RESUME
EDUCATION
The Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University
Master of Public Service and Administration, candidate
Certificate in Nonprofit Management, candidate
Track: Public Management
Concentration: Education Policy
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AmeriCorps VISTA Blend
Certificate, Resource Development: Fundraising & Grant Writing
Certificate, Volunteer Mobilization
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Houston Baptist University
Bachelors of Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies
Concentrations: General Math & Science and Business
HONORS AND AWARDS
AmeriCorps Segal Education Award
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Bush School Scholarship Kathy B. '81 and Peter D. Huddleston '80 Endowed Fellowship
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Texas A&M University – The Bush School of Government and Public Service
Graduate Research Assistant Fall 2017 - Present
Compiled a diversity report to assess diversity and inclusion strategies at Texas A&M University compared to other leading institutions of Higher Education. Created a key-terms database for the Journal of Public Administration Research and Theory to improve the key terms search within the Journal. Advertised and created flyers for the Carlos Cantu Foundation Latinx Policy Issues Series.
2017 Summer Intern May 2017- July 2017
Coordinated and advertised Refugee Week events across Wales. Created Digital Flyers, and successfully campaigned to increase awareness and attendance to events. Wrote press releases for Welsh media outlets, and blog posts for Swansea City of Sanctuary website to highlight asylum seekers in the Swansea community. Developed knowledge on the asylum seeking process in the UK as well as the school system in Wales. Developed a program for students to familiarize themselves with the asylum seeking process and refugee crisis. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_uQK5ezPhY)
AmeriCorps VISTA
Financial Aid and College Success Coordinator at CollegeCommunityCareer Feb. 2015 – May 2016
Prepared low income, first generation high school students for admission to and graduation from a four-year university. Developed a program to increase FAFSA/ TASFA completion amongst high school seniors and college students. Collaborated with the Houston FAFSA Day Initiative to strengthen and expand their efforts. Created and presented Financial Aid Presentations for staff members, students, and parents. Formulated and recommended a sustainable financial aid curriculum. Found effective ways to connect with students to ensure college success. Maintained a social media presence in order to communicate effectively with students. Developed expert knowledge of FAFSA and TASFA financial aid process, DACA and FERPA policies. Drafted and wrote semi-annual reports. Created a scholarship database. Facilitated a way for undocumented students to participate in the program.
The Bush School of Public Service and Government – Ambassador’s Council
The Bush School of Public Service and Government – Diversity and Inclusion Committee
The Bush School of Public Service and Government – Public Service Organization
Houston Baptist University Math Club
Global Classrooms Houston - Director of United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Amaanah Refugee Services
Walnut Bend Elementary After School Program
Provided an academic and social development for refugee students through homework assistance and tutoring. Fostered a safe environment where students can excel academically and socially.
Islamic Society of Greater Houston Spring Bazaar Committee
Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator
Recruited and organized volunteers for planning and participating in the Spring Bazaar. Calculated volunteer logistics, and created volunteer schedules. Oversaw volunteer duties throughout the Spring Bazaar. Identified and collected donations from community members for sponsorships. Created graphics for advertising and promotion. Developed donation and sponsorship forms and documents.
Islamic Society of Greater Houston Summer Camp: Camp Noor
Co-founder and Financial Director
Pioneered a camp that was educational, fun, and enriched the children’s interest in their faith. Implemented a successful advertisement campaign, yielding an unprecedented enrollment. Recruited responsible camp councilors and volunteers. Developed and oversaw all financial transactions such as pricing enrollment fees, managing not-for-profit tax exemption forms, handling petty cash, and administering camp councilor payrolls. Created and managed a user-friendly website with all camp details and information.
Memorial Muslim Youth Council
President
Coordinated and oversaw community events with other council members for the purpose of engaging the youth’s involvement in their society. Communicated with council members on designing and handling plans. Organized council meetings and delegated responsibilities among members.
Islamic Society of Greater Houston
Sunday School Teacher
Created and taught to students KG–12th grade and substituted when needed. Organized and prepared community service days and graduation ceremonies. Volunteered at the annual fundraising carnivals.
Houston Food Bank
Volunteer
Prepared and packaged meals to be distributed to homeless shelters and after school programs such as Backpack Buddies.
ILM Academy
Fundraiser Volunteer
Registered guests and children at the annual fundraising gala, as well as advertised the event. Input donor information, and collected donations.
LANGUAGEÂ AND SKILLS
LANGUAGES: Urdu (Oral)
SOFTWARE: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook), Maple: The Essential Math Software for Mathematics and Modeling, MATLAB: programming language with statistical features, and proficiency with PC and MAC. Prezi. Google docs. STATA.