Nafisa Ali is a student pursuing her Master’s in Data Science at the School of Engineering and Applied Science. Prior to coming to Columbia, she studied electronics and communication engineering in India and worked as an advanced data scientist at a leading healthcare consulting firm. She is passionate about women’s right to access education and healthcare. For Women’s History Month, Nafisa spoke to us about how her experiences in India have inspired her to create a change for future generations of girls.
Suane Larissa Bispo dos Santos is a student at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA). Originally from Brazil, she came to New York City with her family in 2023 to pursue a Masters degree in Public Administration. For Women’s History Month, she spoke with us about role models who empowered her growing up, raising her son in a male dominated society, and how she hopes to inspire young girls and give back to her community.