Amariyah Ayee

Grant Category:	Fulbright-Nehru English Teaching Assistant
Project Title:	N.A.
Field of Study:	Education
Home Institution:	Duke University, Durham, NC
Host Institution:	Queen Mary’s College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Grant Start Month:	July 2023
Duration of Grant:	Nine months

Brief Bio:

Amariyah Ayee is a recent graduate of Duke University with a master’s degree in biomedical science. While at Duke, she volunteered with seniors in the Durham community and also served on the volunteer committee. She graduated from Claflin University as a valedictorian in 2022 with a degree in biology and a minor in chemistry. At Claflin, she enjoyed tutoring students as a supplemental instructor and also volunteered at the University Writing Center and Boys and Girls Club.

Amariyah has always desired to be a physician and serve individuals in underserved communities. She has been accepted to medical school on a full tuition scholarship, which she plans to pursue following her Fulbright experience. She is excited to serve as a cultural ambassador and share her love for learning with her students.