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Class of Summer 2009:

Affnan_Mohammad
Name Affnan Mohammad
College Marquette University, WI
Major Political Science
Status Junior
Placement Save the Children
Ethnicity Palestinian American
Email affnan.mohammad@gmail.com
"This was a great experience that I thoroughly enjoyed. I am at a stage in my life where I have to make important decisions about what I want to pursue in my future and this summer really clarified things for me. The best thing about DC was the numerous networking opportunities that were available. I met many individuals in positions I would like to have in the future and getting their advice was very beneficial. CGFU was very supportive throughout this entire experience; in fact, most of my networking came through CFGU events. Seeing how successful and engaged Muslim Americans are in every aspect of our society inspired me. I'm excited to see where the next generations of Muslim Americans will be."
Name Faisal Ali
College University of Kansas School of Law
Major Law
Status 2nd Year Law
Placement AMDi, Inc.
Ethnicity Pakistani-American
Email faisaljd@gmail.com
“My internship experience in Washington D.C. was priceless! It provided me with wonderful experiences exploring our nation’s capital and the ability to attend presentations from Ralph Nader, Congressman Keith Ellison, and Professor Sulayman Nyang. My internship with AMDi Inc. has given me solid experience in corporate law issues and a solid recommendation that I can use for future employment. None of it would be possible if it were not for the support I received from the Center for Global Understanding and The Washington Center. Thank you!”
Amar_Moon
Name Amar Moon
College Chapman College, Ca
Major Business Law
Status 2nd Year Law
Placement Department of Commerce
Ethnicity Pakistani American
Email moon108@chapman.edu
"Interning in Washington, DC through CFGU was a great experience. It felt good to represent the Muslim American community which is heavily underrepresented in our government. I feel that in order to change the world we live in, one has to understand its current ways and functions, and there is no better way to do so other than become a part of the government we hope to influence and actively involve ourselves in to protect the freedoms we value."
Basra_Mohamed
Name Basra Mohamed
College Middle Tennessee State University, TN
Major Political Science
Status Junior
Placement Dworbell Inc., A Lobbying firm
Ethnicity Somali American
Email bsm3c@mtsu.edu
"I learned a lot in a short period of time. It really changed how I perceived things in DC. CFGU was very helpful and supportive. The CFGU Leadership Forum provided us the opportunity to meet and network with Muslim Americans working at the White House, The Capital and other agencies in Washington, DC. I have greatly enhanced my leadership skills and overall basic knowledge.”
Craig_Phillips
Name Craig Phillips
College Hartford Seminary, CT
Major Islamic Studies
Status 1st year Graduate
Placement CAIR
Ethnicity Caucasian
Email y.c.phillips@gmail.com
"I learned a great deal through the work I was doing at the internship and also developed and grew personally in realizing a better career path I wish to follow. I hope to encourage others to take part in such programs. Also becoming more aware of civic engagement and its importance, I hope to lead projects and events in my community with skill and creativity. I would recommend the CFGU Internship in Washington, DC to anyone, regardless of their interests. There is something for everyone in this city. If it was not for CFGU, I would not have been able to come to Washington, DC, and I deeply appreciate this great opportunity they gave me."
Fatimeh_Shamseddine
Name Fatimeh Shamseddine
College University of South Florida, FL
Major Criminology
Status Junior
Placement Montgomery County Public Defender’s Office
Ethnicity Sierra Leonean American
Email fatti88@aol.com
"I have learned a lot at my internship, at the presidential lecture series and at CFGU leadership forums available to us. It definitely helps you figure out which career path to take and exposes you to plenty of opportunities.  Through CFGU I was able to visit the Egyptian Embassy; that was one of the best experiences I had this summer. This summer changed my life. Coming to DC to intern was one of the best decisions I've ever made. I encourage students from any major to look into an internship in the nations capitol, you won't regret it."
Hasan_Dudar
Name Hasan Dudar
College University of Toledo, OH
Major Political Science
Status Junior
Placement MPAC
Ethnicity Arab American
Email hasan.dudar@rockets.utoledo.edu

"Center for Global Understanding gave me the opportunity to come to Washington, DC and grow as both an individual and a student. I was able to meet so many great people and network with coworkers, professionals, and peers. CFGU’s Internship program ran very smoothly and offered us many opportunities to expand our horizons. American politics needs a Muslim perspective, and the Muslim community needs to be of service to the rest of the country."
Linda_Amrou
Name Linda Amrou
College University of Toledo, OH
Major Economics & Philosophy
Status Junior
Placement Pan American Health Organization
Ethnicity Palestinian-Turkish American
Email lamrou@gmail.com

"The Center for Global Understanding made it possible for me to come to DC and benefit in the plethora of ways that I have. I will encourage every Muslim American to participate in this program regardless of their major. We had students majoring in Anthropology, Business, Criminology, and Law while interning at Peace Corp, Department of Commerce, Organization of American States, Lobbying firm, and the United Nations to name a few. It is a truly educational and completely rewarding experience"
Mahmoud Siddig
Name Mahmoud Siddig
College University of Iowa, IA
Major Political Science & Economics
Status Junior
Placement Organization of American States
Ethnicity Sudani American
Email mrween@hotmail.com
"CFGU's Internship program has affected me in several ways. First, I am very thankful and fortunate to be supported by a great organization such as CFGU, who are willing to offer and help students with life changing opportunities that give students the necessary skills to prepare them for life after college. Second is that I have learned many professional skills and tools that am sure I will use in my everyday life. I have also enhanced my networking skills and list by a large fraction, and that will most definitely help me obtain a descent job position in a tight market such as today's. With no doubt about it CFGU have exceeded my expectations with their programs."
Mariam Mostamandy
Name Mariam Mostamandy
College Santa Clara University, CA
Major Anthropology
Status Junior
Placement Peace Corps
Ethnicity Afghan-American
Email mariam.mostamandy@gmail.com
"The CFGU experience has challenged me and exceeded my expectations. I have grown personally, professionally, and consider myself a more competitive and experienced job applicant compared to my peers. I sincerely appreciated and learned from the CFGU events and would encourage every Muslim American to participate in this program.”
Yunus Bhuiyan
Name Yunus Bhuiyan
College Pennsylvania State University, PA
Major Energy & Business
Status Sophomore
Placement Hostelling International
Ethnicity Bangladeshi American
Email yab5005@psu.edu
"My internship in Washington, DC did not just affect me in the conventional ways, it was one that opened my eyes to things that I would have never understood had I been sitting around in New Hyde Park, or even at my campus. I learned about various organizations such as USAID, the World Bank and many other organizations that interested me in terms of future employment opportunities. Networking is a vital part of being here in Washington D.C., and I have learned that through meeting different people. I consider myself lucky to be one of the students that had this assistance from CFGU, opening the door for me to delve into this opportunity."