You are cordially invited to attend the 9th Annual Jeanne LaDuke Women in Mathematics, Science, and Technology Lecture at DePaul University
Solving complex problems in health through diversity, games, and STEM-learning Melissa Gilliam, MD, MPH Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Chicago
Thursday, October 17
6:00 pm
McGowan South, room 108
1110 W Belden Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614 Lincoln Park Campus
Reception immediately following in the McGowan South Atrium
About Our Speaker:
Dr. Gilliam's research focuses on vulnerable populations at risk of poor reproductive health outcomes due to health, educational, social, and economic disparities, including low-income populations, women of diverse racial/ethnic groups, and adolescents. She studies contraception, theory-based behavioral interventions, and innovative digital media and game-based educational interventions to promote positive youth development. Recognizing how a complex interplay of systems affect health outcomes, Dr. Gilliam incorporates partners from many disciplines in her research. In November 2012, she launched The Center for Interdisciplinary Inquiry and Innovation in Sexual and Reproductive Health (Ci3) and the Game Changer Design Lab at the University of Chicago to facilitate collaborative research and programming, and to leverage the university's resources to make significant improvements in the sexual and reproductive health of vulnerable communities.
About the Lecture Series / How to RSVP:
This lecture series is intended to promote the accomplishments of women and to foster community and scholarship among faculty, students and staff interested in the natural sciences, mathematics and computer science disciplines. For more information on this lecture series please email or call Victoria Simek at vsimek@depaul.edu
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