| On behalf of the Steering Committee of the Northwestern Medical Women Faculty Organization (WFO), we welcome you to our Web site. This Committee was established twelve years ago under the auspices of the Medical School Dean’s Office. It was first chaired by Carolyn Brent, MD, associate professor of anesthesiology, who led the effort to review issues of particular interest to women faculty including professional development, support systems, and salary equity. Today, our Committee is continuing to expand its role and define its purpose in promoting the academic development of women faculty and students and continuing to foster key aspects that will help promote academic growth and success in the workplace. The Committee is composed of representatives from basic research, clinical and private practice, and affiliated hospitals, and continues to focus on facilitating the career development of medical women faculty members at Northwestern. We also have medical student representatives from the American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) and a member from the Women’s Center at Northwestern University. During the 2007-2008 academic year, we are planning a series of receptions that will promote networking and mentoring among the women faculty members. The WFO hosted a 2007 Fall Reception for women faculty, and we look forward to our Children’s Memorial Hospital Reception on April 28, 2008, with Prof. Victoria Medvec, Center for Executive Women, Kellogg, as a featured speaker. On March 19, 2008 we will sponsor an award for outstanding research addressing women's health concerns at the interdisciplinary Northwestern University Campus Research Day. On February 19, 2008 we will have our annual Distinguished Women in Medicine and Science lecture series, featuring Dr. Paula Stern from Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Biological Chemistry, Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine. This lecture series provides a role model and mentor for women medical students, graduate trainees, and junior faculty members. We hope to see you at one of our events and welcome your participation in the WFO. Sincerely,
Beatrice J. Edwards, MD, FACP
Sarah Sutton, MD
WFO Co-Chairs | |
