Shreeya Suresh

Where do you attend school, and what what are you studying?

I am currently a student at the University of Virginia's school of Engineering and Applied Science, pursuing a B.S. in Systems Engineering with a focus in Public Policy and Engineering Business. I am involved in several extracurricular organizations, such as SEED Consulting, the Society of Women Engineers, BAPS, Engineering Student Council, and the International Council on Systems Engineering.

Academically, I have been recognized with honors such as being a Dean's List student and first place in the UVA x Deloitte Systems Engineering Case Competition. I have also earned the AP Capstone Diploma after completing a year long independent research project analyzing the impacts of health policy regulations on pharmaceutical innovation, and placed 3rd internationally for a consulting pitch at DECA ICDC 2024.

What have your teaching opportunities been outside of Fairfax Collegiate?

My primary mentorship experience has been through the Society of Women Engineers. As a founding officer for my chapter in high school, I helped to create and teach programs that introduced younger women to STEM careers and made technical topics more approachable. I have continued my involvement in SWE (and other mentorship-based clubs) in college as well, frequently partaking in outreach events to the local Charlottesville elementary and middle school community.

What sort of experience have you had in the subject you’ll be teaching this summer?

I have completed systems engineering case-study course work and college level engineering design, both of which have emphasized design thinking and grown my data analysis skills greatly. I also have experience in many math and science related courses, and have completed college level chemistry, physics, computer science, calculus (1, 2, & multivariable), and linear algebra.

Outside of work, what are some hobbies you enjoy?

Outside of work and school, I enjoy singing with my collegiate acapella group, traveling, and event planning!