George Bonanno - Teachers Make a Difference - Jerome L. Singer

The speaker reflects on the profound impact of their mentor, Jerome Singer, during their doctoral studies. Despite initial challenges, Singer's nurturing and belief in the speaker fostered a strong emphasis on scholarship and critical thinking. The speaker continues to model their own teaching approach after Singer, valuing kindness, patience, and critical thinking in mentorship.

Who is the mentor mentioned in the text and what role did he play in the speaker's life?

How did the speaker describe their own background before meeting Jerry Singer?

What qualities did the speaker attribute to Jerry Singer as a mentor?

In what ways did Jerry Singer communicate his belief in the speaker?

What combination of qualities in Jerry Singer's mentorship does the speaker believe worked beautifully?