We know it’s hard to believe, but professors have whole lives outside of the classroom (wild, right?!). We sat down with some professors to give you a glimpse of the human behind the title and the syllabus. It turns out they have favorite foods and pets and hobbies, too. Professors… they’re just like us!
What part of your work makes you most proud?
I am most proud of the student-focused approach that I bring to my work in our residential colleges, in my administrative role in the business school, and in the classroom. I truly love our students and am committed to doing my best to ensure they have an incredible experience.
What makes your day better?
I am a mom so I have to say that hugs from my kids make my day better.
What is the most exciting thing happening in your field right now?
There is always something exciting happening in the business of health care! University of Miami just convened all the major health care industry leaders to discuss the impacts of the change in administration.
How do you recharge?
I love to exercise (yoga in particular) to recharge.
What is the most unusual food you have eaten?
I tried Uyghur cuisine in China with some colleagues and tasted parts of animals that I didn’t realize people eat!
What part of your work makes you most proud?
Teaching is my passion, and I'm proud of my course lectures. I'm also really proud of being the advisor for the Hyperion Council, an impact consulting student organization at UM. What they do locally and internationally is remarkable.
What makes your day better?
Playing with my sons and being with my wife. Also, it is always nice when the Denver Broncos win!
What is the most exciting thing happening in your field right now?
There are lots of interesting studies on the ways in which healthcare markets can fail and what can (and cannot) be done about that through health policy; we discuss these and other issues in my Health Economics course.
How do you recharge?
Traveling and playing board games; naps are always good too!
What is the most unusual food you have eaten?
Although it isn't unusual in Argentina (where I'm from), I'd say sweetbread. Look it up! It's neither sweet nor bread; the name in English always cracks me up.
You’ve met the humans behind the syllabi—next up, meeting you! We’ll see you on campus soon!
