Bio Rana Odeh is a freelance text-editor for the American Journal of Economics and Sociology and a Debate Forum columnist for the Dayton City Paper. She holds a BA in English and Philosophy from the University of Dayton. Rana is currently a graduate student in the International and Comparative Politics program at Wright State University. Before starting graduate school, Rana's academic work has been awarded a number of recognitions including a number of Dean's List awards, the Dayton Arab American Forum award, and the Erma Bombeck Writers  award. Rana's research and writings focus on international relations, global political economy, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, as well as social and public policy issues related to race, class, and gender. Rana is also a well rounded artist with particular interests in ceramics, painting, and print-making.  Rana and her husband Fadhel live in Granville, Ohio.