Deborah Huntley, once a professor and administrator in Saginaw Valley State University, will speak about the place of women in science at a Women’s History Month event. The talk, titled “Science, Women of Science, and Women in Science, ” is scheduled for Wednesday evening at the Hoyt Library auditorium. The library is limiting seats, so people must register online.

Huntley will highlight how science faces criticism in today’s world, from vaccine doubts to climate debates. She plans to focus on achievements of women scientists and the number of women in research, especially studies that improve women's health. She will also share stories from her own career.

Her background includes a decade as SVSU’s provost and vice‑president for academic affairs, where she oversaw curriculum, budgeting, and staff. Before that, she led the university’s College of Science, Engineering, and Technology as dean.

The talk aims to encourage listeners to think critically about the role of women in science and how society views scientific facts.


# Deborah Huntley: Celebrating Women in Science

**Event:**  
- **Title:** *Science, Women of Science, and Women in Science*  
- **Speaker:** Deborah Huntley – former SVSU professor, provost, and dean of the College of Science, Engineering & Technology  
- **Date & Time:** Wednesday evening  
- **Venue:** Hoyt Library auditorium, Saginaw Valley State University  

**Why Attend?**  
- Explore how contemporary science is scrutinized—from vaccine skepticism to climate debate.  
- Highlight the accomplishments and representation of women in research, especially studies improving women's health.  
- Hear personal anecdotes from Huntley’s distinguished career spanning teaching, administration, and leadership roles at SVSU.

**Registration:**  
Seats are limited. Register online to secure your spot.

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