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Dr. Kelly Y. Neiles
Dr. Kelly Y. Neiles
She/Her/Hers
She/Her/Hers
Office: GH202
Email: kyneiles@smcm.edu
Office Hours: M 10:30-11:30am, F 8:30-9:30am (No appointments needed for office hours!)
All office hours are in-person unless otherwise scheduled via e-mail with Dr. Neiles
My research is in the field of Chemical Education. This means I research how students learn chemistry and what we as instructors can do to make it a better experience for more students. In my research I investigate how we can intentionally develop and assess scaffolded curricula to increase the inclusive access to STEM disciplines and professions. This means including authentic experiences imbedded into coursework so that every student may benefit from them. I work to develop laboratory experiences that better reflect the practice of science through intensive collaborations and writing exercises. I also work to understand how students are interpreting chemical visualizations that are necessary for deep a understanding of the chemical concepts, research I do using an eye tracker to track students' viewing of these visualizations. All aspects of my research are conducted through collaborations with my undergraduate researchers who are involved in every stage of the research process. If you are interested in working with me contact me today!
AREAS OF RESEARCH SPECIALIZATION
Chemistry Education
Intentional Development and Assessment of Scaffolded Curriculum
Inclusive Excellence in Chemistry and STEM Courses
Jocelyn Neubauer
Jocelyn Neubauer
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Major: Double major in Biochemistry and Neuroscience
Year in School: Junior
Clubs/Organizations: Rowing, BOSS/SMACS, Pre-Health Club
About me: I am a third-year Biochemistry and Neuroscience major interested in pursuing medicine. Outside of school, I enjoy hiking, running, biking, and anything else you can do outdoors! When I’m not in class or doing homework, you can find me down at the docks at rowing practice or relaxing in my hammock. I am looking forward to sharing my love for science with my peers this year as a Gen Chem P2P!
Elsa Pirozzi
Elsa Pirozzi
Pronouns: She/Her
Major: Biology
Minor: Math
Year in School: Senior
About Me: Biology major, aiming to become a medical examiner. I hope I can help you master chemistry basics and be more confident as you move into Chem II and Orgo.
Gabriela Miranda
Gabriela Miranda
Pronouns: she/her
Major: Biochemistry
Minor: Music
Year in School: Junior
Clubs/Organizations: Pre-Health Club Secretary, BOSS Vice President and tutor, SMACS tutor, Womens Varsity Rowing, DeSousa Brent Mentor, Sum Primus Mentor
About Me: I have lived in Montgomery County my whole life and graduated from Magruder High School. I am in the pre-med track with hopes of going into the medical field and becoming an anesthesiologist. I play cello in the SMCM orchestra (I also played percussion and was in the marching band in high school!), and I plan on joining Zero Degrees, which is a kpop dance group SMCM. Regarding STEM, I am currently researching DNA mutations caused by environmental factors with Dr. Sherrer. I love St. Mary's, especially the chemistry and biochemistry departments. I am so excited to get to work with other students in General Chemistry!
Melak Armstrong
Melak Armstrong
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Major: Psychology with Pre-Med track
Year in School: Sophomore
Clubs/Organizations: InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Student Ambassador, DB Scholar
About Me: Hello, my name is Melak Armstrong. I love to travel and endure in new experiences. Swimming and hiking are my top hobbies and I am excited to be a Peer to Peer mentor and I look forward to meeting new people!
Maggie Brindza
Maggie Brindza
Pronouns: Hasn't told us yet
Major: Chemistry/Art
Minor: Taking over the world
Year in School: 1st Grade
Clubs/Organizations: Ballet, Soccer, Swimming, and Brindza Children United Against their Parents (BC-UAP)
About me: Maggie is a strong-willed, independent powerhouse who will either take over the world or burn it to the ground. Her parents recognize her potential to do great things, they just worry they won't survive her younger years.
Bert Brindza
Bert Brindza
Pronouns: Hasn't told us yet
Major: Destroying
Minor: Snuggles
Year in School: 4-yr-old Class at Daycare
Clubs/Organizations: Swimming, Rock Hunting, and Brindza Children United Against their Parents (BC-UAP)
About me: Bert entered this world by storm (2 months early to be exact). He is equal parts sweet smiles and pure destruction. Yes, maybe that destructive tendency means he'll someday be an engineer, or maybe it just means he'll leave a wake of chaos in his path. Only time will tell.
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