Expertise:
Anatomy; Physiology; Plant breeding
Hobbies/Sports:
Talking and learning about international studies; Attending cultural events; Gardening
Education Degrees:
Ph.D. (ABD) in Plant Genetics, University of South Carolina (1972); Master of Science in Botany, Patna University (1965)
Affiliations Awards:
Board Member, AAUW; The Fulbright Program, Academy for Educational Development
Charity:
Glenside Bible Church; Adviser, Student Affairs, Abington Campus, The Pennsylvania State University; Adviser, South Asian Student Association, Abington Campus, The Pennsylvania State University; Adviser, Cultural Dance Team, Abington Campus, The Pennsylvania State University
Number Of Years In Profession:
36
Number Of Years In Current Position:
22
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her perseverance and never losing hope.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after moving to the United States from India; many of her family members ventured into the medical field.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. John previously worked at Philadelphia University, where she taught biology, botany and chemistry. She is a botanist at heart and has researched plant genetics. Dr. John wrote her dissertation on the "Comparison of Chlorophytum Species in reference to Genetic Outcome."
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Lecturing; Teaching one semester of human anatomy and physiology to 130 students; Developing syllabi; Ordering books; Researching
Awards/Honors:
Three-Time Grant Recipient, The National Science Foundation
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. John intends to transition into international studies education.