Dina Nehme

Dynamic and results-driven Ph.D. Candidate in Global Affairs with extensive experience in educational program management, research, and community engagement. Adept at leading innovative projects, securing grants, and leveraging technology to drive organizational success. Recognized for exceptional communication, project management, and strategic planning skills. My role as an Entrepreneurial Lead at the NSF I-Corps Hub has equipped me with a deep understanding of business strategy, market analysis, and customer discovery. Leading an innovative app development project has allowed me to merge my academic knowledge with practical experience, fostering a results-driven approach to problem-solving. In my capacity as a Program Assistant Coordinator at (G)eneration Code, an Apple coding camp hosted on Rutgers University – Newark campus ground; I successfully organized high-profile events, developed multimedia content, and managed logistical operations. These experiences have reinforced my ability to handle multiple responsibilities and ensure the seamless execution of complex projects. Additionally, my role as a Research Assistant at the Chancellor’s Office Initiative has further refined my research and communication skills, enabling me to facilitate interdepartmental collaborations and enhance public engagement through compelling press releases and grant applications. One of my most rewarding experiences has been my involvement with The BOLD’s Women Leadership Network, where I co-authored and disseminated newsletters, orchestrated events, and designed promotional materials. This role has allowed me to engage with a diverse community, promoting leadership and empowerment among women.

• Entrepreneurial Lead, I-Corps Hub Northeast Region, 01/2024, Business Strategy, Business Development, Interviewing, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking, New Business Development
• Associate Apple Swift, NC3 - National Coalition of Certification Centers, 11/2023, EMNA-uTyH, Programming, Swift (Programming Language)
• App Development with Swift, Programming, Bann Center
• Neuro Linguistic Programming Certified Practitioner, Bann Center, 01/2015, Counseling Psychology, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Psychological Assessment

• Edited podcast series “What’s Your Story?” for Student Led Initiative at Rutgers University – Newark giving voice to a diverse student body regarding their educational journey, 04/15/2024 – Ongoing
• Led I-Corps Entrepreneurial Lead Business Model and Progress Weekly Presentations, 04/10/2024 – 06/19/2024
• Organized The Second Annual Event of the University Alliance for Refugees and At-Risk Migrants (UARRM) 2019
• Taught Arabic reading and writing skills to Syrian refugee women in Bekaa, Summer 2019
• Organized and participated in the Rutgers Annual Conference titled “Dynamics of Global Inequality: New Thinking in Global Affairs” 2018
• Presented “Lebanese Affairs and Politics” in an undergraduate class at Rutgers University 2018
• Conducted a full-day training workshop titled “Neuro-Linguistic Programming in Education” at Covenant House Newark 2017

• Snapshots of Covid-19: Structural Inequality and Access to Justice, Feathers S., Boddie E., Nehme D., 2020, The Covid-19 Response and Recovery Project
• Lebanon’s Economic Predicament as a Small Open Economy, Nehme D., Nehme M., 2020, Defense Magazine, Issue 111
• Sectarianism, Fear, and Political Instability in the M.E.: Psychological Approach, Nehme D., 2019, Defense Magazine, Issue 107

• Natalia Ikheloa, Executive Associate - Newark, Ni57@newark.rutgers.edu, 973.353.2760
• Sherri-Ann P. Butterfield, Executive Vice Chancellor – Newark, sbutter@newark.rutgers.edu, 973.353.5541
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