Linda Tropp - Teachers Make a Difference - Jonathan Cheek

The speaker reflects on the impact of Jonathan Cheek, a psychology professor at Wellesley College, who inspired a shift from aspiring high school teacher to a career in research. Initially interested in statistics and research for fun, the speaker was encouraged by Cheek's comment on a paper, suggesting a future in research. This led to pursuing an honors thesis under his guidance, ultimately shaping a long-term research career.

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