Akash Wasil

AKASH WASIL the eldest grandchild of Surinder Rametra with whom he co-authored “Beyond Milestones” at the age of 17, is exceptionally intellectual, progressive, and logical. Akash originally approached his grandfather at the age of 12 with his desire to document their discussions and debates that centered around many of his grandfather’s life experiences, ultimately leading to the penning and publication of “Beyond Milestones”. A high school senior, Akash will be joining Harvard's Class of 2019 in the fall of 2015. His passions include the Speech and Debate Team, Wind Ensemble, and Chess Club and academic interests include philosophy, political science, psychology, music, and creative writing. Through summer Pre-College programs, Wasil has explored foreign cultures and participated in scientific research at Cambridge University (U.K.). His collection of poems "A Cry Unheard" and "My Little Star" were published by National Amateur Poetry Competition and Creative Communications respectively. Akash resides in New York, with his parents and sister.