User:Mai Serageldin/sandbox

Biography
Hello, my name is Mai Serageldin, and I'd describe myself as an ambitious and self-motivated person. I grew up in Cairo, where I attended Akhnaton American school. During those years I got interested in business and my passion for business brought me to the business informatics faculty in Egypt university of informatics, where I'm currently a sophomore student. Outside of my academic pursuits, I like to watch movies and listen to music. I am eager to continue my journey of growth and development, constantly seeking opportunities to expand my knowledge and skills.

Early Life
I am 19 years old; I was born on June 16,2004, in Egypt. I spent my early years engaging in many sports, but my favorite sport was Basketball. My dream was to become a basketball player, and I wholeheartedly pursued that passion for years. I spent countless hours on the court, where I engaged in many basketball matches. Unfortunately, I had a leg surgery, which forced me to stop playing the game I loved. I have encountered many important life lessons and formed friendships, which shaped me into the person I'm today.

Education
I began my educational journey at Akhnaton American School and successfully completed primary, preparatory, and secondary stages. I'm currently a second-year business informatics student at Egypt university of informatics. I am eager to dive in the world of business and technology together, and I wish to have my own business one day.

Life Description
I am a driven and passionate individual who seeks personal growth and improvement. I faced many challenges in my life. one of the most significant challenges in my journey was that I had to transform from the National to the American department in my school. This shift was so hard for me as I had to leave all my friends, whom I knew since kindergarten, and go to a place with no familiar faces. Moreover, The American department required a totally new education system. Through willingness to embrace change, I finally managed to make lots of friends and get used to the new system.

Another Challenge was dedicating myself to internships during the summer break instead of travelling and having fun, knowing well of the long-term benefits of this sacrifice, and how it will add to my work life in the future.

Awards And Accomplishments
I am proud of my notable achievements, including consistent volunteer work at the Egyptian Food Bank, two successful internships at NBK Bank and QNB Bank, and a fulfilling role as a summer camp counselor at GUC. Additionally, I have enriched my skills through diverse courses, I will always be eager to enhance my skills and gain valuable work experience.