Vanessa von ScheltenbergThe Number of Postdocs Won’t Be Increasing Anytime SoonArticles have emerged recently about a worrisome drop in the number of postdoctoral candidates. In an attempt to entice more postdocs…May 8May 8
Vanessa von ScheltenbergWhat Goes Unmentioned in the Affirmative Action ConversationDespite the Supreme Court’s historic ruling on affirmative action, efforts to maintain a diverse workforce and conversations about DEI…Oct 1, 2023Oct 1, 2023
Vanessa von ScheltenbergFarewell, Academia. My Experience and AdviceAfter spending the vast majority of my life dreaming about becoming an academic professor — dreaming of leading the charge on new projects…Jul 29, 20231Jul 29, 20231
Vanessa von ScheltenbergThe “Image” of a ScientistImagine a baby. Now imagine a dog.Jul 15, 2020Jul 15, 2020
Vanessa von ScheltenbergLegislating AbortionI repeat, legislating abortion. Similar words include: law, rule, act, bill. I am going to be this specific because I repeatedly tell…Oct 5, 2016Oct 5, 2016
Vanessa von ScheltenbergDiversity on the University CampusI went to a high school that was 50% African American, 30% white, 10% Asian, and 10% other. That sounds diverse, right? Sure, in number…Sep 13, 2016Sep 13, 2016
Vanessa von ScheltenberginStudent VoicesComplications in Solutions to BullyingI am a nineteen year old college student living a pretty great life despite my tremendous loan debt. I’ve had the unlikely opportunity of…Aug 27, 20163Aug 27, 20163