Victoria Chien

PSYC530 Student

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

"Every firefighter is a scientist and a thinker. A lot of people think we just put water on a fire but we have to do a lot of thinking. If I hit the water against this wall, how can I get the most out of this stream of water?" 1/n

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

“It is always a struggle to interpret science and its importance to the public, so I struggle to do that every day. I hope and believe that I have influenced people to live better lives by being more conscientious of their impact on the environment.” 1/n

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Students with helicopter parents are more likely to burn out. They fail to develop the self-control and confidence to handle challenges.

Hovering creates more problems than it solves. Instead, teach kids to open their own parachutes.

#SaturdayThoughts https://t.co/KYp77luRoY

[Charles Cole, III, Ed.D., MPA ᯅ @ccoleiii]

Go where you are celebrated, not tolerated.

If that place doesn’t exist, then dammit, build it.

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

“The humanities are just as much science as any other field. Even though we don’t use test tubes, mathematical calculations, or lab coats, it doesn’t mean that we are any less researchers or seekers of knowledge concerning the world around us.” 1/n

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

“Being a scientist is really neat. At the bottom of human nature is a curiosity to learn and find out how things work. Everybody is a scientist on some level. A career in science formalizes that scientific curiosity and puts it out for the public to learn about.” 1/n

[Jen Heemstra @jenheemstra]

There’s a big difference between diversity and inclusion. Diversity is getting everyone in the room. Inclusion is making sure each person has equal voice and opportunities.

Inclusion without diversity is unfair.
Diversity without inclusion is cruel.
We desperately need both.

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

“[I love science because] it's interesting & there are always new things to learn because [science is] a never-ending field. I stay on the hard days because I hope that my work will help another person or group of people, & that I could make their lives better or easier.” 1/n

[R a n a l B . @raybelline]

i have been laughing at this since yesterday. please turn your volume up 😂

[Emily Lawson @emily_lawson_23]

Well folks, #uncpsyc530 is officially finished! We spent today sharing our takeaways wow it was great to hear! I highly recommend taking an undergrad research course, especially with @vijisathy !! Go check us out: https://t.co/zXLuOH2jyD :)

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

“I often say that academic science is some of the best work out there. It’s never too much work because as an academic scientist you get to choose what you do pretty much every day. There are very few jobs that give you that kind of autonomy." 1/n

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

“I think it is important to highlight everybody that is doing science, no matter what it is. Anyone who does science should be highlighted [because] that way people will be able to see a different side of science and see all kinds of people doing science.” 1/n

[Victoria Chien @VictoriaChien1]

I was really touched by all of the things that we were able to gain from #uncpsyc530
I'm so grateful for being able to spend this semester with all of you. Have a nice break!

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

“For ScienceDays we start with a lesson called “meet the scientist.” You give all the students a piece of paper and you tell them to draw a scientist. Then you ask ‘Who drew a girl? Who drew a boy? Who drew neither?'" 1/n

[Victoria Chien @VictoriaChien1]

Congratulations to everyone for today's expo, we did it! #uncpsyc530

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

“If I were to meet a student that has a passion for science but has little to no confidence in themselves, I would tell them to not let their fears or insecurities stop them. Almost everyone, even very successful scientists, have fears of failure or feel insecure at times." 1/n

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

"I would change the publication process of science. There's an unequal weight given to positive and negative findings. Right now [journals] disproportinately reward positive findings." 1/n

[Scientists of NC @Scientists_ofNC]

“Science can be super intimidating. My first Biology 101 exam did not go well & I told myself 'I'm not good at science'. This is a really bad way to think because one exam or one class doesn't define you. Science can be a lot of things, not just photosynthesis and physics." 1/n

[Victoria Chien @VictoriaChien1]

Good job everyone! We're almost done with the website and I'm so glad that I'm able to have a part in it! #uncpsyc530