Carla Verschoor

Carla Verschoor is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Chemistry at Wellesley College. She teaches across the chemistry curriculum, from introductory courses (105/205) to advanced inorganic laboratories, emphasizing student progression and engagement. Her academic focus includes mentoring students from under-resourced high schools and first-generation backgrounds, notably serving as faculty mentor for Posse 2 from Houston.

Education:

• B.S. from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
• Ph.D. from University of Wisconsin-Madison

Her research interests align with inorganic chemistry and chemical education, with particular attention to supporting underrepresented student populations in STEM. Outside academia, she prioritizes time with her family.