As recipient of the EDI Award for Academic Excellence, Sacha Williams, a PhD student with the CommiSur Lab, will gain exclusive access to a comprehensive mentorship program through the Mentorat intégral pour la science inclusive (MISI) project. This opportunity will pair Sacha with a dedicated mentor and provide access to specialized activities designed to foster her development as an inclusive leader. The MISI project, funded by the Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie through the NovaScience Program of the Quebec Government, reflects the lab’s commitment to supporting diverse talent and inclusive leadership in scientific research.
CommiSur Lab PhD Student Sacha Williams to Receive Mentorship Through MISI Project
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