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Biotech boot camp at Villanova exposes students to career paths

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The half-day event promoted business and career advice and networking opportunities for science, technology, engineering and math students interested in pharmaceuticals and biotech, boosting students’ interest and confidence in postgraduate opportunities. Is this diversity newsletter?: Is this Career Advice newsletter?:

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Lara Ozkan named 2025 Marshall Scholar

CAPD

Ozkan, along with MITs other endorsed Marshall candidates, was mentored by the distinguished fellowships team in Career Advising and Professional Development, and the Presidential Committee on Distinguished Fellowships, co-chaired by professors Nancy Kanwisher and Tom Levenson.

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Simple Strategies for Curriculum (Re)Design for the New Instructor

The Scholarly Teacher

When a new instructor faces challenges due to gaps in knowledge, experience or confidence, integrating content expertise into the curriculum through consultation and guest lecturing not only enriches the students learning experience but may support the professional development of the instructor. Williams, V. Kelley, K.