JANUARY: Seattle AWIS presents: Social Media and Activism in Science
Co-sponsored by Hutch United

Wednesday, January 20th, 6:00 p.m.
Come join us to learn about how scientists use social media to promote their work and the work of their colleagues. We will talk about how to effectively communicate with both the scientific community and the general public. Additionally, we will discuss how to use social media to advance causes that are important to creating a supportive and inclusive environment in science.

Our distinguished panelists are:
Kathy Barker, PhD -Scientist, Author, ScientistsAsCitizens.org, @ScienceActivist
Jennifer Davison -Program Manager, Urban@UW, @JenEDavison
Sharona Gordon, PhD –Professor, UW Department of Physiology & Biophysics, @ProfSharona

Event Schedule:
6:00 pm – Networking and Refreshments
6:30 pm – Introductions and Program
7:45 pm – Networking and Dessert

Location:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Pelton Auditorium
1100 Fairview Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109-1024
*Please enter through Thomas Building

AWIS meetings are FREE, and ALL are welcome –members, non-members, women and men!
Pre-registration is not required for this event.

Parking:
Construction- walk around Free parking in Visitor lots and in Employee Parking lot off Aloha St. (across from SCCA) after 5:00 PM
Paid parking is also available on the street and across Fairview Ave. N. See Map for details **