Malayka Ghauri

Malayka Ghauri is a Pakistani-American, first-generation college student from Germantown, MD pursuing a B.S. in elementary/middle special education with certification in elementary education certification and mild to moderate disabilities certification. Since joining the University of Maryland, Malayka has actively engaged in various campus organizations and leadership roles. She is an alum of the Business, Society, and Economy Scholars program and currently serves as the lead marketing officer for College Park Tuning, a local car club.

Malayka’s commitment to education extends through her work with Teach For America through its Ignite Fellowship, tutoring students in low-income communities across the United States in reading and math. For two years, she’s been a dedicated member of Lakeland STARs, serving as a tutor and mentor, supporting elementary students in academic growth and personal development. She is in her second year of being an academic peer mentor for students in STAT100, a foundational math course taught at the university. She also works as a student aide, guiding early learners and supporting teachers at the Center for Young Children.

With aspirations to become an inclusive elementary school teacher in Maryland, Malayka’s caring nature and dedication to fostering supportive learning environments make her a promising future educator.