President’s Scholar
2012-2013

Derek Sundet Phanekham
Derek is a sophomore from Fort Worth, Texas, majoring in
computer science and math. He enjoys karate, hiking, camping, being outdoors,
game design and food. After graduation Derek plans to attend
graduate school.
HIGH SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
- AP Scholar with Distinction
- National Merit Commended Scholar
- Distinguished Achievement Plan Graduate
- Eagle Scout
- Symphonic and Marching Bands
- National Honor Society
- Asian American Association
SMU ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
- University Honors Program
- Environmental Society
- Honor Roll with High Distinction
- Theta Tau Professional Engineering Fraternity, professional development chair
- Ambassadors for Potential Engineering Students, member
Contact: dphanekham@smu.edu