Engagement and Outreach Committee

  • Valerie Tornini, University of California Los Angeles (Chair, '29)
  • Susanna Brantley, Duke University ('29)
  • Whitney Edwards, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ('27)
  • Jeff Farrell, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development ('27)
  • Anita Quintana, University of Texas at Arlington ('28)
  • Ida Chow (ex officio)

Mission

The guiding principle for this committee is: “Development for all' – creating an environment where anyone interested in developmental biology and related disciplines is welcomed, supported and provided an opportunity to excel.  The EOC, a standing committee with representation on the Board of Directors, will oversee the design and implementation of programs to be undertaken by the SDB that is aligned with this mission.

Goals and Objectives

  1. Maintain a culture within SDB that encourages and facilitates building community and community engagement.
  2. Expand entry, participation, collaborative opportunities, and retention within the SDB.
  3. Work in partnership with other organizations and societies to maximize the effectiveness of outreach initiatives to achieve research excellence in SDB and across disciplines.
  4. Promote training and networking opportunities at annual SDB conferences.
  5. Work towards engaging meritorious individuals across institutional types in regional and national meetings, committees and governance processes.