“You can, you should, and if you’re brave enough to start, you will.” – Stephen King
Wanting to be part of something meaningful, Zainab decided to give HOSA a try, initially she was drawn by its healthcare focus, only to discover it was beyond that. As her chapter’s Event Manager and later Social Media Manager, she found a community, a creative outlet, and a path to leadership. After attending her first ever FLC, she decided HOSA was the place for her. Through the HOSA hype internship, she connected with like-minded members, strengthened her leadership skills, and gained a deeper understanding of HOSA’s impact across Minnesota. After learning about her chapter’s post-COVID decline, Zainab made it her goal to rebuild it to be stronger than ever. With the support of her board and members, the chapter was named 2025 Chapter of the Year. Now, she’s excited and honored to expand her impact statewide as the 2025-2026 Vice President of Engagement.
From watching Doc McStuffins every morning before school to joining her high school’s biomedical program and taking medical-related courses each year, Zainab has always been passionate about healthcare. Now a senior at Coon Rapids High School, she is excited to graduate and pursue her dream career. Driven by her love for helping others, Zainab plans to major in Biology and follow the pre-med track. Her ultimate goal is to become a pediatrician, combining her compassion, curiosity, and love for kids to make a difference in the lives of children and their families. As a State Officer, Zainab hopes to inspire others to strengthen their involvement in HOSA, find their own passions, and discover the supportive community that she has cherished.
Outside HOSA, Zainab is involved in other extracurriculars, including Leo Club, NHS, Speech, and 4-H. When she isn’t studying, participating in one of her extracurriculars, or brainstorming ideas for her chapter’s next HOSA meeting, Zainab enjoys binge-watching true-crime documentaries, mystery TV shows, or reading mystery novels. Can you tell she loves a good mystery? Zainab also cherishes spending time with her family and friends. She loves watching Arabic TV shows with her mom, or experimenting with a new recipe she found on Instagram. When she doesn’t feel like doing anything, you can find her trying to beat her highest score in block blast, or taking an after school nap.
Zainab is beyond excited and honored to serve as Minnesota HOSA’s 2025-2026 Vice President of Engagement. She can’t wait to connect with chapters across the state and help members feel inspired, involved, and empowered. Zainab wants to work together to spark connection, passion, and purpose that will reach beyond our chapters and into the future of healthcare.