Student Profile: Rayan Obaidullah Allehyani

Rayan Obaidullah Allehyani is an international student from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. As an undergraduate, he studied Mechanical Engineering. After this, he got a Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health from Murray State University.

At Murray State, Allehyani had many opportunities to network and learn. He completed a summer internship and became a member of two honors societies: Phi Kappa Phi and Gamma Beta Phi-National Collegiate Honor Organization. This allowed him to meet others who have excelled academically.


Allehyani also participated in a Safety Professional Conference (NECA) from May 19, 2014 to May 21, 2014 in Chicago, IL, USA. This conference gives safety professionals working in the electrical contracting industry the opportunity to learn about the evolving industry, educational tracks and networking opportunities.

Murray State University helped Allehyani learn more about Occupational Safety and Health, and it introduced him to many others with similar interests. He was recognized by multiple honors societies, and just began a new job in his field. As an international student at Murray State, Allehyani was able to grow from the classes, societies and networking opportunities.