Taylor Darwin (she/her) is a doctoral candidate in Curriculum and Instruction at Texas Tech University. She is a mathematics instructor at a North Central Texas College, which serves various rural communities. Darwin’s dissertation research is focused on underserved rural STEM teachers’ curriculum development, implementation in the classroom, and impact on teachers’ self-efficacy.

Oral Defense Of A Foodie Candidate

This article by Eleazar Reward shares how being a foodie has enriched his life as a doctoral candidate in molecular virology, broadening his cultural integration, creating special memories, and promoting healthy nutrition.

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Pursuing A Research PhD Is Like Launching Your Own Start-Up Business

Learn about the similarities between pursuing a PhD in a research field and launching a startup business. From selecting a viable research topic to marketing your work, PhD students and entrepreneurs have overlapping skills and mindsets that can lead to success. Read more to find out how PhD students can learn from entrepreneurial techniques to achieve success in academia.

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