Chat with an Otterbein Ambassador – Yasmeen Khafagy ’25

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Major: Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Public Health Education​

Minor: Psychology and Chemistry

High School: Hilliard Bradley High School

Home Town: Hilliard, OH

Extra Curriculars/Involvement at Otterbein:
I’m a Van Sant Fellow, and I’m involved in Otterbein University Student Government, Mulslim Student Association, Eta Sigma Gamma. I’m also an International Student mentor, Diversity Ambassador, and a American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology student leader.

Do you have a job on campus?
I workd to help recruit and retain diverse students.

Are you part of the Honors program at Otterbein?
No

Have you been involved in research at Otterbein?
I just joined a project with Dr. Braun!

Have you studied abroad while at Otterbein?
No

What are your plans after graduation?
I plan to go to medical school.

What is your favorite spot around town (Columbus, Westerville, etc)?
Espresso Air in Uptown Westerville is my favorite.

What is your favorite event or tradition at Otterbein?
My favorite is Homecoming!