8th Annual Women in Medicine and Science Professional Development Conference
Join the SIU School of Medicine Alliance for Women in Medicine and Science (AWIMS) and the Office of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion for a transformative day of professional development, networking, and advocacy. This year’s theme, "Advocacy and You: Finding Your Why and Your Voice to Enact Change," will empower attendees to become strong advocates in their fields and communities.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Eliza Chin, Executive Director, American Medical Women’s Association
Panel Discussion: Experts will explore the power of advocacy in medicine and science
Interactive Sessions:
• Creating a Grassroots Movement
• Self-Advocacy Strategies
• Using Improv to Engage in Crucial Conversations
Networking Opportunities: CV reviews, P&T discussions, and professional headshots
AWIMS Award Presentation & Book Raffle
This conference welcomes all genders, roles, and experience levels to participate in a supportive environment focused on leadership, career development, and advocacy.
Register today
Visit siumed.edu/cpd (Under 'Learners,' select 'Conferences')
For more information, contact ocpd@siumed.edu or call 217-545-7711.
Agenda
7:30 - 8:15 am
Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:15 - 8:30 am
Welcome & Introductions
Dr. Vidhya Prakash, Dr. Jerry Kruse
8:30 - 9:30 am
Keynote
Dr. Eliza Chin
9:30 - 10:30 am
Panel Discussion on Advocacy
Moderator: Dr. Jerry Kruse
John Ridley, Ethan Posey, Veronica Espina, Sunshine Clemons
10:30 - 10:45 am
Break
10:45 - 12:00 pm
Concurrent Session 1
1. Creating a Grassroots Movement
Katherine Moore, Jeanné Hansen, Michael Phelon
2. Self-Advocacy
Michelle Lynn, Rikeesha Phelon, Dr. Kari Wolf, Dr. Janet Albers
3. Using Improv to Engage in Crucial Conversations
Carla Wilson, Justine Moser
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Lunch | AWIMS Award | Book Raffle | Headshots
1:00 - 2:15 pm
Concurrent Session 2
1. Creating a Grassroots Movement
Katherine Moore, Jeanné Hansen, Michael Phelon
2. Self-Advocacy
Michelle Lynn, Rikeesha Phelon, Dr. Kari Wolf, Dr. Janet Albers
3. Using Improv to Engage in Crucial Conversations
Carla Wilson, Justine Moser
2:15 - 3:15 pm
Networking | P&T | CV reviews | Headshots
Kristan Eaton, Dr. Heeyoung Han
3:15 - 3:30 pm
Wrap-up | Book Raffle | Adjournment