Master’s Inclusive Excellence Award
Department: Technology, Culture and Society
At NYU Tandon, I was grateful to receive the Inclusive Excellence Award, which recognizes master’s students advancing inclusion, diversity, belonging, and equity. Through this program, I was able to deepen my focus on accessibility in projects and research, learning how to design experiences that work for everyone.
May 2024
Undergraduate Valedictorian
Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership
I was honored to graduate as Valedictorian from the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership. The recognition reflects the experiences I’ve had listening to and working with diverse communities, learning from others, and finding ways to take meaningful action. These experiences continue to shape how I approach research and design by putting people first and understanding their perspectives.
May 2022
President
Undergraduate Student Government
As President of the Undergraduate Student Government, I served as a liaison between students and faculty, advocating for student needs while fostering collaboration across campus. In this role, I led initiatives to improve academic and social programs, built consensus among diverse groups, and honed my skills in leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement.
Contributed from 2019-2022
Certificates and Recognition
Phi Beta Kappa - May 2022
Certificate of Achievement: Classical & Modern Languages and Literature Department - April 2022
International Studies Service Award: Department of Anthropology, Gender Studies, and International Studies - April 2022
Qasid Arabic Insitute - December 2020
I’ve been recognized for my academic contributions with a Certificate of Achievement from the Classical and Modern Languages and Literature Department and the International Studies Service Award from the Department of Anthropology, Gender Studies, and International Studies, reflecting my commitment to cross-cultural understanding and global perspectives.
UX/UI Bootcamp Certification
Columbia University Engineering
As part of my professional development, I completed a 24-week UX/UI Bootcamp Certification, focusing on user-centered design, design thinking, and prototyping. The program included working with Habitat for Humanity as a stakeholder, applying design strategy to create meaningful, user-focused solutions.
June 2021