Given the greater number of analytical tools available we can also give students a broader exposure to the techniques of scientific investigations. Having recently completed my dissertation, I am still hungry to do research. However, I feel a strong commitment to teach because it was from excellent teachers that I developed my interests and passions about botany. I enjoy doing science and get excited thinking and telling people about it. It is easier to get students involved with learning when they see that their teacher is enthusiastic about the subject.
Enthusiasm is contagious.
I want to use my passion for teaching about science to drive my efforts to implement changes in our science and math programs which will make more research and learning opportunities available for undergraduates. To help strengthen our program, I would actively promote communication and dialogue among the science faculty and between science and non-science faculty to develop an understanding of what the role of science and mathematics in the undergraduate education. Leadership requires the same dedication to the goal and ability to solve problem's that is essential to being a successful scientist.