Class of 2029

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Anna Nam

Pronouns: she/her/hers
On-campus activities: McCabe E-Board, Research in the Carone Lab, Tri-Co Pre-Dental Society, Badminton Team

Leadership Roles: Secretary of McCabe E-Board, Treasurer of Tri-Co Pre-Dental Society, Swarthmore Social Media Assistant

What does leadership mean to you? - Leadership is the backstage effort that turns listening and learning into lasting change.

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Azizakhon (Aziza) Kakhramonova

Pronouns: she/her/hers
On-campus activities: Girls into VC, Investment Banking Club, Analög

Leadership Roles: Advising Fellow @ Matriculate

What does leadership mean to you? - For me, leadership is about being a pillar for others. It’s about creating inclusive spaces and building a sense of community where people feel like they belong and are supported by the people around them.

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Garima Bagdi

Pronouns: she/her/hers
On-campus activities: Learning for Life, Swarthmore Pan-Asian Association, McCabe Board

Leadership Roles: McCabe Executive Board Treasurer and excited to explore the possibilities!

What does leadership mean to you? - To me, leadership is the responsibility of uniting individuals from diverse backgrounds toward a common goal. By creating space for all voices to be heard in important conversations, leaders foster an environment where community and meaningful change can be made.

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Imelda Ramirez

Pronouns: she/her/hers
On-campus activities: Student Government Organization, McCabe Scholars Executive Board, Robotics Engineering Research Assistant

Leadership Roles: Student Government Organization Student Life Chair and McCabe Executive Board Day Trip Coordinator

What does leadership mean to you? - Empowering others to cultivate inclusive and diverse connections to amplify positive community impact.

J Son Tan

Pronouns: he/him
On-campus activities: Rock climbing with Swat Rocks, International student events at the ISC

Leadership Roles: McCabe Scholars EBoard (Merchandise Manager)

What does leadership mean to you? - Leadership means fostering collaboration, understanding and equity among people of all walks of life.

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Melisa Velasquez-Zunun

Pronouns: she/her/hers
On-campus activities: 180 Degrees Consulting, Student Budgeting Committee, Questbridge Chapter, & Salsa/Bachata Club

Leadership Roles: Student Associate at Student Budgeting Committee, Events Coordinator Intern at Questbridge Chapter

What does leadership mean to you? - To me, leadership is about taking ownership and initiative to create impactful work!