YJA Convention 2010 07 New Brunswick NJ Ninth

Author(s): Young Jains of America (YJA)
Publisher: Young Jains of America YJA USA

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High School / College Sessions
Do You Have what it takes to be on the YJA Board?
The future of Jainism in North America is in your hands! No matter your personality or talent, YJA Board has a spot for you. There are projects 365 days a year in ALL regions of the United States and Canada. Get yourself involved in the spiritual, social and service aspects of YJA. You will not be a part of a more dedicated, fun-loving and active group! Joining YJA Board has the ability to make a mark not just on the year(s) that you serve, but on future generations of Jains in North America!
Naman Jain - Jai Jinendra. I am very honored and excited to be a co-chair for YJA this year. This is my second YJA convention that I have taken part in organizing. I grew up in Boston and graduated with a computer engineering degree from Northeastern University. My first passion is YJA, and my second passion is the Boston Red Sox (don't hate Yankee Fans). In high school, I took flying lessons at the same time I took driving lessons. I love to travel, even though most of the time I just end up in New York City. My ideal city to live would be San Diego (I've never been there). I like to cook new food, my favorite cuisines are Mexican and Italian (I can make a good 5 course dinner). I have recently become a "GREEN freak". I am a hypocrite because I drive a gas guzzler, but will be trading it in as soon as the electric car comes out (Nissan Leaf.. December 2010).
Shardule Shah - Jai Jinendra! I am starting my PhD in Immunology at Emory University in August 2010. My goal is to develop the first milivalent vaccine (1000 diseases protected with one vaccine!) and deliver this treatment to people in need. When not dreaming about immunology or YJA, I fantasize about having a job in the NFL, being concertmaster of the Boston Symphony Orchestra or becoming the President of the United States. I often think about these dreams while I attack a post-run White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cliff Bar (or three). Ultimately, my goal in life is to push people to achieve their dreams.
Dus Ka Dum - Gameshow
The Pathshala group of the Jain Center of Greater Boston brings you "Dus Ka Dum - Gameshow," the Jain version of the popular show "Power of 10.' This is an interactive multimedia show where 'Salman Khan' will be hosting the show by asking questions about the Jain way of life. Do you wonder 'How many Jains in the world are literate?', 'How many Jains are non-vegetarian?' You'll be learning about the Jain population and will get to participate in the audience polling!
JCGB Youth - Jain Center of Greater Boston Pathshala has presented a number of sessions in a fun and unique way at JAINA and YJA conventions over the years. Some past sessions are Saved by the "Jain" Bell, Jain "Boy Meets World", Tic Tac Toe: Three Jewels in a Row, and Who Wants to be a Tirthankar?. The ICGB Pathshala group 2010 brings you "Dus Ka Dum - Gameshow," the Jain version of the popular show 'Power of 10. Ashali Jain, Aastha Kodia, Kopal Jain, Mihir Shah, Monica Vora, Nirali Vagadia, Pankti Tamboli, Sajani Shah, Dhruv Jain, Malhar Teli, and Rishab Kodia will be teaching about the Jain population! They will also bring you an exhibition of non-violence created by the JCGB pathshala.
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