Dr. Linda Mahairi Hamadeh was born, raised, and has lived in the Chicagoland area her whole life. She is married and a mother of four children. Linda is a certified high school science teacher who went on to receive a Masters in Educational Leadership and Supervision and Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction. Meanwhile, she has been working at an area Islamic school for over 20 years, initially teaching high school science, and currently serving as assistant principal. Additionally, Linda is humbled to be an active member of her local masjid, where she has been running the weekend school for almost 20 years and presently serving on its board of directors. Linda is honored to be a Ribaat student, grateful for the opportunities to serve the community, and prays that Allah swt grants steadfastness and sincerity.