Hi! My name is Veeda Khan and I am an undergraduate student at the University of Texas at Austin. Estoy especializado en Chemistry with a Certificate in Spanish for Medical Professionals. I’m originally from the Dallas area and some of my hobbies include running, fashion, and checking out new coffee places in different cities!

1. What is a fun fact about you?
A fun fact about me is that I’m learning how to DJ in my spare time!
2. Why did you first get involved with EGBI?
I initially decided to get involved with EGBI because I was looking for ways to serve the Austin community. I saw EGBI had volunteer opportunities that allowed me to get involved with the Spanish community of Austin and share my skills, so it seemed like a perfect fit!
3. How has your experience with EGBI helped you grow professionally and personally?
Volunteering with EGBI has allowed me to develop my Spanish skills immensely. As a non-native Spanish speaker, having the opportunity to practice and exercise my Spanish through blog translating has enabled me to retain and improve my skills. Translating blogs for EGBI has also allowed me to better understand the needs of the Austin community, as there is a huge community of Spanish speakers in Austin who are in need of help in their native language. I aspire to pursue a career in medicine, and knowing a second language will allow me to treat a greater demographic of patients, especially living in Texas.
4. What part of EGBI’s mission resonates most with you?
EGBI’s mission to support Austin’s community is what resonates most with me. Oftentimes, people have dreams that they are hesitant to pursue because of the lack of guidance and support, and I’m glad that EGBI has made it their mission to offer people the resources they need to find success and fulfillment!
5. What was the most rewarding moment you had while volunteering for EGBI? The most rewarding aspect of volunteering with EGBI has been the opportunity to reach the underserved and underrepresented populations of Austin. I’m so glad that the work I have been able to do with EGBI is enabling members of the Spanish community to have access to resources and pursue their passions.
6. Why do you think others should volunteer or support EGBI?
EGBI is a non-profit organization that supports aspiring business owners, whose mission could use lots of support from others. There are lots of ways to get involved with EGBI, and joining their team is a great way to get involved in fulfilling work while supporting the Austin community!
Do you want to help the underprivileged and underrepresented of Austin? Volunteer with EGBI by contacting us at Hello@egbi.org
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