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Timothy Ray Brown Virtual Memorial Service
Timothy Ray Brown is considered to be the first person cured of HIV. Known initially as “The Berlin Patient,” he dedicated his life to supporting HIV cure research after being cured of HIV following two stem cell transplants, which were done to treat acute myeloid leukemia. Timothy traveled to conferences around the world and inspired researchers, activists and people living with HIV with his story. Sadly, Timothy’s cancer returned last year, and he passed away on September 29, 2020. He was 54.
There will be a virtual memorial service for Timothy on Feburary 16 his “cure” birthday. Speakers will include his partner Tim Hoeffgen, Dr. Nichole Klatt, Dr. Thomas Hope, Dr. Jonah Sacha, Dr. Paula Cannon, Jeff Taylor and Michael Louella.
Inside This Issue
Features: Where it starts; Law students help free client who spent 18 years in prison; Refresh and reset at winter’s best kept secret.
Awards and Recognition: Keshab Parhi has been named a National Academy of Inventors Fellow; and more.
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Where it starts
“Where it Starts” is a collection of personal stories that highlights the incredible accomplishments of members of our Black community during their journey at the University of Minnesota. Each story reflects upon overcoming obstacles, building community, and finding purpose. In “Defeat turns to growth,” student Governess Simpson finds a new capacity to help others despite the heartbreak of being rejected by her major. In Who SHE is, alumnus Lulete Mola discusses how she came to realize her purpose is in powering social change.