Ms. Sheza Naeem IP - BNU

Sheza teaches undergraduate courses in school psychology, developmental psychology, and cognition. Her academic interests include implicit bias, adolescent mental health, and the intersection of culture and psychological functioning. Her approach emphasizes applied learning, critical thinking, and real-world relevance, often integrating case studies, creative assessments, and student-led inquiry.

Her professional experience includes working in New York City public schools with diverse adolescent populations, particularly immigrant and low-income students. This background informs her research and pedagogy, anchoring her work in both cultural awareness and psychological support.

Sheza is also passionate about public psychology and educational access. She is working on developing community-facing programs that introduce youth to the field in engaging, accessible ways. Through both teaching and outreach, she is committed to building psychological literacy and empowering students to use psychological insight to navigate the world.

• M.A. in Applied Psychology (School Counseling Track), Fulbright Scholar, New York University, New York, USA
• B.Sc. in Applied Psychology, Institute of Psychology, Beaconhouse National University, Lahore, Pakistan

• Lecturer, Institute of Psychology, Beaconhouse National University, Lahore, Pakistan (2024–Present)
• Assistant Counselor, IS 235 Academy for New Americans, Queens, New York, USA (2022–2023)
• Assistant Counselor, Gotham Professional Arts Academy, Brooklyn, New York, USA (2021–2023)
• Research and Writing Assistant, Postgraduate Medical Institute, Ameeruddin College, Lahore, Pakistan (2017–2019)

• Awarded a fully funded Fulbright Scholarship by the U.S. Department of State for graduate study, selected among 100 students nationwide.
• Appointed to NYU’s Alumni Panel to support and mentor current and incoming students in the counseling program.
• Consistently placed on the Dean’s Honor List at BNU across all eight semesters (2013–2017), based on academic performance.
• Received a 25% merit-based scholarship at BNU, renewed for all eight semesters based on GPA (2013–2017).
• Selected as the first female Convener of BNU Bestival (2017), a 4-day national student festival hosting undergraduate participants from across Pakistan.

• Co-Author – Writing a 5-book series with U.S.-based co-author L.A. Boots; first title: The ABC’s of Successfully Guiding Kids on Regulating Emotions (under publication).
• Undergraduate Research – Authored thesis “Cultural Attitudes as a Predictor of Cynicism in Young Adults” using mixed-method analysis.
• Panelist – Participated in “Parenting in the Digital Maze,” a panel hosted by the School of Education at BNU.
• Presenter – Shared thesis findings at the International Conference on Emerging Trends in Psychology, Foundation University.
• Workshop Facilitator (Parents) – Led “Navigating the Digital World”, a social media awareness session for middle school parents at I.S. 235, Queens.
• Workshop Facilitator (Students) – Delivered sessions on cultural awareness, career options, and personal statement writing at Gotham Academy and I.S. 235.

• Email Address: sheza.naeem@bnu.edu.pk
• Ext Number: 714