Congresswoman Lauren Underwood made history as the first woman, first person of color, and first millennial to represent Illinois’ 14th Congressional District. She joins us to discuss her career on Capitol Hill, her time as a public servant in the Department of Health and Human Services, and how her approach to health care policy is informed by her experience as one of the only registered nurses in Congress. Rep. Underwood’s health care roots run deep. From implementing the Affordable Care Act and Co-founding and Co-chairing the Black Maternal Health Caucus to teaching future registered nurses, you won’t want to miss this illuminating conversation with a true Chicagoland trailblazer.

This annual lecture honors the late Joanne H. Alter’s pioneering work on behalf of women interested in social action and public service.

In partnership with the Roberta Buffett Institute for Global Affairs at Northwestern University

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