Advocating for environmental preservation and stewardship in diverse communities.
Witnessing firsthand the devastation of Hurricane Irma in the Atlanta community, Arish was keen to help those affected and learn more about the effects of climate change in our world. As treasurer for the environmental club and leader of the ecological initiatives in his Ismaili Muslim religious community, Arish has organized multiple river and park cleanup events and frequent recycling drives. After an apprenticeship at the Delta Community Credit Union, he was inspired to host financial planning workshops for middle schoolers. Arish will be studying Mechanical Engineering at the University of Georgia with a minor in Environmental Economics and Management- melding his passions. Beyond college, he hopes to become an Environmental Engineer working in the renewable energy sector to help with the advancement of clean energy in his community. He wants to start his own non-profit dedicated to caring for the environment, advocating for preservation, and exposing the youth to engineering and technology.
Leadership:
- Delta Community Credit Union, High School Apprentice
- Technology Students Association, Vice President
- Symphonic Winds Band and Jazz Band, Section Leader
