Thursday, October 18, 2007, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Exhibit Opening and Program
Sahai Auditorium, Medical Education & Research Facility
Hardin Library for the Health Sciences
Join us as we celebrate the opening of the traveling exhibit from the National Library of Medicine, Changing the Face of Medicine. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Chief of Staff and UI College of Pharmacy alumna Susan Winckler, and professor and head of the UI Department of Obstetrics and 
Gynecology Jennifer Niebyl, M.D. will speak about the changing role of women in health care. Winckler was recognized in 2003 as a UI Distinguished Alumni Winner. Niebyl was honored as a “Local Legend” by the American Medical Women's Association (AMWA).
October - November
Mercy's Women of Influence Exhibit
Mercy Iowa City, 500 E. Market Street
First Floor Atrium Hallway
In conjunction with the national travelling exhibit, Mercy Iowa City is honoring the exceptional women who have shaped the hospital’s history. These are women who not only laid the foundation for Mercy Hospital, but for the health of our community. The achievements of these pioneers are outlined with historical photos that depict and commemorate the journey and milestones they experienced.
Friday, November 2, 2007, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Kids on the Health Sciences Campus
Hardin Library for the Health Sciences
Area junior high school students will tour the UI health sciences campus, visit with current students at a panel discussion and luncheon and explore the Changing the Face of Medicine exhibit in Hardin Library. Download flyer describing this special program. 
For more information, contact Cassie Reed Thureson at 319-335-7221.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Your WHAT Hurts? Finding Quality Health Information on the Web
Information Commons, Hardin Library for the Health Sciences
Have you ever left the doctor’s office with questions about a condition or medication? The internet is full of health resources, but not all information online can be trusted. In this session, Hardin librarians will demonstrate high-quality consumer health resources to help make you a better informed patient. Hands-on opportunity will also be provided.
For more information, contact Kristi Bontrager at 319-335-5960.
Friday, November 9, 2007, 12-1 p.m.
Brown Bag Book Discussion
Angel of Harlem: A Novel Based On The Life Of Dr. May Chinn by Kuwana Haulsey
Conference Room, Hardin Library for the Health Sciences
Winner of the 2005 Blackboard Medal of Courage Award, Angel of Harlem is the fictionalized biography of the first African American female physician in Harlem. Bring your lunch and we’ll provide cookies and drinks.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Medical Education at Iowa
Medical Education & Research Facility
Carol Aschenbrener, M.D. Executive Vice President of the Association of American Medical Colleges and UI Carver College of Medicine alumna will present the keynote address for this celebration of medical education. Aschenbrener was also honored as a “Local Legend” by the American Medical Women's Association (AMWA).
Friday, November 30, 2007, 12 – 1 p.m.
Brown Bag Book Discussion
Book of the Dead by Patricia Cornwell
Conference Room, Hardin Library for the Health Sciences
Join us at wrap-up event for the Changing the Face of Medicine exhibit. We’ll be discussing Patricia Cornwell’s latest Dr. Kay Scarpetta novel, Book of the Dead, which will be released on October 23, 2007. Bring your lunch and we’ll provide drinks and cookies.
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