Saanvi Nallu
Year of Participation in STARS
Research/Engagement Experience
How did I get interested in Computer Science?
During summer camp after 3rd grade, I made a Scratch program: a simple story with cats, cakes, and ice cream.
What social interests matter to me?
Why did you choose Illinois?
Illinois has strong programs and resources for my area of study and has a beautiful campus with unlimited opportunities, RSOs, and cultures to explore!
What are your passions outside of computing?
watching movies, finishing the Flow Free game, making crafts, kuchipudi
What has been one of your favorite experiences at Illinois that you would like to share with prospective students? (For Continuing UIUC Students)
One of my favorite continuing experiences has been trying new restaurants weekly on Green Street with my roommate.
What has been one of your favorite experiences as a CS STAR? (For Returning CS STARS)
What is my most impactful college experience?
These are a few of my favorite things!
ice cream, card games, reese's pieces, my stuffed capybara
Biography
Saanvi is originally from Iowa and is a freshman in Math + CS. She is interested in CS theory and quantum computing and wants to get a PhD. She spent several years on a robotics team where she developed her interest in programming. Outside of school she likes watching movies, playing card games with her family, and biking.