2026-2027 Editorial Board
Contact achopra27@lawrenceville.org and aanand27@lawrenceville.org with questions!
Editor-in-Chief
Ananya Chopra '27
Hi! I’m Ananya, your EIC, and I’m a IV Former in Carter (nest house best house!) from Lexington, MA! Outside of fencing and softball, I love playing badminton and ping pong. I love all things STEM, and if I’m not tutoring in the library, struggling over homework, or in the KAC, you can find me hanging out with friends on the Crescent Green! I’m also President of the Connections to Medicine, Envirothon, and Chalk for Change clubs on campus!
Executive Editor
Anvi Anand '27
I’m Anvi, your Executive Editor, and I’m a junior in Kirby (K’s up!). I’m especially intrigued by biotechnology, having done dissections in the lab and thorough research on Artificial Intelligence’s intersection in the healthcare industry. I’m TechTrek’s Executive Head and Vice President of Model UN. In my free time, I love to read mystery novels, travel, sing, and dance! I’m also part of Nachale, the Bollywood Dance group on campus, KDC, and the Lawrentains!
Biology and Medicine Editor
Aaron Sambursky '27
Hi! I’m Aaron, a junior in Hamill from Binghamton, New York. At Lawrenceville, I am president of the Biology Discourse Club and a co-president of the Connection to Medicine Club. I enjoy researching the mechanics behind experimental drugs and writing about them. Besides science, I enjoy playing piano, skiing, and golfing with friends.
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Biology and Medicine Editor
Haldora Churchill '27
I am a junior in Carter (Go Birds!) and am a Biology and Medicine Editor for this publication, in addition to editing and writing for STEM Illustrated and running Track. In my free time, I like to work out, read cool mystery books, and spend time with friends.
Physical Sciences Editor
Sonia Shum '27
Hi! I’m Sonia, and I’m a junior in Stephens. I started writing for Lawrenceville Science Reports my sophomore year, and I’m super excited to be on the editorial board this year! This is my second year as a physical science editor. My initial interest in science was actually largely inspired by my obsession with Marvel movies; and now, I’m a big fan of quantum physics and astrophysics. Outside of science, I play volleyball, run track, and do a bit of theatre!
Physical Sciences Editor
Gia Jing '28
Hi! I’m Gia, and I am a sophomore in Kirby. I love science and math, and I am especially interested in how theoretical concepts can be applied to real-world problems to improve our daily lives, which is what LSR is writing about! I’m super excited to serve as the Physical Science editor and help bring and share engaging science news to our readers! Outside of academics, I also love spending time with dogs, baking desserts for my dorm, and creating small crafts.
Environmental Science Editor
Madisen Kim '27
Hi! My name is Madisen Kim ‘27, and I am in the Stephens house. I am passionate about anything related to the environment and love studying environmental science. Some clubs I am involved in are the sustainability council, climate action club, and STEM Illustrated. I am from New York City, and in my free time, I enjoy running and sleeping. I love writing about environmental science, and in the past, I have written articles on environmental issues such as PFAS (forever chemicals), the environmental impact of AI, and critically endangered species.
Environmental Science Editor
Sophia Wang '28
Hi there! I am a III former in the McClellan House from Alpharetta, Georgia. I enjoy delving into all disciplines of science, though I carry a sweet spot in my heart for Envisci; I am an active participant in the Sustainability Council, involved in the Farming and Sustainability Fall co-curricular, and a to-be Leopold Scholar. As for athletics, I’m on the varsity girls swim team, an avid gymgoer, and play House Handball in the spring. Some random facts about me: I have a cat named Mimi, love tomatoes, and enjoy wearing the color pink! All in all, I am incredibly grateful for the numerous opportunities this publication has opened for me!
Math & Technology Editor
Oceana Li '27
Hi! I'm Oceana, and I'm a boarding IV former in Stanley from East Hanover, NJ. I'm deeply interested in recent advancements in NLP, applications in human-centered AI, and engineering for social good. I have the great opportunity of being one of LSR's Math & Technology Editors, and I am also involved in other publications such as The Lawrence and TechTrek. At Lawrenceville, you may find me at debate practice, dance, Tea Club, or AI council. I also love going on walks, folding origami, watching documentaries, and taking photos of nature (squirrels).
Math & Technology Editor
Sunny Shang '27
Hi! I'm a IV Former in Carter House! I like to play tennis, squash, and the piano. On campus, I am one of the co-organizers of Bioblitz, House Academic Rep, and am a part of the Photos Team for our yearbook! I started writing for Lawrenceville Science Reports my junior year and am really excited to be a part of the board this year! My love for math and technology really developed after taking courses like calculus and physics, where I became fascinated by how abstract concepts can be used to model and understand the real world. I’m also interested in finance and technology, especially how innovation and global trends shape everyday life. Outside of academics, I love spending time with friends and going on random nature walks into the woods
Science Features Editor
Leila Khabbaz '28
Hi! I'm Leila, a sophomore in Stephens. I started writing for Lawrenceville Science Reports during my sophomore year, and I'm super excited to be a Science Features editor this year! I love writing about and learning about many topics in science, from Chemistry to Physics and Environmental Science. Outside of LSR, I have worked as a Restoration Ecology Intern and am super excited to work at the Big Red Farm this summer. I am also the Poetry and Analysis Editor of Acta Diurna, a News Associate for The Lawrence, a flute player in the Lawrenceville Philharmonic Orchestra, and a pre-professional dancer at Princeton Ballet School. I love photography, listening to music with friends, and playing beach volleyball. I'm looking forward to working with everyone for LSR this year!!
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Science Features Editor
Diya Poluru '29
Hi! I’m Diya Poluru, a current freshman at Lville (a sophomore during the 26-27 school year)! I’m a STEM enthusiast from Princeton, NJ, and at school I am a Tech Associate for TechTrek, now a Science Features editor for LSR, a member of the Sustainability Council, a 2026 Leopolds Scholar, and a part of clubs such as the AI Council. Outside of academics, I play basketball and have recently picked up new sports and activities such as soccer and karate. Other than that, I am a dancer for En Corps groups KDC and LKR3W, which I loved trying for the first time at Lawrenceville. I can’t wait to see what we can do with LSR this year!