Arwa Aboal-Hijja
TX
Summary
A dedicated Political Science student specializing in international relations consistently recognized on the Dean's List for academic excellence. Proven versatility demonstrated through roles as a Research Assistant for the Chair Professor of the Political Science Department, internship with a non-partisan nonprofit organization focused on AAPI issues, and a teacher position in an aftercare program. My research and organizational skills contribute meaningfully to academic and community oriented pursuits.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University Of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Generated detailed Excel sheets cataloging UN representatives' remarks on the Israel-Palestine conflict to reveal evolving attitudes across timelines.
- Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and peer-reviewed articles.
- Developed an outline detailing pivotal events in the conflict through qualitative research approaches to unravel both sides perspectives on the war.
Intern
Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs
Los Angeles, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Worked with team members to create a sponsorship proposal that was presented to members of the Nevada Legislative Caucus.
- Produced reports and articles outlining significant issues that Asian Americans and Pacific Islander communities face across America.
- Assisted with creating visual graphs using demographic metrics and surveys gathered from the organization.
Aftercare Teacher
AlphaBEST
Frisco, TX
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Managed and organized a classroom of 20+ students ages between 5-12 while guiding them through curriculum and activities.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's performance and progress in the program.
- Assisted with homework completion, including providing additional support when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2024
Associate of Arts -
Collin County Community College District
Plano, TXSkills
- Data analysis (SPSS, RStudio)
- Research methods
- Microsoft Office products
- Project Management
- Technical Writing
- Public presentations
- Adaptability
- Google sheets
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Colin College Mock Trial, Felder v. Koller Campbell Air, LLC, award winning expert witness member.
Personal Research
- Quantitative research on the ability of ethnic sovereignty movements being able to establish a state.
Timeline
Research Assistant
University Of Texas At Arlington
01.2024 - Current
Intern
Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs
01.2024 - Current
Aftercare Teacher
AlphaBEST
01.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Arts -
Collin County Community College District