Lena Hakim

Lena Hakim is a PhD candidate in Rhetoric and Writing Studies at Wayne State University (WSU), affiliated with the Department of English within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on Arab American students' classroom experiences, Arab rhetorical traditions, and antiracist pedagogy. She holds a Master of Arts and Bachelor of Arts in English.

Ms. Hakim has been recognized with prestigious awards including the Rumble Fellowship and Women of Wayne Scholarship. She actively contributes to community-centered writing initiatives in Metro Detroit.

• Courses Taught: ENG1020, ENG3010, ENG3050 (2023–2025 terms).
• Professional Experience: Writing Center roles at WSU and UM-Dearborn, incremental coursework in English pedagogy.

Her teaching philosophy emphasizes accessibility in writing education, reflecting her commitment to inclusive academic practices.