Shinora will
receive a $10,000 award for her MBA in Business Information Systems at the
University of California, Riverside
BENGALURU, October
24, 2024 : MPOWER Financing, a mission-driven fintech firm and leader
in international student financing, today announced Shinora Khan as the grand
prize winner of the 2024 UDAAN Scholarship. Shinora, an Indian student from
Patna, Bihar, is pursuing an MBA in Business Information Systems at the
University of California, Riverside, and will receive US$10,000 from MPOWER to
support her studies. Shinora previously received US$88,000 in financial aid
from her university. Both awards are testament to her academic excellence and
dedication to making a meaningful impact in her field.
The UDAAN Scholarship is part of
MPOWER Financing’s ongoing commitment to helping Indian students fulfill their
academic and professional dreams. This year’s scholarship awarded a grand prize
of $10,000, along with ten additional secondary prizes of $1,000 each, to
Indian students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or
Mathematics) graduate programs at select top universities in the U.S. and
Canada.
Shinora embodies the spirit of the
UDAAN Scholarship through her dedication to integrating technology with
sustainable business practices. During her undergraduate studies, she
co-founded GreenWave, an initiative that successfully reduced single-use
plastic waste on campus by 30%. Her passion for sustainability was cemented at
EcoInnovate, where she contributed to the development of biodegradable
packaging that helped a client reduce their carbon footprint by 25%.
"My journey has been fueled by
the belief that education, combined with technology and sustainability, can
create meaningful impact,” said Shinora. “This scholarship will not only ease
my financial burden but also empower me to pursue my passion for developing
solutions that drive positive change. My goal is to integrate technology and
sustainability into business practices, creating long-lasting, positive change
in the industry and community.”.
Shinora is pursuing an MBA in Business
Information Systems, with a focus on leveraging data analytics and the Internet
of Things (IoT) to help businesses use their resources—such as time, energy,
and materials—more efficiently, reducing waste and costs while improving
overall performance. She is also deeply engaged in community-driven
initiatives, recently helping a local organic farm boost its revenue by 40%
through enhanced data management. Her vision aligns seamlessly with MPOWER
Financing's mission to nurture a globally innovative and diverse workforce.
“We are delighted to award Shinora the
grand prize for the 2024 UDAAN Scholarship,” said Duncan Moss, VP of Marketing
at MPOWER Financing. “ Her passion and dedication to uplifting and supporting
her community are truly inspiring and reflect the kind of leadership and
innovation we strive to champion. At MPOWER, we are committed to empowering
talented international students like Shinora, helping them overcome financial
barriers and unlock their potential as global changemakers.”
Additional scholarships are available
at www.mpowerfinancing.com/scholarships and on MPOWER’s sister website www.internationalscholarships.com. In addition to providing
scholarships and no-cosigner loans to promising Indian students, MPOWER
positions students for success through its Path2Success program, which offers
free immigration and career readiness support.
About MPOWER Financing
Co-headquartered in Washington, D.C.
and Bengaluru, India, MPOWER Financing is a mission-driven fintech
company and the leading provider of global education loans. Its proprietary
algorithm analyzes overseas and domestic credit data as well as future earning
potential to serve promising international students. MPOWER works with over 400
top universities across the U.S. and Canada to provide financing to students
from over 200 countries. The MPOWER team consists primarily of former
international students and provides students with personal financial education,
immigration guidance, and career support to prepare them for their professional
careers after graduation.
MPOWER is a Certified B-Corp and has been named a Great Place To Work, one of the best fintechs to work for and the best tech workplace for diversity. The company is hiring for various positions worldwide.
Media Contact
Madhushri Verma
madhushri.verma@mpowerfinancing.com