On April 11, 2023, the Leo W. Parks Endowment in Microbiology will feature three events – a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Discussion Panel on STEM Outreach, Student Poster and Flash Talk Sessions, and the Distinguished Lecture by Professor Mary Firestone of the University of California, Berkeley. All are invited to participate in these events in person in 3503 Thomas Hall or through online links provided below. The deadline for student presentation submission by undergraduate and graduate students is April 5, 2023. All are invited to join the activities throughout the day of “All Things Microbiology.” Please complete this google form by March 29th to sign up for a presentation.

The L.W. Parks Endowment for Microbiology and other activities is made possible by contributions honoring Dr. Leo Parks, prior Department Head and faculty member of the NC State University Department of Microbiology. The endowment was created through generous donations made by his former graduate students, faculty, friends, and continuing support by the Parks family.

Read more about Leo Parks and his contributions to Microbiology.

Contact Dwayne Barnes (dabarnes@ncsu.edu) with questions.