
Melissa Herbst-Kralovetz
Associate Professor
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ USA
“I’m so proud to be a nerd.”
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ USA
“I’m so proud to be a nerd.”
Associate Professor
I do research and teach basic medical sciences and obstetrics and gynecology.
In academia, the days vary between research, teaching, and service. I spend a lot of time writing grants and papers to get funding for our research. I meet with other collaborators. I also train new up and coming scientists.
Here's the first step for college students
Reach out for mentorships, internships, and volunteer opportunities to gain experience. When doing so, be very thoughtful in how you're crafting your request. Craft it in a way that the person receiving it feels like they can't say no to you. And if they do say no, don't let that discourage you. It's likely that they're saying no because they already have a full load of trainees and can't give you the attention you deserve. There are other opportunities out there to learn—just try again.
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