Alondra Nelson (Former Acting Director: Office of Science & Technology Policy)

Bring influential Black leaders to life in your classroom with the Alondra Nelson Biography PowerPoint. This 21-page informative presentation profiles Nelson's journey from studying sociology and science at some of the nation's top universities to leading the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Trace her early interest in how science and technology impacts inequality, her academic research on the social implications of genetics and bioscience, as well as her work examining the legacy of government programs promoting scientific racism. The timeline covers major milestones in Nelson's education, prolific career bridging social issues and science, and political appointments under the Biden administration. Utilize the visually-engaging slides detailing Nelson’s background and achievements to teach students about both historic and modern societal issues through an influential leader’s life story.