Rucha Benare (she/her) (She/Her)

Biomedical engineering research student, Trinity College Dublin
Deon Chan

Senior Programme Manager, HKU

Ben Oldham

Head of Global Opportunities, University of Leeds

It’s my role to oversee the portfolio of global opportunities and experiences available to students at the University of Leeds. These opportunities include our undergraduate leadership programmes that empower students to become active global citizens and future leaders. One of the most interesting parts of my roles is the chance to work with our local, regional and international partners. Working with people based all around the world on a daily basis broadens my perspective, exposes me to diverse cultures, and has enabled me to foster a global network. I am passionate about working with others to develop collaborations that provide the knowledge, skills, and experiences to prepare our students for leadership roles and contribute to positive change in the world. I am currently studying for the Leeds Executive Leadership Level 7 Apprenticeship. Undertaking the apprenticeship alongside my day job gives me the chance to enhance my leadership skills, understand the latest business theories, and apply them effectively to my work.
Delicia Ulyta

Student, Said Business School

Sophia Shiel

Student, Trinity College Dublin

Maja Anderson

Manager of Undergraduate Programs & International Experiences, Coordinator of the Laidlaw Program, Cornell University , Cornell University

Hello!  I am an undergraduate student studying Architecture MSci.  Fascinated with the past, present and future, I love looking for challenges and questioning the world around me. I've really found myself studying architecture, especially as it combines so many different areas, subjects and ways of working and learning.  I adore creating both in the digital and physical world.
Topaz Francis-Costa

Student, Durham University

Lingxi He

Student , Cornell University

Ulliana

Student, UCL

Nicolas Robson

Micro-engineering student, EPFL

Hi, I'm a Micro-Engineering student at EPFL (Switzerland) who loves a nice conversation and helping out.  Feel free to contact me for anything, from nanotechnologies and robotics to politics and flyfishing :)
Hello! I am Younes and I am a rising third-year student at EPFL majoring in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. I am honored to be a 2023 Laidlaw Scholar and proud to be counted among such inspiring individuals! My academic interests span from life sciences to new technologies, with public health always foremost in mind. I am thrilled that my research project lies at the intersection of these fields! Outside of college work, I enjoy art in all its forms, sports (namely surfing, swimming and volleyball) as well as travelling. Please feel free to reach out here or by email!
Victor Xia

Student, Brown University

Tia Wong

Student, University of Hong Kong

Tolulope Adewumi

Student , Tufts University

Fatima Qureshi

Student, Undergraduate Researcher, University of Toronto

I am an undergraduate at the University of Toronto in the Mental Health Specialist Program.  I am passionate about mental health, clinical psychology, and social psychology. My research project looks explores the phenomenon of how far-right extremists groups are utilizing memes to spread their influence. I am specifically interested in what messages they are conveying and the dominant patterns present in the memes. My personal interests include: hydroponics (I have currently 29 plants in my room!), and spending time in nature (I love to go hiking with my friends).
Tarika Sodhi

Student, Laidlaw Scholar, Durham University

George Eilender

student, University of Toronto

Hey, I'm from New Jersey (unfortunately) and I'm studying math and philosophy at U of T. This summer, I'm conducting data science/social science research on online political communities, using right wing YouTube as a case study. I love cool science, AI ethics, dogs, chess and organizing. Hit me up if you want to work on anything together, or just if you want to chat :)
Ajay Nathan

Student, Georgetown University

Hi!  My name is Ajay Nathan and I am an undergraduate junior at Georgetown University studying Science, Technology, and International Affairs on a pre-medical track.  I am a member of Georgetown's second annual Laidlaw cohort, participating in research regarding a potential opioid crisis in India during my first summer and participating in a leadership-in-action project my second summer.  I am an eager and driven individual who likes to expand my interests and skillsets often. 
Kidest Shemeles

Scholar, Cornell University