In a commentary, SMU School of Social Sciences Associate Professor of Theatre/Performance Studies (Practice) Margaret Chan shared her thoughts about ageism, the different phases in her life journey and how she transitioned from a stage actress to a Professor. She mentioned that in her fourth year at SMU, a faculty position came up in the School of Social Sciences and she made the cross over to professor. Last year, aged 66, Associate Prof Chan went on a Fulbright scholarship to Columbia University, New York.