Niharitha Hariharan
Specialized - GCL
Niharitha Hariharan is a student in one of the UAB Honors College’s specialized programs, the Global and Community Leadership Honors Program (GCL). She is pursuing a major in cancer biology, a joint program between the College of Arts and Sciences and Heersink School of Medicine.
As a STEM-based major, Niharitha chose GCL because she wanted to explore additional interests on campus and strengthen her leadership skills. She credits GCL courses and experiences in helping balance her academic goals and grow professionally outside of the classroom, becoming a well-rounded student.
Niharitha’s passion for understanding differing perspectives and creating a safe space for students piqued her interest in leadership during her freshman year. She became involved in the Honors College Leadership Council (HCLC) as the community service chair to help plan memorable activities that help students engage with the community and make an impact. She also serves as president of the GCL Leadership Council to ensure student needs are addressed through various initiatives. On campus, she is a member of CURE Childhood Cancer and Spanish Club.
When Niharitha finds free time, she loves staying active in the gym. During finals week, she also looks forward to the Honors College’s Finals Frenzy, a week of encouragement with themed programming, to relax and catch up with friends between exams.
“The Honors College has given me several opportunities to develop my communication, teamwork, and organizational skills while learning how to take initiative and work with different people. I’ve been able to grow through these experiences, both inside and outside the classroom, which will help me in medical school and a career in medicine.”
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