2025 Outstanding Master’s Student Award in Community Impact


Liang Chen

College of Professional Studies

CPS Graduate Programs, Commerce and Economic Dev

Recognized for fostering collaborative learning and impactful contributions to financial research. Her initiative in creating a peer-led Python study group helped students engage with complex subjects, while her research on “Sentiment Dynamics and Asset Pricing” showcased advanced econometric techniques applied to financial challenges.


Muhammad Elarbi

College of Engineering

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Recognized for his dedication to STEM education outreach and expanding access to technical knowledge for underrepresented students. Through his leadership in the Northeastern University Wireless Club, he designed and led over 50 technical workshops, benefiting university students and Boston Public School students.


Manushi Sharma

College of Social Sciences and Humanities

School of Public Policy

Recognized for her leadership in climate advocacy and policy impact. Her work with the United Nations University – Centre for Policy Research and the Environmental Changemaker Training has empowered young advocates worldwide.

Nominees


Savani Nagarkar

College of Science

MS Speech-Language Pathology

Interview


Akash Deepak Sancheti

Khoury College of Computer Sciences

MS Speech-Language Pathology

Interview


Izzy Cotenoff

Bouvé College of Health Sciences

MS Speech-Language Pathology

Interview