Dr. Megan Gervasi has dedicated her life to the pursuit of knowledge and the betterment of her community. Her journey from growing up on a small dairy farm, attending college as a first-generation college student, to earning a Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Biology at a prestigious cancer institute is a testament to her determination, passion for science, and commitment to education.
Following the completion of her Ph.D., Dr. Gervasi joined a cutting-edge biotechnology company where she pursued the development of novel anti-cancer drugs directed against ovarian cancers. Despite the success and professional growth achieved in the biotech sector, Dr. Gervasi has always had a strong desire to teach at the college level and share her passion for science and the pursuit of knowledge with the next generation. This led her to join the faculty at D’Youville University. Her dynamic and student-centric pedagogy has quickly earned her recognition as an educator who goes above and beyond to ensure her students' success. Her commitment to fostering critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and a love for learning is at the core of her teaching philosophy. Dr. Gervasi actively involves her students in her research and has accompanied several students to National and International Scientific Conferences to present their research.
Outside of the classroom, Dr. Gervasi has worked with elementary, middle, and high schools in the local community to provide educational hands-on experiences. She recognizes the importance of fostering an early interest in science and enjoys the opportunity to share her love of learning.
