My Laidlaw Graduation Speech

In this video, I share my Laidlaw journey — from groundbreaking research in bacterial detection to an inspiring Leadership-in-Action project in Mexico City. It’s a reflection on how the program shaped my growth as an ethical, resilient, and globally minded leader.
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Houseen Shalabney
Student, EPFL- École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne
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The Laidlaw Scholarship has been a transformative experience that pushed me beyond academic and cultural boundaries. Through my research internship, the annual conference, and my Leadership-in-Action project with Rennueva in Mexico City, I learned to lead with empathy, curiosity, and purpose. This journey helped me grow not only as an engineer but also as a global citizen committed to creating meaningful impact. I’m deeply grateful to the Laidlaw community for the inspiration, friendships, and values that will continue to guide me forward.

Go to the profile of Houseen Shalabney
Houseen Shalabney
Student, EPFL- École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne

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