Tonight: HCST Film Night: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Film, Discussion, and Pizza
Location
Sondheim Hall : 209
Date & Time
October 29, 2025, 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Description
Repost from HCST
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
In 1951, cancerous cells from Henrietta
Lacks lead to breakthroughs that change the face of medicine forever.
Aided by writer Rebecca Skloot, Deborah Lacks embarks on a quest to
learn about the mother she never knew.
Come watch the film and join in the discussion!
Discussion led by Mayank Chugh (he/him),
Assistant Teaching Professor
Department of Biological Sciences at UMBC
Questions? Please email bfrancis@umbc.edu
This event is open for full
participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable
federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy.