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Nadia Sahila

Graduate Research Assistant

Department
River Hawk Scholars Academy (RHSA)

Research Interests

Diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly in educational settings.

Education

  • Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
  • Bachelor of Arts in Marketing and Management

Biosketch

Nadia Sahila is a dedicated doctoral student at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, specializing in research and evaluation in education. She holds a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing and Management. Currently, Nadia is a graduate research assistant with the River Hawks Scholarship Academy and a teaching assistant for the Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement program, as well as the Research, Academics, and Mentoring Pathways program. Her research interests focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly in educational settings. Recent projects have explored culturally responsive education and gender equity.

Nadia has presented her research at several national conferences and has published work on building teamwork and professional skills in engineering education. Her methodological expertise spans both qualitative and quantitative research. A recipient of multiple awards, including third place in the 2023 World Evaluation Case Competition and winner of the 2023 AEA United States Student Evaluation Case Competition, Nadia is recognized for her contributions to the field of educational evaluation and her commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments.