Note: A presentation by Dr. Liz DiGangi can be viewed here. She spoke at the 2018 meeting of the American Association of Physical Anthropologists on her collaborative work with the Northern Arapaho tribe.
About the Presentation
Monday, April 1, 2019
Indiana University - Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
In this symposium, the presenters and attendees discussed science engagement with, and within, Indigenous (Native American) and African American communities. Topics included studies of human remains, genetics, and culturally grounded science education that is inclusive of diverse worldviews and perspectives.
Speakers:
- Elizabeth DiGangi, Professor of Anthropology, SUNY Binghamton University
- Annette S. Lee, Associate Professor of Astronomy and Physics, St. Cloud State University
- Fatimah Jackson, Professor of Biology, Howard University
Engaging Scientists Campus Events
This event was part of the Engaging Scientists project, organized by AAAS DoSER in consultation with the AAAS Center for Public Engagement. Six universities hosted speaker events to explore challenges, opportunities, and effective strategies for constructive dialogue about science by scientists with diverse (and particularly with religious/spiritual) publics.
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