Building a Welcoming & Inclusive Research Community Sharon Milgram, PhD, Director, Office of Intramural Training & Education, NIH Upcoming Webinars, Career Development, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Policy, Funding & Advocacy Webinar Date: 3/25/2021 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM USA Eastern Export event Both recent and historical events reveal the need for our continued work on issues of diversity and inclusion. During these times, it is important to pause for deep reflection and consideration of the role we all can play in supporting equitable access to valuable societal resources. We all have previous experiences and unconscious biases that effect how we perceive the world around us. Being aware of this helps us become better allies and advocates for diversity and inclusion within our workplaces, our neighborhoods, and the broader science community. About the Presenter Dr. Sharon Milgram received a BS degree in Physical Therapy from Temple University and a PhD in Cell Biology from Emory University. She completed postdoctoral training at The Johns Hopkins University before joining the faculty at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. There, she rose to the rank of Full Professor in the Department of Cell & Developmental Biology. Dr. Milgram served as the Associate Director of the Medical Scientist Training Program, Director of the Interdisciplinary Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program, and the Director of the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience. In 2007 she joined the NIH Office of the Director as the Director of the Office of Intramural Training and Education (OITE) where she directs a trans-NIH Office dedicated to the career advancement of over 5000 trainees. Dr. Milgram lectures widely on science careers, mentorship, leadership, and management in research environments. She lives in Takoma Park, Maryland with her wife and son. Non-Member Fee: $ 0 Member Fee: $ 0 Purchase Recording Register for this Webinar Are you a member? Login to Watch You 've already registered for this webinar! Go Back Previous Webinar Network Your Society: How Your Professional Society Can Help You in Your Career Next Webinar Sharing Solutions for Research and Career Recovery Post Pandemic 2672 Tags: inclusion diversity equity Related articles "The Exceptions" Book Discussion with Author Kate Zernike Comments are only visible to subscribers.