Fatima Kirklandel

Fatima Kirklandel is a Graduate Assistant with the Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Education (OMSE) at the University of Maryland, College Park. She is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in International Relations, with interests in international affairs, education, and community engagement. In her role with OMSE, Fatima supports the OMSE Academic Excellence Society (OAES) by connecting with students, assisting with events and programs, and creating opportunities for students to feel welcomed, supported, and involved. She enjoys working with students and being a supportive resource they can turn to for guidance, resources, or simply a sense of connection to the UMD community.

Fatima is passionate about creating inclusive and welcoming spaces for students from diverse backgrounds. Her experiences in student leadership, mentorship, administration, and community engagement have strengthened her commitment to helping students succeed both academically and personally.

Outside of school and work, Fatima enjoys learning languages, spending time with her family, and being involved in her community. She speaks English, French, and Wolof and hopes to continue using her education and experiences to serve communities both locally and internationally.