Kaushik Baskar is a student at Novi High School in the United States. He has demonstrated strong leadership across robotics, business, and community initiatives. Through his involvement in student organisations, he has helped expand educational opportunities, strengthen partnerships, and encourage young people to explore STEAM and entrepreneurship.
Leading Robotics Initiatives Through Frog Force
As President of Frog Force, Novi High School’s Hall of Fame FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team, Kaushik leads outreach initiatives and supports team development. He has addressed robotics teams across Michigan and helped shape team policies to improve engagement.
Previously, as Sponsorship Director, he raised more than $250,000 in funding. His efforts secured support from organisations such as NASA, REV Robotics, and Gene Haas. These partnerships helped strengthen the team’s resources and support its robotics activities.
Kaushik also co-led the India Workshop Initiative, where he mentored more than 25 students virtually. Through this programme, he introduced participants to robotics and guided them through the process of building a FIRST robot.
In addition, he has organised more than 15 community outreach events. These activities promote STEAM education and business concepts, encouraging students to explore practical applications of their interests.
Representing Youth Through the Novi Youth Council
Beyond robotics, Kaushik serves on the Novi Youth Council. He was one of only 13 students selected by the Mayor and City Council to represent young people in the community.
In this role, he analyses city policies from a youth perspective and leads initiatives addressing local issues. He has completed two capstone projects during his council involvement.
The first project, which ran from 2021 to 2023, focused on increasing youth engagement in local government. His second project, spanning 2023 to 2025, explores how student mental health affects overall wellbeing.
Kaushik presented both projects at City Council meetings. Through these presentations, he brought student perspectives into discussions about local policies and community priorities.
Connecting STEAM and Industry Through A Force Forward
Kaushik is also the founder and co-anchor of A Force Forward, a podcast exploring how STEAM concepts apply across different industries.
Through the podcast, he has interviewed professionals from organisations such as Caesars Entertainment, the University of Michigan, and Ford Motor Company. These conversations connect academic concepts with real-world professional experiences.
Furthermore, Kaushik has developed skills in video editing and marketing to expand the podcast’s reach. His work combines communication, technology, and content creation to make industry insights more accessible to young audiences.
Promoting Business Education and Student Opportunities
As Treasurer of Business Elite USA, Kaushik builds partnerships with businesses to secure funding and support the organisation’s growth. He has also helped expand high school chapters across the country, including schools in Florida, Michigan, and Georgia.
In addition, he has helped organise business literacy webinars featuring students from institutions such as the University of Michigan and Duke University. These sessions highlight the importance of education in career development and introduce students to business-related opportunities.
Through these initiatives, Kaushik supports financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and collaboration among students from different schools.
Building Opportunities Through Leadership and Innovation
Kaushik’s experiences reflect his commitment to using leadership and collaboration to create opportunities for others. From raising substantial sponsorship funding for robotics to representing young people in local government, he has contributed to initiatives across several fields.
Moreover, his podcast and business education activities demonstrate his interest in connecting academic knowledge with professional development. Together, these efforts highlight his dedication to robotics, STEAM education, youth engagement, and entrepreneurship.
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