Meet Housam Tarrach. This Beedie Luminary from the second cohort of Beedie Luminaries is studying Computer Science and Physics at UVIC. Learn More about Housam.
What is your field of study and why does it interest you?
Currently I am studying Computer Science and Physics at the University of Victoria. What interests me the most about my Computer Science courses is thinking from multiple perspectives and using my problem-solving skills to work out solutions for the problems we are given.
As for my Physics courses, I enjoy going into the lecture and learning the reason for why things behave the way they do. We also learn some of the coolest ideas in lectures which makes it very enjoyable.
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?
You should not waste health and free time.
What would you name the autobiography of your life?
Rumble in the Jungle.
Do you have a motto or personal mantra?
Alhamdulillah.
What was the last experience that made you a better person?
Having to stay home due to Covid-19 made me realize the blessing of the ability to interact with people. I think at some points of my life I may have taken for granted that I always had someone to talk to. But after having to spend most of my time at home due to Covid-19 I now really understand the importance of interacting with people for my psychological well being.
What have you learnt in the last week?
I leaned how to make these Shawarma raps. Not to be bragging but they are on the chef Ramzi level tastiness.
Who inspires you and why?
The story of the UFC fighter Khabib Nurmagomedov is a huge inspiration for me. He was able to achieve success from a very humble beginning, and after becoming one of the top paid and known athletes in the world he remained true to his manners, family and faith.
What might surprise people about you?
I can speak Arabic, Turkish and English.
What is your favourite thing about being a part of Beedie Luminaries?
The Beedie Luminaries staff and members do everything in their hand to make sure of our physical, emotional and financial well being. It is a true honor to be a part of such welcoming community.
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