By Alan Wong | Observer Correspondent
Photo by Brianna Stevens
You never know where a path will lead you. Biology professor William LeFrancois got into science because he wanted to become a doctor when he was younger. LeFrancois was a pre-med major and tried to get into medical school, but was not selected due to lack of experience. In order to gain experience, he became an instructor. He enjoyed the school scene so much, he decided to stick with teaching instead.
LeFrancois’ favorite part about teaching is interacting with students and helping them understand concepts in their majors. He also thinks helping students is fun and said that he feels better when they understand.
LeFrancois worked at Boston University and taught a foreign exchange student from China who knew little English.
She carried a dictionary to class and seemed to be at a disadvantage, but she persevered and received an A for the class.
As a result of this experience, his advice to students is “always hang in there and don’t give up on things you want.”
This goes along with LeFrancois’ favorite quote, “That which does not kill us makes us stronger,” by Friedrich Nietzsche, a German Philosopher.
LeFrancois has been a member of the Department of Biological Sciences for 13 years. He works in the Division of Science, Technology, Business and Mathematics and teaches Anatomy & Physiology I and II, Biology, Introduction to Nutrition, Allied Health and advises the nutrition club as well as the music club.
He considers himself an avid music listener and collector of many objects, especially antiques. His favorite items are cars, pocket watches, and old science equipment.
In his spare time, he enjoys classic black and white movies and Sci-fi films, such as the Star Trek series.
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