Leslie Zebrowitz - Teachers Make a Difference - Charles A. Kiesler

The speaker reflects on the profound influence of Keesler, a founding figure in psychology, who was not her formal advisor but a significant mentor. Keesler encouraged her to conduct and publish her first experiment, which shaped her career in social psychology. His mentorship extended beyond academia, offering guidance on balancing a career with motherhood, a topic rarely discussed at the time. His support and the role model provided by his wife, Sarah, were crucial in her successful academic and personal life.

What role did Keesler play in the speaker's decision to pursue social psychology?

• He was the speaker's PhD advisor.

• He was the speaker's Masters advisor.

• He was on the speaker's Dissertation Committee.

• He encouraged the speaker to conduct a social psychology experiment.

What was the outcome of the social psychology experiment the speaker conducted during their first semester?

• It was criticized by peers.

• It was abandoned.

• It was published.

• It was not successful.

How did Keesler's wife, Sarah, contribute to the speaker's experience in graduate school?

• She was the speaker's dissertation advisor.

• She was a faculty member at Yale.

• She discouraged the speaker from pursuing social psychology.

• She was a role model for balancing academia and family.

What unique support did Keesler provide to the speaker as a woman in academia?

• He introduced the speaker to other female mentors.

• He offered financial support.

• He provided additional research opportunities.

• He discussed integrating an academic career with motherhood.

What was the speaker's perception of Keesler's mentoring style?

• Stern and demanding.

• Indifferent and uninterested.

• Critical and harsh.

• Encouraging and supportive.