Committees
MICaB Committee on Graduate Studies (CGS)
The Committee on Graduate Studies (CGS) establishes general policies, serves both faculty and graduate students in the maintenance of academic standards, evaluates applications, interviews prospective students, and facilitates the selection process of the MICaB Program. The CGS consists of nine MICaB faculty members (including the DGS), three representing each track (Microbiology, Immunology, and Cancer Biology), as well as two to three MICaB student representatives.
Email: [email protected]
Faculty Admissions Committee
The Faculty Admissions Committee evaluates applications from faculty members who have applied to become graduate faculty in the MICaB program. The committee consists of 6 MICaB faculty members (two from each track) and 3 MICaB students.
Email: [email protected]
Awards Committee
The Awards Committee evaluates applications from students for a variety of awards. The committee consists of six MICaB faculty members (two from each track) who are selected by the CGS.
Email: [email protected]
Student Success Committee
The MICaB Student Success Committee (SSC) consists of faculty and students committed to building a scholarly community where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to flourish. They strive to create spaces where every voice, experience, and perspective is welcomed and celebrated. Through intentional collaboration, outreach opportunities, and a culture grounded in mutual support, they prepare graduate students to lead with integrity, empathy, and an enduring commitment to the well-being of all.
Email: [email protected]
Career Development Committee
The mission of the MICaB Career Development Committee is to promote education, opportunity, inclusion and excellence surrounding the exploration of available career paths. Key elements include promoting open and candid discussions of career path options, providing a realistic modern-day rationale for choosing a given path that considers both the professional and personal needs of each student, and providing mentorship, resources, and guidance that will equip MICaB students with the best tools and mechanisms to success within a given career path choice. The MICaB Career Development Committee coordinates career development activities within the MICaB program.
Email: [email protected]
Faculty Committee Members: Alon Herschhorn, PhD, (Co-Chair), Roberta O'Connor, PhD, (Co-Chair)
Student Committee members: Taylor DePauw, Jake Hildebrand, Sookyong Joo, Foster Powers, Perianne Smith, Trevor Tankersley