S. Carolina Córdova, Department of Agronomy and Horticulture’s new assistant professor and statewide soil health specialist, is featured on Propelling Women in Power, a podcast about the careers of women in energy.
Córdova shares her adventures in academic research dealing with the friendly and, occasionally, not-so-friendly on her path to becoming a leader in the soil sciences. She also discusses her hands-on approach to mentorship, both on and off the field.
The series is created at the Wisconsin Energy Institute on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus and the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center by Wisconsin Energy Institute assistant editor Michelle Chung and undergraduate communications intern Mary Riker.
According to Chung, women are integral members of the energy science community and play an enormous role in developing an inclusive, equitable and sustainable future for the field of energy. From nuclear engineers to atmospheric scientists to ecological researchers, they inspire and empower their coworkers and mentees to break the glass ceiling while contributing to these ever-growing fields of discovery.
“It is our goal to highlight their individual experiences, mentors and work-life balance, while seeking advice for young women in science and asking the question: “Who and what facilitated your success?” said Chung.
Listen to Nice People with S. Carolina Córdova podcast at https://energy.wisc.edu/news/podcast-nice-people-s-carolina-cordova or on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Youtube or anywhere podcasts are found.
