Band: Band Flute Lead, UIL All Region 14th Chair Flute, Solo Contest Distinguished in City, Played in Numerous Band Solos
+		\item American Football B-Team (3rd String) Quarterback and DB (15+ hrs/week)
+		\item School Cross Country Team Member (10+ hrs/week)
+		\item Robotics — 2nd Year FTC School Team
+		\subitem Coded basic driver controlled system, vision processing for autonomous
+		\subitem Won first place as alliance captain in local qualifier, ahead of all other area middle school teams
+		\item Competition Math — Represented school in MATHCOUNTS State, ranking in top 60 of Texas (2nd in Reigon)
+		\item Whiz Quiz (Trivia) Team Captain — First Place in City, District Recognition
+		\item Science Fair First at School Level (Did not participate further)
+		\subitem Using a non-Newtonian fluid (Oobleck) to create a shock absorbing material for knee pads
+		\subitem Tested with egg drop tests
+		\item Speech and Debate Local Tournaments (No Award)
+
+	\end{highlights}
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.1 cm}
+
+\textbf{Extracurriculars and Hobbies:}
+
+
+\begin{highlights}
+	\item Carnatic Vocal Music — Performed in One Major Concert
+	\item Carnatic Keyboard — Played for major Bharatanatyam dance performance
+	\item Cricket — 20 Hours a Week, Top Leg SPinner in Dallas — Represented City in Southwest U15 Zonals
+	\item Started chess tournaments, dropped coaching (ELO 1250 USCF)
+	\item Started producing true arrangement covers, getting input from Music Director Girishh Gopalakrishnan
+	\subitem Started solo unplucked arrangements, using MIDI for all tracks
+	\item Dropped Baseball to focus on Cricket
+	\item Continued bass guitar self taught (on and off)
+	\item Continued hiking during holidays
+	\item Got a perfect score (101/100) in Texas Music Teacher's Associated Music Theory Test
+	\item Started learning carnatic mridangam from Vid. Raju Balan
+	\subitem Learned basic sollukai patterns and konnakol
+
+\end{highlights}
+
+\vspace{0.1 cm}
+
+\textbf{Summer:}
+\begin{highlights}
+	\item Represented Dallas nationally in U15, U13 cricket tournaments
+	\subitem Won best bowler in U13 Independence Day tournament
+	\item Performed in Carnatic Vocal Concert, and small carnatic keyboard accompaniment gigs
+	\item CBE Algebra II — [96, 96]
+	\item CBE Health [87]
+	\item E School Lifetime Witness Semester I [96]
+	\item CBE Tamil via Avant for 4 Language Credits
+	\subitem 100 in Reading, 100 in Listening, 99 in Speaking, 85 in Writing
+	\item Continued baking eggless cakes as a hobby
+	\item Started binge watching many Tamil movies (old to new)
+	\item Continued producing music arrangements, learning live mixing in Garage Arts Project Dallas Exhibition
+
+\end{highlights}
+
+\section{9th Grade}
+
+\begin{twocolentry}{
+
+
+		\textit{August 2023 – May 2024}}
+	\textbf{IB World School @ Plano East Senior High School, Plano}
+\end{twocolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.10 cm}
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item PreCalculus Honors: [98, 98]
+		\subitem AP not offered at time
+		\item AP Human Geography: [99, 100]: AP 5
+		\item English I Honors: [99, 100] (blocked with AP HG)
+		\item Biology Honors: [99, 97]
+		\item AP Computer Science Principles: [100, 99]: AP 5
+		\item Debate I: [100, 99]
+		\item Introduction to Engineering Design: [97, 99]
+		\item Math Club Secretary — Competed in many competitions
+		\subitem AIME Qualifier from AMC 10
+		\item Joined CS Club — First introduction to Java and competitive programming
+		\item Debated in Extemporaneous Speaking, no further qualifications
+		\item Member of School's Quiz Bowl Team (never competed)
+		\item PSAT (8/9) Score 1440/1440 [720 Reading, 720 Math]
+		\item Member of Plano East's Science Fair Club (see below)
+		\item Participated in History Fair — Group Website on Arab Spring (no awards)
+		\item Debate judging for Middle Schoolers
+	\end{highlights}
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+\subsubsection{Simply Stir: Highlight Research Project}
+
+
+\begin{twocolentry}{
+		\textit{\href{https://isef.net/project/etsd012-self-stirring-pot-using-the-seebeck-effect}{Project Portfolio}}}
+	\textbf{Sole Researcher}
+\end{twocolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.10 cm}
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item Developed a thermoelectric energy-harvesting system using a TEG for autonomous stirring.
+		\item Designed a compact aluminum enclosure enabling efficient heat transfer and stable thermal gradients.
+		\item Implemented electrical conditioning and load-matching to maximize TEG power extraction.
+		\item Tested power delivery across various $R_{LOADS}$ using Vernier Probes
+		\item Performed thermal, electrical, and mechanical characterization across multiple cooking conditions.
+		\item Conducted viscosity-based stirring tests and identified mechanical design improvements for high-torque fluids.
+	\end{highlights}
+\end{onecolentry}
+\vspace{0.1cm}
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	Qualified to \textbf{The International Science and Engineering Fair}, 1st in Engineering @ Dallas
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+
+\textbf{Extracurriculars and Hobbies:}
+
+
+\begin{highlights}
+	\item Dropped Carnatic Vocal Music in favor of Mridangam
+	\item Continued tinkering with Carnatic Keyboard — no performances
+	\item Cricket during Fall, dropped during Spring
+	\item Continued Arranging Music through covers and original compositions
+	\item Continued bass guitar self taught
+	\item Joined High Octavez Band as a Keyboardist
+	\subitem Performed in 2 major concerts, one in Fall and one in Spring
+	\subitem Over 250 hours put in learning sound reproduction for live playing
+	\subitem Ticketed concerts with over 1000 attendees, profits go to charity
+	\subitem Won presidential award silver for community service through band
+	\item Started private FTC robotics team with friends — Technical Turbulence
+	\subitem Fully Custom Build (100\% CAD) and Java Codebase from Scratch
+	\subitem Reached State Finals as globally top team in Tele-operated period
+	\subitem Lead/Sole SW Developer, coded custom vision pipeline for object detection
+	\subitem Learned advanced path-planning and odometry algorithms through libraries
+	\subitem Implemented advanced driver control features to improve driver performance
+	\subitem Mentored former middle school team (Quantum Claw)
+	\subitem Learned further implementations of Java through a wrapper SDK
+	\item Learned LaTeX in creating professional documents
+
+\end{highlights}
+
+
+\vspace{0.1 cm}
+
+\textbf{Summer:}
+\begin{highlights}
+	\item Performed in Carnatic Vocal Concert, and small carnatic keyboard accompaniment gigs
+	\item E School Lifetime Fitness Sem 2 — [98]
+	\item E School Chemistry — [98, 97]
+	\item Started intensively playing card games (56) with family
+	\item Continued Keyboard and Bass Guitar Arrangements
+	\subitem Collaborated with High Octavez member (Jeev Thomas) for novel arrangements
+	\subitem Moved to include Hindi and Malayalam songs in covers (in addition to Tamil)
+	\subitem Started singing in covers — brought in vocal techniques learned from carnatic music
+	\subitem Started tinkering with Machine Learning, self taught basics of Python
+	\item Started moving away from library pathing in robotics, coding custom pathing algorithms
+	\subitem Learned about Bezier curves, cubic splines, and custom odometry implementations
+	\subitem Presented findings in FLYSET workshop (1000+ views), TI "Take Kids to Work Day" event
+	\item Fractured left wrist while playing gully cricket at school
+	\subitem Completely halted my cricketing career (completely stopped playing)
+
+\end{highlights}
+
+\section{10th Grade}
+
+\begin{twocolentry}{
+
+
+		\textit{August 2024 – May 2025}}
+	\textbf{IB World School @ Plano East Senior High School, Plano}
+\end{twocolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.10 cm}
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item AP BC Calculus: [98, 98]: AP 5 (on both sections)
+		\item AP World History: [98, 99]: AP 5
+		\item English II Honors: [98, 99] (blocked with AP WH)
+		\item AP Env. Sci.: [97, 97]: AP 5
+		\item AP European History: [99, 97]: AP 5
+		\item Debate II: [99, 98]
+		\item Engineering Science: [98, 98]
+		\item Self Taught and Took AP Precalculus Exam [5]
+		\item Self taught and Took AP Music Theory Exam [5]
+		\item Left Math Club and CS Club to focus on Robotics, Research, and Debate
+		\item Debated in Extemporaneous Speaking, DUO Interpretation (Acting)
+		\subitem Qualified to State in Extemp (Domestic), won Local Tournaments in DUO
+		\subitem Qualified to Nationals in DUO Interpretation (1st in District) with Anshveer Kang
+		\subsubitem Piece was ``Pom Pom Boys'' — about showing respect for all factions
+		\subitem Quarterfinalist at Nationals in Impromptu Speaking, Octofinalist in Extemporaneous Commentary
+		\item Joined NHS as member (36 hrs volunteer work completed)
+		\item PSAT (10) Score 1450/1520 [700 Reading, 750 Math]
+		\item 9/10 President of Plano East's Science Fair Club (see research below)
+		\subitem Shared tips on various aspects of research and presentation to 120+ members
+		\item Joined ACE (tutoring club) as tutor for Math and Science subjects
+		\subitem Challenging review materials for Calculus still used
+
+	\end{highlights}
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+
+\subsubsection{GaitGuardian: Highlight Research Project}
+
+
+
+\begin{twocolentry}{
+		\textit{\href{https://isef.net/project/robo011t-ml-imu-processing-and-visual-monitoring-for-pd}{Project Portfolio}}}
+	\textbf{Lead Researcher}
+\end{twocolentry}
+
+\vspace {0.10 cm}
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+
+
+	Met research partner, Viren Bankapur, by networking through ISEF 2024: Remotely collaborated on this project over
+	Summer 2024 and the school year. GaitGuardian was Viren's project at ISEF 2024, and I joined to help expand the system
+	with my embedded systems and ML expertise.
+
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.20 cm}
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item Built \textbf{GaitGuardian}, an end-to-end ML system aiding advanced Parkinson’s Disease patients.
+		\item Designed a \textbf{custom PCB} and embedded stack with a 6-DoF IMU and ESP32-S3 for real-time sensing.
+		\item Developed a \textbf{dual-attention CNN + biLSTM} model predicting Freezing-of-Gait up to 2s early.
+		\item Created real-time algorithms for \textbf{fall detection} and \textbf{tremor classification} using IMU signals.
+		\item Implemented a cloud-based \textbf{visual navigation module} with transformer object detection, depth estimation, and multimodal LLM scene descriptions.
+		\item Optimized sensor pipelines via \textbf{signal filtering, feature engineering, oversampling}, and model tuning.
+		\item Built two wearable devices (trunk and wrist) plus a BLE-connected \textbf{forehead camera} for vision tasks.
+		\item Demonstrated performance exceeding existing FoG, fall, and tremor detection systems.
+	\end{highlights}
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.1cm}
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	Won 3rd Place at \textbf{The International Science and Engineering Fair}, 2nd OVERALL in Dallas $\to$ over \$1500 won
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+
+
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+
+\textbf{Extracurriculars and Hobbies:}
+
+
+\begin{highlights}
+	\item Continued Learning Mridangam — No performances
+	\item Dropped cricket entirely after injury
+	\item Continued Arranging Music through covers and bass covers
+	\item Continued bass guitar self taught
+	\item Presented TEG research at TJAS (Texas Junior Academy of Science) State Symposium
+	\subitem Won 2nd Place in Engineering Category, receiving feedback from university professors
+	\item Left High Octavez Band (due to time commit)
+	\item Doubled down into FTC Robotics (see below)
+	\item Built an automatic presiding website for Congress and Debate Timing
+	\subitem Used by Plano East Debate Team for Tournaments, simplifying PO procedures
+	\subitem Coded as a full stack React app, also used for practice rounds
+	\item Started a school discord server (for Class of 2027) with 300+ members
+	\subitem Contained over 50\% of the class — used for studying and communications
+	\subitem Led team of 8 moderators to manage swearing and inappropriate behavior
+	\subitem Implemented rigorous verification system to avoid imposters from other schools
+	\subitem Was approved and advertised by teachers and administration as a study resource
+
+
+
+\end{highlights}
+
+
+\subsubsection{FTC Robotics}
+
+\begin{twocolentry}{
+		\textit{\href{https://technicalturbulence.org}{Website}, \href{https://github.com/KeshavAnandCode/2024_Main.git}{Code Repo}}}
+	\textbf{Lead Software Developer}
+\end{twocolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.10 cm}
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item Designed and implemented \textbf{custom inverse kinematics and path-planning algorithms} for precise autonomous navigation.
+		\item Integrated \textbf{computer vision pipelines} for object classification using TensorFlow Lite
+		\item Developed novel driver control enhancements to improve driver performance
+		\item Optimized accuracy and real-time performance through efficient sensor usage
+		\item Lead software \textbf{Top 30 Worldwide} for autonomous programming; reached North TX Area Finals.
+		\item Led software development, version control, and testing for a programming team of 4 members.
+	\end{highlights}
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+
+\vspace{0.1 cm}
+
+\textbf{Summer:}
+\begin{highlights}
+	\item Accelerated Mridangam Learning
+	\item Continued playing card games (56) and carrom with family
+	\item Continued Keyboard and Bass Guitar Arrangements (with new Stingray Bass Guitar)
+	\item Continued Research on GaitGuardian, looking at new approaches
+	\subitem Learned about advanced ML architectures for time series data
+	\subitem Learned more about electrical aspects to PCB building
+	\item Presented robotics in FLYSET workshop (1000+ views)
+	\item Solo hiked 14K Mountain in Denver, CO (Quandary Peak)
+	\item Obtained Driver's License
+	\item Started learning basic guitar maintenance and repair
+	\item Continued developing new frameworks for Robotics software
+
+
+\end{highlights}
+
+\section{11th Grade}
+
+\begin{twocolentry}{
+
+
+		\textit{August 2025 – Present}}
+	\textbf{Plano East Senior High School, Plano}
+
+	\textit{STEM and Multidisciplinary Endorsement}
+\end{twocolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.10 cm}
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item GPA: 4.73/4.0 (\href{https://resume.keshavanand.net/transcript}{View Unnoficial Transcript})
+		\item Class Rank: \textbf{1/1273}
+	\end{highlights}
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+
+
+
+
+\vspace{0.10 cm}
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item AP Chemistry: [99] (x2)
+		\item AP US HIstory [99]
+		\item AP English Language and Composition [99], grouped with APUSH
+		\item Digital Electronics: [97*]
+		\item AP Physics I [97]
+		\item Calculus III (via Collin College): 99 (A+)
+		\item Debated in Extemporaneous Speaking, DCongress
+		\subitem Almost qualified to state in Extemp, placed high in local tournaments
+		\subitem Finaled local tournaments in congress
+		\item NHS technology officer for largest chapter (over 1000 members)
+		\subitem Coding and maintaining portal for event and hours logging
+		\item PSAT (11) Score 1460/1520 [700 Reading, 760 Math]
+		\item 11/12 Pre`sident of Plano East's Science Fair club
+		\subitem Shared tips on various aspects of research and presentation to 120+ members
+		\subitem Continued GaitGuardian research: School Fair Grand Prize Winner
+		\item Continuing competition math through AMC and AIME
+		\item Started Plano East's first cricket club
+		\subitem Helped coach beginners, manage team as captain, and play against other schools
+
+	\end{highlights}
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+
+\textbf{Extracurriculars and Hobbies:}
+
+
+\begin{highlights}
+	\item Stopped Mridangam in place of more focus on bass guitar
+	\item Dropped cricket entirely after injury
+	\item Continued Arranging Music through covers and bass covers
+	\item Joining High Octavez again for Spring concert
+	\item Doubled down into FTC robotics
+	\subitem Applying Calculus and projectile concepts in coding a shooting mechanism
+	\subitem Team remains globally ranked for autonomous period
+	\item Started home server on brother's old chromebook
+	\subitem Hosting personal website, portfolio, and various projects
+	\subitem Learning about web hosting, DNS, and server management
+	\subitem Learned about Linux and terminal fundamentals
+	\item Hosted Music Server to house personal music library (my own music and music I listen to)
+	\item Hosting personal Git server (using Gitea)
+	\item Developed an shell that renders my portfolio as a terminal GUI (via SSH)
+	\item Started learning about penetration testing and ethical hacking (using Kali Linux)
+	\item Still maintaining school Discord server
+	\item Learned Rust, C++, Toml, Yaml, and other language through projects
+	\subitem Learned at a surface level, still exploring deeper concepts
+
+
+\end{highlights}
+
+\section{Notes}
+
+\begin{highlights}
+	\item Plano ISD grades subjects using GPA brackets, where 97-100 is an A+
+	\item Plano ISD only considers "Ranking" courses for GPA, and CBE and E-School are excluded
+	\item All honors courses have a 4.5 GPA, and all AP and Engineering courses have a 5.0 GPA weight
+	\item My class rank will likely drop to 2 or 3 due to AP Precalculus mistake (District error)
+	\item *Digital Electronics grade is still yet to be finalized
+
+
+
+\end{highlights}
+
+
+
+\end{document}

nginx.conf

@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ location / {
 
 # Transcript PDF
 location /transcript {
-    try_files /transcripts/FallTranscript2025.pdf =404;
+    try_files /transcripts/JanuaryTranscript2026.pdf =404;
 }
 
 # Brag sheet PDF
@@ -19,9 +19,27 @@ location /rsi-application {
     try_files /rsi-application/RSIApplicationFinal.pdf =404;
 }
 
+location /wright-application {
+    try_files /wright-application/main.pdf =404;
+}
+
+location /wright-application-full {
+    try_files /wright-application/WrightFinal.pdf =404;
+}
+
+
+
 location /rsi-application-beta {
     try_files /rsi-application/main.pdf =404;
 }
 
+location /everything {
+    try_files /full-portfolio/main.pdf =404;
+}
+
+location /full-portfolio {
+    try_files /full-portfolio/main.pdf =404;
+}
+
 # Catch-all 404 -> serve main resume
 error_page 404 = /resume/main.pdf;

resume/main.tex

@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@
 \usepackage[
     ignoreheadfoot, % set margins without considering header and footer
     top=2 cm, % seperation between body and page edge from the top
-    bottom=1 cm, % seperation between body and page edge from the bottom
+    bottom=0.8 cm, % seperation between body and page edge from the bottom
     left=2 cm, % seperation between body and page edge from the left
     right=2 cm, % seperation between body and page edge from the right
     footskip=0 cm, % seperation between body and footer
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         \LenToUnit{\paperwidth-2 cm-0.2 cm+0.05cm},
         \LenToUnit{\paperheight-1.0 cm}
     ){\vtop{{\null}\makebox[0pt][c]{
-        \small\color{gray}\textit{Updated November 2025}\hspace{\widthof{Updated November 2025}}
+        \small\color{gray}\textit{Updated January 2026}\hspace{\widthof{Updated January 2026}}
     }}}%
   }%
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@@ -160,7 +160,7 @@
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-        \mbox{{\color{black}\footnotesize\faMapMarker*}\hspace*{0.13cm}DFW Metroplex, Texas}%
+	\mbox{{\color{black}\footnotesize\faMapMarker*}\hspace*{0.13cm}Dallas Metroplex, Texas}%
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 \begin{onecolentry}
 	\begin{highlights}
-                \item GPA: 4.73/4.0 (\href{https://resume.keshavanand.net/transcript}{View Unnoficial Transcript})
+		\item GPA: 4.78571/4.0, Unweighted: 4.0/4.0 (\href{https://resume.keshavanand.net/transcript}{View Unnoficial Transcript})
-                \item Class Rank: \textbf{1/1273}
+		\item Class Rank: \textbf{2/1255}
 		\item \textbf{Current Coursework:} AP Chemistry, American Studies (AP US History + AP English Language), Digital Electronics, AP Physics I, Calculus III (via Collin College)
 		\item SAT: 1550/1600 — Reading 760/800, Maths 790/800
+		\item ACT: 36/36 — Maths 36, Reading 36, Science 36, English 35
 	\end{highlights}
 \end{onecolentry}
 
@@ -369,11 +370,16 @@
 \begin{twocolentry}{
 
 
+
 		\textit{\href{https://musicportfolio.keshavanand.net/}{Original Music Library}}}
-        \textbf{Indian Film Music:} Bass, Keys, and Arrangement, member of High Octavez 
+
+	\textbf{Indian Film Music:} Bass, Keys, and Composition: Part of High Octavez Band
+
+
 
 \end{twocolentry}
 
+
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@@ -384,13 +390,13 @@
 
 
 \begin{onecolentry}
-            \textbf{Programming Languages:} Java, Python, Bash, C++ (Arduino), Kotlin (FTC), Limited HTML, JS, CSS
+	\textbf{Programming Languages:} Java, Python, Bash, C++ (Arduino), Rust (Limited), Javascript
 \end{onecolentry}
 
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 \begin{onecolentry}
-            \textbf{Programming Applications:} Machine Learning, Signal Processing, Tensor Flow, Computer Vision
+	\textbf{Programming Applications:} Machine Learning, Signal Processing, Backend Server Development, Linux
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wright-application/essays/extracurriculars.tex

@@ -0,0 +1,29 @@
+\begin{enumerate}
+	\item \textbf{First Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics, Co-Captain, Software Lead} (9th–11th Grade): Co-captain for a community robotics team with fully custom robot design and software. Won multiple local awards for software and hardware innovation, becoming a regional and state finalist alliance team and ranked top-30 globally for the autonomous section. Mentored over 200 students across various platforms.
+
+	\item \textbf{Simply Stir Research Project} (9th Grade): Completed independent research on harvesting thermal energy to power a self-stirring pot. Won 1st place in Engineering Technology at regional science fair, within the top 9 overall projects (\$300). Also won US Metric Association Best SI Units and US Air Force Certificate of Recognition. Advanced as a finalist to the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).
+
+	\item \textbf{Gait Guardian Research Project} (10th Grade): Completed independent research on using machine learning and signal processing for Parkinson’s Disease patients. Won 1st place in Systems Software at regional science fair and 2nd Grand Prize Overall (\$400). Won TI Best Computing Project, and advanced as an ISEF finalist. Won 3rd in Robotics and Intelligent Machines at ISEF (\$1200).
+
+	\item \textbf{School Science Fair Club, Officer} (10th–11th Grade): Served as Underclassmen President and later as Vice-President of the school’s science fair club, organizing meetings, mentoring new members, and leading STEM outreach events in the local community. Conducted biweekly lunch meetings to guide students through project ideation, research methods, and presentation skills.
+
+	\item \textbf{Speech and Debate} (9th–11th Grade): National (NSDA) and State Quarterfinalist in Impromptu Speaking; National Octofinalist in Extemporaneous Commentary. Won local and regional tournaments in Duo Acting and Extemporaneous Speaking. Developed a custom timer utility and Congress presiding officer app used by state and national competitors.
+
+	\item \textbf{Keyboardist for Local Band} (9th–11th Grade): Performed as a self-taught keyboardist in a local band with ticketed shows and millions of views on YouTube. Donated performance revenue to charity, raising over \$200,000 to support medical expenses. Volunteered more than 100 hours and earned the President’s Volunteer Service Award (Silver).
+
+	\item \textbf{Original Music Arrangement and Composition} (9th–11th Grade): Composed and arranged original film music using self-taught skills in music production, keyboard, and bass guitar. Collaborated with local artists and a renowned Tamil film music composer.
+
+	\item \textbf{NSDA Certified Debate Judge} (9th–11th Grade): Judged local Middle School debate tournaments in a fair and unbiased manner. Judged events include Extemporaneous Speaking, Congressional Debate, Public Forum Debate, Duo Interpretation, Dramatic Interpretation, and Original Oratory.
+
+	\item \textbf{ACE Tutoring Officer} (10th–11th Grade): Tutoring officer for Calculus and Math in 10th grade, and Chemistry in 11th grade. Published study material and practice tests for studying students, and hosted live review sessions for live Q\&A. As officer, managed other guides to ensure that resources are top-quality.
+
+	\item \textbf{NHS Technology Officer} (11th Grade): Served as Technology Officer for the largest NHS chapter worldwide. Built a React-based full-stack web portal to streamline member management, event coordination, and service hour tracking using QR codes and a Firebase database.
+
+	\item \textbf{National Honor Society (NHS) Member} (10th–11th Grade):
+
+	\item \textbf{Math Club} (9th–11th Grade): Competed in local math competitions, including AMC 10/12 and AIME (1× qualifier).
+
+	\item \textbf{Founder of School’s Cricket Club} (11th Grade): Founded and organized the school’s first competitive cricket club, coordinating practices, matches, and logistics. Expanded participation to over 30 members and introduced 15 new players to the sport.
+
+	\item \textbf{Owner of Class Discord Server} (9th–11th Grade): Founded and managed a class Discord server for studying and resource sharing. Supported over 150 active members with structured subject channels, live study sessions, and teacher-supported moderation.
+\end{enumerate}

wright-application/essays/leadership.tex

@@ -0,0 +1,15 @@
+\begin{enumerate}
+	\item I am the founder and president of the Cricket Club at my current high school. I identified a gap in our school's athletic program and built the Cricket Club into a sustainable organization with over 25 active members. As the founder, I marketed the club through Instagram campaigns and personal networks to recruit members. I planned and implemented biweekly practices while serving as both a player and coach, helping new members overcome the sport’s steep learning curve. This required coordinating schedules and logistics for more than 25 members per practice. As a first-year organization, I also worked to bridge the skill gap between experienced players and beginners to ensure an inclusive and enjoyable experience for all members.
+
+	\item I serve as Co-Captain and Software Lead for my school's First Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics team. As the sole programmer on our initially rookie team, I developed the entire competition robot codebase from scratch. When funding became a challenge, I secured a \$750 sponsorship from Texas Instruments through multi-faceted outreach. As the team expanded, I recruited new members based on programming and engineering needs. Once the team grew to five programmers, I restructured our workflow by creating a GitHub organization with multiple repositories to support collaboration and version control. I delegated tasks and managed development timelines, and I led documentation of software iterations and technical innovations that contributed to winning the Innovate and Control awards.
+
+	\item I serve as Vice President (and former underclassmen president) of my school's Science Fair Club. I lead biweekly lunch meetings for over 90 active members, collaborating with fellow officers to design engaging activities and delivering 35--40 minute presentations on key aspects of science fair projects. I have developed instructional materials covering project brainstorming, methodology, data analysis, and trifold design. I also provide one-on-one mentorship via email and in-person consultations, helping students navigate project decisions based on my competition experience. Drawing from my own initial intimidation with the process, I design presentations to lower the barrier to entry and make science fair more accessible to new students.
+
+	\item From halfway through my 9th grade to the present, I have founded, owned, and maintained a Discord study server for my school's class of 2027. As the server owner, I oversee eight democratically elected moderators and have implemented systems to ensure all members have a voice in decision-making. Because online disputes can escalate quickly, I frequently act as a neutral arbitrator to mediate conflicts. I have invested over 300 hours into managing the server, which at its peak supported over 50\% of the student body and more than 100 active members.
+
+	\item I serve as the Chemistry Officer (and former Math Officer) for my school's tutoring club, ACE. My primary responsibility is supervising student volunteers who create Chemistry review materials by delegating units and topics and reviewing all resources for accuracy and clarity. I also organize and monitor live AP Chemistry tutoring sessions, both in person and via Zoom, serving 20--30 students per session. My most demanding responsibility is stepping in to complete unfinished materials or host sessions when volunteers are unavailable, requiring flexible availability to ensure uninterrupted academic support.
+
+	\item I serve as the Technology Officer for my school's National Honor Society chapter. In addition to managing technical responsibilities, I moderate service events involving over 200 student volunteers, overseeing participant behavior and ensuring effective execution of service activities. I also represent my chapter at leadership conferences such as LEAD, where I collaborate with officers from other NHS chapters to exchange and develop leadership strategies.
+
+	\item In my freshman year, I served as an officer for my school's Math Club. I presented approximately one-quarter of weekly meetings to over 15 students, designing and delivering engaging lessons on mathematical applications such as card tricks and calculator programming. I was also responsible for maintaining detailed attendance records to track eligibility requirements for the Mu Alpha Theta honor society.
+\end{enumerate}

wright-application/essays/stem-courses.tex

@@ -0,0 +1,19 @@
+\textbf{Science and Math Courses}
+
+\begin{enumerate}
+	\item Calculus III (Collin College): 99\% (11th Grade Semester 1)
+	\item AP Chemistry: 99\% (11th Grade Semester 1)
+	\item AP Calculus BC: 98\%, 98\% (10th Grade Semesters 1,2) — AP Exam 5/5
+	\item AP Physics 1: 97\% (11th Grade Semester 1)
+	\item AP Environmental Science: 97\%, 97\% (10th Grade Semesters 1,2) — AP Exam 5/5
+\end{enumerate}
+
+\textbf{Engineering Tech Prep Program Courses}
+
+\begin{enumerate}
+	\item AP Computer Science Principles: 100\%, 99\% (9th Grade Semesters 1,2) — AP Exam 5/5
+	\item PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design: 97\%, 99\% (9th Grade Semesters 1, 2)
+	\item PLTW Engineering Science 98\%, 98\% (10th Grade Semesters 1, 2)
+	\item PLTW Digital Electronics 97\% (11th Grade Semester 1)
+
+\end{enumerate}

wright-application/essays/stem.tex

@@ -0,0 +1,27 @@
+% FTC, TEG, GaitGuardian, AIME + Contributing Solutions to AOPS, ACE, Full Server Setup, Hacking?, Science Bowl?, Debate Congress APp, MIDI technology??, 
+
+In the last three years, STEM activities have been the focus of my high school experience, both through and outside of school.
+I have had a strong passion towards STEM activities since middle school, and I believe that these experiences have prepared me
+to fully utilize the research platforms and opportunities provided by AFRL.
+
+\begin{enumerate}
+	\item From 9th to 11th grade, I served as Co-Captain and Software Lead for my community's First Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics team. Starting freshman year with no programming experience, I taught myself Java through the FTC SDK and progressed to developing fully functional robot code that contributed to our team reaching the State Finals and winning the Area Innovate Award for a fully automated hang mechanism. Over the following two years, I significantly deepened my technical contributions. By applying calculus concepts from the classroom, I engineered a custom autonomous pathing system using trigonometry, inverse kinematics, and PID control for precise robot movement. I also developed a custom TensorFlow object detection model, achieving a 100\% match success rate across all competitions. These innovations helped our team win our league championship, captain an Area Finalist alliance, and rank in the global top 30 for autonomous performance.
+
+	\item In 9th grade, my independent Science Fair research project qualified as a finalist at the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). The project originated from a simple idea: using waste thermal energy from a cooking pot to power a mechanical stirring system. Through this process, I learned about thermoelectric generators (TEGs) and the Seebeck effect. Applying CAD and simulation concepts from my engineering coursework, I designed an aluminum enclosure integrating a TEG, heat sink, and motor to convert heat energy into mechanical motion. I also developed an electrical measurement system using voltage and current sensors to analyze performance relative to temperature differentials. My prototype won 1st place in Engineering Technology at my regional science fair, along with special awards from the U.S. Metric Association and the U.S. Air Force Certificate of Recognition. At ISEF, I presented my work to professors and domain experts from around the world and received valuable feedback to improve my design.
+
+	\item In 10th grade, my Science Fair research project earned 3rd place in Robotics and Intelligent Machines at the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Motivated by relatives affected by Parkinson’s Disease, I explored machine learning approaches to assist with gait and tremor analysis. Using publicly available datasets, I designed a novel signal processing algorithm capable of accurately classifying gait patterns with low inference latency. After training and testing multiple models, I expanded the project by creating a physical prototype. With guidance from my engineering teacher, I designed a custom PCB featuring an ESP32 microcontroller and an IMU sensor capable of performing real-time inference. Through independent study of academic literature and online tutorials, I taught myself Python and C++. Initially a multiple regional winner, the project won 1st place in Systems Software, the TI Best Computing Project Award, and 2nd Grand Prize, qualifying me for ISEF for a second year. At ISEF, it earned 3rd place in Robotics and Intelligent Machines, along with a \$1{,}200 award.
+
+	\item This year, I maintained a full-time home server by repurposing a decade-old laptop running Ubuntu Linux. Through hands-on experimentation, I self-learned bash scripting, networking, Linux administration, and service management. I deployed a Matrix messaging server for student communication, a Git server for code hosting, and an SSH service with a custom interactive shell displaying my portfolio. Despite more than one million automated attacks within two months, my hardened security measures prevented intrusion attempts, providing practical experience in networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management.
+
+	\item In 9th grade, I qualified for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) through the AMC 10 competition. Through self-study using online resources, I developed strong problem-solving skills focused on logical reasoning, speed, and optimization. I participated in and placed at multiple math competitions, including Purple Comet and Math League. I also contribute solutions on the Art of Problem Solving forum using \LaTeX{} to clearly communicate my reasoning. Additionally, I create Geometry and Calculus problems for use in my school’s ACE tutoring club.
+
+	\item During my 10th grade, I developed a real-time audio visualization program for live musical performances. I built a Python pipeline that converts MIDI input to audio using a piano VST, then processes the signal through the Librosa library to extract and visualize frequency content via Fast Fourier Transforms. By leveraging MIDI’s low-latency input, the system achieves near-instant visual response, enabling live performers to generate professional concert visuals without expensive hardware or post-production software.
+
+	\item During my 10th-grade year, I developed a web-based utility application for debate tournaments using React and TypeScript to address operational inefficiencies. I designed precise timing software with graphical notifications and audio alerts, as well as an automated presiding officer system using the WebSocket API to synchronize moderators and competitors in real time. The application has been adopted and positively reviewed by national finalists and members of my school’s debate team.
+
+	\item Over the past three years, I completed four online courses covering Java, Bash, and Python. Because I did not receive formal instruction in programming languages, these courses were instrumental in enabling me to independently complete and extend my technical projects.
+
+	\item From 9th to 11th grade, I consistently practiced competitive programming by solving LeetCode and USACO problems in Java. Through this problem-oriented approach, I strengthened my understanding of arrays, recursion, data structures, and time complexity optimization.
+
+	\item In the fall of my 11th grade, I completed ethical hacking challenges on Hack The Box (HTB). Using a Kali Linux virtual machine, I gained root access on vulnerable machines, learning core cybersecurity concepts including enumeration, establishing footholds, and privilege escalation.
+\end{enumerate}

wright-application/essays/work.tex

@@ -0,0 +1,13 @@
+\begin{enumerate}
+	\item I have been working for a local ticketed nonprofit band for three years as a keyboard player. As a musician, I am expected to fully practice my parts individually to a level of near-mastery. Each concert requires at least three to four section rehearsals, where I coordinate closely with other musicians in my section to ensure synchronization. Teamwork can be challenging, as each musician often has differing opinions on interpretation, but I have learned to contribute respectfully and avoid conflict by focusing discussions on the music itself. Full-band rehearsals are mandatory for every performance, and attendance is critical, as each musician contributes to the final cohesion of the piece. I have attended every rehearsal and performance without a single absence or reprimand. Although performances generate revenue through ticket sales, all proceeds are donated to local charities, and I take pride in knowing that my work supports those in need.
+
+	\item For three years, I have served as an NSDA-certified judge for middle school debate tournaments in my local area. My responsibilities include evaluating debaters on argumentation quality, speaking style, and providing constructive written feedback. Each tournament lasts an entire day, during which I often judge six or more rounds with minimal breaks. I am expected to remain focused and impartial throughout, as bias would undermine the integrity of the competition. Once I confirm availability, I am required to judge all assigned rounds, as tournaments depend on strict schedules. One of my greatest challenges has been setting aside personal political views when judging arguments I strongly agree or disagree with. I overcame this by prioritizing argument structure, evidence, and delivery over content. In addition to judging, I help write topics, review updated rules, and report behavioral incidents. Overall, I have judged over 50 rounds without a single absence, and I strive to be a fair and consistent adjudicator.
+
+	\item During my 11th grade, I volunteered as my school’s NHS Technology Officer. As my school has over 1{,}000 members in its NHS chapter, service hour logging must be handled digitally through a highly performant database. As Technology Officer, I am responsible for maintaining both the database and the full-stack portal UI used by members to log and track service hours. One of my duties is attending every service event hosted, as any technical failure could disrupt hour logging for hundreds of students. Additionally, handling sensitive student information, including emails and passwords, requires strict confidentiality. Given the number of students impacted by this system, I hold myself highly accountable and ensure consistent availability to debug and resolve technical issues.
+
+	\item In my 10th and 11th grades, I volunteered as a tutor to support struggling students at my high school. Through my school’s ACE tutoring program and my independently run study Discord server, I have supported students in Calculus, Chemistry, and History. Each session requires careful preparation to ensure concepts are explained intuitively. I have consistently received positive feedback and always prioritize student understanding and academic growth. Working with academically challenged students has required me to adapt my teaching methods, and I strive to guide students toward mastery of each subject.
+
+	\item For my FTC outreach, I volunteered as both a mentor and a field referee. As a mentor, my role is to keep students engaged and support their technical growth. Working primarily with middle school students, I guide them by providing curated resources such as documentation and instructional links so they can continue learning independently. As a field referee, my responsibility is to accurately track scored elements and penalties. Because fouls can be a source of controversy, I also mediate disputes between teams and handle referrals calmly and respectfully. I always strive to officiate fairly and uphold the integrity of the competition.
+
+	\item In my 9th grade, I founded a tutoring company to teach middle school students competitive mathematics. The service emphasized a problem-based approach rather than traditional topic-based instruction, focusing on critical thinking and problem-solving skills. As the sole operator, I was responsible for recruiting clients, scheduling sessions, and preparing lesson plans.
+\end{enumerate}

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+
+% Packages:
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+\usepackage{amsmath} % for math
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+    pdfauthor={Keshav Anand},
+    pdfcreator={LaTeX with RenderCV},
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+    % \usepackage[T1]{fontenc} % this breaks sb2nov
+    \usepackage[utf8]{inputenc}
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+
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+    \setlength{\topsep}{0pt}\par\kern\topsep\centering\linespread{1.5}
+}{
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+        \small\color{gray}\textit{Last updated in January 2026}\hspace{\widthof{Last updated in January 2026}}
+    }}}%
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+
+% new command for external links:
+\renewcommand{\href}[2]{\hrefWithoutArrow{#1}{\ifthenelse{\equal{#2}{}}{ }{#2 }\raisebox{.15ex}{\footnotesize \faExternalLink*}}}
+
+
+\begin{document}
+\newcommand{\AND}{\unskip
+	\cleaders\copy\ANDbox\hskip\wd\ANDbox
+	\ignorespaces
+}
+\newsavebox\ANDbox
+\sbox\ANDbox{}
+
+\placelastupdatedtext
+\begin{header}
+	\textbf{\fontsize{24 pt}{24 pt}\selectfont Keshav Anand — Wright Application}
+
+	%     \vspace{0.3 cm}
+
+	%     \normalsize
+	%     \mbox{{\color{black}\footnotesize\faMapMarker*}\hspace*{0.13cm}Your Location}%
+	%     \kern 0.25 cm%
+	%     \AND%
+	%     \kern 0.25 cm%
+	%     \mbox{\hrefWithoutArrow{mailto:youremail@yourdomain.com}{\color{black}{\footnotesize\faEnvelope[regular]}\hspace*{0.13cm}youremail@yourdomain.com}}%
+	%     \kern 0.25 cm%
+	%     \AND%
+	%     \kern 0.25 cm%
+	%     \mbox{\hrefWithoutArrow{tel:+90-541-999-99-99}{\color{black}{\footnotesize\faPhone*}\hspace*{0.13cm}0541 999 99 99}}%
+	%     \kern 0.25 cm%
+	%     \AND%
+	%     \kern 0.25 cm%
+	%     \mbox{\hrefWithoutArrow{https://yourwebsite.com/}{\color{black}{\footnotesize\faLink}\hspace*{0.13cm}yourwebsite.com}}%
+	%     \kern 0.25 cm%
+	%     \AND%
+	%     \kern 0.25 cm%
+	%     \mbox{\hrefWithoutArrow{https://linkedin.com/in/yourusername}{\color{black}{\footnotesize\faLinkedinIn}\hspace*{0.13cm}yourusername}}%
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+	%     \kern 0.25 cm%
+	%     \mbox{\hrefWithoutArrow{https://github.com/yourusername}{\color{black}{\footnotesize\faGithub}\hspace*{0.13cm}yourusername}}%
+
+\end{header}
+
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+
+
+\section{1. Applicant Information}
+
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+
+Required Information:
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item First Name: Keshav
+		\item Middle Name: Gopalan
+		\item Last Name: Anand
+		\item Scholar Email Address: keshavanandofficial@gmail.com
+		\item Street Address: 3809 Sagewood Court
+		\item City: Plano
+		\item State: TX
+		\item Zip Code: 75025
+		\item Scholar Phone Number: (972) 520-4390
+		\item Date of Birth: 07/03/2009 (MM/DD/YYYY)
+		\item City, State, Country of Birth: Plano, Texas, USA
+		\item US Citizen?: Yes
+
+	\end{highlights}
+
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+% //TODO: Ask Sunny Uncle About Inclusion
+
+Optional Information:
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item How did you learn about this program?: School or college counselor
+		\item Gender: Male
+		\item Race: Asian
+		\item Disability: N
+		\item Languages: Hindi, Other (Tamil)
+		\item First Gen College: No
+
+	\end{highlights}
+
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+Required School Information:
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item HS Name: Plano East Senior High School
+		\item HS City: Plano
+		\item HS State: Texas
+		\item HS Phone: %//TODO: FILL OUT
+		\item College Name(s) if accepted: MIT, CalTech
+		\item Planned Program of Study: Computer Science
+
+	\end{highlights}
+
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+\section{2. Applicant Certification and Commitment}
+
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+
+Nothing to do here
+
+\section{3. Essay Section}
+
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+	\begin{highlights}
+		\item Current Grade: HS Junior
+		\item HS GPA (Cumulative Unweighted): 4.0/4.0
+		% //TODO: FILL OUT GPA
+		\item HS GPA (Weighted [Unspecified Cum or Not]): 4.73
+		\item Planned Program of Study/Career Path: Computer Science
+
+	\end{highlights}
+
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+
+\hrule
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+\textbf{Prompt 1:} List the five most advanced science and math courses you have taken or are taking in high school
+and the grade received if completed (AP , Honors, College-level and label as such).
+Include any engineering tech prep program classes that you are enrolled in at your school.
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+
+
+	\vspace{0.2 cm}
+	\input{essays/stem-courses.tex}
+
+
+
+\end{onecolentry}
+\hrule
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+\textbf{Prompt 2:} List participation in extra-curricular high school activities such as athletics, band, choir, orchestra,
+National Honor Society, school
+newspaper/yearbook, school officer, or any home school extracurriculars.
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+
+
+	\vspace{0.2 cm}
+	\input{essays/extracurriculars.tex}
+
+
+
+\end{onecolentry}
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+\hrule
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+\textbf{Prompt 3:} Provide 3 or more detailed examples of demonstrated leadership (team captain/class officer/scouts/running
+a lawn service/leading fund
+raiser/tutoring/community service/volunteer work). Explain your duties.
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+
+
+	\vspace{0.2 cm}
+	\input{essays/leadership.tex}
+
+
+
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+\hrule
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+\textbf{Prompt 4:} Provide detailed examples from high school that showcase your interest or participation in STEM platforms, such as FIRST Lego League, robotics
+competitions, science fairs, Science Olympiad, Math Olympiad, science/math clubs, 4-H competitions, etc. If your school does not offer these,
+provide detailed information on other hobbies/activities that demonstrate your interest in STEM, such as working with mechanical or electrical
+devices, building computers as a hobby, programming/coding skills, volunteering at a medical center, tutoring science/math, etc. Provide specific
+information that demonstrates your skills and capabilities in your area/s of interest.
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+
+
+	\vspace{0.2 cm}
+	\input{essays/stem.tex}
+
+
+
+\end{onecolentry}
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+\hrule
+\vspace{0.2 cm}
+\textbf{Prompt 5: }Describe any paid or volunteer work experience and include your responsibilities. Provide examples of strong work ethic (such as no unexcused
+absences or reprimands, completes assigned tasks, works well with others, etc). If no formal work experience, provide detailed description of the
+effort involved in a major school project (include grade awarded, teamwork involved, how you overcame challenges).
+
+\begin{onecolentry}
+
+
+	\vspace{0.2 cm}
+	\input{essays/work.tex}
+
+
+
+\end{onecolentry}
+
+
+\includepdf[pages=-]{stem-essay/main.pdf}
+
+
+\end{document}

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+\documentclass[12pt, letterpaper]{article}
+
+% Packages:
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+    right=0.75in,
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+\usepackage{times} % Times New Roman font
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+\usepackage{setspace} % for single spacing
+\usepackage{titlesec} % for customizing section titles
+\usepackage[dvipsnames]{xcolor}
+\definecolor{primaryColor}{RGB}{0, 79, 144}
+\usepackage[
+    pdftitle={Wright Scholar Essay},
+    pdfauthor={Keshav Anand},
+    pdfcreator={LaTeX},
+    colorlinks=false,
+    hidelinks
+]{hyperref}
+\usepackage{iftex}
+\usepackage{microtype} % Better text rendering
+
+% Ensure PDF is machine readable:
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+    \input{glyphtounicode}
+    \pdfgentounicode=1
+\fi
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+% Settings:
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+\setlength{\parindent}{0.5in} % standard paragraph indentation
+\setlength{\parskip}{6pt} % no space between paragraphs
+\singlespacing % single spacing
+\frenchspacing % Better spacing after periods
+
+% Custom title format for essay topic
+\titleformat{\section}
+    {\normalfont\fontsize{12}{14.4}\selectfont\bfseries}
+    {}
+    {0pt}
+    {}
+\titlespacing{\section}{0pt}{0pt}{6pt}
+
+\begin{document}
+
+\begin{center}
+	\textbf{\large Wright Scholar Essay (Topics 1 and 3)}
+\end{center}
+
+
+
+\vspace{12pt}
+28 Squiggly red underlines. Nearly every line of my code had errors. Null
+pointers, incompatible types, undefined variables, Gradle sync errors: I had
+encountered them all. It was February 2024, my freshman year, and we had ten
+minutes to take the field for our First Tech Challenge (FTC) League Finals.
+My heart pounded as keys clattered beneath my flying fingers. My code was
+broken, and for the finals, it had to work. The merciless clock ticked away,
+and with seconds to go, I finally compiled the code. There was no time to
+test, hardly any to breathe. We took the field, and my finger hovered over
+the play button. Time paused. The buzzer sounded, and I pressed play. Success.
+In two minutes and thirty seconds, we won.
+
+Seven months earlier, I didn't know what a variable was. I was fully into
+music, and programming was yet to cross my radar. When my friend started a
+robotics team, I joined on a whim. It was that abrupt decision that started
+my journey into robotics. Progress was painstakingly slow; it took me two
+full months to make a motor turn. But gradually, I became hooked. Like a
+sponge, I absorbed everything: tutorials, documentation, and even Stack
+Overflow threads. Eventually, I taught myself enough Java to become a
+functional FTC programmer.
+
+As the season progressed, we became a competitive team, and my knowledge was
+expanding in parallel. On that competition day, something just clicked. It
+wasn't the win that truly made me happy. It was the realization that my own
+code produced tangible outputs. At that very moment, I knew that I wanted to
+continue working in a STEM field, and I was ready to keep coding on.
+
+But that readiness was tested in September 2024. Somewhat naively, I decided
+to build a machine learning model to predict gait patterns in Parkinson's
+Disease for my sophomore-year Science Fair project. The only problem is that
+I had no clue how. So I dove in: Python syntax, NumPy arrays, signal filtering,
+feature extraction, and model architectures. I had entered unfamiliar territory,
+and each concept I learned brought new confusion. After two months of relentless
+reading, coding, and debugging, I managed to transform raw sensor data into a
+working classification model. Somewhere between the first error message and
+the final 96\% accuracy, I had begun to absorb a new discipline.
+
+I could have stopped there, but I realized that a working model on my laptop
+wasn't going to help any Parkinson's patients, and I needed to embed my model
+into a complete hardware device. This task was beyond daunting, as I had to
+venture into the foreign territory of hardware and electrical engineering.
+With my engineering teacher guiding me, I eventually learned the basics. After
+countless 2 AM KiCAD tutorial sessions, I finally had a working design for a
+custom printed circuit board (PCB) housing a sensor and microcontroller. Two
+weeks later, my PCB arrived, and after soldering all my components, it didn't
+work. My heart sank. In desperation, I resoldered each joint carefully and
+tried again. Somehow, it worked. After writing some C++ software for the
+device, I had something that actually worked. The project eventually made it
+to the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), placing 3rd in
+Robotics and Intelligent Machines. What struck me most wasn't the placement,
+but the fact that six months earlier, I wouldn't have understood any of it.
+
+Throughout high school, I've taught myself many disciplines, from FTC
+programming in Java to designing circuits. The Wright Scholar program provides
+an opportunity to apply my skills to current and critical research. I'm
+intrigued by AFRL's Sensors Directorate, where I hope to deepen my understanding
+of signal processing while contributing to sensor exploitation technologies.
+I'm equally drawn to Human Performance Wing's work with multimodal sensing to
+monitor and enhance human performance. Moreso, the chance to work alongside
+domain experts who can accelerate my growth as an engineer and developer is
+invaluable to me. Whether working with sensor fusion or biomedical sensing,
+as a sponge eager to learn, AFRL is exactly where I need to be.
+
+\end{document}