Specialties

Vladimira (Vladi) Wilent

Associate Professor of Instruction in Chemistry

​Courses:
​Chem 1953-  Honors Gen Chemistry Lab
Chem 3103 - Techniques of Chemical Measurement I
Chem 3105 - Introduction to Chemical Research Techniques
Chem 3401 - Applications of Biochemistry
Chem 4401 - Biochemistry
Bio 4344 - Research Techniques in Biochemistry         
Office: Beury 440
Phone: 215-204-7186
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Biography

2010 - 2011

2008 - 2010

2006 - 2008

2004 - 2006

2004

​1999

Selected Awards
Visiting Asst Professor, Bryn Mawr College

Asst Professor of Chemistry, Allegheny College

Development Scientist and Group Leader, Amylin Biopharma, San Diego, CA

Research Fellow, Biochemical Pharmacology, Pfizer, San Diego, CA

Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania, Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics

B.S. Lehigh University

Dean’s Distinguished Teaching Award (2015)

Interests

​My research interest is in the area of chemical and biochemical education. Specifically, using various tools to enhance student engagement and retention through form and function. The online learning environment has opened a new platform for this key question of engagement. Regardless of the learning scenario, teaching with context allows for associations to be made between seemingly complex concepts to accessible, practical tasks and relatable scenarios. From a practical perspective, something as simple as cohesion in style and consistent messaging allow students to feel comfortable with the material. Taken together, deeper connections are made, and a strong foundation of highly engaged and motivated students is established within the learning community.