“The ESI gave me exactly the right support at a crucial moment during my dissertation writing. The one-on-one sessions offered hands-on advice that helped get my first paper into publishable format. During the expert-led sessions, we learned practical approaches to key areas of academic life, with the opportunity to ask specific follow-up questions to these distinguished scholars. In the cohort, I found inspiration and friendship that I hope will continue to enrich my professional life long after the initiative concludes. I now feel more prepared to take on the challenges and opportunities that this amazing scholarly field offers.”