Q: Share your thoughts on the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion on LTU's campus.

A: Acknowledging diversity at Lawrence Technological University is the first step to creating a space that is inclusive and progressive for life on campus. The LTU community has so many diverse backgrounds and people with new perspectives they can bring to the table. By allowing us to engage, interact, and most importantly, acknowledge our differences while keeping an open mind, we are able to learn so much more about the backgrounds of those who are around us everyday. Sometimes we get caught up in our daily lives, and do not realize the amount of knowledge and perspective we can gain from simply talking to one another. LTU allows us so many opportunities to engage whether it be our small class sizes, group projects, or the countless student organizations on campus, encouraging us to acknowledge and embrace our differences. 

Q: Share your diversity impact that is being provided to the LTU and larger community.

A: As an Egyptian-American Muslim woman studying a STEM major, everyday I am put into several situations where I may not necessarily be the societal norm. However, over the years, I have learned that this is who I am and I am proud to be me. I continuously try to encourage those around me to not only appreciate yourself, but appreciate the challenges and difference of your colleagues. As President of LTU Student Government 2020-2021, my primary goal is to promote student voice on campus, which extends to allowing students to speak out for what they believe in without fear of the judgement of others. Student Government has been working alongside other student organizations on campus to showcase LTU's diversity and make sure it shines bright.