Growing up in Cairo, incoming first-year student Malak Tawfik pursued a sport not often encouraged for girls — an ambition that has brought her to Berkeley.
Growing up in Cairo, incoming first-year student Malak Tawfik pursued a sport not often encouraged for girls — an ambition that has brought her to Berkeley.
By Anne Brice
Malak Tawfik started diving at age 5, competed in the Olympics at 16 and now, two years later, is joining UC Bekeley's diving team as a first-year student.
Courtesy of Malak Tawfik
August 28, 2026
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