The COVID-19 pandemic continued into 2021, requiring us to continue to hold all our events virtually. The year began with the January General Membership meeting at which our ARCS Atlanta scholar, Kantwon Rogers engaged our members with an informative and entertaining talk on his research involving artificial intelligence in robots and human-robot interaction.
In March, we had an excellent education program entitled “Pracademics amidst Pandemic: RSPH Support of Georgia's COVID-19 Response” by Dr. Allison Chamberlain. Her presentation updated us on the COVID-19 response in Georgia and how the Rollins School of Public Health used their academic talents to assist.
At our Annual Meeting in May, Dr. Beth Cabrera gave her audience valuable tips on how to use our experience during the pandemic to build a better life going forward.
- Kantwon Rogers Presentation at January General Membership Meeting – Watch the video here
- “Pracademics amidst Pandemic: RSPH Support of Georgia's COVID-19 Response” Dr. Allison Chamberlain – Watch the video here
- "Bouncing Back Better" Dr. Beth Cabrera discusses the positive changes people can experience after facing adversity. – Watch the video here
- Scholar Awards Celebration 2021 – Watch the video here
Thanks from Alum Alejandro Toriella, PhD, Assistant Professor, Industrial Engineering, Georgia Tech
Thank you very much for your support. It meant a lot. I had the opportunity to return to Tech as a faculty member last year. I’m very happy to be back and hope I can advise a future ARCS scholar soon!
Thanks from ARCS Atlanta Scholar Alum Deborah Kilpatrick, CEO Evidation Health
The work you (ARCS Foundation Atlanta members) have all done is tremendous, and I am so proud to be a part of that legacy. I hope that my work is making you all feel that there has been a good return on your investment.
Thanks from Scholar Kira Newman
"I can only begin to express how grateful I am for the freedom to pursue an independent line of research without having to worry about how I will pay for the necessary lab supplies or training. This award is allowing me to answer broader and more valuable questions than I had previously thought possible... Thank you so much for your kindness, generosity, and belief in my potential as a scientist."