4.2.24 OWIMS Book Club: Up Home: One Girl's Journey (Session I- live, in person)

Providence, RI US
April 2, 2024

This event will take place live, in person at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, 3rd floor RIMI

Overview

Engage in dynamic discussions and gain fresh perspectives on themes of resilience, cultural identity, and the search for home. In her memoir, Dr. Ruth J. Simmons, the author of "Up Home," brings a unique perspective to the narrative, having herself journeyed from a humble upbringing in the rural South to becoming the first Black president of Brown University.

 

Target Audience

This session is open to all faculty, staff and trainees. 

Learning Objectives

After participating in this event, learners should be better able to: 

  • Consider the implications of the book's messages and lessons for individuals, communities, and society as a whole.
  • Examine Dr. Simmons’ treatment of themes such as belonging, loss, and the search for home while drawing connections to personal experiences or broader societal issues.
  • Evaluate Dr. Simmons’ journey and the impact of external influences on her growth and identity on her trajectory to becoming a leader in academia. 

 

 

 

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 1.50 Attendance
    Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance stating this program is designated for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. This credit is accepted by the AAPA and AANP.
Course opens: 
03/15/2024
Course expires: 
06/09/2026
Event starts: 
04/02/2024 - 8:00am EDT
Event ends: 
04/02/2024 - 9:30am EDT
Cost:
$0.00
Part of: 
Office of Women in Medicine and Science Professional Development Series
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8 - 9:30 amBook Discussion

 

Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
222 Richmond Street
Providence, RI 02912
United States

This is a live in-person event taking place at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, 3rd Floor RIMI

Planning Committee

Meghan Flanagan, MS
CME Coordinator
Office of Continuing Medical Education
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

Laura Henriques
Administrative Coordinator
Office of Women in Medicine & Science
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

Katherine Sharkey, MD, PhD (Chair)
Associate Dean for Gender Equity
Associate Professor of Medicine
Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

Maria Sullivan
Director
Office of Continuing Medical Education
Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is accredited by the Accreditation Council of Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Physicians: The Warren Alpert Medical School designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

Psychologists: Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance stating this program is designated for 1.5 hours AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This credit is accepted by the Rhode Island Board of Psychology.

Available Credit

  • 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 1.50 Attendance
    Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance stating this program is designated for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. This credit is accepted by the AAPA and AANP.

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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