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There is a misalignment between the identities of scientists highlighted in STEM curricula and those of students in the classroom. To address this gap, a range of initiatives, such as BioGraphI and Scientist Spotlights, have been developed to better align STEM content with student identities, increasing students’ sense of belonging, persistence, and relatability to scientists. Benefits to instructors include a positive impact on teaching, self-efficacy, and connection with their students. There is very little research investigating the experience of counterstereotypical scientists in the classroom. This research study focuses on the perceived benefits and challenges counterstereotypical scientists encounter in the classroom. Thematic analysis of structured interviews of 15 countersterotypical guest scientists in different classroom settings suggests that scientists are willing to share their identities and feel personal satisfaction interacting with students. Our research study provides a deeper understanding of the classroom experience for counterstereotypical scientists, highlighting both benefits and challenges.
