Education

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Ph.D. Candidate in Linguistics, George Mason University

M.A. in Linguistics and TESOL, Ball State University

M.A. in Linguistics, University of Dhaka

B.A. in Linguistics, University of Dhaka

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Research & Academic Focus

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My research interests include language documentation and revitalization, Indigenous language reclamation, sociolinguistics, TESOL, multilingual writing, writing pedagogy, and the role of Generative AI in language learning and academic writing.

I have worked on language documentation and revitalization projects connected to Akuzipik / Central Siberian Yupik, with a focus on community collaboration, educational materials, language attitudes, and Indigenous language sustainability.

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Teaching Experience

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I have taught First-Year Composition and English language courses in both U.S. and international contexts. My teaching emphasizes student-centered learning, inclusive classroom practices, process-based writing pedagogy, multimodal composition, and culturally responsive instruction.

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I have experience designing syllabi, developing writing assignments, supporting multilingual writers, facilitating peer review, and integrating digital tools into classroom learning.

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Leadership & Service

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President, Graduate and Professional Student Association (GAPSA), George Mason University.

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In this role, I represent graduate and professional students across the university and advocate for student needs, equity, inclusion, academic support, and stronger institutional pathways for graduate student success.

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Additional leadership and service roles include:

• Non-voting Member, George Mason University Board of Visitors

• Voting Member, Graduate Student Council

• Member, Future of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs Task Force

• Member, Provost Search Committee

• Social Media Subcommittee Chair, AAAL Graduate Student Committee

• Former Vice President, Bangladeshi Graduate Students Association

• Former Board Member, International Student Advisory Board

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Selected Presentations

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• “L2 Writers Reclaiming Voice in the Age of GenAI,” TESOL International Convention & Expo, 2026

• “Invisible Conversations in Graduate Writing: Mentorship, Multilingualism, and Micro-Exclusions,” Conference on College Composition and Communication, 2026

• “Creating Pathways: Engaging Graduate Students in Leadership and Community,” Student Success Symposium, George Mason University, 2026

• “Building Community Relationships in Indigenous Language Research: A Case Study from St. Lawrence Island, Alaska,” American Association for Applied Linguistics, 2025

• “Challenges and Insights: Surveying Language Attitudes in an Endangered Indigenous Language Community,” International Conference on Language Documentation and Conservation, 2025

• “Community Voices: Best Practices for Language Revitalization and Reclamation,” Symposium on American Indian Languages, 2025

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Awards, Grants & Fellowships

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Selected awards and funding include:

• CHR Summer Research Grant, Center for Humanities Research, George Mason University

• Scholars for the Dream Travel Award, Conference on College Composition and Communication

• GAPSA President Scholarship, George Mason University

• Engaged Summer Fellow, Office of Community Engagement and Civic Learning

• Indigenous Language Scholar Award, American Association for Applied Linguistics

• CASBBI National Research Traineeship Summer Research Fellowship

• Ball State University Excellence in Teaching Award, Master’s Leve

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Publications & Public Writing

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My published and public-facing writing includes work on academic writing, graduate student experience, accessibility, and inclusion in academic spaces. I have contributed to AAALGrads Newsletter and BanglaPedia, and I continue to engage in research, writing, and digital communication projects that connect academic work with broader communities.

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Community Engagement & Digital Work

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I have supported community-centered projects through internships and public-facing digital work, including website content, Substack planning, outreach materials, social media strategy, and editorial development. My work brings together research, communication, design, and community engagement.

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Skills

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Research & Language Work: fieldwork, data collection, transcription, coding, qualitative research, corpus-based research, language documentation, curriculum development

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Teaching & Communication: writing pedagogy, TESOL, academic writing support, multilingual student support, workshop facilitation, public speaking

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Digital & Design: Canva, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, web content development, infographics, flyers, blogs, presentations

Technical Tools: R, Python, Praat, COCA, corpus-building tools