Sara Tehrani

Age: 18

Hometown: New Canaan, CT

Last Academic Institution Attended: The George Washington University

Academic Status: Sophomore, Undergraduate

About Me: I study English at The George Washington University and am also pursuing a minor in music. My dream job is to be a Crime Scene Investigator but I am content with pursuing my more realistic goal of becoming a lawyer. I am a pianist of 14 years, a fashion magazine journalist, a Special Olympics and Red Cross volunteer, an avid tennis player and I love to draw, paint, read and write. I perform on a Persian dance team at my school called Aatash and I am also a member of GW’s Co-ed Pre-Law Fraternity, Phi Alpha Delta, and PR Director of the Iranian Cultural Society.

Favorite Musical Artist: Keri Hilson, Beyoncé, Lady GaGa, Britney Spears, 50 Cent, T.I., Lil’ Wayne, Mayday Parade, Taylor Swift, 3OH!3, Ne-Yo, Jason Mraz, Pitbull, Nancy Ajram, Arash, Beethoven

Favorite Physical Activity: Dance, Tennis

Favorite Pastime/Hobby: Painting landscapes, writing poetry, playing the piano, playing tennis, dancing and singing.

Favorite Quote:

“Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.” – Marilyn Monroe

What motivated you join IAAB’s Camp Ayandeh staff: Having attended IAAB’s camp for three years, I understand the invaluable lessons the camp offers its participants. I, personally, gained confidence, great friends, and amazing experiences that assisted me in gaining a deeper level of understanding and appreciation for my dual identity, as well as bringing me closer to the Iranian-American community I so desired to find a place in. I expanded my knowledge of Iranian culture and determined what being Iranian-American meant to me personally through cultural, creative, physical and academic activities. I joined IAAB’s Camp Ayandeh staff team because I hope to make the same positive impact on the lives of Iranian-American youth attending Ayandeh this summer and with the help of the rest of the camp staff I look forward to creating an enjoyable, inspiring and life-changing week for campers.