I came from the Cambridge school system in Pakistan, and they really encouraged us to go outside of Pakistan for our higher studies, and prepared us for that. I did my research and I found IU South Bend most interesting, explains Tahyia. Everything about it was attractive to me: it’s smaller and less crowded and it’s economical with really good scholarships. Students are from diverse backgrounds and can get to know each other’s cultures, so it really feels like a community.
Tahyia is a political science major, with the ultimate goal of becoming a lawyer. Her interest in politics was another major reason she wanted to study in the U.S. Growing up in Pakistan, the culture is completely different than in the U.S. Here, you have more freedom to decide what you want to pursue as a career.
Although Tahyia has basic knowledge regarding American politics, her goal is to continue learning more about it in-depth to be prepared for a law career, through her coursework as a political science major and getting more involved in political science organizations on campus and related internships.
In her free time, Tayhia enjoys singing, art, and playing sports, including badminton and table tennis.
