Hometown: Cairo, Egypt

Groton activities: Student Activities Committee, Black-Latinx Alliance, track and field, swimming, International Community Advising Program

Most surprising when you first arrived at Groton: The most surprising thing about Groton when I first arrived was the ease at which a community formed. Whether this was within the dorm with my prefects or in the classroom with my friends, I was immediately surrounded by people that made Groton feel like home. Looking back, I’m still in awe at how quickly those friendships formed. 

Favorite class: Third Form History with Dr. Ibrahim. I transferred into the class a week late but it quickly became my favorite class period. The lively class discussions, presentations and projects grew my love for the subject more and more as the year passed. Learning to manage the high quantity of reading and note taking quickly became a valuable skill that benefited me in other areas as well. 

Most memorable Groton moment: My most memorable moment at Groton was the Track and Field New England championships. The full day track meet required missing a full day of Saturday classes and rushing back to campus 20 minutes into Spring Formal. The day was filled with high energy, and a sense of pride and sadness for the seniors’ last track meet. It was the perfect finale to a season filled with fun, bonding with the other members of the team and growing my love for the sport even more. 

Favorite Dining Hall food: The chicken tenders with honey mustard!

Favorite place to study: The dining hall early in the morning before it fills with the pre-chapel breakfast rush.