Stuti P. Shah ‘23 is a business administration and public policy double major from Charlotte, North Carolina.  Her professional interests include economic development and public sector consulting, with the long-term goal of attending law school. After college, Stuti aims to work at a purpose-driven organization with a business model rooted in community enhancement. Stuti joined the Kenan Scholars program to explore the intersection of the public and private sectors and discover ways in which the social good can align with financial goals.

In addition to being a Kenan Scholar, Stuti is the director-general of the Model United Nations at Chapel Hill (aka MUNCH), UNC’s annual high school model U.N. conference. She also serves as an undergraduate learning assistant in the economics department, is on the executive board of UNC Holi Moli, and is a staff editor for the Internationalist. In her free time, you can find her reading novels, working on an embroidery project or listening to music.

Cam Santos ’23 is a business administration and statistics double major from Groveland, Massachusetts. His professional interests include quantitative finance and investment management. Cam decided to become a Kenan Scholar to better explore how the private and public sectors can work together to be more effective.

In addition to being a Kenan Scholar, Cam is a mentor for UNC’s Arete Fellowship, supports UNC’s One-for-the-World chapter and is on the Varsity Men’s Fencing Team. His hobbies include reading, spending time outdoors and debating.

Logan Riggins ’23 is a business administration major from Belton, Texas. His professional interests include investment banking, private equity and financial literacy. Logan decided to become a Kenan Scholar because he is motivated to address the economic and financial issues underrepresented communities face and dive into improving public knowledge of the role of private capital to provide a better future for all.

In addition to being a Kenan Scholar, Logan is also a Credit Suisse Sophomore Scholar, serves in the University Finance Society and Minority Business Student Alliance, and is the recipient of the Marine Corps Scholarship. His hobbies include barbecuing, working out, watching sports and listening to music.

Esha Parikh ‘23 is a business administration and public policy double major from Clarksburg, Maryland. Her professional interests include public sector consulting, corporate social responsibility and law. After college, Esha wants to work in consulting and pursue a J.D. degree. She joined the Kenan Scholars program because of its focus on business as a tool for societal change and its emphasis on intellectual curiosity and research.

In addition to being a Kenan Scholar, Esha is also on the Affordability Committee of the executive branch of the UNC Student Government, a staff contributor to Carolina Political Review and a member of the Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, baking, traveling and writing.

Max Morant ’23 is a business administration major from Durham, North Carolina. His professional interests include finance and economic development, with the ultimate goal of leveraging his experiences to support financial literacy and economic progress for Black communities. Max decided to become a Kenan Scholar to pursue his research interests within a supportive and empathetic community.

In addition to being a Kenan Scholar, Max serves as a resident advisor in Taylor Hall, writes for Black Ink Magazine and was selected as “Mr. Freshman” for the Black Student Movement at UNC. His hobbies include yoga, anime and manga.

Emily Madrzykowski ‘23 is an English/comparative literature double major with a double minor in business administration and African American studies from Charlotte, North Carolina. Her professional interests include combining her business interests with her passion for social justice and academia. Ultimately, she hopes to begin her career abroad for international experience prior to pursuing an MBA. Emily decided to become a Kenan Scholar because she knew that joining the program would provide an opportunity to make a difference within her community and kick-start her professional goals.

In addition to being a Kenan Scholar, Emily is an admissions ambassador through the Office of Undergraduate Admissions; a member of the Kenan-Flagler Student Leadership Committee; and a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority, serving within its Diversity and Inclusion Committee. Emily’s hobbies include cooking, enjoying music and supporting UNC athletics (especially field hockey).

Ivor Kušić ’23 is a business administration and economics double major from Zagreb, Croatia. His professional interests include investment banking, sales, policy research and working in the Croatian government. Ivor decided to become a Kenan Scholar because the program provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for him to learn with like-minded peers at the crux of the private and public sectors. Ivor hopes to use what he learns as a Kenan Scholar to ultimately become the Minister of Finance of Croatia and help bring positive changes to his home country.

In addition to being a Kenan Scholar, Ivor is working to develop a Balkan/Eastern European club at UNC. His hobbies include finance and capital markets, European football and music composition.

Nick Kirkman ’23 is a business administration and economics double major from Montclair, New Jersey. His professional interests include economic research, data analytics and statistical analysis. Nick decided to become a Kenan Scholar because the program provides the practical communications, policy experiences and research opportunities needed to develop as a leader and advocate for positive societal change.

In addition to being a Kenan Scholar, Nick serves on the Heelraisers executive team, works with the National College Fed Challenge and is an employee of UNC Campus Recreation. His hobbies include playing pickup basketball/soccer, video editing, reality television and music.

Darien Kenner ‘23 is a business administration and public policy double major from Queens, New York. His professional interests include education, politics and a long-term interest in establishing a nonprofit organization. Darien decided to become a Kenan Scholar because the program directly aligns with his pursuit of curating cross-sector collaboration in the public, private and nonprofit sectors to address current societal problems.

In addition to being a Kenan Scholar, Darien is also a UNC Honors Carolina student, an assured admit to Kenan-Flagler Business School and served as a UNC orientation leader. His hobbies include soccer, reading, cooking, politics and engaging conversation.

Nishitha Karumuri ’23 is an intended health policy management major with a minor in business from Huntersville, North Carolina. Her professional interests surround the intersection of healthcare and business. After graduation, Nishitha is interested in working in healthcare consulting or administration. For Nishitha, the Kenan Scholars’ motto of “putting the private sector to work for the public good” greatly resonated with her. Additionally, the unique research opportunities the Kenan Scholars program offers to expand her business knowledge through a faculty-led research project excites her.

In addition to being a Kenan Scholar, Nishitha is also a Colonel Robinson Scholar and a Buckley Public Service Scholar. On campus, Nishitha is involved with AMWHO, the Honors Carolina Student Association, and the Alpha Epsilon Delta national health pre-professional honor society. Outside of academics, Nishitha loves to bake, read, paint and work out.