Meet the Faculty

A Good Instructor Will Make a Difference in Your Healthcare Learning and Life

When you attend college, it is truly the instructors who make a difference in your learning, confidence, and engagement. That’s why Northwest Suburban College is committed to hiring inspiring and qualified teaching faculty – so that you can experience how a good teacher can change your life and your future.

M.T. AliNiazee, PhD

Professor
Dept. of Biological Sciences
Dept. of Research & Development

Dr. M.T. AliNiazee received his Ph.D. from University of California, Riverside in 1970 and has since been involved in research and teaching at major U.S. universities, including University of California at Davis and Oregon State University. He is the founder of NWSC, serves as its president, and teaches courses in biology and research & development.

Asefa Ansari, PhD

Assistant Professor, Part-Time
Biological Sciences

Dr. Asefa Ansari received her Ph.D. in zoology from the University of Reading in the United Kingdom and has had over 30 years of experience in teaching and research in different universities and colleges including North Carolina State University, Iowa State University, National Louis University, and Richland Community College. Dr. Ansari taught biology courses at NWSC, adding to her many years of teaching experience.

Khaja Khaleel Ahmad, MD, RMA

Lead Instructor
MA Program Lead Instructor

Dr. Khaja is a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) and Lead Instructor for many years for the NWSC Medical Assistant program. He is passionate about teaching in the medical field, drawing upon his prior medical degree and residency in internal medicine and neurology. Dr. Ahmad has previously served as a lecturer at St. Francis Hospital, Chicago Medical School, Illinois School of Health Careers, Olympia/Everest College, and Malcolm X College.

Bita Keshavarzy

Dental Assistant Program,
Lead Instructor & Externship Coordinator

Ms. Keshavarzy attended First institute in 2014, graduated Dental Assisting Program in 2015. She has 7 years of experience in the dental field from assisting to management, and now teaching students to get ready for the dental world!

Alonzo DeCarlo, PhD, MSW

Professor
Dept. of Social & Behavioral Sciences

Dr. Alonzo DeCarlo holds a doctorate in developmental psychology and master’s in experimental psychology from the University of Toledo and a master’s in clinical social work from Wayne State University. As a veteran
academician, Dr. DeCarlo has served as faculty, international scholar, division chair, associate provost of academic affairs, vice-chancellor of academic affairs, and director of graduate and professional programs. At NWSC, Dr. DeCarlo serves as the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs and faculty in the Dept. of Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Delilah Figueroa,(CCMA)

MA Program Lead Instructor &
Externship Coordinator

Delilah Figueroa is a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Phlebotomy Technician and Certified CPR
Instructor. As Lead Instructor for the Medical Assistant program, she brings over 15 years of cumulative experience in medical assisting, externship coordination, curriculum management and accreditation support. Delilah is deeply committed to enriching the lives of students and helping them overcome barriers that impact their learning. Her optimum goal is student success.

Diane Gallentine, MS

Instructor Dept. of Social & Behavioral Sciences

Diane Gallentine holds a master’s in human resources from Loyola University Chicago and has devoted most of her professional career to teaching. In addition to applying her expertise at such organizations as Lutheran General Hospital and Victory Memorial Hospital, Ms. Gallentine has taught at institutions such as Marquette University and University of Wisconsin. At NWSC, Diane teaches in the Department of Social & Behavioral Sciences.

Isaac Gold, PhD

Assistant Professor
Dept. of Mathematics & Finance

Having earned his doctoral and master’s degree in mathematics, Dr. Isaac Gold has several years of experience in academia, including his roles as department chair, director, and faculty. In addition, Dr. Gold has another master’s degree in management, and this, combined with his higher education administrative experience, including his role as founding president of American Islamic College, contributes to his success as NWSC Dean of Admissions, Registration, and Records and faculty in the Dept. of Mathematics.

Rabab Gomaa, MS

Instructor
Dept. of Humanities & Fine Arts

In addition to a degree in architecture, Rabab Gomaa received an Advanced Degree in Islamic Law from Islamic American University. Her teachings in Arabic studies at various institutions gave Ms. Gomaa the opportunity to serveas a guest speaker at such higher education institutions as

University of Chicago, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, DePaul University, and Benedictine University.

Today, Gomaa is part of the Department of Humanities & Fine Arts at NWSC.

Jilan Hatamleh, PhD

Assistant Professor
Dept. of Health Sciences

With a doctoral degree in nursing and a master’s degree in administrative nursing, Dr. Jilan Hatamleh has both the theoretical and practical expertise of healthcare. Her extensive experience in the field includes her role as a nurse at various international hospitals as well as her teaching experience at the University of Phoenix. At NWSC, Dr. Hatamleh serves in the Dept. of Health Sciences.

Rubina Khan, PhD

Assistant Professor
Dept. of Language & Literacy

Dr. Rubina Khan earned her master degree in English from Osmania University, master’s degree in education from University of New Orleans, and her doctoral degree in education and English from the University of New Orleans. In addition to teaching at universities throughout the country, including Nunez Community College, Southern University of New Orleans, Kendall Colleges, and College of Lake County, Dr. Khan teaches English courses in NWSC’s Dept. of Languages & Literacy.

Huda Husseini, MS

Instructor
Dept. of Physical Sciences

With a master’s degree in chemistry obtained from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2012, Ms. Husseini has contributed her knowledge of chemistry at Hikma Pharmaceuticals and Eclipse Publishing Company. In addition, Ms. Husseini is recognized for making science accessible to today’s students through her innovative teaching strategies at such institutions as University of Illinois at Chicago, College Preparatory School of America, and Northwest Suburban College.

Shazia Ilyas, ALM

Instructor
Dept. of Language & Literacy

Having earned a master’s degree in creative writing and literature from Harvard University and bachelor’s degrees in English and philosophy from Roosevelt University Chicago, Shazia has worked in education for over a decade. In addition to teaching at various levels, she has served as a dean at multiple higher education institutions, including NWSC. Today, she returns to NWSC to teach in the Dept. of Language and Literacy.

Amer Khan, MD

Instructor
Dept. of Biological Sciences

Having earned his medical degree from Windsor University School of Medicine, Dr. Khan has been working in the medical field in various capacities, including patient advocate and data analyst at Behavioral Healthcare Associates and medical case manager at RSA Medical. At NWSC, Dr. Khan has taught courses in both schools, ranging from training courses to medical assistant courses to biology courses in the Dept. of Biology

Shakil Khan, PhD

Assistant Professor
Dept. of Physical Sciences

Dr. Shakil Khan received his Ph.D. in biochemistry from Aligarh University and has been involved in molecular biology and biotechnology research for the past 10 years. He is author of numerous international publications and presentations as well as recognitions through global awards and honors. Today, he serves as researcher at the University of Chicago’s Department of Medicine as well as instructor at NWSC’s Department of Chemistry.

Fatema R. Mirza, MBA, MPA

Instructor
Dept. of Health Sciences

Ms. Fatema Mirza utilizes her MBA in health services management from Keller Graduate School and MPA in nonprofit management to serve as Board President of Worry Free Home Care, Principal Consultant at Worry Free Health, and Associate Director at Atlantis Health Group. With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare sector, Ms. Mirza also serves as faculty in the NWSC Dept. of Health Sciences.

Edgar Montalvo, MBA, MCE

Instructor
Dept. of Mathematics & Finance

Edgar Montalvo not only serves as NWSC’s Vice President of Finance and Budgeting, he is also faculty in the Dept. of Mathematics. Having received his MBA from the University of Chicago and a master’s degree in civil engineering from Norwich University, Mr. Montalvo has served in various capacities, including Economic Officer/Military Liaison for the U.S. Army, Department of State and Program Manager for the US Army Corps of Engineers. Having years of experience as a financial officer, Mr. Montalvo now serves as President and Chief Executive Officer at Kirkuk Global, along with his roles at NWSC

Eugene Muhammad, M.Div, MS.Ed

Instructor
Dept. of Humanities & Fine Arts

Dr. Eugene Muhammad earned his master’s degree in education leadership and curriculum foundation from Chicago State University and Master of Divinity from Chicago Theological Seminary. He is currently completing his doctoral degree from Chicago Theological Seminary while teaching at a variety of colleges and universities, including Purdue University North Central and Oakton Community College. At NWSC, Mr. Muhammad teaches courses in the Dept. Humanities & Fine Arts.

Muzaffar Uddin Qazi, PhD, MA

Assistant Professor
Dept. of Physical Sciences

In addition to a Master of Arts in Economics from University of Sindh, Dr. Muzaffar Uddin Qazi earned his PhD in Physics from Federal Urdu University. There, he served as associate professor for over twenty years as well as visiting professor at Institute of Textile and Management and Institute of Scientific Management. Today, Dr. Qazi teaches advanced physics and calculus courses at College Preparatory School of America and in the Dept. of Physical & Life Sciences at NWSC.

Dr. Gayathree Raman

Programs Manager

Dr. Raman has a Ph.D in Medical Laboratory technology and Ph.D. in Molecular Biology. She has more than 5 years of experience at NWSC serving under various administrative roles and assisting Programs Directors/ Managers, Faculty and Externship Coordinators with regards to externships, advising, student affairs, accreditation, career placement services, institutional and financial aid.

Mohammad Siddiqi, PhD

Professor
Dept. of Language & Literacy

In addition to earning his graduate degree in physics, Dr. Mohammad Siddiqi earned a masters in mass communication from University of Illinois at Chicago and a doctoral degree in the same field from Temple University. His extensive experience ranges from serving as Executive Director of Sound Vision Foundation to his roles as a key administrator at various universities, including Dean of Academic and Student Affairs at NWSC. Today, Dr. Siddiqi continues to contribute to the NWSC community as faculty in the Department of Language and Literacy.

Shahid Siddiqui, PhD

Professor
Dept. of Biological Sciences

Dr. Shahid Siddiqui received his doctoral degree in molecular biology and developmental genetics, his master’s degree in biochemistry, and his bachelor’s degree in physics. In addition to his extensive contribution to the genetics field, Dr. Siddiqui held various roles within academia. Today, he serves as President, Chief Scientific Office at McGenome LLC and Manager, Research and Development Group at Medline Industries. In addition to teaching at Northwestern Dr. Siddiqui serves as faculty in the NWSC Dept. of Biology.

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