Heather Michele Nester

Up to date information on Professor Nester’s publications, presentations, certifications, courses, and testimonials can be located on her professional website: https://heathernester.wordpress.com/

Bachelor of Arts: University of Cincinnati (Psychology)

Bachelor of Arts: University of Cincinnati (Communication)

Master of Arts: University of Cincinnati (Human Resources)

Book Chapter

Nester, H. (2022 ) Infusing Career into the Curriculum and the Problem of Indecision Mapping the Future of Undergraduate Education: Equitable Career Learning, Development, and Preparation in the New World of Work .(pp. 200 - 216).Routledge Publications (Author)

Electronic Journal

Nester, H., Buford, M. (2020. ) Undecided or Declared: Engaging Distinct Student Populations in Career Education .National Association of Colleges and Employers Journal,

Buford, M., Nester, H. (2019. ) The Plight of the Undecided Student .National Association of Colleges and Employers Journal,

Nester, H., Buford, M. (2018. ) Multipotentiality: Finding a Career Path that Reflects Who You Truly Are .Experience Magazine and Cooperative Education & Internship Association , (Spring 2018 ) ,

Nester, H., Moya, N., Gosztyla, M. (2020. ) It is Not Just for Job Hunting: Negotiate Your Graduate School Package .Experience Magazine and Cooperative Education & Internship Association , (Spring 2020 ) ,

Buford, M. & Nester, H. (2020. ) A Problem Solving Approach to Career Exploration: Using the Lens of Challenge .National Association of Colleges and Employers,

Nester, H. (2022. ) Career Education & Biological Sciences: Mapping Student Futures in the Classroom .Experience Magazine,

Nester, H. (2023. ) Creating Equal Opportunities for Educational Excellence: Providing Support for Students Facing Financial Insecurities .National Association of Colleges and Employers,

Nester, H. (2023. ) Majors are Secondary: How Do You Want to Change the World? .National Career Development Association,

Invited Presentations

Nester, H. (2019. ) A Deep Dive into the Profile of Declared and Exploratory Arts & Sciences Students: Strengths and Strategies for Career Flexibility and Exploration .University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio. UC. . Level:University

Nester, H., Sharp, M., Buford, M. (2019. ) Experience Magazine: Practice & Theory: Blurring Boundaries .University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio. Level:International

Nester, H., Buford, M., Sharp, M., Harper, P. (2019. ) Experience Magazine: Connecting Practice and Theory for the Common Good .Northern Kentucky University, Kentucky. Other Institution. . Level:Regional

Nester, H. & Alanson, E. (2020. ) (In Press. ) Virtual Engagement Tools as a Means to Motivate, Interact, and Assess Students .Excellence Online at UC Teaching Showcase, University of Cincinnati. Conference. . Level:Local

2020 Promoting Student Development Outside of the Classroom Awarded to Faculty at the University of Cincinnati Clermont Campus. Status:Recipient Level:University Type:Recognition

2022 Outstanding Young Alumni Award Nominee for the 2022 Outstanding Young Alumni Award for the College of Arts and Sciences Status:Nomination Level:University Type:Recognition

2019 Faculty Mental Health Champion Nominated by UC's Student Government as a Faculty Mental Health Champion during the first iteration of the program. Status:Nomination Level:University

Professionalism, Purpose, and Careers in Biology

Exploring Health Professions

Exploring Professional Paths

Career Readiness for the Liberal Arts

Internship Online Reflection Course

Introduction to Cooperative Education for Engineers

Professionalism, Purpose, and Success in the Pre-Health Pathway Level:Undergraduate

Professionalism for the Major Level:Undergraduate

Professionalism and Purpose

Quest for Success in the Liberal Arts

Professional Development & Reflection Course Level:Both

Post-Experience Reflection Level:Both

Unpacking COVID-19: A Multidisciplinary Approach