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Anush Reddy Beeram was a gifted student in his 4th semester at the TAMS maintaining a 4.0 grade point average and was on his way to graduate from TAMS with 69 hours of credit. In addition to the standard academic curriculum, Anush added to his workload Organic Chemistry, Multivariable Calculus, Applied Statistics and Linear Algebra. He began Biology research in Dr. Antunes' laboratory in his 2nd semester and continued into the following year. In his 2nd year, Anush was selected as the President for their TAMS Medical Society, (TMS). Anush was aspiring to serve and save lives in the general community as a physician & surgeon. In addition to his leadership within TMS, Anush was a caring and active volunteer with the TAMS community service group, Helping Other People Everywhere, (H.O.P.E.). Anush served countless hours helping others and serving in multiple arenas. In his free time, Anush was willing to learn new dance moves for special programs and was an avid basketball player for the TAMS teams. Anush was known for his corny jokes that might not have made everyone laugh but did get everyone to smile; for that was his goal in life, to lift the spirits of all those he came in contact. Anush was a National Honor Society member and was the recipient (selected by the TAMS community) of the 2021 Prince Jones Memorial Scholarship, for Anush epitomized the ideals set forth in that award. Everyone in TAMS respected Anush for his humility and commitment to serve.

Anush was an eagle scout, a student leader and was always striving to improve his community. Starting in 2019, every Saturday Anush was teaching math and serving as a coach with the North South Foundation (NSF); an organization that raises money through courses and annual contests for scholarships to help international college students. Anush was honored as a member of the North South Coaching Hall of fame and was the recipient of the 2020 NSF President's Volunteerism Award for his outstanding contributions as a math coach. Anush was a wonderful young man who was smart, diligent, athletic, and always carried himself with honor and pride. His countenance was humble and still confident. It was his gentle smile and his desire to lift peoples' spirits that made Anush loved by the young and elderly. Anush was a loving brother to both his sisters, was devoted to his parents and enjoyed spending time with his family in both India and the United States. This endowment helps recognize and support young scholars seeking to make a difference in the community by pursuing a career in medicine.

Keerat Baweja was a member of the TAMS 2015 graduating class finishing with 70 credit hours and a 4.0 GPA. In her first year at TAMS, she began her computer science research and was a recipient of the TAMS summer research scholarship, working alongside Dr. Rodney Nielsen in the computer science department. Complementing her success in the classroom was Keerat's passion for robotics. As the co-captain for the robotics team, Keerat spearheaded the TAMS 5212 team to their first representation at the FIRST Robotics World Championship in St. Louis, Missouri, in April of 2015. The TAMS 5212 robot was recognized for the unique defensive mechanisms and the TAMS team for independence and ingenuity. In addition to her involvement with robotics, Keerat spent her time in the community helping organizations such as Mentor Denton, Harvest Goals, the Elm Fork STEM Lab, JETS Library Workshop and tutoring students in TAMS and the DISD. Keerat was the recipient of the TAMS Junior Pacesetter award and the DFW regional Aspirations in Computing award from the National Center for Women and Information Technology. After graduating from TAMS, Keerat went on to The University of Texas at Austin graduating in 2019 with a mechanical engineering degree and went on to work full-time in her dream job at Boeing in Seattle working in additive manufacturing. This endowment helps recognize young scholars striving to succeed in TAMS in a similar fashion and continue the amazing legacy of Keerat.

Keerat Baweja

 

Wendy Boyd-Brown was an Academic Counselor for TAMS starting in August 1998 until she retired in June 2020. During her 22 years of service, she was a tremendous advocate for students across the UNT campus and loved them as her own. Wendy was able “to get students in line” and simultaneously lend a shoulder on which to cry. She was viewed by many students as their surrogate mother. Even parents appreciated Wendy keeping their students on the track of success. In addition to advising students through their academic journey, she wrote a multitude of recommendations for students aspiring to their next institution, applying for a scholarship or seeking employment. Wendy also helped lead the Summer Mathematics Institute which brought students to UNT as early as 7th grade to focus on getting ahead in mathematics. In the final semester at TAMS, Wendy was instrumental in helping develop the TAMS Black Student Union, (BSU). TAMS BSU hosted their first celebration program in February 2020, “Still We Rise” where Wendy was the featured speaker highlighting the obstacles African Americans overcome to succeed

Wendy Boyd-Brown

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