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  • Name: Obaidullah Barakzai

    Recipient Year: 2025

    Major: International Affairs

    Description: Obaidullah Barakzai is an incoming graduate student at Columbia University, pursuing a Master’s in International Affairs with a focus on economics, policy, and diplomacy. Born in Afghanistan and raised as a war refugee and global citizen, Obaidullah has dedicated his career to advancing educational equity, immigrant and refugee rights, and inclusive policymaking. He aspires to serve as a diplomat and shape international policies that promote peace, economic development, and human rights.

    School Name: Columbia University

    Sponsor: Dr. Agha Saeed Memorial Scholarship

    LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/obaid-barakzai-a981a6137

    Recipient Type: Scholarship Recipient