J. Aaron Cassill

J. Aaron Cassill serves as Professor and Assistant Department Chair in the Department of Biology, Health, and the Environment at the College of Sciences, The University of Texas at San Antonio, actively contributing to the institution's mission of advancing scientific literacy and cutting-edge research through its core values of intellectual freedom and scientific rigor.

His academic foundation includes:

• Ph.D. in Biology from the University of California, San Diego
• B.A. in Biology from Harvard University

Dr. Cassill's research centers on Student success in STEM, with emphasis on evidence-based interventions to improve retention, academic performance, and inclusivity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education. This work bridges STEM pedagogy and higher education policy, addressing systemic challenges in undergraduate STEM pathways through practical classroom strategies and institutional collaboration.