Academic record 01
English Literature · Minor in French
An-Najah National University
2024–2028
Expected graduation
English Literature · An-Najah National University
Ghazal Masri
Exploring nineteenth-century and Gothic literature alongside translation, language-focused volunteering, and student-led activities.
Seeking internship and scholarship opportunities with universities and organizations.
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Personal statement
About Ghazal
Ghazal Masri is an English Literature student at An-Najah National University, with a minor in French and an expected graduation year of 2028.
She values literature for the way it develops critical thinking and careful analysis. She is especially interested in nineteenth-century and Gothic literature, where deeper meanings often emerge through close reading and interpretation.
Alongside her studies, she has contributed to translation, language-focused volunteering, student activities, public-relations work, and part-time customer service while building experience relevant to future internship and scholarship opportunities.
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Academic foundation
Education
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Areas of inquiry
Academic interests
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Nineteenth-century literature
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Gothic literature
Drawn to stories whose deeper meanings become clearer through repeated reading and analysis.
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Close reading and textual analysis
Interested in looking beyond a first reading to understand the fuller picture of a text.
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Professional experience
Experience
work
Sales Assistant
BONBON bags store
Supported customer service and day-to-day organization while maintaining a productive work environment alongside university studies.
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Community & student involvement
Volunteering & activities
volunteering
Volunteer — Teaching, Translation & Event Support
Language Resource Center (LRC), An-Najah National University
Contributed to Arabic–English translation, content review, language-focused support, and event coordination through the university's Language Resource Center.
- Led a student translation team producing Arabic–English translations for news and formal texts.
- Reviewed and edited content for stylistic consistency and linguistic accuracy across team projects.
- Coordinated with international partners and managed team deadlines in a professional environment.
volunteering
Volunteer Translator & Event Participant
Translation Hub
Provided consecutive translation and guidance for visiting international delegations and embassy representatives.
volunteering
Volunteer — Public Relations Team
Palestinian Animal Welfare Organization (PAW)
Supported public-relations and communication activities connected with community outreach and the organization's public presence.
- Collaborated with the public-relations team on information updates and consistent messaging across platforms.
student activity
29 January 2026
Co-organizer — The Speaking Lab
Language Resource Center (LRC) · Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation at An-Najah National University (PSFNNU)
Co-organized an interactive event where students practiced English through speaking activities, group discussions, and communication challenges.
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Developing capabilities
Skills
Literary and academic
01- Literary analysis
- Critical thinking
- Close reading
- Academic writing
- Research
- Textual interpretation
- Analytical reading
Translation and communication
02- English communication
- Arabic–English translation
- Proofreading and editing
- Consecutive interpretation
- Interpersonal communication
- Intercultural communication
- Public speaking
- Presentation skills
- Group discussion
Leadership and coordination
03- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team coordination
- Event organization
- Project planning
- Student engagement
Digital and media
04- Canva
- Social media content creation
- Video editing
- Digital storytelling
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Communication
Languages
- 01
Arabic
Native
- 02
English
C1
- 03
French
A2
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Training & recognition
Certifications & workshops
workshop
2025
Project Management Training
INJAZ Palestine
Training in project planning, team leadership, and problem-solving using Project Management Institute educational content.
certificate
Academic year 2024–2025
Language Resource Center Certificate of Appreciation
An-Najah National University · Language Resource Center
Recognition for contribution and active participation in events focused on languages and cultures.
certificate
Translation Hub Debate Certificate of Appreciation
An-Najah National University · Translation Hub
Recognition for participation in a debate organized by the Translation Hub under the Deanship of Student Affairs in cooperation with the Department of English Language.
workshop
First semester 2025–2026
Debate Program — 12 hours
Language Resource Center · U.S. Embassy Jerusalem
Participation in a 12-hour debate program.
certificate
8 August 2026
English Language Proficiency Level
An-Najah National University · Language Center
English-language assessment covering listening, reading, spoken interaction, spoken production, and writing.
certificate
Academic year 2025
Certificate of Appreciation
Palestinian Animal Welfare Organization (PAW)
Recognition for efforts and contributions to Palestinian Animal Welfare Organization activities.
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Professional profile
Connect
View Ghazal’s professional profile and approved public updates on LinkedIn.