summer camp for stem

Nicole Malofsky, PhD

Recently completing her PhD in Biomedical Engineering at Vanderbilt University, Nicole continues to use the skills she learned at Great Books.

“Great Books created a strong foundation for my love of literature and critical thinking – both of which have aided me as I pursue a career in STEM. The ability to dive deep into literature and then engage in thought provoking conversations translates from the gardens of Emily Dickinson 12 years ago at Great Books all the way into my PhD studies today. My reading topics have shifted from the Don Quixote and Grimm Brothers at Great Books to technical publications on global health, infectious disease diagnostics, and biotechnology. I am profoundly grateful for Great Books not only teaching me scholarly skills, but also for giving me that flavor of independence and collegiate living I was so eager to experience.”

Nicole and friends at Great Books!