Ailin Karimiarekhloo 

 

Hometown: Shiraz, Iran

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Major: Computer Science / Undergraduate

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Languages: Farsi, English, Turkish

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Hobbies:  Doing sports, traveling, baking, making crafts

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I am from Shiraz, Iran, a city celebrated for its rich history, Persian poetry, and cultural traditions like Yalda and Nowruz. Growing up in such a vibrant environment inspired my passion for community building and cultural activities.

I earned my IB diploma from Mehr-e Taban, an international school in Iran, where I served as Head of the Student Council and completed over 30 hours of service each semester as part of the events team.

Currently, I am pursuing my Bachelor's degree in the U.S. while taking on multiple leadership roles. I am the leader of two PSU organizations: the Iranian Student Association of Portland (ISAP) and the Arab Persian Student Organization (APSO). I also serve as a Peer Wellbeing Coach at SHAC and a Marketing Leadership Fellow at the Student Sustainability Center (SSC).

These roles have shaped my journey from Shiraz to the U.S. and fostered my growth and dedication to supporting others and promoting cultural exchange within my communities.