A supportive network of mentors is crucial for research training in ecology. Many of these networks are not easily accessible or navigable for students from underrepresented backgrounds. I hope to make a difference in that regard by serving as a mentor who prioritizes growth, community, and flexibility.
growth Sometimes the pressures of academia make it feel like there is no room for error. I encourage my mentees to embrace their strengths as assets and their weaknesses as opportunities. |
communityAs a mentor, I aim to use my privileged position to welcome my mentees into professional spaces and networks which might not otherwise be accessible to them. |
flexibilityMentoring styles that work for one student are not necessarily the best fit for others. And sometimes one student needs a mentor to play a variety of roles throughout their research. It is therefore important to communicate openly and be flexible as things change. |
mentoring outreach
I have served as a mentor for underrepresented students in programs such as:
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Diversity Preview Weekend (DPW),
Graduate Students Mentoring Undergraduates (GSMU) |
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