Karl Alexander - Teachers Make a Difference - Robert West

The speaker reflects on the significant impact of mentors, particularly Bob West, an instructor at Temple University, who inspired a passion for sociology and statistics. This inspiration led to a fulfilling career as a sociologist at Johns Hopkins University. The speaker discusses the concept of life course perspective, highlighting how pivotal experiences can alter one's life trajectory. The course with Bob West was a transformative turning point, shaping the speaker's professional journey.

Who was the sociology instructor that significantly influenced the speaker during their undergraduate studies?

• Michael Brown

• Emily Johnson

• Robert West

• John Smith

What was the general sentiment of the students towards the sociology class taught by Robert West?

• They loved it

• They were indifferent

• They disliked it

• They found it easy

What major did the speaker decide to pursue after being inspired by Robert West's class?

• Psychology

• Economics

• Sociology

• History

Where did the speaker have a long and fulfilling career as an academic sociologist?

• Stanford University

• Yale University

• Johns Hopkins University

• Harvard University

What concept does the speaker introduce to describe significant changes in one's life path?

• Personal growth

• Turning points

• Career shifts

• Life milestones