Our Team

Impact. Community. Education.

Our team works to support and advance the cause of ChemQuest. Continuing the legacy and visions of our alumni, each one of us takes on a specific role to ensure success!

Co-President 

Nuha Ansar

As a senior at Garnet Valley High School and the Co-President of ChemQuest, I help guide the organization to inspire young minds through hands-on science experiences. I work on planning and running events, coordinating with volunteers, and building relationships with community organizations. I’m passionate about creating a fun, collaborative, and educational space where kids can explore their curiosity and creativity in science!

Co-President 

Henry Zhuge

As a senior at Unionville High School and the Co-President of ChemQuest, I actively work to inspire the next generation of scientists by organizing and leading hands-on science activities. I manage event planning, coordinate with volunteers, and ensure our resources are efficiently allocated. My passion lies in incorporating my experiences in STEM into a fun learning experience for kids.

Co-Vice President 

Jay Prasad

As a Garnet Valley High School senior, I’ve started to navigate and learn how STEM inspired me, which is why I wish to teach others to inspire them too. As the Co-Vice President, I aid the Presidents in their tasks to create new events and help and guide other officers if they need help. 

Co-Vice President, Accounting Focus, & Technology Chair

Raksha Kumaresan

Being a senior at Garnet Valley High School has allowed me to advance my scientific endeavors to the next level. However, I may have never been in this place if it wasn’t for the STEM education I had as a child. That’s why as Co-Vice President, accounting focus, and technology chair, I aim to make certain the organization of our team and aid in any technology necessary so that ChemQuest can inspire other young minds. 

Fundraising Focus

Rakhee Patel

Hi my name is Rakhee and I’m the fundraising focus for ChemQuest, My role is to come up with new ideas for how to increase our funds. ChemQuest aims to open children’s minds to the scientific world and I love when kids’ eyes light up in awe.

Volunteer Management Chair

Andrea Yao

Volunteer management chair organizes, trains, and leads prospective volunteers to ideally execute events and further spread ChemQuest’s mission. My goal is to stimulate passion within the youth of our community, allowing them to navigate the fields of science and develop ambitions throughout their journey.

Volunteer Management Chair

Nidhi Nair

As a Co-Volunteer Management Chair, it is my job to oversee the volunteers, both organizing and training the volunteers for the ChemQuest events. As a science lover myself, I love to see children immerse themselves in the world of STEM as I did the same at their age. Currently a senior at Garnet Valley High School, I continuously strive to improve awareness of STEM education and give back to the community one event at a time.

Advertising Chair

Ananya Nakka

As the Advertising Chair for ChemQuest, I lead efforts to promote events and engage our community. I aim to spark excitement for STEM through creative advertising strategies, and I’m committed to expanding out initiatives to reach a broad audience. Now, as a senior at Garnet Valley High School, I’m excited to work with ChemQuest to inspire kids of all ages and cultivate a passion for science.

Advertising Chair Assistant

Ethan Ruslim

Hello! My name is Ethan and I am a junior at Unionville High School. As the Advertising Chair Assistant, my job is to help expand the reach of ChemQuest to reach as many people as possible. As STEM and its wonder has become increasingly interesting and enjoyable in my life, I believe that bringing it to children at a young age will bring motivation and joy for years to come.

Technology Chair Assistant

Matilda Duong

Hello! My name is Matilda and I’m a sophomore at Garnet Valley High School. I love learning about science, and as a part of ChemQuest, I’m able to share that passion with kids of all ages. As Technology Chair Assistant, I work with Andrea H. and Raksha to write our biweekly newletters, manage our website, and assist with everything tech related!

Technology Chair Assistant

Andrea Hoang

Hi! My name is Andrea, and I am a sophomore at Garnet Valley High School. As one of the Technology Chair Assistants for ChemQuest, I help create our bi-weekly digital newsletter, sharing STEM news, fun science experiments, and opportunities to get involved with our community. I also help maintain our websites and support technology-related projects, and I’m excited to use my passion for science and technology to inspire curiosity in others!

Fundraising Chair Assistant

Srinita Paul Chowdhury

Hi, my name is Srinita, and I serve as the Assistant Fundraising Chair for ChemQuest. In this role, I help brainstorm and support fundraising initiatives that allow our organization to grow and reach more students. ChemQuest is dedicated to making science engaging and accessible, and I am passionate about helping create opportunities where students can explore, question, and develop a passion for learning.