Kareem Algarash, a Senior and a Mechanical Engineering major, is the recipient of the RCPD 2024 Student Leadership and Service Award for his contributions that bring awareness, inclusion, and accessibility to the greater MSU community.
Nominated by Tyler Lindquist, Kareem is an exemplar of impactful leadership and altruistic service, making him an outstanding nominee for the Student Leadership & Service Award. Awarded the Samaritan Scholar Award in Fall 2023, Kareem leveraged this opportunity to enhance his academic and extracurricular engagement significantly. His initiative to rejuvenate the International Samaritan (IntSam) MSU chapter underscores his commitment to global service and community improvement. Under his co-presidency, IntSam has executed initiatives like a campus 5K fundraiser, directly funding scholarships that support the holistic needs of individuals in garbage dump communities. This scholarship system is unique in its comprehensive aid, spanning academic expenses to personal essentials, profoundly affecting the recipients and their families.
Kareem’s leadership transcends mere organizational roles; he fosters inclusiveness and connectivity, resonating with MSU’s core values. His dedication to eradicating educational barriers for underprivileged students aligns with the award’s ethos, established to honor the legacies of Jack Shingleton and Marge Chmielewski. Kareem’s efforts embody the ripple effect of the Samaritan Scholarship, not only advancing his academic pursuits but also inspiring a larger wave of philanthropy and student empowerment. His narrative reflects a genuine passion for leadership and service, and his achievements speak volumes of his potential for creating lasting, positive change within and beyond the MSU community.
Congratulations on receiving the 2024 Student Leadership and Service Award!