Maisha Imam

Experience

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  The University of Georgia

  Jun 2013 - Jul 2013

  Intern for Young Dawgs Internship Program: Davis Genetics Lab

  • Investigated the disparities of human breast cancer among women and prostate cancer among men from various ancestral groups• Investigated gene expression and regulation that is linked to ancestral genetics and epigenetic responses to environmental cues• Utilized human tissues and cell cultures to define specific genetic links to breast cancer etiology and determined if these mechanisms are distinct among ancestral groups• Identified several genes which are specifically expressed in the most aggressive form of early onset breast cancer• Collaborated with Athens Regional Medical Center and the Northeast Georgia Cancer Care for population studies of the distributions of genetic variations and investigate the epigenetic regulation of these genes in cancer patients in our area• Combined information with environmental exposure data to define environmental agents which cause mistakes in regulation of cancer genes Show less

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  Piedmont

  Aug 2013 - May 2014

  Intern

  • Shadowed doctors at the Athens Regional Medical Center as a high school student• Awarded with a cerficate upon completion due to advocacy efforts and diligence

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  Athens Symphony Orchestra

  Aug 2015 - May 2018

  Violinist

  • Performed violin at a myriad of concerts at the Classic Center• Played with UGA's University Philharmonia as well as local chamber groups and a wedding quartet

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  90.5 FM WUOG

  Aug 2015 - May 2018

  Radio Host

  • Maintained weekly specialty shows to promote local music and news• Trained DJs to ensure the productivity of the radio station

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  The University of Georgia

  Mar 2016 - May 2016

  Dining Room Assistant at Niche Dining Commons

  • Maintained a clean environment, serving up to 600 students a day• Developed interpersonal skills• Provided quality customer service • Performed multiple tasks in a fast paced environment• Ensured proper safety procedures for food preparation and storage

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  Athens Academy

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  Genetics Researcher

  • Studied bioinformatics and researched genes in an effort to eradicate erroneous sequences from NCBI• Researched exotic and emerging avian viral diseases for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Institutes of Health in the Genbank Influenza Research Database in conjunction with the USDA’s Southeast Poultry Research Laboratory (SEPRL)• Performed bioinformatics analysis on all eight gene segments of influenza A virus to identify and try to have these errors corrected• Utilized the Influenza Research Database website NCBI and identified suspect sequences that had non-influenza sequence added to the end of the submitted sequence• Contributed to a total of 2094 sequences that were identified during the 3 years of the project, which represents a 0.73% rate of potential errors.• Contacted sequence submitters alerting them that a sequence had been identified as likely having an error and, if known, what type of error it probably was, and requested the submitter to correct the problem• Contributed to a total of 283 sequences, or 13.5% of the suspect sequences that were corrected in the public databases and helped submit this abstract to the International Symposium on Avian Influenza Show less

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  UGA International Student Life

  Jan 2017 - Aug 2018

  International Student World Leader

  • Supported 300+ incoming international students at orientation in their transition to the United States• Participated in the Language Partner Program to foster relationships, linguistic learning, and cross-cultural exchange

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  Athens For Everyone - UGA Chapter

  Aug 2017 - May 2018

  Cofounder

  • Recruited members and appointed them to subcommittees to brainstorm social justice initiatives in the community• Orchestrated protests and rallies in response to controversial activity between ICE and the local Sheriff’s Department• Scheduled guest speakers and helped set up group communication through social media

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  University of Georgia - Institute for Leadership Advancement

  Aug 2017 - May 2018

  Fellow for Leadership UGA

  • Participated in meaningful opportunities with fellow peers to acquire more knowledge about the challenges and opportunities facing both Georgia and Athens• Collaborated with leaders on creating innovative solutions to address issues throughout the state and locally

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  Jonathan Wallace State House District 119 Campaign

  Sept 2017 - Oct 2017

  Volunteer

  • Recruited canvassers and volunteers on a regular basis with the campaign manager• Engaged with potential voters by going door to door canvassing, working in all weather conditions• Collected voter responses and information and logged them into the VAN database and took extra steps to further increase potential client base by educating people about the value of the organization• Distributed promotional campaign material to the public

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  The University of Georgia

  Sept 2017 - May 2018

  Fellow for UGA Leaders Engaged in Affirming Diversity Fellowship

  • Reviewed current literature on diversity and inclusive leadership in an effort to apply these concepts on campus• Participated in group discussions and discourse on current diversity issues and engaged with campus and local leaders to become more aware of on campus issues • Maintained a portfolio of critical reflections pertaining to the events attended and knowledge attained through the fellowship • Developed an initiative for integrating a mentorship program for incoming freshman of color Show less

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  Representative Spencer Frye Fellowship

  Sept 2017 - May 2018

  Legislative Aide and Fellow

  • Conducted research for proposed and potential legislative initiatives at the Georgia State Capitol for Rep. Frye, especially in the topics of healthcare, education, gun safety reform, and criminal justice reform• Attended a myriad of hearings and briefings and translated details in the form of policy memos for the office• Assisted local campaigns and philanthropic community initiatives such as Habitat for Humanity in Athens, Georgia

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  Russell Edwards

  Apr 2018 - May 2018

  Campaign Manager

  • Engaged with Georgia voters by going door-to-door canvassing and recruited capable volunteers• Collected and logged voter responses and information into the VAN database, a mobile canvassing application• Educated people about the value of the candidate, Russell Edwards, and his push for better safety and education

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  LeaderShape, Inc.

  May 2018 - May 2018

  Participant
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  Muslim Public Service Network

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

  Fellow

  • Contributed with a national network of fellows by living and working with them to help shape the future of American public policy with minority and Muslim representation in government spaces• Participated in graduate-level courses in public policy making, reinforcing knowledge, ethics, and service

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  Broadcasting Board of Governors

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

  Policy Researcher

  • Accomplished public policy research that contributed to Voice of America’s journalism and broadcasting initiatives• Collaborated with professionals in 40+ language services and areas of media transparency, app design, and video• Organized factchecking databases for the Office of Internet Freedom to counter global media disinformation efforts

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  U.S. House of Representatives

  Aug 2018 - Mar 2020

  • Managed the $1.4 million-dollar office budget and submit voucher reimbursements for the Member and staff• Scheduled tours for constituency; completed 474 tour requests as tour coordinator in 2019• Communicated the Congressman’s policy decisions via phone and in-person with constituents• Hired and oversaw five interns every term• Compiled memos, press clips, critical mentions, and legislative research into concise binders for Member’s review• Wrote the Congressman’s personal correspondence to federal agencies and government officials Show less • Represented Congressman Henry C. "Hank" Johnson's Office to constituents by guiding tours of the Capitol, answering phones, and organizing as well as distributing mail • Assisted staff members with constituent casework revolving around issues with federal agencies, specifically on health care, criminal justice reform, and immigration• Contributed research to Legislative Staff in the following Areas: Judiciary, RRCAL, Courts, Intellectual Property, The Internet, and Foreign Affairs• Recorded information at briefings, seminars, committee meetings, and legislative sessions, capturing and translating important details into a comprehensive memo for Staff• Aided the Front Office in processing staff reports, scheduling, incoming appointments • Trained incoming Congressional Interns on office procedures and functions• Answered over 50 phone calls per week on issues ranging from Medicare, DACA, and the Trump Administration• Remained helpful and flexible during the onboarding and transition of two new Legislative Aides Show less

  • Staff Assistant | Office Manager

    Mar 2019 - Mar 2020

  • Congressional Intern

    Jan 2019 - Mar 2019

  • Congressional Intern

    Aug 2018 - Dec 2018
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  Justice for Muslims Collective

  Feb 2019 - Aug 2019

  Fellow for Muslim Women's Organizing Institute

  The Muslim Women's Organizing Institute offers an opportunity to Muslim women to further develop their leadership skills as Muslim organizers, activists, and community-builders in the Greater Washington/DMV region who seek to fight Islamophobia through building long-term Muslim power in the area. • Conducted political education for the Muslim community in the DMV region • Implemented strategies for community organizing and systems-level change • Designed a project that focuses on structural Islamophobia in the DMV region Show less

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  Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center

  Aug 2019 - Nov 2019

  Arabic Linguist

  • Develop the ability to understand, speak, read, and write in Arabic in accordance with ACTFL guidelines• Gain exposure to Arab culture and civilization including art, music, history, and literature• Cultivate awareness and appreciation for one’s own language and culture through contrast and comparison• Promote an interest in the acquisition of the Arabic language and its usefulness in enhancing career opportunities• Improve the scholarship cohort program for future students• Obtain strong grades and have a strong attendance record in order to continue to the next level. Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a Certificate of Completion Show less

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  Sidley Austin LLP

  Mar 2020 - Aug 2021

  Legal Secretary

  • Served as a member of a legal secretary team that works for over 50 attorneys in a variety of practice groups• Drafted, edited, and proofread audit letters, proformas, client engagement letters, and discovery materials • Researched and pulled information from patents using Espacenet, PublicPair, and Google Patents• Added, proofread, and edited citations in various legal document based on Bluebook specifications• Managed time entries and billing for two partners, four associates, and a paralegal in the Intellectual Property group• Filed documents in several jurisdictions and courts based on their specific protocols• Produced reimbursement reports, prepared and tracked shipments, and organized documents electronically • Typed and prepared legal papers and correspondence such as briefs, letters, memoranda, tables, charts/spreadsheets, complaints, and motions. Also generated Table of Contents, Table of Authorities and redline documents Show less

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  Brand Protection by Rosenbaum, Famularo & Segall, PC

  May 2022 - Aug 2022

  Legal Intern & Paralegal

  • Conducted legal research and wrote memoranda for global intellectual property (IP) complaints.• Used Clio, legal software, and web-based programs to further the firm’s leadership in representing Amazon-related claims and international large companies in Brand Protection and IP cases. • Completed administrative duties including case management, drafting and analyzing legal documents, and attending client meetings with attorneys.• Resolved multiple design patent infringement complaints for major international clients. Show less

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  Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University

  Jun 2022 - Mar 2023

  Family Court Review Vol. 61, Staff Editor

  Family Court Review (FCR) is the #1 Family Law journal. It is a peer-reviewed international, interdisciplinary journal that is published quarterly under the auspices of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) in cooperation with Hofstra Law’s Center for Children, Families and the Law. FCR, published by Wiley-Blackwell, is the official journal of the AFCC, an interdisciplinary, international association of judges, counselors, evaluators, mediators, attorneys and others concerned with the constructive resolution of family conflict.With 4,700 subscribers worldwide, it is one of the most influential and widely read journals in the field of family law, frequently cited in judicial opinions as high as the United States Supreme Court.A small number of Hofstra Law students are selected as members of FCR’s editorial staff through a writing competition. Their mission is to edit and proof the articles submitted for publication by family law professionals and to write student staff member Notes for each issue. Show less

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  Fashion Law Institute

  May 2023 - Jun 2023

  Participant of the Fashion Law Bootcamp

  The Fashion Law Institute is the world’s first center dedicated to law and the business of fashion. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created with the generous support and advice of the Council of Fashion Designers of America and its president, Diane von Furstenberg, the Institute offers training for the fashion lawyers and designers of the future, provides legal services for design students and professionals, and makes available information and assistance on issues facing the fashion industry. Show less

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  Sesame Workshop

  Jun 2023 - Dec 2023

  Legal Intern

  • Drafted memoranda, vendor agreements, third-party correspondences, and licensing agreements, based on negotiated deal terms.• Conducted research and monitored submissions for the annual licensed product safety program.• Provided support for an online anti-counterfeit program, including managing takedowns using Counterfind; negotiated and drafted settlement agreements.• Reviewed and responded to internal and external clearance requests for materials, including scripts and clips; tracked Sesame Workshop intellectual property.• Reviewed and monitored grant agreements supporting domestic and international social impact programming. Show less

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  Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University

  Aug 2023 - May 2024

  The Freedman Social Justice Fellowship Program, offered through the Monroe H. Freedman Institute for the Study of Legal Ethics, trains students to become skilled, thoughtful counselors and leaders who will be effective advocates to promote social justice and the public interest.The Freedman Social Justice Fellowship program exposes students to significant and exciting issues in public interest law through active engagement in a range of events, from informal luncheons with students and faculty to Hofstra Law programs and conferences. Drawing on the unique interests and expertise they bring to law school, Freedman Social Justice Fellows take an active role in developing, organizing and participating in the Freedman Institute’s sponsored events.The Freedman Social Justice Fellowship program also seeks to create and nurture a strong community within Hofstra Law for those dedicated to social justice and public service. Show less • Used the tools of corporate and transactional law to represent non-profits, social movement groups, cooperatives, social enterprises, and other small businesses, with a preference for clients that contribute to racial and economic justice.• Learned to provide high-quality, ethical transactional representation and how to understand the needs and priorities of real-world clients doing vital work.• Assisted new entities requiring start-up assistance and established groups that need help with more complex issues, including commercial transactions, corporate compliance, corporate finance, employment law, real estate, and more. Show less

  • Family Court Review Vol. 62, Executive Research Editor

    Mar 2023 - May 2024

  • Freedman Social Justice Fellow

    Aug 2021 - May 2024

  • Legal Intern at Community & Economic Development Clinic

    Aug 2023 - Dec 2023
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  The Recording Academy

  Aug 2023 - now

  Grammy U Member
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  Janine Small, PLLC

  Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

  Legal Extern
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  New York Fashion Tech Lab

  Jan 2024 - now

  Intern

  Facilitate program initiative that connects a select cohort of early to growth stage fashion-focused tech companies with leading fashion retailers and brands fostering iteration, validation, and acceleration of technologies to advance the industry.

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  David M. Ehrlich & Associates

  Jan 2024 - Apr 2024

  Legal Extern

  • Review and aid in drafting entertainment agreements, such as brand ambassador, band, location release, appearance, and performance agreements.• Draft memoranda and conduct legal research.• Draft legal correspondences for two solo practitioners to ensure and protect clients' rights, interests, and intellectual property.• Observe and summarize meetings with clients and negotiations with adversaries.