Northville Patch's Whiz Kid: Robert Hsu

: , 17

School: Senior at

Accomplishment: Meeting First Lady Michelle Obama and having a one-on-one discussion about childhood obesity with her

Key to Awesomeness: Robert is not your typical high school senior. He is not only educating himself about healthier lifestyles but he is also committed to educating the Northville community about staying active and healthy. Robert is the founder of Northville Health Awareness Organization, President of the Rotary Interact club and a member of the National Honor Society.  Robert is also currently planning to hold his first Youth Health Forum.

Outside of school, he sits on the advisory board for the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, through which he educates Northville and surrounding communities about living a healthier lifestyle from service learning projects.

Robert also volunteers his time with the Northville Civic Concern, American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society. Before graduating, Robert hopes to form a school wellness council at his high school. His dream is to change the health culture in our country.

On top of all of his extracurricular involvement, Robert finds time for his three Advanced Placement classes and also attends community college for a math class.

In his free time, Robert said he likes to catch up with friends over coffee, play the piano or simply stay active.