Award Recognition
Senior Marshal
Zaryaab Khan SEAS’26 is being recognized for her leadership across multiple facets of student life at Columbia Engineering, spanning community, cultural, and Greek organizations. She has contributed to community-building initiatives through groups like the Columbia Science Review, the SEAS Senior Fund, and Girls Who Code; served as president of Club Zamana to strengthen cultural connection on campus; and was VP of foundation for Delta Gamma, supporting philanthropy and service. Alongside her involvement, Khan has grounded her interests in computer science in building tools and systems that create real impact. As a software engineer at the Columbia Daily Spectator and through her work at PwC and Insight Partners in AI and venture, she has focused on developing technology that brings people together and improves access to information at scale. Her work reflects a consistent commitment to using technology in service of community, aligning with a broader goal of engineering for humanity.
“I’m deeply grateful to my family, friends, and the communities that have supported and shaped me throughout my journey. Their encouragement and belief have meant everything. I’m also thankful for the opportunities I’ve been given and truly honored to receive this recognition. It reflects not only my work, but also the people who have lifted me along the way.”