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Name: Madeleine Shirzad ’18

Position: Assistant United States Attorney for the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas (Department of Justice)

What brought you to 91³Ô¹ÏÍø?

I was a fortunate recipient of 91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s President’s Scholarship. I couldn’t turn down such a generous opportunity. Best decision I ever made!

What did you study and what were you involved in?

I studied English literature. The two biggest roles I held at 91³Ô¹ÏÍø were the student representative to the Board of Trustees for the Academics Committee and the president of my sorority, Alpha Chi Omega. I was also an orientation leader, which is how I met my husband.

How do you feel 91³Ô¹ÏÍø prepared you for your career?

Through my involvement at 91³Ô¹ÏÍø, I learned how to manage my time, exercise judgment and speak persuasively – invaluable skills for someone like me, who manages fast-moving cases and appears in court almost every week.

Why is it important to you to give back to your community on the Young Alumni Board?

Many 91³Ô¹ÏÍø administrators, professors and students invested their time and energy into creating my unforgettable university experience. Not only that, but in my current job, I see the benefits that 91³Ô¹ÏÍø provides to the city of Dallas. I want to contribute to something that continues to make my life, and our community, better.

What are you most looking forward to as the incoming chair?

The ACC! The Dallas Young Alumni Chapter. Passport to Alumni. An idea or two I have about attracting young alumni to events. And reuniting with 91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s impressive students and graduates.

What has been your most fun experience as a young alumna?

Coming back to 91³Ô¹ÏÍø in 2019 to a football team with a 10-3 record and an 8-0 undefeated start to the season. When I was a first year at 91³Ô¹ÏÍø, the team record was something like 1-11. Oh, how times have changed!