Hi! I’m Faiza Mian, and I’m incredibly passionate about environmental justice, sustainable design, and innovative technologies. These interests shape everything I do and drive my enthusiasm for making a positive impact. I absolutely love reading and volunteering, always on the lookout for new opportunities to learn and help others. During high school, I immersed myself in various clubs and activities. I was a proud member of the National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, English National Honor Society, Green Club, and the Book Club. I also enjoyed being part of the badminton and cross country teams. Beyond school, I eagerly sought out exciting opportunities like the STEMcx Environmental Justice Internship, BUILD.org’s Youth Fellowship Programs, a newsletter internship, being a summer camp counselor at the Y, the UMD Yuri Kochiyama Leadership Program, and the SPLASH! club at Johns Hopkins University. This fall, I’m thrilled to be starting my journey at Carnegie Mellon University to study architecture. I can’t wait to blend my love for nature, design, and technology to create innovative and sustainable spaces. As an extroverted and nature-loving person with a passion for learning languages, I’m excited to meet new people, explore new ideas, and continue growing both personally and academically.