Jennifer Freyd Teachers Make a Difference - Roger Shepard

The transcript recounts the experiences of a graduate student at Stanford in 1979 with Roger Shepard, a renowned cognitive psychologist. Despite his shyness, Shepard became a supportive mentor, especially in a male-dominated field. He encouraged creativity and respected new ideas, teaching the importance of staying true to one's intellectual passions and being respectful to others.

What challenges did the author face as a woman in a male-dominated field at Stanford?

What key lesson did the author learn from Roger Shepard regarding intellectual passions?