Richard was persistent in finishing his PhD and obtaining a tenure track research professor position!
Dr. Richard Prather is an assistant professor at the University of Maryland in the Departmet of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology. To learn more about Richard and his research visit his website.

Biggest Struggle

Figuring out what he wanted to do after finishing his PhD.

Worst Moment

The time period during his fourth year where his research wasn't going as fast as he hoped.

Best Moment

Becoming the expert on professional development among the graduate students in his department.

Mindful Minutes Segment

Habit:  Persistence
Book:  The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
Productivity Tool: Mendeley
Best Advice:  Read the Chronicle of Higher Education
Hobbies:  Hanging out with his kids and playing french horn
Alternative PhD study:  Math

Contact Information and Resources

Email: dakob@usgs.gov
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