Stori Oates, M.Sc.

Stori is a passionate educator, scientist, and mentor who is dedicated to helping students thrive, both in school and in their future careers. She creates and leads career-focused programs that encourage students to explore their interests, build confidence, and take meaningful steps toward their goals. Drawing inspiration from Batchelor and others (2021), Stori embraces the idea of a “braided river” instead of the traditional straight-line career pipeline. This powerful metaphor highlights the many different ways people can enter and move through the workforce, recognizing that everyone’s journey is unique. Outside of work, Stori enjoys hiking, kayaking, gardening, fishing, foraging, and spending time with her husband and their ever-expanding menagerie.