Guyana native Wazir Mohamed believes all of his students have potential; he instills in them a sense of pride and tells them to be conscious “citizens of the world.” Mohamed, who has taught courses in sociology, Africana Studies, Latin American/Caribbean Area Studies as well as within the EOP program, emphasizes group work and individual presentations, boosting students’ self-confidence and preparing them for life outside the classroom.
Mohamad, former president of the Graduate Student Organization and a parent, has impressed students, peers and faculty members. An EOP instructor writes that Mohamad “exudes a warm, easy-going personality, but also a wisdom and understanding of the world. … His ability to engage the class taught me quite a bit about speaking clearly and passionately on ideas.”
“Wazir has a wonderful way of quickly connecting with students, earning their trust and their confidence,” according to one nomination letter. “… He uses his creativity to meet all of his students [at their level] rather than expecting them to come immediately to his level.”

Congrats by brother.

Wazir is a close friend of mine. All the kudos on his behalf are true. I cannot think of a more deserving candidate. It is a shame that he has to use his talent in the US and not in his beloved Guyana to which he contributed so much.

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Originally posted by Errol Arthur:
Wazir is a close friend of mine. All the kudos on his behalf are true. I cannot think of a more deserving candidate. It is a shame that he has to use his talent in the US and not in his beloved Guyana to which he contributed so much.

I could not have said this better Errol, Wazir dedicated all his life to the struggles in Guyana. I know him and you know that Guyana means all to him, I hope he return soon and continue his good work for a better Guyana. A true son of the soil.