“Indigenous Archaeology and the Refusal of Colonialism in Archaeology” Lecture
“Indigenous Archaeology and the Refusal of Colonialism in Archaeology”
“Indigenous Archaeology and the Refusal of Colonialism in Archaeology”
"Decolonizing the Coffee Industry: Building Community One Cup at a Time" Presented by Ms. Gowa
The EPP Diversity and Inclusion Committee will be hosting a seminar titled "Celebration of Light" to celebrate the Winter Solstice and light. Winter solstice, which is the shortest day of the year, is also known as the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. This seminar will discuss how light has been historically celebrated in agrarian societies and incorporated into global religious celebrations. The seminar speakers include Dr. Hollenbach (Anthropology department), Dr. Darby (Religious Studies Department), and EPP graduate students Beant Kapoor, Michelle Odoi, and Zaklina Pavlovic. To attend this event, please register in advance via Zoom. Celebration of Light Flyer 2021
"Barriers to Inclusion: Service Dog Handlers in Science Laboratories" Presented by Joey Ramp
Abstract: Genome wide association studies, GWAS, are performed to determine potential associations between phenotypic (traits observed) data and genotypic (genome) data. Ipomoea batatas, sweetpotato, is a vital crop for combating both visible and invisible hunger, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Understanding the genetic diversity of the sweetpotato germplasm and the genetic architecture underlying agronomic traits is crucial to maintenance and utility of the genetic resources for the crop’s improvement. We will perform a GWAS study to determine potential genes and genomic features associated with traits of interest including disease and pest resistance traits, culinary traits, phytonutritional traits, and morphological traits. We intend to determine potential genes of interests and functional markers for breeding programs.