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Honor Society® member

Aya Elhabashy

Mathematics Instructor, Fresno State at I served as a Mathematics Instructor in a funded summer bridge program organized by HCOP-HPP, designed to introduce freshman students to college-level mathematics. In this role, I reviewed foundational topics and prepared students for their upcoming calculus courses.

  • Class of 2025
  • Fresno, California

Member since October 2022

About

Enthusiastic mathematics graduate student with a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry. Dedicated to expanding my knowledge in sciences, I am always eager to learn. Passionate about supporting fellow learners both formally through tutoring, TAing, supplemental instruction programs, and informally. Experienced research assistant with a keen interest in presenting, discussing, and effectively communicating scientific findings.

Education

  • California State University, Fresno

    Mathematics (grad)

    2023 – 2025

  • California State University, Fresno

    Biochemistry (mathematics)

    2021 – 2023

  • Clovis Community college

    Biology for transfer

    2020 – 2021

  • Qatar University

    Biomedical Sciences

    2017 – 2020

Honors and awards

  • Outstanding Undergraduate student

    Awarded annually to the top-performing undergraduate student in the department. The selected student is nominated by the faculty of the department of chemistry and biochemistry.

  • HIP symposium Distinguished presentation Award

    Award given for presentations gathering the highest reviews by peers.

  • Undergraduate Research Grant, California State University, Fresno

    Awarded to support independent research projects by undergraduate students

  • Carl E. Levin Science and Math Scholarship, California State University, Fresno

    Awarded to a student majoring in science or math with a strong academic record

  • president's list

  • Qatar University full-ride Scholarship

    Awarded to students with exceptional academic performance

Experience

  • Mathematics Instructor, Fresno State

    I served as a Mathematics Instructor in a funded summer bridge program organized by HCOP-HPP, designed to introduce freshman students to college-level mathematics. In this role, I reviewed foundational topics and prepared students for their upcoming calculus courses.

    Jul 2024

  • Teaching associate, Fresno State

    facilitated support sessions for lower-division math courses, helping students lacking basic math background and problem-solving skills improve their performance. Through engaging activities and hands-on experiences, I provided students with opportunities to present their work and enhance their understanding of mathematical concepts.

    Aug 2023 – May 2025

  • Supplemental instruction leader, Fresno State

    As a Supplemental Instruction Leader in Spring 2023, I completed a 20-hour training program focused on effective strategies for group-work activities and peer-teaching session planning. I attended monthly training sessions to stay current with new teaching techniques and developed engaging session content and materials to equip students with effective study guides. I facilitated group-work and peer-teaching sessions, emphasized study skills, and demonstrated ways to enhance learning outcomes. Additionally, I provided students with access to useful resources, redirected them to additional support during office hours, and collaborated with faculty members to ensure the quality of the prepared content.

    Feb 2023 – May 2023

Volunteering

  • I monitored the progress of high school students participating in the Empower Generation Consortium program, evaluating its effectiveness and impact. I provided guidance and mentorship to peers, demonstrating strong leadership skills in a team environment. Additionally, I contributed to the overall success of the program by providing regular reports and analysis to program coordinators.

    Biomedical research center- QU

  • I helped coordinate graduation ceremonies, orientations, and other events attended by over 1,000 students and faculty members, resulting in memorable experiences for attendees. I mentored and supported high school students in their transition to college life, improving the college transition experience for incoming students. I developed and demonstrated effective communication, teamwork, and leadership skills in a demanding and fast-paced environment. Furthermore, I familiarized students and their families with available academic and supportive services, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all attendees.

    Qatar University Volunteering Club

Languages

  • Arabic Advanced
  • English (US) Fluent