Black History Month is celebrated in February, and Baylor’s science blog, From the Labs, took this time to highlight several Black scientists at the College and the work they are doing. Read below about Dr. Darius Dawson and see more Q&As in From the Labs.
Dr. Valentina Hoyos, assistant professor at the Center for Cell and Gene Therapy and the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center at Baylor, didn’t consider herself skilled at drawing. But during the COVID-19 pandemic, she has found drawing to be the perfect creative outlet and a good way to educate others about science.
When the COVID-19 pandemic first struck, numerous schools and businesses switched to working from home and communicating through platforms like Zoom. Although the virtual format was a major and often difficult transition for many, the students and organizers of the Saturday Morning Science program discovered that online learning became a positive experience.
For medical students serving in the military, matching into a residency program occurs earlier than the civilian match. This year, two fourth-year medical students at Baylor participated in the military match.
Stephanie Young joined Baylor College of Medicine in July 2020 as senior vice president for institutional advancement. Learn more about her in this Q&A, where she discusses how her office helps to meet the goals of the institution, challenges presented by the pandemic and more.
Over the last 12 months, the importance of well-being has become increasingly apparent both in the workplace and at home. In its eighth year, BCM BeWell will continue to provide and communicate resources in all dimensions of health and well-being.
Every month we focus on an outstanding staff member of the BCM Family. This month, it’s Adrian Correa with the Baylor Improvement Group.
