Dr. Simone Nelson is a biology professor at Seminole State College of Florida. Her evolution in academia has led her to seek deeper understanding of student behaviors and develop practical strategies to alleviate hidden barriers to student success. Beyond the classroom, Dr. Nelson has engaged in activities that have further fostered her understanding of how to reduce student barriers, including serving as co-principal investigator on an NSF S-STEM grant and as faculty support on a Title III grant. Both grants are aimed at understanding and reducing barriers to student success. Dr. Nelson also served at the Faculty Center for Teaching where she guided other educators at the college in the same practices. Dr. Nelson is a strong advocate for developing a curiosity mindset around student behaviors.
Tags: Barriers Students Face in Education Faculty Mental Health and Well-Being for Students Student Success
