Reinert Center Welcomes New Graduate Assistants

Adaobi is a doctoral student in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics with a focus in maternal, child and family health under the supervision of Dr. Pamela Xaverius. Prior to joining SLU, she graduated with a master’s degree in public health from the University of Missouri – Columbia. At both institutions she has been involved in teaching global health and conducting research on preconception health, youth engagement, health risk behavior, health promotion and family and community health. She has worked on research projects in rural Missouri, rural South Africa, and the city of St. Louis. Adaobi has experience designing course syllabi, teaching both in-person and online formats, and course management using Blackboard and Canvas.

Graduate Assistants in the Center assist in the administration of the Certificate in University Teaching Skills (CUTS) program, conduct research on teaching and learning topics, consult with graduate students about teaching, conduct teaching observations, and assist Center staff with the implementation and assessment of programs.