Imposter syndrome is strong with this one, it is. The feelings are a product of so much systemic bias you internalize during your life. I thought I had a handle on it waking up early and getting on the plane at O’Hare last week. After all, my work as a professor in Chicago has a […]
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Tiny Books, Big Conversation (By Janice Ledgerwood)
On a research vessel, everyone arrives carrying something: equipment, research questions, expectations, and a small gift to share with the temporary community that will live and work together at sea. My contribution was a stack of handmade tiny books, drawing pencils, acrylic paint markers, and some ideas to explore for anyone who wanted to participate. […]
Be Curious, Not Judgmental (By Jordan Adams)
I have spent a lot of time reflecting on the idea of “community”. We can all be neatly grouped into our communities both within, and outside of, our careers. Each STEMSEAS 2026 2YC attendee spends a lot of time in the classroom. Several of us are married, some are parents, many of us are fond […]
