“The best gifts come in the form of guidance and blessings.”
Maryam Ouechani (Director of Residential Life, Maryville University)
As a Resident Assistant at Maryville University, Pulkit has consistently gone above and beyond in fostering an inclusive and supportive community where residents feel a true sense of belonging. He approaches conflict resolution and emergency situations with vigilance, empathy, and professionalism, ensuring both safety and trust within his residence hall. Pulkit has also demonstrated initiative and leadership by engaging in research, collaborating with peers, and shadowing senior staff to inform and implement effective policies and programming. In addition to his residential responsibilities, he has contributed significantly as a designer on our team, playing a key role in branding, marketing, and merchandise development.
Jan Lott (Executive Director of Human Resources, Maryville University)
Beyond the classroom, Pulkit has taken on meaningful leadership roles, most notably as a Resident Assistant. In this position, he has shown maturity, empathy, and exceptional communication skills. His approachable demeanor and genuine interest in others make him someone both students and staff naturally turn to for guidance and support.
What sets Pulkit apart is not just his technical talent, but his integrity, humility, and drive to contribute meaningfully to the university community. He was deservedly nominated and selected to serve on the Transition Advisory Council which is a diverse group composed of students, faculty, staff, and board members, where he actively participates and offers thoughtful input on institutional matters.
Lacey Loika (Director of Visit Experiences, Maryville University)
Pulkit Verma is an exceptionally positive and energetic presence in our office. When faced with a project, he takes the time to thoroughly research and develop the best solutions, facing challenges with creativity and resourcefulness. Pulkit can quickly learn new skills and seamlessly step into different roles, making him an invaluable member of our team.
Pulkit was an incredible asset to our team during his internship at Xire. He contributed meaningfully across brand identity, merchandise design, social media assets, and research, always demonstrating a strong eye for detail and alignment with our vision. What stood out most was his ability to deliver work he could proudly showcase, compiling a comprehensive portfolio that reflects both his creativity and his dedication to growth. Pulkit’s professionalism, collaboration, and design talent made a real impact, and I have no doubt he will continue to thrive in his craft.
MarKeisha Snaith (CEO, Xire)
Caren Schlossberg-Wood (Director of the Foundations and Studio Art)
I can highly recommend Pulkit as a designer, a collaborator, a community leader, and a thoughtful problem-solver. Pulkit's roots run deep – his perspective on the world is informed by experience, a curious mind and open heart, and a sincere drive for connection. This is demonstrated in how he builds relationships on campus, and how he brings cultural insights and human-centered experience to his design work. He is a leader who holds a high regard for others, and values each interaction.