Posted January 30, 2026 by Cheyenne Rowe
All University of Nebraska-Lincoln faculty, staff, postdoctoral fellows and students are invited to attend an interactive panel on effective mentoring practices in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Attendees will gather valuable information on practical mentoring strategies, fostering supportive professional environments, promoting career development and navigating common mentor-mentee challenges.
The session, “Mentoring That Matters: Building Supportive Relationships for Career Growth,” is set for April 7 from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Willa Cather Dining Complex, Red Cloud A.
Panelists include:
- Marianna Burks, assistant professor of practice, School of Biological Sciences.
- Erin Carr, postdoctoral research associate, chemical and biomolecular engineering.
- Milad Roohi, assistant professor, Durham School of Architectural Engineering and Construction.
- Rebecca Roston, associate professor, biochemistry; Ralph and Alice Raikes Chair in Plant Sciences.
- Guy Trainin, professor, teaching, learning and teacher education.
Registration is required, with seating limited to the first 100 registrants. Complimentary refreshments will be provided.
This event is hosted by the UNL chapter of the Association for Women in Science in partnership with the Office of Research and Innovation, Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor and the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
