Hailan Shanbhag
Major:
Computer Engineering (2021)
Hometown:
Champaign-Urbana, IL
Hailan joined Illini Solar Car last fall. She loves being part of “such a passionate and interdisciplinary team.” For her, the coolest part of Argo is the battery box, which is even more exciting because of the high voltages! Hailan had the opportunity to help work on the the battery box as part of the electrical subgroup. At the American Solar Challenge she is looking forward to driving across the country with the rest of the crew, working on Argo, and seeing the other solar car teams. Hailan will also be helping with strategy for the race. Outside of ISC her hobbies include running.