Ibtida is a senior at Stuyvesant High School and will be attending Stony Brook University this fall as part of the WISE Honors Program, where she plans to study psychology. At Stuyvesant, she holds several leadership roles, serving as the photo editor for both the school newspaper and yearbook, the events director for the athletic association, and the social media manager for the South Asian Club. Passionate about STEM, Ibtida primarily tutors students in SHSAT and Regents preparation. In her free time, she enjoys capturing street photography with her camera, getting lost in fantasy novels, and baking sweet treats. Her blend of academic dedication, creative interests, and leadership experience allows her to connect with students in a meaningful and well-rounded way.