Research Program Mentors
Polygence mentors are selected based on their exceptional academic background, teaching experience, and unique ability to inspire the next generation of innovative thinkers and industry leaders.
Ogechi
MBA candidate
Expertise
Entrepreneurship, psychology, personal development, public speaking, hosting, Fashion and styling, consulting, and advisory
Anubha
CAS
Expertise
Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Mindset Development, Leadership, Organizational culture, Entreprenership
Alana
Industry expert
Expertise
UX design, market research, Resume edits, interviewing, intro to investing
Archana
MBA candidate
Expertise
Communications (i.e. creative writing, media relations, print/digital media); marketing; corporate crisis management; career mentorship (i.e. resume reviews, interview practice, career guidance); international affairs and political analysis
Kelly
MS candidate
Expertise
Project Management, Business Operations, Growth Strategy, Technology Strategy, Advertising Technology, Marketing Technology, SaaS Companies, Entrepreneurship
Aparna
MBA
Expertise
Behavioral Economics, Social Impact and Finance, Venture Capital, Business Management, Clean Energy, Financial Technology, Financial Crime Compliance, Development Economics
Benjamin
PhD candidate
Expertise
Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Equity, Clinical Decision Making
Marilyn
PhD candidate
Expertise
Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Leadership, Graduate school application, interview and career fair prep, Engineering
Matt
MPA
Expertise
International Development policy, Communications policy and practice, Nonprofit management, Civil society and service, Film studies, Storytelling, Non-fiction writing and editing, Marketing
Jessica
MBA
Expertise
Starting / running / growing a business, program, or product. Especially anything value- or mission-driven.
Alyssa
PhD candidate
Expertise
Communication. Political Communication. Rhetoric. Political Polarization. Politics. Government.