CANCELED DT | Brain Plasticity - Noon

Your brain changes every minute of your life! Hear about ways to harness the amazing power of neuroplasticity!

Dr. Carolyn J. Cottrell is a lifelong educator.　 　She has taught students from ages 8 to 68, in both public and private schools.　 With a bachelor’s in Political Science (Washington University, St. Louis) she began teaching secondary social studies, then earned her MAT from Webster University and K-8 certification as well.　 Later she shifted to University Academic Advising at Webster University and was an adjunct professor for both undergraduate and graduate classes there.　 She earned her Ph.D. in Education at St. Louis University, where she focused on adult learners and adjunct professors in higher education

Until recently, Dr. Cottrell was the Regional Director for Webster University’s Kansas City campus, one of many W. U. campuses worldwide.　 Since 1999, she has studied extensively regarding ways brain research can be applied to various activities: self-care, stress management, the workplace, home, schools and communities. 　Dr. Cottrell has written and presented nationally and internationally on brain-related topics. Today, she continues her teaching and consulting through Brain-Wiser.　 She lives in south Kansas City with her husband, Dr. Larry Pickett; between them, they have five children, four grandchildren a new son-in-law and two grand-dogs.