Scholar Voices

As a McDonnell Scholar at Washington University in St. Louis, I’ve been fortunate to be part of a diverse and supportive academic network.

Washington, DC: A monumental recall

During a special visit to Bayer Crop Science in St. Louis, over 20 McDonnell Scholars had the opportunity to network with experts across multiple sectors during panel sessions. They also gained firsthand knowledge of Bayer’s unique B4U Program and its impact on healthcare and agriculture.

By: Jorge Concha and Felipe Quaassdorff, McDonnell Scholars

by Tewodros Liyew, McDonnell Scholar

Jorge Concha Tagle, McDonnell Scholar

October 7, 2023 | Allison Martinez, McDonnell Scholar

Hsin-Yi Cindy Chou, McDonnell Scholar

Ekua Mbrah Inkoom, McDonnell Scholar

My biggest takeaway from the opening and keynote session is – humanity, accountability, and teamwork. 

Laura Benoist, director of the McDonnell International Scholars Academy, empowered us by sharing that it takes “people” to collaborate to reshape the world.