Neurobiology of Stress and Resilience: What Leaders Need to Know

Come learn with expert neuroscience professor Dr. Molly Kent on why stress is important, why we have it and how to increase your resiliency.
About this Event

We are all familiar with stress but why do we have it? Why is important? And how can we use stress to build resiliency? Join us in January as Dr. Molly Kent leads us in a discussion about how our brains respond to stress and what leaders need to know in order to use stress to build resiliency. Expert Molly Kent, PhD, Professor of Neuroscience at the Virginia Military Institute, will delve into the fascinating world of neurobiology, sharing insights on how stress impacts our mental and physical well-being. Discover practical strategies to enhance your resilience and cope with life's challenges more effectively. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and tools for leaders to navigate stress in today's fast-paced world. Register now to secure your spot! This event is expected to sell out.

More About our Speaker

Molly Kent, PhD, received her undergraduate degree in Biology with an emphasis in Neuroscience from the University of Wisconsin, and her Ph.D. from the University of Illinois. She has taught psychology and behvioral neuroscience at Randolph Macon College, the University of Richmond, and currently serves as assistant professor of biology at the Virginia Military Institute.

Dr. Kent has published multiple peer-reviewed articles and serves as Director of the VMI Center for Undergraduated Research (VCUR) where she fosters an environment of active learning.

Through her own personal challenges, Dr. Kent learned that adversity can lead to profound growth.