Leadership and Professional Experiences

"Leadership is not about being in charge. It's about taking care of those in your charge." - Simon Sinek

My approach to service is deeply rooted in the belief that meaningful contributions come from a balance between personal growth, community impact, and the upliftment of others. I have always viewed leadership and professional service as opportunities to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where learning, growth, and empowerment can thrive.

In all my leadership roles, whether as President of the INFORMS OU Student Chapter or during my involvement with large-scale conferences, I have prioritized creating spaces where diverse voices can be heard and supported. I believe that true progress, both in academia and in society, stems from empowering individuals, especially those from underrepresented communities, and providing them with opportunities to flourish.

Service, to me, is not just about fulfilling responsibilities but about taking the initiative to solve problems and address challenges that hinder collective growth. I aim to lead by example, demonstrating resilience, empathy, and dedication in every role I take on. By organizing workshops, mentoring students, and promoting interdisciplinary dialogue, I strive to create environments where both personal and professional development are nurtured. At the heart of my service is the philosophy that knowledge and growth should be shared. By mentoring students and guiding them through their research journeys, I am not only contributing to their success but also helping to build a community where knowledge flows freely and mutual support is the foundation for success.

This philosophy drives my ongoing commitment to serve both the academic community and the broader society. I am dedicated to creating lasting impact by nurturing talent, promoting diversity, and fostering a culture of resilience and collaboration.

Professional Activities

Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)

January 2022 – Present

Student Member

Institute for Operations Research and Management Sciences (INFORMS)

August 2021 – Present

Student Member

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

August 2022 – Present

Student Member

American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE)

August 2023 – Present

Student Member

Society of Risk Analysis (SRA)

August 2021 – Present

Student Member

Leadership & Extracurricular Activities

INFORMS OU Student Chapter (Norman, OK, USA)

May 2023 – August 2024

President

The Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (IORMS) is a global organization that brings together practitioners in the disciplines of operations research, management science, and analytics.

Faculty Advisor: Professor Kash Barker

Duties:

Planned and conducted workshops and seminars on advanced topics in operations research, management science, and analytics, facilitating knowledge sharing and skill development among chapter members and the broader academic community.
Fostered collaboration with industry professionals and academic experts by organizing networking events, guest lectures, and panel discussions, enhancing the chapter's engagement with the global INFORMS community and providing members with valuable industry insights and career opportunities.

Contribution to the Chapter: New Addition of Graduate Student Research Seminar ("ScholarsConnect 2024"), Seminar Series for Academic Job Search ("Academic Aspire 2024")

INFORMS OU Student Chapter (Norman, OK, USA)

January 2021 – May 2023

General Secretary

The Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (IORMS) is a global organization that brings together practitioners in the disciplines of operations research, management science, and analytics.

Faculty Advisor: Professor Kash Barker

Duties:

Supporting the members with financial arrangement for arranging any workshop or events with the university.
Assisting the rest of the student chapter officers in the development of financial policies, how expenses are repaid, and how small cash costs are handled.

Gradaute Student Senate, University of Oklahoma (Norman, OK, USA)

August 2022 – Present

Senator, International Student Affairs

As a member of the Graduate Student Senate (GSS) International Student Affairs team, I had the opportunity to work with fellow graduate students to address issues and improve the experiences of international students on campus.

Reporting Officer: Claire Burch

Duties:

- - Collaborated with the International Student Affairs team to plan and execute events to support international students and promote cultural exchange on campus.
  - Advocated for the needs and concerns of international students in meetings with the Graduate Student Senate and university administration.
  - Facilitated communication between the International Student Affairs team and international students to ensure their voices were heard and their needs were being addressed.

International Student Services (ISS), University of Oklahoma (Norman, OK, USA)

August 2022 – Present

NISO Peer Mentor

NISO Peer Mentor Program is a valuable resource for new international students at the University of Oklahoma. The program pairs experienced student mentors with incoming international students to provide guidance and support during their transition to the university and American culture. Through a variety of activities and events, the program promotes cross-cultural understanding and helps students build social connections on campus.

Reporting Officer: Youssef Kamel

Duties:

Mentored a group of new international students by providing guidance on academic, social, and cultural adjustment to the US and the OU campus.
Collaborated with NISO staff and other peer mentors to develop and implement various events and activities to promote cross-cultural understanding and facilitate social connections among international students.
Maintained regular communication with mentees through email, social media, and in-person meetings to address any questions, concerns, or challenges they encountered during their transition to OU.

Association of Supply Chain Management OU Student Chapter (Norman, OK, USA)

January 2022 – December 2022

President

APICS, currently known as the Association for Supply Chain Management is a not-for-profit international education organization offering certification programs, training tools, and networking opportunities to increase workplace performance.

Faculty Advisor: Professor Natasha Poularikas

Duties:

Organizing various events which can help students to improve their knowledge of supply chain management.
Assisting the rest of the student chapter officers in for searching the best speakers for the programs, managing financial issues, and also helping students doing their research in the area of the supply chain.

IEOM MIST Student Chapter (Dhaka, Bangladesh)

January 2019 – December 2020

Founder and Faculty Advisor

IEOM Student Chapter can help students in the development or enhancement of their essential outer skills, including leadership, communications, organization, planning, time management, budgeting and finance, and other professional skills.

Duties:

Represented IEOM in MIST and inform students about the role of the IEOM Society and help the students during the workshop and conferences.
Provided students valuable information about current research trends and inform students about IEOM Conferences so that they can publish their research papers there.