Hana Hamdi (GA)
Pronouns: she/her
Yale School of Nurshing ‘26: Nurse-Midwifery
Why AACC? Community, History, and Culture– all things I love and I think are missing in my experience as a graduate/professional school student all the way on West Campus. I love learning about people and their families and heritage, and I love sharing about mine as well, so I am looking forward to being in a space that values those aspects of what make us whole.
What is your favorite Yale class? The Global Health Justice Practicum, it’s an interdisciplinary course with the Law School, Public Health School, Medical School, and Nursing School.
What is your favorite book? Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Kiswa Rahman (GA)
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Yale School of Public Health ‘25: Master of Public Health (Social and Behavioral Sciences with U.S. Health Justice Concentration)
Why AACC? I am drawn to the AACC because of the unique nature of the physical space to complement the ever-present community that comes with a shared Asian identity. At the AACC, I am excited to be a part of building community and supporting the Asian and Asian American identity by cultivating spaces for people to learn not only about their history but also celebrate the history of others. I look forward to contributing to and learning from the vibrant community at the AACC and supporting the important work around this community’s historical, cultural, and social aspects while also tapping into my Pakistani heritage!
What are your hobbies? Film photography, knitting, textile art
What are your favorite artists/bands? Raveena, Coco & Clair Clair, Atif Aslam, & The Spider-Verse Soundtrack
Xuechen Yu (GA)
Pronouns: she/her
Graduate School of Arts & Sciences ‘25: Biostatistics
Why AACC? The warm and welcoming community that values diversity and inclusion.
What is your favorite food? Yangzhou fried rice
What is your favorite movie/TV show? Westworld