The ISIS video series documents the Inspirational Speakers in Science lectures and is an invaluable resource for middle, secondary and undergraduate students.
ISIS videotapes are available—at cost and for educational use ONLY—for $10 each. Price includes shipping and handling. DVDs of each lecture will be available soon.
Presentations Available:
(2005) "The Haves vs the Have Nots: In health care, does class really matter?" presented by Gloria WilderBrathwaite, M.D., Medical Director, Mobile Programs at Washington, D.C. Children's Health Project
In this video presentation, WilderBrathwaite reminds students that there is no level of poverty that can prevent them from being educated and makes a passionate plea for them to believe in their abilities and have the courage to follow their dreams.
(2004) "Dreams Taking Flight" presented by Erich Jarvis , PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Neurobiology at Duke University Medical Center
In his 2004 presentation of "Dreams Taking Flight," Jarvis cautions students against allowing circumstances and temptations to prevent them from reaching their goals, stressing that determination and hard work are the catalysts for making their dreams a reality.
(2003) "PhD's Plowing the Cotton Fields: Lessons Learned" presented by Kay Johnson-Graham, EEO Officer, Minority Outreach Coordinator and Recruiter of Minority Student Programs, National Institutes of Health (NIH)
In her 2003 video presentation, Johnson-Graham stresses that students cannot allow their dreams to die simply because they face challenges and urges them to turn obstacles into opportunities, thus allowing their dreams to grow and evolve.
(2001) "Have a Dream and Make It Happen" presented by Luz M. Calle, PhD, Lead Scientist, NASA Kennedy Space Center and Chemistry Professor, Randolph Macon Woman's College
For her ISIS presentation, Calle encourages students to overcome the obstacles that can easily hinder them as they pursue a career in the health and bio-medical sciences. She sends a strong message that being a minority may make things more difficult at times, but that it is not an excuse for not reaching their goals.
(1999) "Break Through! Run a Successful Career Marathon" presented by Julian Earls, DrPH, Deputy Director of Operations, NASA Lewis Research Center, Cleveland, Ohio
In his 1999 presentation, "Break Through! Run a Successful Career Marathon," Earls parallels the challenges of long-distance running with the challenges of every day living.
(1998) "The Health Vulnerable: Getting to Higher Ground" presented by Barbara-Ross-Lee, DO, Dean, Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine
During her presentation, "The Health Vulnerable: Getting to High Ground," Ross-Lee chronicles her rise from poverty to deanship, and reveals the personal and professional motivation behind her life's mission.
(1996) "A Prescription for Success" presented by Norman Anderson, PhD, Associate Director, National Institutes of Health
In this video presentation, Anderson outlines his prescription for success using the G.P.A. Principle: not grade point average, but setting GOALS, developing PLANS and taking ACTION.
(1995) "Think Big! " presented byBen Carson, MD., Chief, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions
During "Think Big!", Dr. Carson urges young people to persevere when faced with obstacles and to believe that their minds will enable them to achieve exceptional goals.
(1992) "Motivating Youth to Excellence" presented by Debbye Turner, DVM, Miss America 1990, TV anchor, CBS' The Early Show
In this video presentation, Turner stresses to students that success cannot be attained without hard work, patience and sacrifice and encourages them to give whatever it takes, for as long as it takes, to attain high goals.
For more information on a specific speaker, please refer to the speaker's individual page found on the left guidebar.
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