Curriculum Vitae
Education
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University & University of North Carolina Greensboro, Doctoral Student
Present
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University of North Carolina Greensboro
2021
Post- Baccalaureate Certificate in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
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Marywood University, Master of Social Work
2017
Honors: Cum Laude
East Stroudsburg University, Bachelor of Science, Social Work; Minor: Women’s Studies
2015
Honors: Magna Cum Laude
Research
African Americans Living with Sickle Cell Disease: Patient Perception of their Provider Experiences Post New Guidelines for Prescribing Opioid Medications
February 2020
Role: Project Coordinator, Co-Primary Investigator
No Salary Support
Self -Esteem and Social Media and Its Impact on Hijab For Muslim Women in America
October- December 2019
Role: Primary Investigator
No Salary Support
Perspectives of HIV Prevention Among Incarcerated Women: Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis as a Potential Biomedical HIV Intervention
April 2018 - present
University of North Carolina Center for AIDS Research Developmental Award
Funder: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, National Institutes of Health
Role: Graduate Research Assistant
Amount: $30,000
PrEP at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (Subaward)
April 2017- present
Duke University Subcontract- National Institutes of Health
Role: Graduate Research Assistant
Amount: $1,400
Funding
Self-care perceptions of Muslim American Women :Data Analysis
Summer 2021
University of North Carolina Greensboro, School of Health and Human Sciences
Role: Primary Investigator
Amount: $2,000
Self-care perceptions of Muslim American Women: Data Collection
Summer 2020
University of North Carolina Greensboro, School of Health and Human Sciences
Role: Primary Investigator
Amount: $2,000
Conferences and Presentations
Hussein, A. Guest Speaker. She Speaks: Academic Muslimahs. Season 4 Ep.28 Self-Care. February 2021. https://anchor.fm/academicmuslimah/episodes/028-Aalih-Hussein-eq9vem
Hussein, A. & Vance, M. Brave Classrooms for Diverse Bodies: Employing Fanonian Theory to Understand Muslim American Women. Council of Social Work Education 2020 Annual Program Meeting. Denver, Colorado. 12 November 2020.
Parker, Gharbi, Glover, & Hussein. PrEP at an HBCU: A Male’s Perspective. Council of Social Work Education 2020 Annual Program Meeting. Denver, Colorado. 12 November 2020.
Varker, Hussein, Gonzalez, Simmons, & Arias Orozco. Within Our Skin: Multicultural Reflections of Passionate Pedagogy. American Educational Studies Association 2020 Annual Program. San Antonio Texas. 28 October 2020.
Publications and Drafts
A Qualitative Study Exploring the Potential Impact of PrEP at an HBCU in Southern United States
Sexual Relationships and PrEP Uptake at an HBCU
Work Experience
Adjunct Faculty: Aug 2021- present
Pennsylvania State University
Responsibilities include reviewing and improving syllabi, understanding students' needs, developing engaging lesson plans, and ensuring the relevant learning resources are available. You should also be able to evaluate student performance and address any issues promptly.
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Breast Care Helpline Specialist: Feb 2021-present
Director of Helpline: Krista Berry Park
Using a social work model, assess the psychosocial, emotional, and practical needs of those with breast health/cancer concerns to help identify and prioritize needs, plan and coach for next steps. Provide education, psychosocial support, and information about local or other national resources based on need. Ensure integration of safe, accurate, consistent, evidence-based, culturally responsive breast cancer/health information in delivery of patient services. Provide education, information, coaching and support to patients considering participation in clinical trials, including follow-up contacts.
Licensed Therapist: Feb 2021- present
Everlasting Wellness Counseling; Supervisor Amanda Hunter
Provide counseling to private clients experiencing perinatal and post-partum anxiety, depression and adjustment disorder among other mental health concerns. Provide counseling to minority clients (LGBTQIA+, Muslim American Women, Black woman, etc. ) experience anxiety, depression and adjustment disorder among other mental health concerns
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Oncology Social Worker: 2016-2019
181 East Brown Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Lehigh Valley Health Network-Dale and Frances Hughes Cancer Center; Director of Oncology: Francine Constable
Provide emotional support for oncology patients and their families, co-organize and co-facilitate support groups and survivorship programs. Responsibilities include, but not limited to coordinating transportation, financial counseling, emotional support, member of Cancer Committee, and grant management.
Social Work Student Intern: 2016-2017
206 East Brown Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono; Supervisor Hanif Bey
Observe and perform duties associated with case management and discharge planning for patients
Front-End Representative: 2015-2016
181 East Brown Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Lehigh Valley Health Network-Dale and Frances Hughes Cancer Center; Director of Oncology: Francine Constable
Provide service to patients, maintain accurate medical records, and follow institution’s mission
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Student Worker: 2013-2015
200 Prospect Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
East Stroudsburg University Women’s Center: Supervisor: Andrea McClanahan, PhD
Coordinate events and programs to promote awareness about women’s issues on campus, serve as a resource for students, and engage in intellectual dialogue to promote women’s rights
Extra Curricular Affairs Chairwoman: 2014-2015
200 Prospect Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
East Stroudsburg University, Student Senate Extra Curricular Affairs Committee; Supervisor: John Robinson
Review and process prospective organizations, host monthly summit meeting for clubs and organizations on campus, attend and participate in University Wide Committee and Senate meetings
Community Service and Guest Lectures
Council of Social Work Education Abstract Reviewer: April 2020
Cultural Competence Track
Islam and Muslims Track
Feminist Track
Guest Lecture, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill: February 2020
Theresa Palmer, MSW. Master of Social Work Program
Discussed navigating the identity of a Muslim American woman by providing
personal and professional examples in the Confronting Oppression & Institutional Discrimination class
Guest Lecture, North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University: October 2019
Dr. Sharon Parker, Joint Master Social Work Program
Discussed navigating the identity of a Muslim American woman by providing
personal and professional examples in the Social Work and Human Diversity class
Guest Lecture, North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University: October 2019
Dr. Michelle Vance, Joint Master Social Work Program
Discussed navigating the identity of a Muslim American woman by providing
personal and professional examples in the Social Work and Human Diversity class
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Community Educator: Islamic Studies Teacher: 2017-2019
Stroudsburg Islamic Center Principal: Aisha Moustafa
Develop and teach curriculum that engages students in active learning about Islamic values, lifestyle, and philosophies.
Member – East Stroudsburg University Social Work Advisory Board: 2017-2019
Social Work Department Chair: John Kraybill-Greggo, PhD.
Work with a team of community social workers to develop continuing education programs for the social work community.
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Guest Speaker – Social Work Foundations Class/ Crisis Intervention: 2016-2018
East Stroudsburg University; Social Work Department Chair: John Kraybill-Greggo, PhD
Engage with upcoming social work students about social worker experiences, developing their professional identity, practicing social worker values, and upholding social work ethics
Awards and Achievements​
2021
Inclusiveness Fellowship Award
2015
Gertrude Mary Smith Boddie Scholarship: awarded to a student of color
Shirley Chisholm Award: awarded to a female who demonstrates academic excellence and activism
2014
Martin Luther King Award: awarded to an individual who embodies aspects of Dr. King’s philosophy
Alice De Coppens Sociology Scholarship: awarded to a student with interest in spiritually and sociology
Shelby Starner Memorial Scholarship: awarded to an essay entry promoting social justice
Parents Scholarship
United Nations Panelist, Commission on the Status of Women
Memberships
Inductee: Alpha Kappa Delta International Sociology Honor Society: 2014
Inductee: Iota Iota Iota Women’s Honor Society: 2014
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President, East Stroudsburg University Social Work Student Council: 2013-2015
200 Prospect Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301. Social Work Department Chair: John Kraybill-Greggo, PhD
Host monthly meetings to address concerns for social worker students, broker the students to proper
resources, and meet regularly with Social Work Department Chair to address the needs of the students
Senator, Student Senate Extra Curricular Affairs Committee: 2011-2014
East Stroudsburg University. Student Activities Association
Supervisor: John Robinson
Assist student organizations with specific concerns; help establish student organizations, host charitable events to benefit the local community.
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Treasurer, Muslim Student Association- East Stroudsburg University: 2011-2015
Supervisor: Nurun Begum, PhD
Host awareness events (Islamic Community Dinner, World Hijab Day, Islamic Awareness Week), manage the budget and work closely with the local Islamic Community
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Secretary, Desi Student Organization- East Stroudsburg University: 2011-2015
Supervisor: Pattabiraman Neelakantan, PhD
Host the Diwali Festival of Lights, organize tickets and venue, maintain accurate records.
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President, Feminist Alliance- East Stroudsburg University: 2013-2015
Supervisor: Andrea McClanahan, PhD
Host awareness events (Love Your Body Day, V-day Monologues, Take /back the Night), host weekly meetings, and work closely with the Women’s Resources of Monroe County.
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