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Author Biography
Mallory Neil
Dr. Mallory Neil currently serves as the Director of Industry and Alumni Engagement for the College of Science at Clemson University. Previously, she served as the Director of Industry Partnerships for the College. After earning her Ph.D. in history from the University of Houston, she transitioned into the field of career and professional development. Her work with undergraduate and graduate students has included managing experiential learning programs, designing exploration curricula, and establishing employer engagement strategies. She finds immense professional fulfillment in using her professional knowledge to support early to mid-career professionals navigating their career journeys in higher education.
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