Keynote: Driven by Your Why: The Power of Purpose
Tuesday, March 24
6-8 p.m.
Lumina Theatre and Online

What fuels your why? In health and human services, purpose is the force that ignites passion, sustains resilience, and inspires us to go above and beyond for the people and communities we serve. Reconnect with the values and experiences that shape meaningful work. Charin Hanlon, MD, FACP, will share her “Why Story” and explore how aligning with one’s purpose can deepen impact across people, professions, and places. A panel of health and human services professionals will build on this theme, offering real‑world insights into staying grounded, motivated, and purpose‑driven in complex and evolving fields. Participants will leave inspired to reflect on their own why, and how it can guide a fulfilling, purpose‑centered career.

Keynote Speaker & Panel Moderator:

Charin Hanlon, MD, FACP, Vice President of Medical Education, Novant Health NHRMC Designated Institutional Official, Professor, Internal Medicine, UNC Chapel Hill

Panelists:

Sarah Arthur, MSW, LCSW, Director Community Health, Novant Health NHRMC

Roberto Ramirez, BSN, RN, Staff Nurse-Emergency Services, Novant Health NHRMC

Christine Webb, RN, MSN, Nurse Manager ICCU/PCU, Novant Health NHRMC

Click here to register: https://uncw.givepulse.com/event/840717

This event is part of the College of Health and Human Services' Health and Human Services Week. Visit https://uncw.edu/academics/colleges/chhs/community-engagement/events/hhs-week/ to learn more and register for other programming!