Mahdi is pursuing an honours bachelor of science, specializing in biotechnology with a major in biology for health sciences and a minor in chemistry at the University of Toronto Mississauga. He served as president of the UTM Pre-Medical Club and is a medical first responder with ECSpeRT, providing on-site emergency care during campus events. As a facilitated study-group leader, he supports student learning in core science courses through collaborative academic mentorship. Mahdi is completing a senior thesis examining the correlation between multiple sclerosis and aging. Outside of academics, Mahdi is committed to community health advocacy and organizes local walking programs to promote accessible wellness and preventative care.