She has supervised the research of over 50 mentees, including over a dozen published papers first-authored by mentees. Her nominating trainees have glowing things to say about her mentorship. I’ll just share a few quotes.

• “She does what the best mentors do—she sees who we are, where we wish to be, and does everything she can to empower us and facilitate our success and goals.”

•  “Her collaborators, colleagues, and students know from the very first interaction with her that she loves science, and her drive is contagious. She inspires those around her to not only work diligently, but to care deeply about the work.”

• “She continuously inspires me with her bold, innovative and interdisciplinary way of thinking, to believe in myself and act upon my ideas.  One of her many incredible qualities as a mentor is knowing exactly how much she needs to push her mentees to help them grow.”

• “There are very few people who immediately light up and fill the spaces they enter; who captivate their interlocutors with a balanced blend of charisma, intellect, and compassion; who listen kindly and earnestly; who guide with their full self. She is one of these people.”

She is an associate professor at Vanderbilt University, and the Vanderbilt University Medical Center - Congratulations to the Mid-Career Mentorship Award recipient, Reyna Gordon!

• As read by Adena Schachner at the 2022 SMPC Meeting