Zahra Basti
She/Her/Hers
Academic Advisor
Email: zbasti@eicc.edu
Phone: 563-441-4004
Office: SCC Belmont Campus
Advises the following programs:
I joined EICC as an adjunct faculty in 2004. After working for several years on Adult
Ed side, I accepted Academic Advisor position in SCC, Belmont campus in January 2021.
My biggest joy at work is seeing my students’ determination to fulfill their dreams
despite all the limitation they may have in their lives, and discussing with my colleagues
the best advising practices to support the students. I think being an immigrant myself
and my ELA /ESL background have helped me to become a stronger and more compassionate
advisor, and understand students fears and challenges.
I love world literature, art and cinema. Through them I think we can break time, space
and language barriers and create a new world full of understanding and admiration
for each other. I have a master degree in Ancient languages and cultures. I have translated
12 books in archaeology and history area from English to my native language. I have
published several original articles about ancient mythologies and cultures.
Schedule an Appointment with Zahra
Questions? Call toll-free 1-888-336-3907, email eiccinfo@eicc.edu or contact the college nearest you and ask to speak to an advisor.
- Clinton Community College, 563-244-7000
- Muscatine Community College, 563-288-6000
- Scott Community College, 563-441-4000
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