The DeVos Medical Ethics Colloquy is a biannual event showcasing health care leaders on the cutting edge of medical ethics. The Colloquy is Co-hosted by the Kirkhof College of Nursing and the Philosophy Department.
Ethical Challenges in Public Health Today: Vaccines, Seeds of Distrust, & Declining Life Expectancy
Monday, October 13th, 2025 | 6 - 8 pm ET
Loosemore Auditorium at the Richard M. DeVos Center, 401 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
or join us online
The Fall Semester DeVos Colloquy will bring a panel of experts to campus for a timely and thought-providing discussion on the evolving ethical landscape of public health. The panelists will be sharing their insights and engaging with the audience on how to navigate unique challenges in this time of rapid change and uncertainty. This public event aims to further the national conversations in health care related to vaccines, policy, and public health.
This event is approved for 2.0 continuing education hours: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for Physicians and Physician Assistants, Nursing CEUs, and Social Work CEs.
While this event is free, registration is required. See the form below to sign up!
The presenting speakers includes:
Erika Blacksher, PhD
HealthCommons, LLC & University of Kansas Medical Center Affiliate
Matthew K. Wynia, MD
Center for Bioethics and Humanities Director, University of Colorado
with Moderator
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Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian
Chief Medical Executive, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Note: Registration for this event will close at 5 pm ET on Sunday, 10/12/25.
Thank you to our major sponsors!
The DeVos Medical Ethics Colloquy is a biannual event showcasing health care leaders on the cutting edge of medical ethics. The Colloquy is Co-hosted by the Kirkhof College of Nursing and the Philosophy Department.
Questions?
Contact us at k[email protected].