#SlugStories "I have been very fortunate to have mentors along my scientific career to feed me with a simple message—that I belong and my voice is valued. My mission is to use all aspects of scientific research as a dynamic mechanism for inclusion and to promote confidence and professional advancement of individuals from diverse cultural and social backgrounds." 🔬🔬 ____ 👏👏👏 to ucsc_grad students Apple Cortez Vollmers and Donna Poscablo who have both been awarded Gilliam Fellowships for Advanced Study, recognizing exceptional doctoral students who have the desire to advance diversity and inclusion in the sciences. Read more at our news center. Link in bio. ____ #ucsc #ucsantacruz #stem #diversityinstem #sciencematters #science #womeninstem