Chem4REAL: Research Engages All Learners

In this episode, three experienced faculty in different STEM areas working in a public comprehensive university in the Midwest share their experiences and suggestions on mentoring diverse STEM students through engagement in undergraduate research. We cover our thoughts on ways to support and recruit diverse students, how to establish personal connections and trust, different ways to build networks...

In this two-part episode, three STEM students/professionals in the LatinX community engage in a frank discussion about their personal journeys in obtaining higher education in STEM.  During a conversation moderated by Dr. Hector Palencia, Professor of Chemistry at University of Nebraska, Kearney, these three individuals boldly discuss their challenges as immigrants to the U.S., including expe...

In the final episode of the season Dr Venugopal Mukku, Associate Professor in the Math, Science and Technology Department at the University of Minnesota, Crookston campus, interviews Dr. Karen Almeida, Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Rhode Island College.  Together they explore the flipped classroom model for general chemistry and discuss differential student responses.  As so...

In this episode we hear from three successful female chemistry faculty working primarily with undergraduates.  They reflect on their own undergraduate experiences, how they navigated to eventual success, and how it continues to shape their teaching and research today. As soon as they are available, transcripts can be found on the Chem4REAL blog at https://curchem.wordpress.com/

In this month’s episode, three faculty discuss their strategies and ideas for being more intentionally inclusive in the classroom.  From our discussion you’ll hear why we think being intentional is important and how we have more explicitly embraced diversity.  Learn about concrete ideas that you can implement today. As soon as they are available, transcripts can be found on the Chem4REAL...

WARNING:  Please be advised that this content includes topics that some listeners may find triggering. In this installment of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity series, we hear the inspirations and challenges of a recent chemistry graduate from Rhode Island College. In it she describes experiences navigating the academic system, finding her path, thoughts on belonging, and the supports she...

In this episode, Dr. Bridget Gourley, Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry and Dean of the Faculty at DePauw University in Greencastle Indiana interviews Dr. Joe Reczek, Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Denison University in Granville Ohio.  Together they explore their classrooms and campuses from the lens of racial equity and provide simple yet concrete strategies to becoming an...

In this series of three podcasts we hear from seasoned faculty as they discuss what they have done to maintain chemistry research engagement with our undergraduate students in light of the pandemic.  As colleagues reflected on the past 7 months, their responses fell into three themes. Part I focuses on lessons learned, Part II on keeping students engaged, and Part III on issues of inclusivity...

In this series of three podcasts we hear from seasoned faculty as they discuss what they have done to maintain chemistry research engagement with our undergraduate students in light of the pandemic.  As colleagues reflected on the past 7 months, their responses fell into three themes. Part I focuses on lessons learned, Part II on keeping students engaged, and Part III on issues of inclusivity...

In this series of three podcasts we hear from seasoned faculty as they discuss what they have done to maintain chemistry research engagement with our undergraduate students in light of the pandemic.  As colleagues reflected on 2020, their responses fell into three themes. Part I focuses on lessons learned, Part II on keeping students engaged, and Part III on issues of inclusivity and equity....

In this episode, Dr. Nicholas Ball, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Pomona College, interviews Dr. Silvia Ronco, Program Director at the Research Corporation for Science Advancement and current Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) President.  Silvia outlines her vision of inclusion and transformation as CUR strives to be the premier voice of undergraduate research across the nation and...

You may have heard about “service learning” or “context-based learning” on your campus, but thought…how could chemistry participate? In this episode, a faculty member at a small, rural institution talks about her experience integrating a research-based approach into her General Chemistry Laboratory that served the local community with useful data. The student engagement is worth the effort! As soo...

In this episode, seven experienced chemistry faculty from different types of institutions share how they pivoted to remote laboratory activities during the initial outbreak of COVID-19 Spring 2020. We reflect on what worked well, sometimes by luck, that can be adapted for future terms as faculty members work to create quality learning experiences for students when we may or may not be allowed to h...

This podcast is hosted by the Chemistry Division of the Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR).   We are a group of faculty and administrators nationwide dedicated to promoting and supporting high-quality mentored undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative inquiry.  The "Chem4REAL Because Research Engages All Learners" podcast will launch its first episode on August 15, 2020...