2020 Jachin Misko Memorial Scholarship Personal Account
I want to extend my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to attend this seminar. It was an honor to be chosen as the recipient of the Jachin Misko Memorial Scholarship.
Technician Education Seminar 2020
The Technician Education Seminar is a hybrid course featuring online and in-person sessions on the practical, technical, and scientific aspects of eye banking. It gives access to in-depth, interactive training and activities that strengthen knowledge of eye banking, various roles at the eye bank, and the responsibilities of themselves and others in the organization. It was held February 19-22, in Philadelphia, PA.
EBAA Women in STEM: Jennifer DeMatteo, MCM, CIC
Jennifer encourages young girls and women to get involved with STEM clubs and organizations if they’re considering a career in science or medicine. She also thinks the middle school years are a critical time for girls to have mentors who will urge them to stick with science.
EBAA Women in STEM: Elizabeth Fout-Caraza
“There are so many different avenues – don’t be discouraged if what you thought you wanted to pursue doesn’t work out. I didn’t even know what eye banking was, and I know if I had gone to medical school, I wouldn’t be nearly as happy with my job as I am now.”
EBAA Women in STEM: Marcy Dimond
Marcy wants young women and girls to know that there are no barriers to what they can achieve. “Follow your passion and know how to spot potential opportunities and don’t be afraid to grasp opportunities that arise.”
EBAA Women in STEM: Jennifer Li, MD
“Women need to be more self-promotional. Women are taught very early on to downplay their achievements. I hope to see women be champions for other women since we don’t champion ourselves as well as we should.”
EBAA Women in STEM: Jackie Warn
Bringing a woman’s perspective to the senior leadership team at Nevada Donor Network “has changed the dynamic of the organization,” she says, and she’s grateful for her role and the professional atmosphere at her organization.
