Emilie Lacy, a Disability Studies doctoral student at the University of Illinois at Chicago, proposes to create a book club for women with spinal cord injuries. The book club will focus on addressing the lack of information and stigma surrounding sex and disability, especially for women. Lacy's project will also have a formal information component where the community will request topics they wish to learn more about or discuss. For the information sessions, Lacy will seek experts in the requested topics. Lacy seeks funding for books and expenses for guest speakers. Lacy is seeking $1,000 for books so that the books will either be free or deeply discounted for the book club members, as well as $1,000 for guest speakers' expertise and time with a small group.

The Chicago Area Schweitzer Fellowship is a year-long service learning program for graduate students in health-related professions who will design and implement innovative direct service projects aimed at improving the health and well-being of underserved Chicago area communities. Through their community projects and participation in a year-long program that includes mentoring support, monthly meetings, written reflection, and interprofessional collaboration, Schweitzer Fellows are developing the skills and confidence needed to become Leaders in Service—professionals who will remain dedicated to public service and to creating change.

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