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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Young Jains of America (YJA) Executive Board Shardule Shah, 25, Co-Chair 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.
Naman Jain, 27, Co-Chair Jai Jinendra. I grew up and live in Boston. I graduated with a computer engineering degree from Northeastern University, and currently work for a speech recognition company. My hobbies and passions are YJA. I love most Disney and Pixar movies, my favorite is "The Lion King." 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 have recently become a "GREEN freak."
Ajay Dagli, 25, Director of Fundraising I'm Ajay "Daggles" Dagli from Detroit, MI. I'm an automotive engineer, biding my time and gaining experience to move into a more productive' field. YJA has had a huge impact on me, since I've first became involved in a retreat back in 2003. My hobbies include football, baseball, basketball, hockey, action movies, learning the intricacies of Jainism, the newest cars, and having a good time!
Nivar Bhavsar, 23, Director of Information Technology Hey Everyone! Jai Jinendra! I was born and raised in Danbury, CT, lived in Orlando, FL for 2 years, and currently reside in Nashua, NH near the Boston area. I attended Boston University for undergraduate studies graduating in 2009 with a degree in Biomedical Engineering and I am currently enrolled in my first year at Boston University School of Medicine. My hobbies include photography, drawing, graphic and web design, videography, and Bollywood!
Salonee Shah, 20, Director of Public Relations Jai Jinendra everyone! My name is Salonee Shah and I am a Marketing major at the University of Texas at Austin. I have a passion for working with nonprofits, one of the reasons why I interned at the Center for Child Protection last summer. I love anything outdoors and adventurous: camping, hiking, skydiving, and jet skiing, which is pretty ironic because I have the worst allergies in the world.
Sheenika Shah, 23, Director of Publications Jai Jinendra! My name is Sheenika Shah and I was born in Los Angeles, raised in Orange County and currently live in San Diego. SoCal for life! I graduated from the University of San Diego in 2008 and I just finished my second year of law school at California Western School of Law. I love to travel, spend time with family and friends, and dance.
Shital Shah, 24, Director of Education My name is Shital Shah and I am from Chicago, Illlinois. I recently graduated from Midwestern University-Pharmacy School and will enter the real world of working soon! Some of my favorite hobbies are playing tennis, painting or drawing, reading, and doing adventurous and outdoor activities! I would have to say one of my favorite movie is "Pursuit of Happiness"!
Sonia Shah, 23, Director of Events Hi guys! I'm from and have been apart of the Boston Jain community since I was a kid, and have been actively involved with Pathshala, discussions, youth activities, holiday celebrations, and various projects. Currently, I am working in the medical device field after graduating from Boston University with a Biomedical engineering degree. I enjoy watching and playing basketball, reading, cooking and traveling.
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