TEACHING EXPERIENCE

2025 – University of St Andrews, School of International Relations

Computational Team Coordinator
Vertically Integrated Project (VIP) Module: Global Fragmentation and Conflict Management
Responsible for leading student teams on computational analysis tasks and guiding data-driven research on fragmentation and mediation in conflict zones.

2025 – SOAS University of London, International Summer Course on (Im)mobilities (ISCM)

Seminar Convenor
Graduate Seminar: From Structural Violence to ‘Resource Wars’ – The Climate Change, Conflict, and Displacement Nexus
Designed and led an interdisciplinary seminar exploring how climate change influences contemporary resource conflicts and mobility patterns.

2024 – Universität Basel, Institute for European Global Studies

Lecturer (Instructor of Record)
Graduate Block Seminar: Climate Change, Conflict, and Economic Adaptation – Perspectives on Migration and Sustainable Development
Delivered an intensive, interdisciplinary course that bridged climate science, political economy, and international development, including applied policy analysis and case studies.

2018–2023 – Loyola University Chicago, Department of Political Science

Lecturer (Instructor of Record)
Political Science 102: International Relations in an Age of Globalization (40 students)
Delivered lectures, created syllabi and assessments, and facilitated critical discussions on global institutions and diplomacy.

Guest Lecturer
Courses included: Democracy and Refugee Rights, Foreign Policy, and IR Theory in Asia.

Teaching Assistant
Political Science 300D: Faculty-Led Program in Colombia
Supported curriculum delivery and student learning in a short-term study abroad course focused on post-conflict peacebuilding and transitional justice.

2017–2018 – Iowa State University, Department of Political Science

Teaching Assistant
Courses: Ethics and Politics, Comparative Government, Empirical Political Science Research, Political Behavior, and American Institutions: Congress
Responsibilities included leading lab sections, assisting with R/statistics assignments, grading, proctoring, and delivering guest lectures.

 

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Mentorship Experience

  • 2025 – MLitt Thesis Supervisor
    Shreyas Rajagopal, Global Social & Political Thought, University of St Andrews

  • 2025 – Learning Contract Supervisor
    Nives Häfliger, Climate Change and Conflict in the DRC, University of Basel

  • 2024–2025 – PhD Methods Support
    Aarushi Sharma, Katelyn Nutley, Louise Courbin, Erin Sindle, University of St Andrews

  • 2024 – Learning Contract Supervisor
    Melanie Dippel, Conflict Mediation & Negotiation: Data Training, University of Basel

 

LEADERSHIP PROFILE

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Personal Vision: My personal vision is to cultivate balance through intentional self-care and spiritual growth, incorporating practices like yoga and meditation without overwhelming myself. I aspire to extend this harmony to others through acts of kindness and empathy, creating a supportive community where everyone feels valued.

Leadership Statement: As a leader, I am committed to fostering positive change through empathetic guidance, leveraging teaching and mentorship to inspire others. My approach includes driving innovation through rigorous quantitative research, particularly addressing pressing global issues like climate change and migration. I believe in purposeful action that not only leads to personal growth but also contributes to a better, more sustainable and compassionate world.

Values

Strengths

Compassion and Empathy

Achiever

Resilience

Discipline

Learning and Growth

Learner

Integrity and Self-Reflection

Harmony

Community and Contribution

Input

Passions

Needs

Mindfulness

Intellectual Engagement

Yoga

Meaningful Connection

Research

Personal Growth

Reading

Contribution and Impact

Games

Autonomy and Affirmation