Shoshana Katzman
Phone: 404.471.5830
Email: skatzman@agnesscott.edu
Office Location: Bullock Science Center 303
Academic Degrees
- BS in Biology, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- PhD in Immunology, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Teaching and Scholarly Interests
Shoshana completed her post-doctoral work at the University of California, San Francisco where she researched the fundamental differences between tolerance and autoimmunity. Throughout her career in education she has worked to engage students in the learning process and support their learning with pedagogical approaches that promote understanding and retention of course content. Shoshana’s current research interests include how to promote student success and critical thinking skills using innovative and effective teaching practices and active learning strategies.
Professional Activities
- Immunology Editor for CourseSource
Publications
- Katzman, S.D., Meyers R. Henry E.E. Enhancing Student Competencies: Integration of a Signature Pre-health Course Series. The Advisor. Vol. 44 Issue 2 (Oct 2024)
- Katzman, S.D.; Carrion, C.A.; Hurst-Kennedy, J. The Impact of Primary Literature-Based, Critical Thinking Activities on Competency Enhancement for Pre-Health Students. Trends High. Educ. 2024, 3, 725-733. https://doi.org/10.3390/higheredu3030041
Grants
- Fulling-Smith, J. (PI), Mize, M. C. (Co-PI), & Katzman, S. (Co-PI). (2024). Religion and Spirituality as a Social Determinant. Faith & Health Campus Grants, Interfaith America. $60,000 (2 years).