Nicole Vanagas
About Nicole Vanagas
Nicole Vanagas is a scientist with extensive experience in chemistry education, currently serving as an Undergraduate Researcher and General Chemistry Student Instructor at Mount St. Mary's University, while also working as a General Chemistry Tutor at Georgetown University.
Current Work at Mount St. Mary's University
Nicole Vanagas has been an Undergraduate Researcher at Mount St. Mary's University since 2013. In addition to her research role, she has served as a General Chemistry Student Instructor since 2012 and as a Resident Assistant since 2011. She also holds the position of Area Coordinator, a role she has maintained since 2013. These positions reflect her long-term commitment to the university and her involvement in both academic and residential life.
Current Work at Georgetown University
At Georgetown University, Nicole Vanagas has been a General Chemistry Tutor since 2017. She previously worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, she served as President of the Graduate Student Organization of Chemistry for a period in 2016-2017. Her roles at Georgetown highlight her engagement in both teaching and leadership within the academic community.
Educational Background and Expertise
Nicole Vanagas studied Chemistry at Mount St. Mary's University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2010 to 2014. She continued her education at Georgetown University, achieving her Doctorate in Chemistry from 2014 to 2019. Her educational journey has equipped her with a strong foundation in chemical sciences, contributing to her roles in research and teaching.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current roles, Nicole Vanagas worked as a General Chemistry Laboratory Assistant at Mount St. Mary's University for nine months in 2011-2012. Her experience also includes her time at Georgetown University as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and as President of the Graduate Student Organization of Chemistry. These positions have provided her with diverse experiences in both teaching and organizational leadership.