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Hussain Ahmad

Mentorship Lead

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EGSS

Education

Hussain Ahmad is a PhD student at Queen’s University in the Faculty of Education, where his research explores the impact of mentoring on the development of Canadian school leaders' professional identity. He brings over two decades of experience in academic management and English language teaching, having trained English teachers from 25 linguistic backgrounds as a Cambridge-certified teacher trainer. A published author of more than 20 journal articles on English language education, educational leadership, and academic management, Hussain also serves as a reviewer and editor for international journals. He holds a PhD in Applied Lingusitics, an M.Ed. in Educational Adminsitration from the University of Saskatchewan Canada, an MA in TESOL from the UK, and an MA in English Literature. He is also an experienced IELTS trainer and examiner, with a history of presenting at international conferences.

Individual Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with the Faculty of Education Graduate Office and the International Student Advisor to organize the mentorship program. 
  • Reach out to incoming graduate students (prior to the start of their first term) and put them in connection with current grad students through a mentor/mentee relationship. 
  • Plan events and workshops to support mentors and mentees throughout the Fall and Winter terms.