Maheen Shahid, She/Her/Hers
I am currently a 4th year Sociology student in the Faculty of Social Sciences. Throughout my undergraduate career, I had the opportunity of participating in various extracurricular pursuits which allowed me to comprehend the value of community building and how the process relies upon fostering a mutual understanding amongst individuals from diverse backgrounds.
I learned that this mutual understanding often stemmed from a common goal of making this world a better place to live. Therefore, when I heard about the CityLAB Semester in Residence program, I was immediately drawn towards the program’s goal of tackling issues facing the Hamilton community today. Moreover, I wanted to partake in the program because it stimulates a learning environment where students are encouraged to apply their unique skills within a real-life setting. Furthermore, my academic interests reside in social policy, public health, as well as crime & deviance.
Outside of the classroom, I enjoy travelling and experiencing what each new place has to offer. My favourite place that I have travelled to would have to be Hong Kong due to its urban architecture.