Faculty Position:
Department of Bioengineering
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Background:
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Drexel University
PhD Material Science & Engineering
(2018)
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Grambling State University
BS Physics
(2011)
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Drexel University
PhD Material Science & Engineering(2018)
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Grambling State University
BS Physics(2011)
Hometown:
Shreveport, LA
Why Illinois?
Jenny’s so dope!
It’s true though, she’s so dope.
What has been your best experience at Illinois?
I’ve enjoyed collaborating with world class faculty; continued to mentor, work with, and learn from the students within the university and the surrounding communities.
Favorite part about being a postdoctorate at Illinois?
Not being a student anymore and having the opportunity and freedom to define my own professional identity.
What advice would you give to someone interested in pursuing a STEM degree?
Believe in you! You have to believe in yourself, 100%.
No matter what anyone else tells you.
Find mentors.
And never quit.
No matter what.