Keynote Session: Black in Marine Science Panel
Black in Marine Science (BIMS) is a premier non-profit organization aimed to celebrate Black marine scientists, spread environmental awareness and inspire the next generation of scientific thought leaders. Panelists will share their experiences, and answer your questions about marine science and life as a scientist!
Virtual Keynote Session: My STEM Story: "Like Pulling Teeth and Beyond"
Dr. Carlos Smith
Dr. Carlos Smith is the inaugural Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the Director of Ethics Curriculum and Associate Professor in the Department of Dental Public Health and Policy at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. He is a national dental education voice & experienced communicator across multiple disciplines.
| In-Person | Virtual | |
| 8:30 a.m. | Check in and Breakfast | |
| 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. | Exhibition Stations Open Explore Science Art, observe demonstrations, perform mini experiments, and more! |
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| 9:30 a.m.-9:50 a.m. | Opening Remarks | |
| 10:00 a.m.-10:40 a.m. | Breakout Workshop 1 | Science at Sea: How it's done, why it matters Dr. Laura Guertin, Penn State Brandywine |
| 10:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m. | Break (Distribute lunches and find seats for Keynote Session) | Break |
| 11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m. | Black in Marine Science Panel | Black in Marine Science Panel |
| 12:00 p.m.-12:40 p.m. | Breakout Workshop 2 | My STEM Story: "Like Pulling Teeth and Beyond" Address by Dr. Carlos Smith |
| 12:50 p.m.-1:15 p.m. | Closing Remarks |