Raghav Igathinathane joined North Dakota’s Gateway to Science as a volunteer at the end of spring while on school break. He quickly became a valued part of the team, volunteering several times a week throughout the busy summer and field trip season.

Making Visitors Feel Welcome

In the gallery, Raghav’s focus is always on the visitors. He approaches each interaction with kindness, enthusiasm, and care, helping guests feel welcome while encouraging them to explore and learn.

His positive attitude is easy to notice. Whether he is helping someone understand an exhibit or simply greeting a visitor, Raghav brings a smile to every interaction.

At the end of each shift, he also makes a point to ask if anything else needs to be done before he leaves. His willingness to step in and help wherever needed has made a meaningful difference to our team.

What Staff Are Saying

“Raghav is very intelligent and has a great sense of humor. He is excellent at solving problems that may arise in the gallery. He is a good listener and very detail-oriented, always keeping things in the gallery looking great.” – Ava B.

“Raghav is very cheerful. He always greets everyone [on the gallery team] by name.” – Sofia

Volunteer With Us

Volunteers play a vital role in helping us inspire curiosity and learning every day. Whether you enjoy working with children, supporting programs, or engaging with visitors in the gallery, there are many ways to get involved. Learn more on our volunteer page.