Malak Elmoh is a Career Services Officer in the Office of External Relations at Georgetown University in Qatar. In her previous role as a Student Development Officer in the Office of Student Life, she played a key role in designing and implementing student programming, while also mentoring and advising student clubs, the Student Government Association (SGA), and the broader student community. A proud GU-Q alumna, Malak also holds a Master of Public Policy from Hamad bin Khalifa University. Her experience extends beyond academia, having worked on high-profile events like the Doha Forum and with Memac Ogilvy's Public Relations team, where she developed a robust network in Doha. In her current role, Malak focuses on supporting students and recent graduates through career coaching and graduate school advising as well as further departmental initiatives such as professional development workshops, employer events and career fairs.

Elma Atic is a Student Affairs practitioner with more than 15 years of experience in higher education, with a particular focus on academic advising and student success. At Qatar University, she works closely with academic advisors, Student Affairs professionals, and university stakeholders to continuously improve advising services and the overall student experience. Her work also includes mentorship, staff development, assessment, and strategic initiatives supporting student success.

Beyond Qatar University, Elma is actively involved with MENASA NASPA, contributing to initiatives that connect, develop, and support Student Affairs professionals across the region. Her professional interests include academic advising, mentorship, student success, professional development, and the evolving role of data and technology in higher education.

Manal Ammagui began her student affairs journey during her undergraduate years at the University of South Florida (USF), serving as a Resident Assistant and participating in numerous student affairs conferences. She went on to pursue a Master of Arts in French at USF, where she expanded her professional experience by holding two key roles: Assistant Residence Life Coordinator in her first year and the inaugural Graduate Assistant for Residential Student Success position in her second year, all while remaining a French Instructor both years.

Manal went on to Stetson University for two years, playing a pivotal role in shifting the institution from a programming model to a curricular model, building a more intentionally designed residential experience.

Her career then took her abroad, where she spent three years as the inaugural Residential Hall Coordinator at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) before becoming the first-ever Manager for Residence Education at the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK). In this current role, Manal continues to shape a legacy of co-curricular education within residential communities, emphasizing holistic student development and engagement.

Manal has been actively involved in NASPA's MENASA Area since 2022, starting as a recruitment volunteer with the Professional Development Committee. She later served in the Conference Committee, first as the MENASA24 Programming Co-Chair, then as the MENASA25 Conference Co-Chair and MENASA26 Conference Chair. Manal is now the Special Projects Team Lead.

Somia Eltigani Salih is the Head of the Academic Support Section at the Student Learning Support Center (SLSC) at Qatar University, bringing 19 years of specialized experience in student learning, academic support, and student development. Throughout her career, she has played a leading role in designing, developing, and advancing a wide range of student- centered programs and services that respond to evolving student needs, strengthen engagement in the learning process, and support students in achieving their academic and personal potential.

At Qatar University, Somia has contributed to several university-wide strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the student experience, strengthening student retention and success, and advancing institutional approaches to learning support. Her work reflects extensive experience in translating student needs into practical programs, services, and initiatives that contribute to a more supportive and engaging learning environment.

She is also a Certified Peer Educator Trainer through the National Tutoring Association (NTA), USA, demonstrating her continued commitment to professional excellence, peer-based learning, and the advancement of effective student support practices.