Science in the Stacks

Twice a month, learn something new about a fascinating science topic chosen and presented by one of our very own DHS Science Honor Society students. This session includes presentations on "Graphic Medicine" and 

About the Presenters

Hello! My name is Annika Mengwall and I am in my senior year at Darien High School. I hope to pursue a career in medicine, working with patients directly. I am fascinated by the way art can enhance the sciences, especially in patient communication and through empathy elevation. I am currently writing a short comic book to be published with the intention of instilling confidence in bystanders to promote citizen CPR. I am looking forward to performing research on the effectiveness of my book. This past summer, I was accepted to present at the 2023 International Graphic Medicine Conference in Toronto, and I was just interviewed on an upcoming episode of the Graphic Medicine Podcast. I am excited to present my interests in this research-based field at the Darien Library!

Hi! My name is Anna Haidinger and I am a senior at Darien High School. I am currently taking AP Biology with hopes to further study physical therapy in college. Outside of academics, I am a goalkeeper on the varsity soccer team and secretary of the Geography club. I'm excited to share my passion for science through my presentation at the Darien Library!