Women Who Reign: Maitreyee Deshpande

“The hardest part of doing something you’re scared to do is taking the first step. Once you have your foot in the door, you can easily keep walking.” –Maitreyee Deshpande

Tell us about yourself along with a fun fact!
I’m an Information Systems and Human-Computer Interaction major at Carnegie Mellon University. I’m from San Jose, CA, and I’ve lived there for a majority of my life. I love technology and all things computer science, but I also really enjoy music and fashion. I’ve been playing piano since the age of 4, and have been interested in fashion and makeup for as long as I can remember. One thing I miss the most about going to school in Pittsburgh, PA is the lack of avocados here! I miss the wonderful food in California, but I’m also enjoying this new city.

What # would define your life journey?
#speakupstandup

Favorite website / app:
I love social media, and my favorite apps are Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat. I enjoy reading news on CNN, and scouring Buzzfeed in my free time.

Someone who inspires you and knowledge they have imparted:
My aunt is and has been my biggest inspiration. She grew up in a small town in India, but is now currently a critical employee of a startup. From her, I have learned what hard work and a…