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Muhammad Hanhaz

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Bio

I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. I have four children, a fulltime career helping crime victims, and a history of civic duty. My Involvment in societal betterment has created a better future for many. I'm a senior working toward a Bachelors in History, with a Minor in Justice, and Legal Studies at the University of Alaska Anchorage. I have learned so many important things about history, legal practice, and justice. I plan to continue using that education to serve our underserved communities and apply to law school soon.

Education

University of Alaska Anchorage

Bachelor's degree program
2007 - 2025
  • Majors:
    • History
  • Minors:
    • Criminal Justice and Corrections, General
    • Legal Professions and Studies, Other

University of Alaska Anchorage

Associate's degree program
2007 - 2019
  • Majors:
    • Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Law Practice

    • Dream career goals:

      Attorney

    • Legal Assistant

      AIJ
      2022 – Present2 years

    Sports

    Wrestling

    Varsity
    2002 – 20042 years

    Research

    • Agricultural and Food Products Processing

      University of Alaska Anchorage — Researcher/Student
      2024 – 2024

    Public services

    • Advocacy

      Alaska Institute for Justice — Legal Assistant
      2022 – 2024

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Robert Lawyer Memorial Scholarship
    I'm currently attending my senior year, gaining valuable knowledge that will aid in growing my career as a Legal Professional. I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. Currently I work as a Legal Assistant helping crime victims, providing resources, and assisting with applications for benefits. I have helped file guardianships, conduct legal research, transcriptions, gather evidence in discovery, and I've taken numerous law courses at my local university. I also worked advocating for climate justice in Alaska with 10 Tribal governments and assisted in their communication with the federal government; to obtain disaster relief, community relocation, and equitable treatment. I helped in obtaining, programming, and distributing technological support to tribes so they could perform research in regards to climate change. I plan to continue helping communities in need once I receive my degree. I have a history of civic duty that involves community based initiatives that include; low income housing, community improvement projects, and more. As a child I lived through homelessness, abusive households, and struggled through life as an adolescent, so, juvenile justice, family law, discrimination law, and helping crime victims will be a focus of my efforts to make the world a better place. I want to give a voice to those who are unheard, provide avenues for self-sufficiency, and educate people on their options. I think living and experiencing these situations first hand provides me with a unique perspective and advocacy ability. I understand the struggle and hope that experience can open communications that are difficult to obtain. I have worked in the hospitality industry as an Operations Manager; Property Manager for Low Income and Elderly Families; Business Insurance; and now in the legal realm. I have received numerous awards and recognition throughout my career. I received a citation of appreciation on Civil Rights from Fran Ulmer(Ex Lieutenant Governor and Former Chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage) for my efforts at my current University. I have received a "Star of the Industry Award' from Alaska Hotel and Lodging corporation for my work in hospitality. I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I currently volunteer for my community as a Board Director for our Homeowners Association. I also have four children where I am the sole provider and I influence them to be engaged in community driven activities as well. I plan to bring this high level of involvement to the table; my civic engagement, community justice, and hard work will be used to push reform on various social issues. I'm honored that you are considering my application for the Robert Lawyer Memorial Scholarship. If you choose me, I will be grateful that we partnered in making the world a better place. Thank you for listening and I look forward to hearing from you soon
    Walking In Authority International Ministry Scholarship
    I'm currently attending my senior year, gaining valuable knowledge that will aid in growing my career as a Legal Professional. I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. Currently I work as a Legal Assistant helping crime victims, providing resources, and assisting with applications for benefits. I have helped file guardianships, conduct legal research, transcriptions, gather evidence in discovery, and I've taken numerous law courses at my local university. I also worked advocating for climate justice in Alaska with 10 Tribal governments and assisted in their communication with the federal government; to obtain disaster relief, community relocation, and equitable treatment. I helped in obtaining, programming, and distributing technological support to tribes so they could perform research in regards to climate change. I plan to continue helping communities in need once I receive my degree. I have a history of civic duty that involves community based initiatives that include; low income housing, community improvement projects, and more. As a child I lived through homelessness, abusive households, and struggled through life as an adolescent, so, juvenile justice, family law, discrimination law, and helping crime victims will be a focus of my efforts to make the world a better place. I want to give a voice to those who are unheard, provide avenues for self-sufficiency, and educate people on their options. I think living and experiencing these situations first hand provides me with a unique perspective and advocacy ability. I understand the struggle and hope that experience can open communications that are difficult to obtain. I have worked in the hospitality industry as an Operations Manager; Property Manager for Low Income and Elderly Families; Business Insurance; and now in the legal realm. I have received numerous awards and recognition throughout my career. I received a citation of appreciation on Civil Rights from Fran Ulmer(Ex Lieutenant Governor and Former Chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage) for my efforts at my current University. I have received a "Star of the Industry Award' from Alaska Hotel and Lodging corporation for my work in hospitality. I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I currently volunteer for my community as a Board Director for our Homeowners Association. I also have four children where I am the sole provider and I influence them to be engaged in community driven activities as well. I plan to bring this high level of involvement to the table; my civic engagement, community justice, and hard work will be used to push reform on various social issues. I'm honored that you are considering my application for the Walking In Authority International Ministry Scholarship. If you choose me, I will be grateful that we partnered in making the world a better place. Thank you for listening and I look forward to hearing from you soon
    Our Destiny Our Future Scholarship
    I'm currently attending my senior year, gaining valuable knowledge that will aid in growing my career as a Legal Professional. I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. Currently I work as a Legal Assistant helping crime victims, providing resources, and assisting with applications for benefits. I have helped file guardianships, conduct legal research, transcriptions, gather evidence in discovery, and I've taken numerous law courses at my local university. I also worked advocating for climate justice in Alaska with 10 Tribal governments and assisted in their communication with the federal government; to obtain disaster relief, community relocation, and equitable treatment. I helped in obtaining, programming, and distributing technological support to tribes so they could perform research in regards to climate change. I plan to continue helping communities in need once I receive my degree. I have a history of civic duty that involves community based initiatives that include; low income housing, community improvement projects, and more. As a child I lived through homelessness, abusive households, and struggled through life as an adolescent, so, juvenile justice, family law, discrimination law, and helping crime victims will be a focus of my efforts to make the world a better place. I want to give a voice to those who are unheard, provide avenues for self-sufficiency, and educate people on their options. I think living and experiencing these situations first hand provides me with a unique perspective and advocacy ability. I understand the struggle and hope that experience can open communications that are difficult to obtain. I have worked in the hospitality industry as an Operations Manager; Property Manager for Low Income and Elderly Families; Business Insurance; and now in the legal realm. I have received numerous awards and recognition throughout my career. I received a citation of appreciation on Civil Rights from Fran Ulmer(Ex Lieutenant Governor and Former Chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage) for my efforts at my current University. I have received a "Star of the Industry Award' from Alaska Hotel and Lodging corporation for my work in hospitality. I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I currently volunteer for my community as a Board Director for our Homeowners Association. I also have four children where I am the sole provider and I influence them to be engaged in community driven activities as well. I plan to bring this high level of involvement to the table; my civic engagement, community justice, and hard work will be used to push reform on various social issues. I'm honored that you are considering my application for the Our Destiny Our Future Scholarship and If you choose me, I will be grateful that we partnered in making the world a better place. Thank you for listening and I look forward to hearing from you soon
    Emma Jane Hastie Scholarship
    I'm currently attending my senior year, gaining valuable knowledge that will aid in growing my career as a Legal Professional. I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. Currently I work as a Legal Assistant helping crime victims, providing resources, and assisting with applications for benefits. I have helped file guardianships, conduct legal research, transcriptions, gather evidence in discovery, and I've taken numerous law courses at my local university. I have worked advocating for climate justice in Alaska with 10 Tribal governments and assisted in their communication with the federal government; to obtain disaster relief, community relocation, and equitable treatment. I helped in obtaining, programming, and distributing technological support to tribes so they could perform research in regards to climate change. I plan to continue helping communities in need once I receive my degree. I have a history of civic duty that involves community based initiatives that include; low income housing, community improvement projects, and more. As a child I lived through homelessness, abusive households, and struggled through life as an adolescent, so, juvenile justice, family law, discrimination law, and helping crime victims will be a focus of my efforts to make the world a better place. I want to give a voice to those who are unheard, provide avenues for self-sufficiency, and educate people on their options. I think living and experiencing these situations first hand provides me with a unique perspective and advocacy ability. I understand the struggle and hope that experience can open communications that are difficult to obtain. I have worked in the hospitality industry as an Operations Manager; Property Manager for Low Income and Elderly Families; Business Insurance; and now in the legal realm. I have received numerous awards and recognition throughout my career. I received a citation of appreciation on Civil Rights from Fran Ulmer(Ex Lieutenant Governor and Former Chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage) for my efforts at my current University. I have received a "Star of the Industry Award' from Alaska Hotel and Lodging corporation for my work in hospitality. I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I currently volunteer for my community as a Board Director for our Homeowners Association. I also have four children where I am the sole provider and I influence them to be engaged in community driven activities as well. I plan to bring this high level of involvement to the table; my civic engagement, community justice, and hard work will be used to push reform on various social issues. I'm honored that you are considering my application for the Emma Jane Hastie Scholarship and If you choose me, I will be grateful that we partnered in making the world a better place. Thank you for listening and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
    Public Service Scholarship
    I'm currently attending my senior year, gaining valuable knowledge that will aid in growing my career as a Legal Professional. I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. Currently I work as a Legal Assistant helping crime victims, providing resources, and assisting with applications for benefits. I have helped file guardianships, conduct legal research, transcriptions, gather evidence in discovery, and I've taken numerous law courses at my local university. I have worked advocating for climate justice in Alaska with 10 Tribal governments and assisted in their communication with the federal government; to obtain disaster relief, community relocation, and equitable treatment. I helped in obtaining, programming, and distributing technological support to tribes so they could perform research in regards to climate change. I plan to continue helping communities in need once I receive my degree. I have a history of civic duty that involves community based initiatives that include; low income housing, community improvement projects, and more. As a child I lived through homelessness, abusive households, and struggled through life as an adolescent, so, juvenile justice, family law, discrimination law, and helping crime victims will be a focus of my efforts to make the world a better place. I want to give a voice to those who are unheard, provide avenues for self-sufficiency, and educate people on their options. I think living and experiencing these situations first hand provides me with a unique perspective and advocacy ability. I understand the struggle and hope that experience can open communications that are difficult to obtain. I have worked in the hospitality industry as an Operations Manager; Property Manager for Low Income and Elderly Families; Business Insurance; and now in the legal realm. I have received numerous awards and recognition throughout my career. I received a citation of appreciation on Civil Rights from Fran Ulmer(Ex Lieutenant Governor and Former Chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage) for my efforts at my current University. I have received a "Star of the Industry Award' from Alaska Hotel and Lodging corporation for my work in hospitality. I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I currently volunteer for my community as a Board Director for our Homeowners Association. I also have four children where I am the sole provider and I influence them to be engaged in community driven activities as well. I plan to bring this high level of involvement to the table; my civic engagement, community justice, and hard work will be used to push reform on various social issues. I'm honored that you are considering my application for the Public Service Scholarship and If you choose me, I will be grateful that we partnered in making the world a better place. Thank you for listening and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
    Schmid Memorial Scholarship
    I'm currently attending my senior year, gaining valuable knowledge that will aid in growing my career as a Legal Professional. I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. Currently I work as a Legal Assistant helping crime victims, providing resources, and assisting with applications for benefits. I have helped file guardianships, conduct legal research, transcriptions, gather evidence in discovery, and I've taken numerous law courses at my local university. I have worked advocating for climate justice in Alaska with 10 Tribal governments and assisted in their communication with the federal government; to obtain disaster relief, community relocation, and equitable treatment. I helped in obtaining, programming, and distributing technological support to tribes so they could perform research in regards to climate change. I plan to continue helping communities in need once I receive my degree. I have a history of civic duty that involves community based initiatives that include; low income housing, community improvement projects, and more. As a child I lived through homelessness, abusive households, and struggled through life as an adolescent, so, juvenile justice, family law, discrimination law, and helping crime victims will be a focus of my efforts to make the world a better place. I want to give a voice to those who are unheard, provide avenues for self-sufficiency, and educate people on their options. I think living and experiencing these situations first hand provides me with a unique perspective and advocacy ability. I understand the struggle and hope that experience can open communications that are difficult to obtain. I have worked in the hospitality industry as an Operations Manager; Property Manager for Low Income and Elderly Families; Business Insurance; and now in the legal realm. I have received numerous awards and recognition throughout my career. I received a citation of appreciation on Civil Rights from Fran Ulmer(Ex Lieutenant Governor and Former Chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage) for my efforts at my current University. I have received a "Star of the Industry Award' from Alaska Hotel and Lodging corporation for my work in hospitality. I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I currently volunteer for my community as a Board Director for our Homeowners Association. I also have four children where I am the sole provider and I influence them to be engaged in community driven activities as well. I plan to bring this high level of involvement to the table; my civic engagement, community justice, and hard work will be used to push reform on various social issues. I'm honored that you are considering my application for the Schmid Memorial Scholarship and If you choose me, I will be grateful that we partnered in making the world a better place. Thank you for listening and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
    Alaska Students - North to the Future Scholarship
    Winner
    I plan to receive a Bachelors in History with a minor in Legal Studies and a Minor in Justice at the University of Alaska Anchorage; I will attend law school thereafter. I'm currently attending my senior year, gaining valuable knowledge that will aid in growing my career as a Legal Professional. I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. Currently I work as a Legal Assistant helping crime victims, providing resources, and assisting with applications for benefits. I have helped file guardianships, conduct legal research, transcriptions, gather evidence in discovery, and I've taken numerous law courses at my local university. I have worked advocating for climate justice in Alaska with 10 Tribal governments and assisted in their communication with the federal government; to obtain disaster relief, community relocation, and equitable treatment. I helped in obtaining, programming, and distributing technological support to tribes so they could perform research in regards to climate change. I plan to continue helping communities in need once I receive my degree. As a child I lived through homelessness, abusive households, and struggled through life as an adolescent, so, juvenile justice, family law, discrimination law, and helping crime victims will also be a focus of my efforts to make the world a better place. I want to give a voice to those who are unheard, provide avenues for self-sufficiency, and educate people on their options. I think living and experiencing these situations first hand provides me with a unique perspective and advocacy. I understand the struggle and hope that can open communications that are difficult to obtain. I have worked with very diverse populations due to Alaska's diversity. Alaska is a unique state with extremely diverse population. One of our Neighborhoods in Anchorage has over 200 different languages and cultures, including 20+ indigenous tribes. You are able to experience walks of life from all over the planet and still have that small town feel. I have worked in the hospitality industry as an Operations Manager; Property Manager for Low Income and Elderly Families; Business Insurance; and now in the legal realm. I have received numerous awards and recognition throughout my career. I received a citation of appreciation on Civil Rights from Fran Ulmer(Ex Lieutenant Governor and Former Chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage) for my efforts at my current University. I have received a "Star of the Industry Award' from Alaska Hotel and Lodging corporation for my work in hospitality. I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I volunteer for my community as a Board Director for our Homeowners Association. I also have four children where I am the sole provider and I influence them to be engaged in community driven activities as well. I plan to bring this high level of involvement to the table; my civic engagement, community justice, and hard work will be used to push reform on various social issues. I'm honored that you are considering my application for the Alaska Students - North to the Future Scholarship. If you choose me, I will be grateful that we partnered in making the world a better place. Thank you for listening and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
    Priscilla Shireen Luke Scholarship
    I plan to receive a Bachelors in History with a minor in Legal Studies and a Minor in Justice at the University of Alaska Anchorage; I will attend law school thereafter. I'm currently attending my senior year, gaining valuable knowledge that will aid in growing my career as a Legal Professional. I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. Currently I work as a Legal Assistant helping crime victims, providing resources, and assisting with applications for benefits. I have helped file guardianships, conduct legal research, transcriptions, gather evidence in discovery, and I've taken numerous law courses at my local university. I have worked advocating for climate justice in Alaska with 10 Tribal governments and assisted in their communication with the federal government; to obtain disaster relief, community relocation, and equitable treatment. I helped in obtaining, programming, and distributing technological support to tribes so they could perform research in regards to climate change. I plan to continue helping communities in need once I receive my degree. As a child I lived through homelessness, abusive households, and struggled through life as an adolescent, so, juvenile justice, family law, discrimination law, and helping crime victims will also be a focus of my efforts to make the world a better place. I want to give a voice to those who are unheard, provide avenues for self-sufficiency, and educate people on their options. I think living and experiencing these situations first hand provides me with a unique perspective and advocacy. I understand the struggle and hope that can open communications that are difficult to obtain. I have worked in the hospitality industry as an Operations Manager; Property Manager for Low Income and Elderly Families; Business Insurance; and now in the legal realm. I have received numerous awards and recognition throughout my career. I received a citation of appreciation on Civil Rights from Fran Ulmer(Ex Lieutenant Governor and Former Chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage) for my efforts at my current University. I have received a "Star of the Industry Award' from Alaska Hotel and Lodging corporation for my work in hospitality. I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I volunteer for my community as a Board Director for our Homeowners Association. I also have four children where I am the sole provider and I influence them to be engaged in community driven activities as well. I plan to bring this high level of involvement to the table; my civic engagement, community justice, and hard work will be used to push reform on various social issues. I'm honored that you are considering my application for the Priscilla Shireen Luke Scholarship. If you choose me, I will be grateful that we partnered in making the world a better place. Thank you for listening and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
    Catrina Celestine Aquilino Memorial Scholarship
    I plan to receive a Bachelors in History with a minor in Legal Studies and a Minor in Justice at the University of Alaska Anchorage; I will attend law school thereafter. I'm currently attending my senior year, gaining valuable knowledge that will aid in growing my career as a Legal Professional. I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. Currently I work as a Legal Assistant helping crime victims, providing resources, and assisting with applications for benefits. I have helped file guardianships, conduct legal research, transcriptions, gather evidence in discovery, and I've taken numerous law courses at my local university. I have worked advocating for climate justice in Alaska with 10 Tribal governments and assisted in their communication with the federal government; to obtain disaster relief, community relocation, and equitable treatment. I helped in obtaining, programming, and distributing technological support to tribes so they could perform research in regards to climate change. I plan to continue helping communities in need once I receive my degree. As a child I lived through homelessness, abusive households, and struggled through life as an adolescent, so, juvenile justice, family law, discrimination law, and helping crime victims will also be a focus of my efforts to make the world a better place. I want to give a voice to those who are unheard, provide avenues for self-sufficiency, and educate people on their options. I think living and experiencing these situations first hand provides me with a unique perspective and advocacy. I understand the struggle and hope that can open communications that are difficult to obtain. I have worked in the hospitality industry as an Operations Manager; Property Manager for Low Income and Elderly Families; Business Insurance; and now in the legal realm. I have received numerous awards and recognition throughout my career. I received a citation of appreciation on Civil Rights from Fran Ulmer(Ex Lieutenant Governor and Former Chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage) for my efforts at my current University. I have received a "Star of the Industry Award' from Alaska Hotel and Lodging corporation for my work in hospitality. I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I volunteer for my community as a Board Director for our Homeowners Association. I also have four children where I am the sole provider and I influence them to be engaged in community driven activities as well. I plan to bring this high level of involvement to the table; my civic engagement, community justice, and hard work will be used to push reform on various social issues. I'm honored that you are considering my application for the Catrina Celestine Aquilino Memorial Scholarship. If you choose me, I will be grateful that we partnered in making the world a better place. Thank you for listening and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
    TJ Crowson Memorial Scholarship
    I plan to receive a Bachelors in History with a minor in Legal Studies and a Minor in Justice at the University of Alaska Anchorage; I will attend law school thereafter. I'm currently attending my senior year, gaining valuable knowledge that will aid in growing my career as a Legal Professional. I have a passion for equal rights and I’ve dedicated myself to bettering the lives of others. Currently I work as a Legal Assistant helping crime victims, providing resources, and assisting with applications for benefits. I have helped file guardianships, conduct legal research, transcriptions, gather evidence in discovery, and I've taken numerous law courses at my local university. I have worked advocating for climate justice in Alaska with 10 Tribal governments and assisted in their communication with the federal government; to obtain disaster relief, community relocation, and equitable treatment. I helped in obtaining, programming, and distributing technological support to tribes so they could perform research in regards to climate change. I plan to continue helping communities in need once I receive my degree. As a child I lived through homelessness, abusive households, and struggled through life as an adolescent, so, juvenile justice, family law, discrimination law, and helping crime victims will also be a focus of my efforts to make the world a better place. My family now is considered low income, but I still want to give a voice to those who are unheard, provide avenues for self-sufficiency, and educate people on their options. I think living and experiencing these situations first hand provides me with a unique perspective and advocacy. I understand the struggle and hope that can open communications that are difficult to obtain. I have worked in the hospitality industry as an Operations Manager; Property Manager for Low Income and Elderly Families; Business Insurance; and now in the legal realm. I have received numerous awards and recognition throughout my career. I received a citation of appreciation on Civil Rights from Fran Ulmer(Ex Lieutenant Governor and Former Chancellor of the University of Alaska Anchorage) for my efforts at my current University. I have received a "Star of the Industry Award' from Alaska Hotel and Lodging corporation for my work in hospitality. I am a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I volunteer for my community as a Board Director for our Homeowners Association. I also have four children where I am the sole provider and I influence them to be engaged in community driven activities as well. I plan to bring this high level of involvement to the table; my civic engagement, community justice, and hard work will be used to push reform on various social issues. I'm honored that you are considering my application for the TJ Crowson Memorial Scholarship and If you choose me, I will be grateful that we partnered in making the world a better place. Thank you for listening and I look forward to hearing from you soon.