Years ago, an assistant professor cared enough to tell me that I was not performing as I should & suggested some changes so I could be a better student.
I listened and improved.
Later, when my job talks didn’t go well, she called me with helpful advice.
I landed the next job.
Today, she asked me to lunch.
I dropped everything.
I went to lunch with her.
I had no choice. She made my life & my life with the teen possible.
One may become many things in your academic life, but one should never forget the people who made your life possible.
I will always honor her advice & her impact on my life.
I won’t mention names - bc it’s not what she would want - but I will always be thankful for her advice & impact on my life.
I pay her back with each student I help.
Mentoring matters.
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