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2025 Scholarship Recipients

Riya Kalapurakkal

D/o Biju Kalapurakkal and Anitha Thomas

I am currently pursuing a BBA at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. I plan on concentrating in finance with a hope of working in corporate finance after graduation. Outside of school, I love spending time with friends and family, going on runs, and baking.

Aaron Joseph

S/o Biju Joseph and Cini Joseph

I just graduated from Gene L. Klida Utica Academy for International Studies. I will be attending Michigan State University. My goal is to pursue Computer Science and become a software engineer. My hobbies include dancing, listening to music, and going out with friends.

2024 Scholarship Recipients

Rishi Narendra Kumar

Son of Narendra Kumar & Rekha Narendra Kumar

I am currently a student at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business studying Finance. My goal with my education, aided by this scholarship, is to combine my interests in investing and social impact. For fun, I love to watch soccer, try new foods, and hang out with friends!

Daniel Joseph

Son of Abraham Joseph & Beulah Joseph

I graduated from Northville High School. I am an incoming Freshman at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. My goal is to pursue pre-med and become a neuro-surgeon and serve the community. My hobbies include reading my Bible, playing music including Piano, Guitar and drums, singing and playing Basketball.

Yash Anil

Son of Mathew Anil & Preeti Anil

I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Computer Engineering at the University of Michigan — Ann Arbor, with an interest in both hardware and software. I aim to build expertise in software engineering or computer architecture. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, skiing, and playing soccer.

Nikhita Biju

Daughter of Dr. Biju Paulose & Deepa Cherian

I graduated from Novi High School and I am a freshman at Michigan State University. I am majoring in Neuroscience at Lyman Briggs on the Pre-PA track hoping to become a Physician Assistant. My hobbies include singing, dancing, and going out with my friends.

2023 Scholarship Recipients

George Elengikal

S/o Sajan George & Tessy Sajan — Novi High School

I'm currently pursuing a BS in Computer Science at the College of Engineering at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor. After graduating, I would like to pursue a career in software development, specifically related to artificial intelligence. I'm passionate about leadership and strive to be a good leader regardless of my role. In my free time, I like to listen to music, build puzzles, and meet new people.

Anand Brijesh

S/o Brijesh Gopalakrishnan & Jayasree Brijesh — Novi High School

I am currently attending Wayne State University as a pre-med student majoring in Biology. I want to join the medical field as a surgeon and hope to gain experience conducting lab-based research and volunteering in downtown Detroit. I enjoy playing chess, practicing my violin, exercising, and being at home with my family.

2022 Scholarship Recipients

Archana Chandran

D/o Chandran Padmanabhan & Nandini Ilayat — Livonia Churchill High School

I'm currently pursuing a BS in Computer Science at the University of Michigan. I would love to pursue a career in technology, specifically software development. I have a passion for leadership and advocating for women pursuing careers in the STEM field. In my free time, I like to listen to music, play tennis, and hang out with my friends.

Christian Thomas

S/o Shoma and Jose Thomas — Henry Ford II High School, Sterling Heights

I'm pursuing a BBA with a concentration in Finance at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. I want to pursue a career in Investment Banking or Private Equity. My interests consist of basketball, soccer, working out, stock trading, chess, sneakers, and music.

Kevin Mathews

S/o Jain and Jomy Mathews — Troy Athens High School

I am now attending Michigan State University Honors Engineering College for Mechanical Engineering. I am hoping to graduate with a degree in mechanical engineering and eventually receive my MBA. I grew up playing soccer and running track and have a passion for volunteering and being a leader to give back to the community.

2021 Scholarship Recipients

Avani Vinod

I'm currently a freshman in the DO medical program at Michigan State University majoring in human biology and minoring in entrepreneurship and innovation. I aim to pursue a career in medicine and help those around me through being in the healthcare profession. As someone who grew up attending DMA programs and participating in them, it was such an honor receiving a scholarship from the association. I am extremely grateful to DMA for giving me such a wonderful scholarship which will help me pursue my future goals and create a positive impact in my community.

Deric Dinu Daniel

I am a freshman studying Computer Science at the College of Engineering at University of Michigan. Currently, I am part of the perception/computer vision team on MRover, a project team that builds a Mars rover for a competition every year. In the future, I wish to pursue graduate school and work in technology, making positive changes in the community around me. This scholarship will help support me to achieve my goals, and I hope to pay it forward to our community down the line.