Inspirational
Speakers in Science Lecture Series
The
ISIS video series documents the Inspirational Speakers in Science
lectures and is an invaluable resource for middle, secondary and
undergraduate students.
ISIS
videotapes are available—at cost and for educational use ONLY—for
$10 each. Price includes shipping and handling. DVDs
of each lecture will be available soon.
Presentations
Available:
(2005)
"The Haves vs the Have Nots: In health care, does class really
matter?" presented by Gloria WilderBrathwaite,
M.D., Medical Director, Mobile Programs at Washington,
D.C. Children's Health Project
In
this video presentation, WilderBrathwaite reminds students that
there is no level of poverty that can prevent them from being educated
and makes a passionate plea for them to believe in their abilities
and have the courage to follow their dreams.
(2004)
"Dreams Taking Flight" presented by
Erich Jarvis , PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Neurobiology
at Duke University Medical Center
In
his 2004 presentation of "Dreams Taking Flight," Jarvis
cautions students against allowing circumstances and temptations to
prevent them from reaching their goals, stressing that determination
and hard work are the catalysts for making their dreams a reality.
(2003)
"PhD's Plowing the Cotton Fields: Lessons Learned" presented
by Kay Johnson-Graham, EEO Officer, Minority
Outreach Coordinator and Recruiter of Minority Student Programs,
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
In
her 2003 video presentation, Johnson-Graham stresses that students
cannot allow their dreams to die simply because they face challenges
and urges them to turn obstacles into opportunities, thus allowing
their dreams to grow and evolve.
(2001)
"Have a Dream and Make It Happen" presented
by Luz M. Calle, PhD, Lead
Scientist, NASA Kennedy Space Center and Chemistry Professor, Randolph
Macon Woman's College
For
her ISIS presentation, Calle encourages students to overcome the
obstacles that can easily hinder them as they pursue a career in
the health and bio-medical sciences. She sends a strong message
that being a minority may make things more difficult at times, but
that it is not an excuse for not reaching their goals.
(1999)
"Break Through! Run a Successful Career Marathon" presented
by Julian Earls,
DrPH, Deputy Director of Operations, NASA Lewis Research Center,
Cleveland, Ohio
In
his 1999 presentation, "Break Through! Run a Successful Career
Marathon," Earls parallels the challenges of long-distance
running with the challenges of every day living.
(1998)
"The Health Vulnerable: Getting to Higher Ground" presented
by Barbara-Ross-Lee,
DO, Dean, Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine
During
her presentation, "The Health Vulnerable: Getting to High Ground,"
Ross-Lee chronicles her rise from poverty to deanship, and reveals
the personal and professional motivation behind her life's mission.
(1996)
"A Prescription for Success" presented by
Norman Anderson, PhD, Associate Director, National Institutes
of Health
In
this video presentation, Anderson outlines his prescription for success
using the G.P.A. Principle: not grade point average, but setting GOALS,
developing PLANS and taking ACTION.
(1995)
"Think Big! " presented by Ben
Carson,
MD., Chief, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions
During
"Think Big!", Dr. Carson urges young people to persevere
when faced with obstacles and to believe that their minds will enable
them to achieve exceptional goals.
(1992)
"Motivating Youth to Excellence" presented
by Debbye Turner, DVM, Miss America 1990,
TV anchor, CBS' The Early Show
In
this video presentation, Turner stresses to students that success
cannot be attained without hard work, patience and sacrifice and
encourages them to give whatever it takes, for as long as it takes,
to attain high goals.
For
more information on a specific speaker, please refer to the speaker's
individual page found on the left guidebar.
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