No toiling away in isolation for these scholars. They want their research to have practical applications, and they believe that their work can and will enlighten and improve the lives of others.
We have a great lineup this year — from anthropology to neurobiology — this is an intriguing group. The neurobiologist who had the opportunity to join the renowned Alvin Ailey Dance Company, the higher education professor who initially preferred beaches to books, the law professor who graduated from high school with a 1.8 GPA — they don’t fit the stereotypes of the stuffy scholar.
The fact that we don’t all graduate at the top of our class or know what our career path will be at age 10 and yet still can go on to publish several books or conduct groundbreaking research means that we’re constantly evolving.
Sometimes our paths are unexpected and unplanned; we are inspired and influenced by our family, friends and mentors. The scholars’ individual stories highlight that there is no correct prescription and exact roadmap for “success.” What you need, however, seems to be heavy doses of perseverance, self-confidence and passion. A deep well of energy would help, too!
We hope you enjoy reading this edition, and if there’s a scholar you would like to nominate for 2007, it’s never too early to send me an e-mail at editor@cmapublishing.com.
Hilary Hurd Anyaso
Editor
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