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President’s Scholar
2012-2013

Daisuke Dennis Takeda

Dennis is a sophomore from Carrollton, Texas, majoring in finance and international studies, with a minor in Chinese. He enjoys debate, research, and playing the violin. After graduation Dennis plans to work with Goldman Sachs.

HIGH SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
  • AP Scholar with Distinction
  • National Honor Society
  • Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, Fourth Place
  • Bank of America Student Leader
  • Principal’s Academic Commendation
  • International Sustainability World Project Olympiad, Second Place
  • Lincoln Douglas Debate, captain
  • Bank of America Student Leader
  • Carrollton Youth Task Force, executive chair
  • UIL Solo Violin Division, superior ratings

SMU ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

  • Mock Trial
  • Microfinance Club
  • University Honors Program
  • Emerging Leaders
  • Big Ideas Grant, recipient
  • West Dallas Microfinance Initiative, co-founder

Contact: dtakeda@smu.edu