Exciting news! The Northeastern University Department of Chemical Engineering would like to congratulate Dr. Rebecca K Willits willits_lab on receiving a collaborative NSF award for the “Engineering Academic Mentoring Collective”! This initiative will help demystify the transition into academic positions for all faculty, particularly women and BIPOC faculty, emphasizing inclusive mentoring and culturally responsive training. The project aims to improve retention in academia, equipping institutions with diverse faculty who can drive innovation and enhance public engagement in science. It provides year-long training for PhD students and postdocs, as well as resources for universities that may wish to replicate this successful approach. It builds on previous initiatives. This award highlights the NSF’s commitment to broadening participation in engineering and the vital role of mentorship. Kudos to Dr. Rebecca K Willits for this impactful work! #nucoe #nsf