Mariama Kema Toure serves as the Mentorship Director of Guineans Succeeding in America (GSA). She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial & Systems Engineering and a Master’s in Engineering Management from Oakland University (OU). Throughout her academic journey, Mariama actively participated in and led various organizations focused on mentorship, leadership, and community building. As the founder and president of the African Student Union, Mariama created a space for African students to excel—a legacy that continues today. She also served as Vice President of BuildOn, a nonprofit empowering youth to serve their communities and build schools in underserved countries. Additionally, she was active in the Society of Women in Engineering (SWE) and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). Mariama’s passion for mentorship began as a mentee in the CORE Ambassador Program through the Center for Multicultural Initiatives (CMI) at OU. She later became a mentor, providing guidance on academics, career planning, and leadership development. Currently, Mariama is an Engineering Program Manager at L3Harris Technologies, an aerospace and defense company. She is dedicated to fostering a supportive community within GSA, empowering students and professionals to achieve their goals. In her personal time, Mariama enjoys exercising, traveling, learning new languages, reading, and spending quality time with family and friends.