Take a moment to get to know Katianna Lemons-White.
Major: Teacher Education with a concentration in Early Childhood through Sixth Grade, Undergraduate
Faculty Mentor: Camille Burnett
Research Topic: Becoming a STEM Teacher
Post-graduation plans: After graduation, my aspiration is to work at an elementary school, where I can passionately inspire and educate the young minds who represent the future generation. My aim is to contribute positively to their growth and development, fostering a love for learning and providing them with the tools they need to succeed.
The RISE program ranks among the best I’ve ever joined, and I am immensely grateful to my amazing mentor, Camille Burnett, for granting me the opportunity to work alongside her. Researching a topic in a field that deeply interests me made the experience incredibly worthwhile, and I would gladly do it all over again!
The Faculty Research and Innovation Success and Excellence Program (RISE), an initiative created by Prairie View A&M University’s Vice President of Research and Innovation, Magesh Rajan, Ph.D., P.E., invests in critical research and innovation domains. It fosters collaboration across disciplines among PVAMU faculty, students, and University partners.
By Joe McGinty