Abi Merchant

Hey you! Yes, you. Here’s a little secret — I might look extremely Indian, but I was actually raised in Dubai. Growing up in an environment with such a diverse group of people has taught me how to navigate cultural and language barriers with ease and to value every voice in a community.

Back in school, I took on the role of a career counsellor, honing my communication and organizational skills by planning events, mediating between teachers and students and using constructive feedback to make meaningful change.

I intend to take all these skills I’ve learnt and instead of making grand promises, I guarantee to put in consistent effort to make sure that your concerns are heard, valued and acted upon. With your vote I aim to make our first year of Chemical engineering a more welcoming and hospitable experience — inclusive to everyone!