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We are currently accepting applications for the Santander Universities Latin America Scholarship and the Santander Universities Scholarship. The spring deadline for application submission is February 21st, 2013. Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered for the fall semester application cycle. Learn more here!
Pathfinder International is seeking the following technical specialists for short term technical assistance (STTA) on the anticipated Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) funded by the Millennium Challenge Corporation. Through this agreement, MCC will release task orders with the primary purpose of (1) conducting due diligence of proposals submitted by MCC-eligible countries... More
On behalf of the American Public Health Association (APHA), it is my pleasure to announce the call for applications for the 2014 APHA Public Health Fellowship in Government. This is the seventh year that APHA is offering this fellowship, which has been described as an “amazing” and “phenomenal” experience by... More
BUSPH in Guatemala Fundraiser Friday, February 22nd at 7pm Bell in Hand $10 tickets at the door. Raffle with prizes from Flour, Andres & more! Donations go directly to the NGO Primeros Pasos for clinic, health education, and community outreach supplises. Questions? buguatemala2013@gmail.com Online Donations? http://www.gofundme.com/ly7428
SPH_Shine_Lecture2013_Poster Boston University School of Public Health Department of Health Law, Bioethics & Human Rights invite you to attend the 3rd Annual Cathy Shine Lecture Patient Capital: Rethinking the Value of Care Bob Massie, M.Div., D.B.A. President New Economics Institute Thursday, February 28, 2013 12:00 p.m. Hiebert Lounge, 14th Floor Boston University Medical School 72 E. Concord Street Boston, MA A reception will immediately... More
Using social networking, mobile apps, and other new technologies, how can the power of health data be unleashed to increase awareness of health problems and inspire positive action at the community level? For the past two years, the IOM and NAE have challenged college and university students to use health data to... More
Boston University Medical Center presents the 5th Annual Production of Eve Ensler's "VAGINA MONOLOGUES" What: Come see a riveting performance about courage, despair, hope, and -- oh yes -- vaginas. Cast includes students and faculty from BUMC's Medical, Public Health, & GMS programs! When: Friday, February 15th and Saturday, 16th. Doors open at... More
Sexual and Reproductive Health in Over 100 Countries: Pathfinder International Cosponsored by the Department of International Health and the Global Health and Equity Program Thursday, Feb. 14 12:30-1:20 p.m. BUSM L209 Dr. Demet Güral is Pathfinder International’s Vice President of Technical and Program Strengthening and a physician and public health specialist with more than 25... More
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Bake-Off Thursday, February 14th, 2013 Board Room, Talbot 3 Sign-up sheet in the EH kitchen!!! Please see the attached flyer for entry rules and details Bakeoff sign 2013
Submit your abstracts! The 7th Annual Friedman Future of Food and Nutrition Conference will be on April 6th. Share your research with fellow students of nutrition science and policy. The Conference provides a unique venue for graduate students to present original research related to food and nutrition. Last year, over 175... More
This spring, CAS is launching a new African film series, featuring classic and significant recent movies from all over the continent. Each film will be followed by a discussion led by Professors Jean and John Comaroff, or by others with specialist knowledge of the issues at stake. Screenings will be held... More
Global Health Media Project creates and disseminates clinical videos to reach low-resource, often isolated health workers who have minimal access to clinical information. Clinical videos can provide the basic practical information essential to save lives. Two internship positions are available: One internship focuses on dissemination of the videos through social media and... More
Condom Couture Fashion Show They need YOU! Design a garment with some friends made primarily of condoms! Judges will choose the most creative design. First, second and third prizes will be awarded! Participant Guidlines
