![]() She tries to find space for everyone in the classroom, no matter their science background. In her classroom, she focuses on inclusive pedagogy and is passionate about supporting first-generation students because she understands that their labor and struggles are often invisible. She then began to consider teaching at a small college. ![]() When applying to postdoctoral programs, she had a hard time finding one that would let her teach and do research. Professor Pater was the only non-traditional student at UC San Diego’s PhD program, but her favorite part was T.A.ing and having conversations with her students. She was invited to form part of his research and in her second year, was accepted into the URM program at UNM, which tracks students into PhD programs. ![]() At UNM, she switched to a biology major and fondly remembers conversations with plant physiology professor during office hours. After starting a family, she returned to community college and later transferred to the lab technician program at the University of New Mexico. Her family’s migration from the Philippines was difficult and after attending undergrad at Boston University, she dropped out due to personal difficulties and lack of support. She is a first-generation American and first-generation student who has experienced a non-traditional path in academia. Professor Dianne Pater is a visiting professor at Amherst College, currently on her last semester here.
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