Student Media
My Story
Hi! I'm Vidya. I was born in Lansdale, PA as a Capricorn, who loved climbing the wild cherry trees in her backyard. At the age of 9 I moved to Hyderabad, India and have been having the best time going on crazy adventures in this city of mine! I love making new friends so I'm glad you're here! Cheers
Fashion Design
I developed an interest for creating a distinctive style for myself at the young age of 2 (Mom tells me I never let her pick my clothes), this set the scene for my fashion life. From distributing home-made fashion mags on the bus at 6 years old, to designing stage costumes at 16, here's my journey.
Glamorously (Entrepreneurship)
Started my own company 4 years ago selling products for girls, by girls! I sell my products through word-of-mouth, flyers, and most successfully on-line through social media. Everything (except apparel) is home-made! I stress on eco-friendly up-cycled packaging, free candy, and spreading love.
Sports and Adventure
I'd like to think of myself as an adventurous and sporty person. I don't ever miss a day of physical activity, whether it be running, cycling, swimming, gyming, or dancing! I love the feeling after a good workout and am always keen on trying new activities or sports!
Singing
I've been singing for a long time! From playing Belle in the school's Beauty and the Beast musical, to writing our band's lyrics, to now being close to releasing original tracks (stay tuned), music has always been important! No wonder The Voice is my favorite show.
Community Service
The best kind of happiness is seeing other people smile! I've worked on various projects, events, fundraisers, and activities to give back to my community. (underprivileged or not!) Read the captions for information.
Art
Art has literally been the centre of my life and universe. I've been trying to draw my 'suns' and 'humans' as good as my mom and dads' since I was a wee tot. I love the tranquillity and closeness you feel towards not only yourself, but to all other forces, when it's just you and the paint.
Secret Santa's Helping Hands (Community Service)
SSHH is a drive started by me and my friend, where we collected gently used and unused toys, books, stationary and clothing. We turning into Santa's little elves in our workshop and hand wrapped each gift to give to schools, orphanages, hospitals and churches for the underprivileged on Christmas!
Dance
Although I've never had any professional training in dance, I've always been very proactive in participating in everything dance-y. I've danced for a TV channel launch, many school shows, founded the school cheer squad, made dance videos, and have choreographed numerous pieces, in and out of school.
Student Council
I am the Cultural Secretary of my school and was the Deputy Cultural Secretary in 11th. My work mainly focuses on planning, managing and executing school events. I also help by leading discussions, organizing and distributing work and duties, and counseling younger children.