Before I Was Mom

Ann McNicol

/ ISBN 13: 9798988693291

Editore: Ann R McNicol, 2025

Codice articolo LU-9798988693291

Riassunto:

Turning Struggles into Science: A Journey of Resilience, Discovery, and Finding Your True Path

From struggling to read in a traditional classroom to thriving in the world of science, Ann R. McNicol’s memoir is a powerful story of resilience, curiosity, and self-discovery.

Diagnosed with dyslexia after years of academic frustration, Ann refused to let early setbacks define her future. Inspired by hands-on experiences—from scuba diving at Seacamp to witnessing rocket launches in Florida—she found her passion for science and pursued it across continents, studying at USF and the University of Queensland. Along the way, she built an impressive career with organizations like NOAA and NIH, exploring everything from marine environments to virology.

But her greatest calling emerged not in the lab, but in the classroom. Guided by mentors and shaped by her own challenges, Ann discovered the transformative power of teaching science in a way that truly connects with students.

Spanning decades of perseverance, this inspiring memoir is a testament to overcoming obstacles, redefining success, and finding purpose against the odds—perfect for anyone who has ever felt out of place or underestimated.

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Titolo: Before I Was Mom
Casa editrice: Ann R McNicol
Data di pubblicazione: 2025
Legatura: Paperback
Condizione: New