Greetings from afar! So I’m a little bit out of sync with most of the class in terms of time zones (making a huge assumption at the moment) as I live around 15 000 km away from Canada. I am a full-time Chemistry lecturer at Stellenbosch University (close to Cape Town for reference) in South Africa where my main duties involve teaching undergraduate chemistry courses, doing research (chemistry and hopefully chemistry education in future) as well as involvement in various scholarship of teaching and learning activities. I hope to utilize the experience that I gain in the MET program to expand my future career options in either a more senior managerial position in Higher Education or in the private sector. Unfortunately, even though I am attempting my 7th and 8th courses in the MET program I am yet to find the key to balance work, studies and a private life. Maybe someone has some tips? However, since I live in the wine district of South Africa, when I do have some time available I like to explore some of the beautiful wine farms we have and indulge in a wine tasting or two. In my picture/ pictures I have included a few photos to give you a glimpse into what my life is about: my fiancé, an alcohol free dog beer I recently discovered which I am gifting everyone that has a pupperino, the best cat in the world that survived approximately 15 separate snake bite incidents, wine and ice cream/ macaroon tastings, a few pictures of the local beaches, working in a science research lab and a bat-eared fox that I met (rumor has it this species inspired some of the sounds used for Baby Yoda, I suspect they might have inspired some of the looks too). Looking forward to working and learning with all of you!
