44: FEM (Female, Enby, More) in STEM with Kristin Lathem-Scott

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week we chat with Kristin Latham-Scott. She is part administrative part teacher at Western Oregon University. She has lead undergrad research on Drosophila melanogaster and created a community on campus called FEM in STEM which stands for Female, Enby, and MORE in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We are going to chat about the importance of including everyone in the Science field. In this chat we discuss:What got you into science?What are you doing now with science?What research has you been apart of?How does fruit fly microbiome affect their lifestyles?Why fruit flies?Fruit flies Dance to attract mates?What communities are you apart of?What is FEM in STEM?25% of students are part of the LGBTQ+ communityWhy is it important to represent these groups on campus?What does it look like being an underserved person in STEM?The problem with only representing white cis-gendered males in STEMWe talk about the different types of panels they hostWe vent about taking genetics in collegeTeacher HackWhat is the most challenging thing you have to deal with?What is the most exciting thing that you have to deal with?What does a typical day look like for Kristin?Where to find more of Kristin:Kristin's CVEmail: [email protected] Mentioned:WOUFEM in STEMTime, Love, Memory book***I am an affiliate with ENERGY BITS ( your daily algae tablet packed with nutrients)  go visit this link and use code FLORAFUNGA at checkout for 20% off***SUPPORT THE SHOW: Join my Patreon for only $1/month [THATS only .03 cents a day!]Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or to in-person Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.comFacebookInstagramTwitterYouTubePatreonHelp support my book and tea buying habit by "Buying me a Book"a twist on buy me a coffeeWhen I reach my goal of $100 I will do a special book giveaway!Theme song :    -Soundotcom called Go Rock    -Take the Lead by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4458-take-the-leadLicense: http://creativecommons.org/I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, comments, or photos!727-477-5974 ENERGYbits20% off high quality strains of spirulina and chlorella (tablets contain high nutrient density)Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showText (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with your questions, comments, concerns, and IDs Flora Funga: Calm & Collected Tincture — Flora Funga PodcastGoFundMEIf you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening  $keenie19 on Cash AppFollow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.comFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon---------------------------------------------------------------------------Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day...