Nikki Keating

Teach English and history to students in Forms 2-4 (Grades 8-10 equivalent) at a girls' secondary school; led the transformation of the school library by organizing collections, securing funding and expanding access to educational resources for over 200 students.

Research explores the intersectionality of race and identity within the context of cultural belonging and intellectualism. By conducting in-depth research and interviews It aims to examine the question: "How does being Black shape your relationship with being a nerd?"

Assisted in the Psychology Department's research, contributing to data collection, analysis, and the publication of papers. Recently, I co-authored the paper "Toward a More Expansive Conceptualization of Multiracial Families: Highlighting Queer-Parent Multiracial Families and Multiracial Stepfamilies" with Christine S. Wu.

Composed concise news stories derived from dependable sources. Developed editorial strategies for print, digital media in order to maximize readership and engagement.

Established BIPOC Lenses Magazine, a student-led publication dedicated to highlighting the art and media of students of color. Directed and curated 11 issues, setting the editorial direction and vision to amplify diverse voices and perspectives.

Developed editorial guidelines and standards to maintain quality control. Reviewed copyedited texts to ensure accuracy and consistency of style. Coordinated with authors and other editors throughout the editing process.

Organized and led educational, cultural, and advocacy events on Palestine and Palestinian liberation; researched, wrote, and published articles and educational materials to promote awareness of Palestinian history, politics and anti-colonial movements.