Service & Outreach

2022-Present
Developmental Neurotoxicology Society
Secretary

Spring 2022, 2023
Northeastern University
Women of Color in the Academy Conference
Planning Committee

Summer 2021
University of Illinois Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute and University of Illinois Extension Office
Summer Self Care Webinar Series
Our Chemical Environment, Part 3: How to Read Product Labels and Understand Marketing Terms
Description: You’ve seen the labels that say “BPA free” or “phthalate-free”…but what does that actually mean? Megan Woodbury, BS, BA will explain these and more to prepare you for the rest of the “Our Chemical Environment” mini-series this spring!

Spring 2021
University of Illinois Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute and University of Illinois Extension Office
Springtime Science Webinar Series
Our Chemical Environment, Part 1: A Primer on Toxicology and Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals
Description: Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are all around us, so how can we reduce our exposure to them? Does replacing products in our homes with “natural” products reduce exposure? In this webinar, we’ll learn what the standard terms used on product labels mean and help you determine which strategies are best for you and your family.

Fall 2019
University of Illinois Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute and University of Illinois Extension Office
Community Education
Makeup Monday: Youth & Safer Beauty Products Workshop
Description: Megan Sieg has combined her passion of science and her love of makeup for this important educational event on beauty products. Come learn about chemicals that may be in the products you use, why they may be harmful, and how you can make better choices for yourself. You will also have opportunities to check out and test some of the better brands and learn a few nail art tricks from Megan!  We will raffle off some healthy choice beauty options at the end of the program.

Last Updated: May 2024