The Future of Human Rights in the Academy and the Community

November 15, 2014
8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
2520D University Capitol Centre

In recognition of the University of Iowa Center for Human Rights’ 15th anniversary, the UICHR staff and Board will host an event to explore the current state and future direction of human rights related scholarship, applied research, and creative production in representative fields from across campus.

At 1:00 p.m., Dr. Pete Damiano, Professor of Dentistry and Director, Public Policy Center, will be moderating a panel titled, "The Future of Human Rights in the Engineering, Natural and Health Sciences."  Featured speakers during this panel include:

  • Professor Greg Carmichael, Karl Kammermeyer Professor of Chemical & Biochemical Engineering, College of Engineering
  • Dr. Michelle McQuistan, Associate Professor of Preventative and Community Dentistry, College of Dentistry
  • Professor Ann Rhodes, Clinical Associate Professor, College of Nursing
  • Dr. Bernard Sorofman, Executive Associate Dean, College of Pharmacy
  • Professor Eric Tate, Geographical and Sustainability Sciences, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • Dr. Sherree Wilson, Associate Dean for Cultural Affairs and Diversity Initiatives, Carver College of Medicine

This event is free and open to the public. The full schedule of events can be found here

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Dragana Petic at dragana-petic@uiowa.edu.