Congratulations to Maedeh on successfully passing her oral qualifying exam! This major milestone marks a critical step in the journey toward earning a Ph.D. The oral qualifying exam assesses a student’s depth of knowledge, research readiness, and ability to think critically within their field. By passing this rigorous examination, Maedeh has officially advanced to Ph.D. candidacy—a significant achievement that reflects her hard work, dedication, and academic excellence. We’re proud of her progress and excited to see her continued contributions to the field!