Resume
Skills
Writing
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Translated complex research into clear, compelling prose for non-specialist audiences
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Contributed to flagship research reports, annual reports, newsletters, interviews, and social media content
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Wrote long-form editorial framing (introductions and conclusions) for high-impact publications
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Crafted human-centered storytelling grounded in data and evidence
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Produced educational articles and thought leadership pieces aligned with brand voice and strategy
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Wrote an award-winning scholarly book on marginalized populations in the medieval Islamic world
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Developed marketing and recruitment materials for academic programs
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Adapted writing to strict house styles and institutional voice guidelines
Editorial
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Copyedited and proofread research reports, academic writing, and marketing materials
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Ensured clarity, cohesion, and narrative flow across long-form publications
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Edited for grammar, syntax, tone, and consistency across platforms
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Refined and maintained organizational style guides for transparency and usability
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Provided developmental editing to strengthen structure, argumentation, and audience alignment
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Managed quality control across multi-author, cross-functional projects
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Trained writers and collaborators in editorial best practices
Collaboration
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Led cross-functional projects spanning research, design, marketing, and communications
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Managed complex, multi-author documents in Google Docs and Google Slides, preserving version histories and ensuring clean, organized workflows
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Used Track Changes and Suggestion Mode to provide transparent, actionable editorial feedback
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Maintained clear document control across drafts to prevent version confusion and scope creep
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Communicated efficiently across teams via email, Slack, Zoom, and phone, adapting tone and format to audience and urgency
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Facilitated collaborative revision processes while meeting tight, overlapping deadlines
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Partnered closely with researchers, designers, and communications teams to align narrative, data, and visual storytelling
Other
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Fluent in Modern-Standard Arabic
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Award-winning professor known for engaging, accessible teaching style
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Trained in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and accessibility best practices
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Graduate program coordinator with experience in curriculum development
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Committed to inclusive, values-driven, mission-centered work
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Public speaker and educator experienced in engaging diverse audiences
Professional Experience
2025–2026
Senior Writing Manager, Sandberg Goldberg Bernthal Family Foundation
Wrote public-facing content on women’s equity and advancement for Lean In
2014–2025
Professor of History, West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Expert in Islamic and Middle Eastern history, languages, and cultures.
2022–2025
Book Review Editor, International Journal of Middle East Studies
Solicited book reviews of academic titles; communicated with reviewers and edited reviews
2021–2023
Copywriter & Copyeditor, AnitaB.org
Wrote and edited annual reports on women in technology, including editorial introductions
Education
2012
PhD, University of Chicago
Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations; with honors
2006
MA, University of Chicago
Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations
2004
BA, Rice University
Department of Religious Studies, with honors