I am an educator and researcher with teaching experience in law, political science, governance, public policy, and contemporary political affairs. My teaching connects theoretical concepts with real-world political and institutional developments and emphasizes critical thinking, evidence-based analysis, discussion, and independent research.
At Rutgers University–Camden, I teach courses addressing global politics, civil society, social change, governance, and contemporary political issues. My teaching incorporates comparative perspectives and encourages students to connect political concepts with current events and empirical evidence.
At Herat University, I taught and developed undergraduate courses in law, governance, and public policy. I also organized academic workshops, conferences, and student-centered educational initiatives and worked with university administrators, community organizations, and international partners on institutional development.
An examination of governments, political institutions, political dynamics, and contemporary developments across the Middle East. Students use comparative political analysis to understand the interaction between states, institutions, societies, and citizens.
View Syllabus →View
This course examines the relationship between civil society, political power, protest, and political development across different societies and political contexts. Students explore how citizens, organizations, and social movements challenge, negotiate, and respond to political authority.
View Syllabus →View
This course examines the political systems, institutions, conflicts, and contemporary political developments of South and Southeast Asia through a comparative perspective.
View Syllabus →View
I believe effective teaching should help students move beyond memorizing concepts toward asking meaningful questions, evaluating evidence, engaging competing perspectives, and developing their own analytical arguments.
I encourage students to connect theoretical frameworks with contemporary political and social issues and to approach complex questions with curiosity, evidence, and intellectual openness.
Beyond classroom instruction, I have mentored students and emerging researchers through academic programming, professional development, research activities, and international academic networks. I am particularly interested in helping students develop research skills, communicate their ideas effectively, and connect academic learning with professional and civic engagement.