Humnath Panta will present a lecture commemorating their Distinguished Faculty Award for Scholar of the Year, on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 5:00pm in Goodwin Forum (Nelson Hall East 102). A small reception will follow.

Title: Empowering Inquiry: Enhancing Student Research Experiences

Synopsis: What defines an impactful research experience for students? Where do moments of discovery and growth occur in their academic journeys? In this interactive session, we will explore strategies to elevate student research experiences by fostering curiosity, collaboration, and meaningful mentorship. Together, we will consider how a supportive, inquiry-driven environment can empower students to engage deeply with their research, develop critical thinking skills, and contribute to knowledge creation. Please bring a story of a transformative student research experience or an example of effective mentorship to share as we collectively build a vision for enhancing research opportunities in our educational communities.

Free and open to students, faculty, staff and members of the local community. Light refreshments provided. 

This is the second of four Distinguished Faculty Lectures that will take place in the Spring 2025 semester. See poster for details of future lectures