My work at NC State is grounded in a commitment to student engagement, mentorship, and inclusive community building. Across advising, research supervision, and committee service, I strive to create meaningful, high‑impact experiences that support students’ academic, professional, and personal growth.

NC State College Fed Challenge Team – Faculty Advisor

I advise the NC State College Fed Challenge Team, mentoring students as they analyze real‑time macroeconomic conditions, develop near‑term forecasts, and defend a monetary policy recommendation before Federal Reserve judges. This work represents one of the department’s most rigorous experiential‑learning opportunities and directly supports students’ development in data analysis, policy evaluation, and economic communication.

→ Read more on my College Fed Challenge page.

Faculty Advisor, Arab Student Organization (ASO)

As the Faculty Advisor for the Arab Student Organization, I support students in building community, celebrating cultural identity, and fostering cross‑cultural understanding on campus. My role includes:

• Mentoring student leaders

• Supporting event planning and organizational development

• Promoting inclusive programming

• Helping students navigate university resources

ASO plays a vital role in creating a sense of belonging for Arab and Arab‑American students. Advising this organization allows me to support students’ cultural expression, leadership development, and personal growth.

Thesis Co‑Advisor, Department of Economics

I serve as a Thesis Co‑Advisor for graduate students conducting original research in economics. I guide students through:

• Topic development and research design

• Data collection and empirical analysis

• Literature review and theoretical framing

• Drafting, revising, and presenting their work

Thesis advising allows me to mentor students as they transition from learners to researchers, building confidence and scholarly identity.

Committee Service & Academic Leadership

My service to the department and university reflects a commitment to strengthening teaching, student success, and academic excellence. I currently serve on:

• Teaching Innovation & Durable Skills Committee

Supporting initiatives that enhance teaching effectiveness and help students build durable skills such as communication, critical thinking, and data literacy.

• Student Awards, Honors & ODE Committee

Evaluating student achievements, supporting recognition processes, and promoting academic excellence.

• Faculty Library Committee

Collaborating on decisions related to library resources, research support, and instructional materials.

A Holistic Approach to Student Engagement

Across all these roles, a single goal unifies my work:
to create meaningful, high‑impact experiences that help students grow academically, professionally, and personally.

I believe that when students are given opportunities to apply their knowledge, lead with confidence, and engage with their community, they develop the skills and identity needed to thrive beyond the university.