Introduction to Our Monthly Blog Series: Roots to Research
In the October 2024 issue of the Research at TC Newsletter, we introduced a new initiative, From Roots to Research, a monthly blog series that features distinguished scholars from Teachers College.
Each month we will share the origin stories of TC faculty members, showcase their research and contributions to policy and practice, and learn from their unique journeys and insights.
December 2024
Third edition of From Roots to Research: A Conversation with Dr. Prerna Arora
Second edition of From Roots to Research: A Conversation with Dr. Thomas Brock
A Conversation with Dr. Prerna Arora
In our third edition of the From Roots to Research series, we had the privilege to speak with Dr. Prerna Arora, Associate Professor of Psychology and Education and Director of the School Mental Health for Minoritized Youth and Families (SMILE) Research Lab at Teachers College, whose research has been deeply informed by her dedication to addressing mental health disparities, fostering community-based collaborations, and supporting historically marginalized populations. Dr. Arora’s journey offers invaluable insights into the world of academia and the transformative power of research.
A Conversation with Dr. Thomas Brock
In our second edition of From Roots to Research series, we had the privilege to speak with Dr. Thomas (Tom) Brock, Director of the Community College Research Center and Research Professor at Teachers College, whose research has been shaped by a commitment to addressing poverty, advancing education policy, and improving student outcomes through evidence-based reforms. Dr. Brock’s journey offers invaluable insights into the world of academia and research.
October 2024
Inaugural edition of From Roots to Research: A Conversation with Dr. Carol Scheffner Hammer
A Conversation with Dr. Carol Scheffner Hammer
In our inaugural edition of From Roots to Research, we had the privilege to speak with Dr. Carol Hammer, a prominent scholar at TC, whose research has been shaped by her global experiences and dedication to supporting bilingual children’s development. From her early days as a speech-language pathologist to securing major research grants, Dr. Hammer’s journey offers invaluable insights into the world of academia and research.