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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
5 Indians on Global Student Prize 2025 top 50 shortlist
Five students from India are among the 50 finalists shortlisted for a prestigious USD 100,000 award for making a real impact on learning and society at large. 5 Indians on Global Student Prize 2025 top 50 shortlist The Global Student Prize 2025 is open to all students who are at least 16 years old and enrolled in an academic institution or training and skills programme. Part-time students and those enrolled in online courses are also eligible. The Indian students shortlisted are Adarsh Kumar and Mannat Samra, students at Jayshree Periwal International School in Jaipur, Dhiraj Gatmane from Secondary and Higher Secondary Kasampura in Maharashtra, Jahaan Arora from The International School Bangalore and Shivansh Gupta at Heritage International Xperiential School in the Delhi NCR region. They were selected from nearly 11,000 nominations and applications from 148 countries. The top 10 finalists of the 2025 prize are expected to be announced next month and the winner later in the year, chosen from that list by a Global Student Prize Academy made up of prominent individuals. 'At Chegg, we're proud to support and celebrate the changemakers who aren't just imagining a better world – they're building it,' said Nathan Schultz, President and CEO of Chegg, Inc. 'From environmental and social justice to education, health, and youth empowerment, this year's Global Student Prize finalists are tackling the world's most pressing challenges with courage and innovation,' he said. Kumar, who discovered coding at an early age, launched Mission Badlao which helped 1,300 families access welfare schemes and his Skillzo platform delivers exposure, mentorship, and programmes in entrepreneurial skills. He has been recognised for his efforts to transform lives through education, entrepreneurship, and impactful policy. Samra, a 17-year-old changemaker from the same Jaipur school, has been shortlisted for leading powerful reforms in criminal justice, refugee education, and environmental innovation. She also co-developed SecureSense, an AI surveillance tool to protect border communities. Raised in the tribal regions of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Gatmane founded Second Sunrise to help train seniors in digital literacy, build eco-homes and conduct health screenings. If he wins the Global Student Prize, he plans to expand his Tech Pods globally, launch intergenerational augmented reality (AR) heritage trails, and train 50,000 more volunteers. Arora has been shortlisted for his inspiring fundraising drives for HIV positive individuals and ground-breaking youth time-banking platform $ocialCred$ to empower children to clock in hours of community service. Gupta has been picked for his work in the field of gender equality, inclusion and innovation. 'Their story is a powerful reminder that education is a catalyst for solving global challenges. At a time when the world is changing rapidly, investing in education has never been more vital. It's how we prepare the next generation to lead with purpose, think boldly, and shape a better future,' said Sunny Varkey, Founder of the Varkey Foundation. Applications and nominations for this year's Global Student Prize closed on Sunday, with students being assessed on their academic achievement, impact on their peers and how they make a difference in their communities and beyond.
News18
2 days ago
- Business
- News18
5 Indians on Global Student Prize 2025 top 50 shortlist
Agency: London, Jul 28 (PTI) Five students from India are among the 50 finalists shortlisted for a prestigious USD 100,000 award for making a real impact on learning and society at large. The Global Student Prize 2025 is open to all students who are at least 16 years old and enrolled in an academic institution or training and skills programme. Part-time students and those enrolled in online courses are also eligible. The Indian students shortlisted are Adarsh Kumar and Mannat Samra, students at Jayshree Periwal International School in Jaipur, Dhiraj Gatmane from Secondary and Higher Secondary Kasampura in Maharashtra, Jahaan Arora from The International School Bangalore and Shivansh Gupta at Heritage International Xperiential School in the Delhi NCR region. They were selected from nearly 11,000 nominations and applications from 148 countries. The top 10 finalists of the 2025 prize are expected to be announced next month and the winner later in the year, chosen from that list by a Global Student Prize Academy made up of prominent individuals. 'At Chegg, we're proud to support and celebrate the changemakers who aren't just imagining a better world – they're building it," said Nathan Schultz, President and CEO of Chegg, Inc. 'From environmental and social justice to education, health, and youth empowerment, this year's Global Student Prize finalists are tackling the world's most pressing challenges with courage and innovation," he said. Kumar, who discovered coding at an early age, launched Mission Badlao which helped 1,300 families access welfare schemes and his Skillzo platform delivers exposure, mentorship, and programmes in entrepreneurial skills. He has been recognised for his efforts to transform lives through education, entrepreneurship, and impactful policy. Samra, a 17-year-old changemaker from the same Jaipur school, has been shortlisted for leading powerful reforms in criminal justice, refugee education, and environmental innovation. She also co-developed SecureSense, an AI surveillance tool to protect border communities. Raised in the tribal regions of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Gatmane founded Second Sunrise to help train seniors in digital literacy, build eco-homes and conduct health screenings. If he wins the Global Student Prize, he plans to expand his Tech Pods globally, launch intergenerational augmented reality (AR) heritage trails, and train 50,000 more volunteers. Arora has been shortlisted for his inspiring fundraising drives for HIV positive individuals and ground-breaking youth time-banking platform $ocialCred$ to empower children to clock in hours of community service. Gupta has been picked for his work in the field of gender equality, inclusion and innovation. 'Their story is a powerful reminder that education is a catalyst for solving global challenges. At a time when the world is changing rapidly, investing in education has never been more vital. It's how we prepare the next generation to lead with purpose, think boldly, and shape a better future," said Sunny Varkey, Founder of the Varkey Foundation. Applications and nominations for this year's Global Student Prize closed on Sunday, with students being assessed on their academic achievement, impact on their peers and how they make a difference in their communities and beyond. PTI AK GRS NSA GRS GRS view comments First Published: July 28, 2025, 14:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Star
22-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Keningau vocational student among finalists for global award
Sabah, Keningau, Keningau Vocational College, Student, Siti Nur Hanisah Omar Hashim, Finalist, Global Student Prize, Finalist, Social Enterprise, Mearpet, Upcycling, Puppets, Storytelling, Sustainability, Inclusive Education Siti Nur Hanisah Omar Hashim is the only Malaysian running for the Global Student Prize 2025 title. KOTA KINABALU: A young woman from Keningau has been named one of the 50 finalists for the prestigious Global Student Prize 2025, the only Malaysian selected from over 11,000 nominations worldwide. Siti Nur Hanisah Omar Hashim, 20, a final-year Early Childhood Education student at Keningau Vocational College (KVC), is reputed to be a trailblazer in vocational education, sustainability and inclusive learning. Among her initiatives is social enterprise Mearpet, which transforms used clothes and stuffed toys into puppets for early childhood storytelling. The project promotes sustainability while preserving local culture through performances of Sabah's indigenous folk tales. It also engages students with disabilities, providing inclusive opportunities in design and performance. 'I have always been passionate about upcycling since my lower secondary years. Living near Kota Kinabalu, I often saw plastic waste polluting the waterways. That inspired me to act,' she said when met recently. Upon joining KVC, she launched Mearpet, which quickly gained traction. The college became a collection hub for pre-loved clothing and toys, with some donations arriving from as far as Peninsular Malaysia, receiving over 200 tonnes of materials. With her peers, Siti Nur Hanisah transformed Mearpet into a thriving enterprise that creates educational tools and novelty items from recycled materials. She also founded The Path Forward, a programme offering free Malaysian University English Test (MUET) preparation classes to vocational students, a group often excluded from this academic requirement for higher education. The programme has now become a permanent part of the college's offerings. Beyond the classroom, Siti Nur Hanisah leads Virtual, Remote, Live (VRL), a digital learning platform that has connected over 2,500 Malaysian students and teachers with international educators through online masterclasses and exchange sessions. KVC director Lumang Lang said Siti Nur Hanisah's success highlights the calibre of students that vocational institutions can produce. 'Hanisah is living proof that vocational colleges under the Education Ministry can produce ambitious, capable and socially driven individuals who make a genuine difference,' he said. Siti Nur Hanisah hopes to win the prize and launch a state-wide social entrepreneurship competition for Sabahan youth, expanding Mearpet by developing commercial puppet kits and locally inspired educational materials. Sponsored by the UK-based Varkey Foundation and the Global Student Prize recognises outstanding students who are making a significant impact in their communities. The winner will receive US$100,000 (about RM420,000), and the finalists were announced on Thursday (July 17). The top 10 finalists are expected to be announced next month, and the champion will be known by September.
Khaleej Times
18-07-2025
- Health
- Khaleej Times
Three UAE pupils shortlisted for $100,000 Global Student Prize
Three students from Dubai have earned global recognition, securing a spot on the prestigious top 50 shortlist for the Global Student Prize 2025, a $100,000 (Dh 367,000) award that celebrates exceptional student impact across education, community, and society. Arjun Kaur Mittal of North London Collegiate School Dubai, Dalia Zidan of Al Mawakeb School Al Garhoud, and Wiktoria Blazik of Jumeirah College have been chosen from nearly 11,000 nominations and applications spanning 148 countries. The prize, launched in partnership between and the Varkey Foundation, is the student equivalent of the renowned Global Teacher Prize. Now in its fifth year, the award aims to shine a spotlight on young changemakers who are driving transformation in and beyond the classroom. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. This year's shortlisted UAE students are making waves — from advancing menstrual equity and mental health to breaking barriers in STEM and public speaking. Each finalist brings a powerful story of innovation, leadership, and social impact. Championing menstrual equity through innovation Arjun Kaur Mittal is a 17-year-old Tanzanian student and founder of Her Needs, a non-profit that has distributed more than 22,000 reusable sanitary pads to girls in 43 schools and trained more than 50 mother-entrepreneurs in Arusha. Her mission: ensure that menstrual health is seen as a right, not a privilege. Motivated by years of personal experience navigating inaccessible healthcare, Arjun transformed hardship into innovation. She designed reusable period underwear made from traditional kangas and recycled textile waste, now being produced through a school-based enterprise. She raised $85,000, partnered with NGOs, and was invited to speak in Tanzanian Parliament, where she advocated for tax-free menstrual products. She is also a national-level triathlete, literacy activist, and student researcher. Her work has impacted more than 22,000 students, connected Tanzanian and UAE schools, and launched multilingual health, hygiene, and sports programmes in collaboration with global partners. If awarded the Global Student Prize, Arjun plans to scale Her Needs nationally, fund mobile clinics, and sponsor scholarships for rural girls. Breaking barriers in STEM and mental health Dalia Zidan is a Palestinian first-generation student and aspiring electrical engineer breaking barriers in STEM. She developed an AI-powered web app supporting the mental health of first-gen students, winning Empower Hacks out of more than 300 participants. She is also Executive Director of the International Youth Science Journal, impacting over 72,000 global readers with accessible science content and leading operations across more than 12 countries. As founder of AMTech, her school's first tech club, Dalia created custom AP/SAT resources, coding guides, and a platform to support underserved students. The club has earned over $9,000 (Dh 33,000) in STEM competition prizes and partnered with the UAE government to host Dubai AI Week, engaging kids and teachers in tech education. Her children's book, Catching Infinity, introduces Maths to young readers and was recognised by RISE and Run The Future as a global innovation finalist. Academically, she is on track to be valedictorian, having completed the most advanced Maths track in school history. If awarded the Global Student Prize, Dalia will fund tech kits for students, run international STEM contests, and continue making STEM inclusive for all. Championing equal access to education worldwide Wiktoria Blazik is a globally recognised youth leader, researcher, and advocate for accessible education and debate. A Rise Global Winner and captain of the UAE National Debate Team, she has represented her country in global championships, winning top prizes in competitions like Paris WSDC and the World Scholar's Cup. Passionate about empowering others, Wiktoria founded a Girls' Public Speaking Club and developed an app, website, and lesson plans to help young people overcome anxiety and build confidence — resources now used by students in 50+ countries. Her blog on study strategies and mental health has attracted over 12,000 visitors, while her Instagram platform reaches more than 130,000 users monthly. Wiktoria also conducts academic research, having earned top scholarships from Pioneer Academics and Stanford's SHTEM programme, where she explored climate economics and EEGs in healthcare. Named a Platinum Jubilee Scholar and incoming Oxford PPE student, she plans to use the Global Student Prize to expand free debate education in underserved public schools. Her goal is to democratise access to critical thinking and public speaking — skills that empower civic leadership and upward mobility. Nathan Schultz, President and CEO of Chegg, Inc., said, 'I want to extend a huge congratulations to Arjun, Dalia, and Wiktoria. At Chegg, we're proud to support and celebrate the changemakers who aren't just imagining a better world – they're building it. From environmental and social justice to education, health, and youth empowerment, this year's Global Student Prize finalists are tackling the world's most pressing challenges with courage and innovation.' Sunny Varkey, Founder of the Varkey Foundation, said, ' Congratulations, Arjun, Dalia, and Wiktoria. Your stories are a powerful reminder that education is a catalyst for solving global challenges. At a time when the world is changing rapidly, investing in education has never been more vital. It's how we prepare the next generation to lead with purpose, think boldly, and shape a better future.' The award Applications and nominations for this year's Global Student Prize opened on Wednesday, February 19, and closed on Sunday, April 27. Students are being assessed on their academic achievement, impact on their peers, how they make a difference in their communities and beyond, overcome odds to achieve, demonstrate creativity and innovation, and operate as global citizens. The prize is open to all students who are at least 16 years old and enrolled in an academic institution or skills programme. Part-time students as well as students enrolled in online courses are also eligible for the prize. The top 10 finalists of the Global Student Prize are expected to be announced in August this year. The winner, expected to be announced later in the year, will be chosen from the top 10 finalists by the Global Student Prize Academy, made up of prominent individuals.
