Faculty Development Seminar Series.
Upcoming Events
April 2024
Teaching and Learning at SPH | April 29th
Monday, April 29, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Board Room (Talbot 302 Center) or Online
Host: SPH Education Office
The Education Office invites SPH instructors, educational staff, and teaching assistants to engage in discussion and share best practices for teaching and learning. Register at the link to receive Zoom details.
EPI Seminar: Dr. Scott Delaney - Intersectional Implications of Climate Change on Brain Health Inequities | April 30th
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Talbot 311E and Online
Host: SPH Department of Environmental Health
Join Dr. Scott Delaney for a discussion on climate change and brain health inequities.
May 2024
Environmental Health Seminar Series: Dr. Bernado Lemos | May 1st
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm | L110 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Environmental Health
Join us for the Spring 2024 Gijs van Seventer Seminar Series, where numerous environmental health researchers will share insights into how their application of ‘Omics is pertinent to their fields. Delve into the crucial questions: How does the real profile of exposure shape our outcomes? Is a more robust profile necessary? Gain a deeper understanding of the transformative impact ‘Omics can have in the ever-evolving world of environmental health.
NEPHTC Webinar: Working towards Equitable Access to Health Care for People with Disabilities | May 2nd
Thursday, May 2, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: New England Public Health Training Center
People with disabilities face numerous barriers in accessing health care, and while, the barriers to care are numerous and diverse there has been little research done to capture information from people with disabilities directly, in their own words. Disability Rights Maine conducted a mixed-methods research project with the goal of identifying and quantifying the barriers Mainers with disabilities face when accessing health care services. This presentation will share history of how the project came to be, key findings, and describe how the findings can be used to work towards system- and policy-level changes.
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | May 3rd
Friday, May 3, 2024 | 11:00 am – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health Writing Program
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
Global Health Seminar Series: HIV training and research in South Africa| May 6th
Monday, May 6, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | CTC 305 and online
Host: SPH Department of Global Health
Join us for a conversation with speakers from the SPH Department of Global Health: Sydney Rosen and Mariet Benade
Faculty Breakfast with Dean Galea | May 7th
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Host: SPH Office of the Dean
The Faculty Breakfast is an informal opportunity to discuss topics of interest—about the school or the world beyond—with the Dean. Please do let the Dean know any topics you would like discussed, or anything else on your mind, using the feedback form listed below. Thoughts can be submitted anonymously. https://forms.gle/P5BJ7yyxgMCAVzde8. This event will be held in person and streamed on Zoom.
Epidemiology Seminar Series: Dr. Heidi Moseson | May 7th
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Talbot 311E and Online
Host: SPH Department of Epidemiology
Talking Circle with Dean Cozier | May 7th
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Talbot
Host: SPH Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice
Public Health Conversation: Artificial Intelligence and Health: Promise and Pitfalls | May 8th
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
This discussion will reflect on the current challenges facing nurses in the United States, including staffing shortages and burnout. How will nursing evolve over the next decade and what actions can we take to better support the nursing community?
For any questions or accommodation requests, please contact sphevent@bu.edu.
Biostatistics Seminar Series: Data integration for multi-study data: adventures from epidemiology to genomics | May 9th
Thursday, May 9, 2024 | 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm | Crosstown 305 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Biostatistics
Speaker: Roberta De Vito, PhD
Abstract: Biostatistics and computational biology are increasingly facing the urgent challenge of efficiently dealing with a large amount of experimental data. High-throughput assays are transforming the study of biology, as they generate a rich, complex, and diverse collection of high-dimensional data sets. The increased availability of ensembles of studies on related clinical populations, technologies, and genomic features poses four categories of important multi-study statistical questions: 1) To what extent is biological signal reproducibly shared across different studies? 2) How can this global signal be extracted? 3) How can we detect and quantify local signals that may be masked by strong global signals? 4) How do these global and local signals manifest differently in different data types? We will answer these four questions by introducing a novel class of factor analysis methodologies for the joint analysis of different studies. The goal is to separately identify and estimate 1) common factors reproduced across multiple studies, and 2) study-specific factors. We present different medical and biological applications, going from genomic to nutritional epidemiological data. In all the cases, we clarify the benefits of using our multi-study methods compared to the standard techniques.
Global Health Seminar Series: Dr. Jacqui Miot | May 13th
Monday, May 13, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | CTC 305 and online
Host: SPH Department of Global Health
School Assembly for Faculty and Staff | May 14th
Tuesday, May 10, 2024 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge and online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
The School Assembly is a monthly convening for faculty and staff to join together and hear updates on activities and initiatives at the School.
Talking Circle with Dean Cozier | May 7th
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | L405
Host: SPH Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice
Epidemiology Antiracism Committee Seminar: Dr. Nancy López | May 28th
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Talbot 311E and Online
Host: SPH Department of Epidemiology
Public Health Conversation: Global Social Determinants of Health | May 29th
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
This event will launch results from the Global Social Determinants Study (GSDS), the first 8-country nationally representative study that is explicitly designed to document social determinants in low-, middle-, and high-income countries and how they affect population health and well-being.
For any questions or accommodation requests, please contact sphevent@bu.edu.
Boston University School of Public Health is dedicated to hiring, promoting, and retaining faculty who demonstrate excellence in research, education, practice, and administration. Recruitment, mentoring, and retention are our most important activities. These activities build the future of the school; foster a supportive, collaborative, and respectful culture; deeply impact our reputation inside and outside the University, and are essential to meeting our strategic goals.
We encourage faculty to check out:
- Office of Diversity and Inclusion for a wide variety of diversity, equity, and inclusion resources, including events and affinity groups
- Faculty and Staff Assistance Office for faculty support resources, including self-care and work-life balance
- Terrier eDevelopment for a vast library of training resources, from adapting to change to software and technology training
- Center for Teaching & Learning for faculty development related to teaching and grant opportunities
- Office of Research for events focused on building research skills and discussions of breakthrough research from across BU
- BUMC Faculty Development and Diversity for interdisciplinary resources for networking, professional development, and wellness
Past Events
April 2024
On Career Trajectories with Dean Galea | April 1st
Monday, April 1, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Talbot 307C and online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
Dean Galea will share his perspective on strategies for approaching each career stage with the goal of advancing a career in academia. Faculty, research scientists, and postdocs are welcome to join.
Note: Space in the Founders Room (Talbot 307C) will be first come, first served. Additional attendees are welcome to join via Zoom.
Global Health Seminar Series: Towards fairer Partnerships in Global Health: what is our role as a Department| April 1st
Monday, April 1, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | CTC 305 and online
Host: SPH Department of Global Health
Join us for a conversation with speakers from the SPH Department of Global Health: Zana Kiragu, Monica Onyango, and Veronika Wirtz.
NEPHTC Webinar: Treatment Strategies in Primary Care: Nicotine Replacement Therapy & NAC Treatment for Cannabis Use Disorder | April 2nd
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: New England Public Health Training Center
Data from the Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey suggest that about half of the youth who vape use nicotine; and about a third report using THC… but did you know that about half of kids using electronic vaporizing devices in Maine made an attempt to quit last year? We need to be ready to help them and support their quit attempt. Join Drs. Fanburg and Hagler on April 2nd for a lunch and learn session to learn about and discuss medications that may help your patients QUIT. We will review evidence and expert recommendations for treatment of Nicotine Use Disorder, Cannabis Use Disorder and learn Tips and Tricks to support patients.
Public Health Conversation: Uncertainty, Trust, and the Future of Public Health Communication | April 2nd
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
This program will explore public health communication in the context of a post – acute COVID world. How can we more effectively communicate public health messaging across different populations? What are the consequences of misinformation? How can we mitigate disinformation and disseminate accurate information to promote better health for all?
This event is cohosted with the Boston University College of Communication. For any questions or accommodation requests, please contact sphevent@bu.edu.
A Discussion on Antisemitism with Rabbi Ron Fish | April 2nd
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm | L110
Host: SPH Dean’s Office and Office of DEIJ
This session is a space for SPH students, staff, and faculty to learn about antisemitism from Rabbi Ron Fish and then engage in a discussion, moderated by Dean Yvette Cozier, Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. This discussion will be in person only, open only to the SPH community, and it will not be recorded. Please note that to go boxes will be provided for anyone observing Ramadan.
Environmental Health Seminar Series: Dr. Robin Mesnage | April 3rd
Wednesday, April 3, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm | L110 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Environmental Health
Join us for the Spring 2024 Gijs van Seventer Seminar Series, where numerous environmental health researchers will share insights into how their application of ‘Omics is pertinent to their fields. Delve into the crucial questions: How does the real profile of exposure shape our outcomes? Is a more robust profile necessary? Gain a deeper understanding of the transformative impact ‘Omics can have in the ever-evolving world of environmental health.
Early Childhood Well-Being Research Connection | April 3rd
Wednesday, April 3, 2024 | 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm | Kilachand Center, Room 101, Charles River Campus
Host: BU Institute for Early Childhood Well-Being
The Institute for Early Childhood Well-Being is hosting this event for BU researchers focused on young children, from all disciplines, to network with each other, share ideas, and jump start collaborations.
L. Adrienne Cupples Award For Excellence in Teaching, Research, and Service in Biostatistics: Lecture & Award Presentation | April 4th
Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge or Zoom
Host: SPH Department of Biostatistics
2024 Awardee: Nandita Mitra, PhD
Bio: Nandita Mitra, PhD is Professor of Biostatistics and Co-Director of the Center for Causal Inference at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Mitra’s primary research interests include the design and analysis of observational studies, causal inference, and statistical approaches for cost-effectiveness analysis. She has developed doubly robust approaches to estimation of cost-effectiveness measures, nonparametric influence function based instrumental variable estimators for censored outcomes, and difference-in-differences estimators for the evaluation of health policies under interference. She collaborates with investigators in oncology, health policy, and health economics and has co-authored over 300 peer-reviewed publications. She serves as Chair of the Budget & Finance Committee of the International Biometrics Society, Chair of the American Statistical Association Statistics in Epidemiology Section, and Secretary of the Society for Causal Inference. She is Editor-in-Chief of Observational Studies, Fellow of the American Statistical Association, and was recently awarded the ASA Mentorship Award.
A Discussion on Islamophobia with Imam Dr. Talal Eid | April 4th
Thursday, April 4, 2024 | 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm | L110
Host: SPH Dean’s Office and Office of DEIJ
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | April 5th
Friday, April 5, 2024 | 11:00 am – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health Writing Program
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
Building Resilience: Building Resilience: The Transformative Role of AI in Global Public Health Communication | April 8th
Monday, April 8, 2024 | 11:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Boston University Trustee Ballroom and Online
Host: CEID and Hariri Institute for Computing
The Institute for Early Childhood Well-Being is hosting this event for BU researchers focused on young children, from all disciplines, to network with each other, share ideas, and jump start collaborations.
Best Practices for Trauma-Informed Research Workshop | April 9th
Tuesday, April 9, 2024 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online
Host: Center for Trauma and Mental Health
The Center for Trauma and Mental Health is excited to announce an upcoming virtual workshop, “Best Practices for Trauma-Informed Research” led by Dr. Natalie Edelman. Dr. Edelman is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Kent and developed TRuST, a consultancy that offers support around trauma-informed research, training, and evaluation. She defines trauma-informed research as “the translation of trauma-informed principles of care to research processes to minimize retraumatization and improve inclusion for the most disenfranchised groups and individuals.”
InnovateEDU Faculty Forum 2024: Exploring the Future of Learning at BU | April 9th
Tuesday, April 9, 2024 | 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm | George Sherman Union Ballroom
Host: Boston University Digital Learning and Innovation
Join us in this year’s Faculty Forum as we explore the latest trends in innovative pedagogies and emerging technologies that are reshaping the contemporary landscape of education. Connect with fellow faculty, staff, and graduate students and engage in thought-provoking discussions on transformative teaching practices that enhance the residential student experience. From artificial intelligence to inclusive learning strategies, attendees will explore the pedagogies and tools that are redefining the educational experience. This event will also feature engaging e-poster and breakout sessions, delving into topics such as inclusive pedagogy, the classroom as a community, emerging educational technologies, and pedagogical innovations. The day will culminate in a networking session and wine and cheese reception. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired!
Faculty and Staff of Color Luncheon | April 11th
Thursday, April 11, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm | Hiebert Lounge
Host: Boston University Diversity and Inclusion
Join us for good company, good food, and good conversation! Gather with colleagues for an opportunity to reconnect and refresh! Lunch will be provided. Faculty and staff of color from both campuses are welcome. Boston University strives to be accessible, inclusive, and diverse in our facilities, programming and academic offerings. Your experience in this event is important to us. If you have a disability (including but not limited to learning or attention, mental health, concussion, vision, mobility, hearing, physical or other health related), require communication access services for the deaf or hard of hearing, or believe that you require a reasonable accommodation for another reason, please contact BU Diversity & Inclusion at odi@bu.edu by Friday, March 29, 2024 to discuss your needs.
Biostatistics Seminar Series: Navigating Data Privacy in Public Policy to Responsibly Represent People in Data | April 11th
Thursday, April 11, 2024 | 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm | Crosstown 305 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Biostatistics
Speaker: Claire McKay Bowen, PhD
Abstract: This talk will discuss the intricate data privacy challenges faced by the U.S. government and private sector in data collection and dissemination. It will also cover various collaborations between the Data Governance and Privacy Lab at the Urban Institute with government agencies and other organizations, such as generating synthetic health services data and integrating data equity in statistical data privacy. Our group strives to implement innovative statistical data privacy methods and uphold data governance principles, empowering researchers and policymakers to access and leverage data for the betterment of society while protecting individual privacy.
Bio: Claire McKay Bowen is a senior fellow in the Center on Labor, Human Services, and Population and leads the Statistical Methods Group at the Urban Institute. Her research primarily focuses on developing technical and policy solutions to safely expand access to confidential data that advances evidence-based policymaking. She is also interested in improving science communication and integrating data equity into the data privacy process. In 2021, the Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies identified her as an emerging leader in statistics for her technical contributions and leadership to statistics and the field of data privacy and confidentiality. Further, she is a member of the Census Scientific Advisory Committee and several other data governance and data privacy committees, and she is an adjunct professor at Stonehill College.
Health Law, Policy, and Management Seminar: Mixed Methods Research in Community-Engaged Research | April 11th
Thursday, April 11, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm | Crosstown 305 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Health Law, Policy, and Management
Speaker: Yousra Yousef
Op-Ed Essentials: How to Elevate Your Research with The Conversation Editor Howard Manly | April 11th
Thursday, April 11, 2024 | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Diversity and Inclusion
Join Howard Manly, Race and Equity Editor from The Conversation, for an engaging virtual workshop for BU faculty members, researchers, and PhD students. In this one-hour session, Howard will provide insights into how The Conversation partners with academic institutions like BU, while also offering expert guidance on crafting successful op-ed submissions. From understanding the editorial process to refining your pitch angles, this workshop is designed to equip attendees with the tools and strategies needed to effectively communicate their research and ideas to broad audiences. Attendees are encouraged to bring potential pitch angles to discuss during the event. The Conversation publishes trustworthy and informative articles written by academic experts for the public and edited by a team of journalists. On the website (and through distribution of their articles to thousands of news outlets worldwide), you’ll find explanatory journalism on the events, discoveries and issues that matter today. Conversation articles share researchers’ expertise in policy, science, health, economics, education, history, ethics and most every subject studied in colleges and universities.
EH Seminar Series: Dr. Donghai Liang | April 17th
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm | L110 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Environmental Health
Join us for the Spring 2024 Gijs van Seventer Seminar Series, where numerous environmental health researchers will share insights into how their application of ‘Omics is pertinent to their fields. Delve into the crucial questions: How does the real profile of exposure shape our outcomes? Is a more robust profile necessary? Gain a deeper understanding of the transformative impact ‘Omics can have in the ever-evolving world of environmental health.
LGBTQIA+ Faculty & Staff Luncheon | April 18th
Thursday, April 18, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm | Hiebert Lounge
Host: Boston University Diversity and Inclusion
Join us for good company, good food, and good conversation! Gather with LGBTQIA+ faculty and staff colleagues for a mid-semester opportunity to reconnect and refresh! Lunch will be provided. LGBTQIA+ identifying faculty and staff from all campuses are welcome. Boston University strives to be accessible, inclusive, and diverse in our facilities, programming and academic offerings. Your experience in this event is important to us. If you have a disability (including but not limited to learning or attention, mental health, concussion, vision, mobility, hearing, physical or other health related), require communication access services for the deaf or hard of hearing, or believe that you require a reasonable accommodation for another reason please contact BU Diversity & Inclusion at odi@bu.edu by Friday, March 29, 2024, to discuss your needs.
Promotion Information Session for Faculty | April 22nd
Monday, April 22, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Online
Host: SPH Faculty Resources Office
School Assembly for Faculty and Staff | April 23rd
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge and online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
The School Assembly is a monthly convening for faculty and staff to join together and hear updates on activities and initiatives at the School.
A Discussion on Islamophobia with Sheikh Harun Spevack | April 23rd
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 | 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm | L110
Host: SPH Dean’s Office and Office of DEIJ
Public Health Conversation: Artificial Intelligence and Health: Promise and Pitfalls | April 24th
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
This conversation will explore the role of artificial intelligence in the health of populations. How can AI be used in public health, and what are the consequences of its potential use, both good and bad?
For any questions or accommodation requests, please contact sphevent@bu.edu.
EH Seminar Series: Dr. Chantel Martin | April 24th
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm | L110 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Environmental Health
Join us for the Spring 2024 Gijs van Seventer Seminar Series, where numerous environmental health researchers will share insights into how their application of ‘Omics is pertinent to their fields. Delve into the crucial questions: How does the real profile of exposure shape our outcomes? Is a more robust profile necessary? Gain a deeper understanding of the transformative impact ‘Omics can have in the ever-evolving world of environmental health.
March 2024
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | March 1st
Friday, March 1, 2024 | 11:00 am – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health Writing Program
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
Global Health Seminar Series: Conscience-Based Barriers to Physician Participation in Medical Aid in Dying | March 4th
Monday, March 4, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Crosstown 305 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Global Health
Mika Hamer, PhD, MPH is a post-doctoral research fellow with the Center for Bioethics and Humanities at the University of Colorado. Dr. Hamer is a health services researcher who uses mixed quantitative and qualitative methods to explore her varied research interests spanning health policy, equitable access to care, health care coverage/insurance benefit design, and care across the cancer continuum.
Talking Circle with Dean Cozier, On the State of the World | March 5th
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 | 9:00 am – 10:00 am | Talbot 106 East
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
Join Dean Cozier for a conversation on current events.
HLPM Quantitative Methods Seminar: Conjoint Experimental Designs & Analysis | March 5th
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm | Board Room (Talbot 302 Center) and Online
Host: SPH Department of Health Law, Policy, and Management
Join Assistant Professor Matt Motta for a conversation on quantitative methods.
Public Health Conversation: The Future of Reproductive Care in the U.S | March 6th
Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
This discussion will explore the current landscape of reproductive health in the United States. What range of services does reproductive healthcare encompass and how does equitable access to these services advance the health of all? What actions can the public health community take to better navigate the politicization associated with reproductive care?
For any questions or accommodation requests, please contact sphevent@bu.edu.
Health Data Science Distinguished Speaker Series: Dr. Jessica Hullman, Data Visualization for Inference: Opportunities & Challenges | March 7th
Thursday, March 7, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge and Online
Host: SPH Department of Biostatistics
Abstract: Research and development in computer science and statistics have produced increasingly sophisticated software interfaces for interactive visual data analysis and visualization-based communication. Despite these successes, our understanding of how to design effective visualizations for data-driven inference and decision-making remains limited. Design philosophies that emphasize data exploration and hypothesis generation can encourage pattern-finding at the expense of quantifying uncertainty. Common approaches for designing visualizations to maximize perceptual accuracy and self-reported satisfaction can lead people to adopt visualizations that promote overconfident interpretations. I will motivate a few alternative objectives for measuring the effectiveness of visualization, and present graphical frameworks for visualizing and supporting reasoning about uncertainty in data and model predictions.
NEPHTC Webinar: Groups Recover Together: Providing Opioid Use Disorder Treatment for Justice-Involved Individuals | March 7th
Thursday, March 7, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: New England Public Health Training Center
One of the largest Opioid Health Home providers in Maine, Groups Recover Together (Groups) provides comprehensive community-based treatment for individuals suffering from opioid use disorder (OUD). Since 2019, the Maine Department of Corrections has partnered with Groups to provide connections to treatment for individuals releasing from custody. Between July 2019 and August 2023, Groups helped connect over 1,000 incarcerated individuals to community-based medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) treatment. This partnership has yielded positive results in the form of decreased fatal overdose rates among this population.
Together for Hope: Boston Addiction Conference 2024 | March 15th - March 16th
Friday, March 15 – Saturday, March 16, 2024 | 8:30 am – 5:00 pm | Roxbury Community College
Host: Boston Medical Center Grayken Center for Addiction
The conference will bring together academic and community-based organizations focused on prevention and treatment of substance use disorders in Boston. Its aim is to collaborate, share innovations, and re-establish connections and community that was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Grant Writing Workshop: Zoom Information Session| March 18th
Monday, March 18, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Online
Host: SPH
We are pleased to offer a grant writing workshop for SPH faculty members interested in developing a new application for external funding. The workshop is designed so that by the end of the 10-session program, each participant will have completed all scientific sections of the proposal.
Grant writing skills are taught through a combination of lectures, feedback on the faculty member’s proposal, and a mock study section. The workshop will generally follow NIH grant proposal guidelines for R-series grants but faculty planning to apply to other mechanisms (eg K01, foundations) are also welcome to apply.
Faculty who are interested in learning more about this workshop are invited to attend an Information Zoom Session on March 18 from 1-2 pm. A draft of the schedule for the workshop will be provided at that time.
Global Health Seminar Series: Drs. Elaine Nsoesie and Warren Kaplan | March 18th
Monday, March 18, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Crosstown 305 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Global Health
Elaine O. Nsoesie is an Associate Professor in the Department of Global Health at the Boston University School of Public Health. She is an internationally recognized data scientist and a leading voice on the use of data and technology to advance health equity. She is a Data Science Faculty Fellow and was a Founding Faculty of the Boston University Faculty of Computing and Data Sciences.
Warren A. Kaplan, PhD, JD, MPH is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Global Health at the Boston University School of Public Health, where he is a member of the World Health Organization Collaborating Center in Pharmaceutical Policy. His research focuses on pharmaceutical and legal policies related to health system strengthening and evaluations of medicines access and utilization.
Public Health + Law: A Conversation with Deans | March 18th
Monday, March 18, 2024 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Alumni & Friends
You are cordially invited to join a Conversation hosted by Dean Sandro Galea, Robert A. Knox Professor, of the School of Public Health with Dean Angela Onwuachi-Willig, Ryan Roth Gallo Professor of Law, from School of Law. Together, they will explore the intersection of law and health. The evening will provide the opportunity to network with BU alumni and friends across the Boston area. Light food and beverages will be served pre and post Q+A with Deans.
School Assembly for Faculty and Staff | March 19th
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge and online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
The School Assembly is a monthly convening for faculty and staff to join together and hear updates on activities and initiatives at the School.
SPH Reads: Disability Visibility - A Discussion on Disability | March 20th
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Founder’s Room (Talbot 307 Center) and online
Host: SPH Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice
Dean Yvette Cozier will be guest-hosting three Public Health Conversation Starters, brief conversations with experts or persons with lived experience as part of SPH Reads. In conjunction with the Starters, we will be hosting discussions for the community, which will open with a viewing of a Starter, followed by an open dialogue about the topic. We hope that students, staff, and faculty will join us for these important conversations.
The Signal and The Response: US Readiness for New Infectious Diseases Threats | March 20th
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 | 1:30 pm – 6:30 pm | Boston University Trustees Ballroom
Host: BU Center on Emerging and Infectious Diseases
Are we better off in terms of the technologies, policies, & procedures available to detect emerging infectious disease threats now than we were prior to the COVID-19 pandemic? Have we as a country improved the equity and efficiency of our response to infectious diseases? What challenges still lie ahead to meet these needs? This event will explore the roles that government, academia, and the private sector play in early detection of and response to infectious diseases within the United States.
HLPM Qualitative Methods Seminar: Understanding Sexual Health and Substance Use Education for Young Adults Living with Sickle Cell Disease (Qualitative Interviews & Content Analysis Approach) | March 21st
Thursday, March 21, 2024 | 1:00 – 1:50 pm | INS 201 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Health Law, Policy, and Management
Join Claudine Lavarrin for a discussion on her dissertation.
Data and Cities Speaker Panel | March 22nd
Friday, March 22, 2024 | 5:00 – 6:30 pm | BU Center for Computing and Data Sciences
Host: BU Center for Computing and Data Sciences
As complex data analysis techniques become more salient in government, there is enormous potential for quantitative analysis to improve public policy outcomes. Data tools are essential for assessing effectiveness, impacts, and potential challenges in different policy areas, such as economic growth, climate challenges, and traffic issues. At the same time, the integration of data into government raises questions about privacy, equity, and accountability, and necessitates guidelines for data usage and standards to ensure best practices across departments. This event brings together a panel of City of Boston and state level officials working at the nexus of data analysis, data governance, and urban policy. The discussion will center around the challenges and opportunities of implementing data-focused strategies into government. Following the panel discussion is a Q&A session with the audience and an open networking session.
Global Health Seminar Series: Physicians’ Experiences with and Perceptions of Caring for Patients with Disability: Ableism | March 25th
Monday, March 25, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Crosstown 305 and Online
Host: SPH Department of Global Health
Lisa I. Iezzoni is a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, based at the Health Policy Research Center and the Mongan Institute at Massachusetts General Hospital. For 25 years, her research has focused on improving the lived experiences, healthcare quality, and health equity of adults with disability, particularly mobility disability.
Teaching and Learning at SPH | March 27th
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Board Room (Talbot 302 Center) or Online
Host: SPH Education Office
The Education Office invites SPH instructors, educational staff, and teaching assistants to engage in discussion and share best practices for teaching and learning. Register at the link to receive Zoom details.
Public Health Conversation: The Future of PEPFAR | March 28th
Thursday, March 28, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
This discussion will explore the current landscape of reproductive health in the United States. What range of services does reproductive healthcare encompass and how does equitable access to these services advance the health of all? What actions can the public health community take to better navigate the politicization associated with reproductive care?
For any questions or accommodation requests, please contact sphevent@bu.edu.
February 2024
IS&T RCS Tutorial - Creating Pretty Documents using R Markdown and Quarto | February 1st
Thursday, February 1, 2024 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm| Online
Host: BU Information Services & Technology
R Markdown is a powerful tool that helps produce elegantly formatted documents. In this tutorial, we will learn how to use the rmarkdown, ggplot2, and kable packages, as well as their extensions to develop reports that include code, graphics, and tables. We will cover various options to customize code chunks, figures, and tables and go over the best practices for organizing the code. We will also explore Quarto which is a new tool that allows using markdown and creating elegantly formatted articles, reports, and presentations.
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | February 2nd
Friday, February 2, 2024 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health Writing Program
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
CAFÉ Climate and Health Conference | February 5th - February 7th
Monday, February 5, 2024 – Wednesday, February 7th | All day | Online
Host: Climate Health Cafe
Join us for the 1st annual CAFÉ Climate and Health Conference. Registration is free.
The conference is open to all professionals either already in, or looking to shift into the climate and health space from adjacent fields. We seek to engage professionals across service sectors, including academia, NGOs, tech and other industries, government, funding agencies, foundations, clinical practice, and beyond. We warmly welcome early-career individuals or students who are looking to network and gain knowledge in the field.
Registration is open to anyone within the climate change and health Community of Practice (COP). To join the COP, an individual must fill out the CAFÉ COP Intake Form. The information provided via the intake form allows us to better understand existing and current work within the COP and enables us to target CAFÉ resources to the appropriate audiences. Some conference materials (such as keynote speaker recordings) will be made available to the general public through our YouTube channel at a later date.
Please note this conference is virtual for 2024.
For assistance or to confirm if you are already a member of the COP, please email climatecafe@bu.edu.
Funding Info Session: Health Data Science Focused Research Program Workshop | February 6th
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Hiebert Lounge
Host: Rafik B. Hariri Institute for Computing and Computational Science & Engineering
Join us to learn about funding opportunities and meet potential collaborators working in various areas of Health Data Science. This Focused Research Program Workshop will provide information about the current call for proposals and offer a unique networking opportunity. Lunch will follow the presentation.
This event is organized and supported by the Digital Health Initiative at the Hariri Institute for Computing and Computational Science & Engineering, the BU SPH Population Health Data Science Program, the Clinical and Translational Science Institute, and the Evans Center for Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research.
FDD Seminar- Letters of Recommendation: Helping Students and Residents Reach the Next Step in their Career Path | February 8th
Thursday, February 8, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: SPH Education Office
Virtual Facilitator(s): Angela H. Jackson, MD & Robert J. Vinci, MD
Faculty are frequently asked by students to write letters of recommendation for residency, and these letters can make a significant difference in their success. Residents need letters for fellowship or job applications. How can you write an honest, useful letter of recommendation? What are some of the challenges? We will present some guidelines to help you get started. CME credit will be offered to all participants.
School Assembly for Faculty and Staff | February 13th
Tuesday, February 13, 2024 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Keefer Auditorium and online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
The School Assembly is a monthly convening for faculty and staff to join together and hear updates on activities and initiatives at the School.
Meet the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation | February 15th
Thursday, February 15, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: BU Office of Research
The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation funds original research and education related to science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and economics.
Join us for a webinar overview of the Sloan Foundation’s programs designed to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in STEM higher education, including University Centers of Exemplary Mentoring, Sloan Centers for Systemic Change, and Creating Equitable Pathways to STEM Graduate Education.
The event will feature Lorelle L. Espinosa, PhD, who oversees the foundation’s DEI initiatives. Dr. Espinosa will describe the foundation’s priorities, DEI funding programs, and application and review processes.
Rock Your Profile: Strategies to Enhance Your LinkedIn Presence and Maximize Research Impact | February 15th
Thursday, February 15, 2024 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | Online
Host: BU Office of Research
Join LinkedIn’s Client Solutions team for a workshop designed to equip researchers with tools and insights to navigate LinkedIn professionally, with a focus on research excellence and impactful thought-leadership.
In this 60-minute virtual session, participants will:
- Learn about the evolution of the platform over the past decade,
- Gain hands-on knowledge with practical tips to enhance key profile elements and highlight academic achievements, publications, and other research initiatives, and
- Develop skills to effectively build your voice on the platform and stay well-informed about the latest news, influential companies, and key professionals in your field.
Teaching and Learning at SPH | February 22nd
Thursday, February 22, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Board Room (Talbot 302C) or Online
Host: SPH Education Office
The Education Office invites SPH instructors, educational staff, and teaching assistants to engage in discussion and share best practices for teaching and learning. Register at the link to receive Zoom details.
January 2024
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | January 12th
Friday, January 12, 2024 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health Writing Program
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
School Assembly for Faculty and Staff | January 23rd
Tuesday, January 23, 2024 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge and online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
The School Assembly is a monthly convening for faculty and staff to join together and hear updates on activities and initiatives at the School.
Meet the Craig H. Nielson Foundation | January 25th
Thursday, January 25, 2024 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge and online
Host: Boston University Office of Research
The Craig H. Neilsen Foundation (CHNF) supports programs and scientific research to improve quality of life for those living with spinal cord injury (SCI).
In this workshop, Constanza Svidler, PhD, program officer at CHNF, will present to BU researchers about the foundation’s mission, funding priorities, programs, and other opportunities. She oversees the CHNF psychosocial research portfolio, which supports behavioral, social, and psychological research. Dr. Svidler will be joined by BU’s Timothy O’Shea, PhD, assistant professor of biomedical engineering, who has received CHNF support.
FDD Seminar- Protect your Credibility: How to Detect & Prevent Inadvertent Plagiarism in Coauthored Papers | January 30th
Tuesday, January 30, 2024 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: SPH Education Office
Facilitator: David Flynn, MS
‘Just because you’re paranoid doesn’t mean they aren’t after you.’ Joseph Heller. Plagiarism is a concern for all authors in higher education, and this topic has become international news due to recent events. This workshop will cover the most common types of suspected plagiarism seen in academic writing and it will also discuss tips and techniques for identifying and preventing them. CME credit is offered to all participants.
Teaching and Learning at SPH | January 30th
Tuesday, January 30, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Board Room (Talbot 302C) or Online
Host: SPH Education Office
The Education Office invites SPH instructors, educational staff, and teaching assistants to engage in discussion and share best practices for teaching and learning. Register at the link to receive Zoom details.
December 2023
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | December 1st
Friday, December 1, 2023 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health Writing Program
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
On writing with Dean Galea | December 4th
Monday, December 4, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Talbot 307C and online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
Dean Galea will share strategies that he has found helpful in his own work and lead a conversation about scholarly productivity. Faculty, research scientists, and postdocs are welcome to join.
Note: Space in the Founders Room (Talbot 307C) will be first come, first served. Additional attendees are welcome to join via Zoom.
Global Health Politics Workshop: Epidemic Orientalism: Race, Capital, and the Governance of Infectious Disease with BU alum Sasha White
Thursday, December 7, 2023 | 4:00 – 5:30 pm | Online
Host: Pardee School of Global Studies
For most of the 21st century, much of the world has taken for granted our ability to fight back against pandemics and control them with little effect on day-to-day life. Until the emergence of COVID-19, few in the western world would have had any occasion to consider the histories of infectious disease control that have managed the spread of pandemic threats around the world. In Epidemic Orientalism: Race, Capital and the Governance of Infectious Disease, Prof. Alexandre White tells the story of how epidemic threats become the focus of international management, regulation and control, as well as the political, economic, and racial ideologies that have shaped international coordination to stop pandemic spread.
All-School Education Retreat | December 13th
Wednesday, December 13, 2023 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge
Host: SPH Education Office
The retreat is an opportunity for faculty and staff to come together to discuss how we define, encourage, and support excellence in teaching at SPH.
Email sphdeansoffice@bu.edu to register
School Assembly for Faculty and Staff | December 19th
Tuesday, December 19, 2023 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge and online
Host: SPH Dean’s Office
The School Assembly is a monthly convening for faculty and staff to join together and hear updates on activities and initiatives at the School.
November 2023
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | November 3rd
Friday, November 3, 2023 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health Writing Program
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
Meet the Alzheimer’s Association| November 6th
Monday, November 6, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Office of Research
The Alzheimer’s Association supports diverse research across the spectrum of dementia science, including projects that advance understanding of Alzheimer’s disease, identify new treatment strategies, improve care and support for people with dementia and their families, and further knowledge of brain health and disease prevention. Researchers supported by the Association have expertise ranging from bench research to clinical care to community health and support services.
In this workshop, Stefania Forner, PhD, director of medical and scientific relations at the Alzheimer’s Association, will present to BU researchers about the Association’s mission, funding priorities, programs, and other convening opportunities. Dr. Forner will be joined by BU’s Hugo Aparicio, MD, MPH, assistant professor of neurology and faculty lead of research at the BU Center for Antiracist Research. A recipient of a 2020 Alzheimer’s Association Research Grant, Dr. Aparicio will share application advice as well as his experience as a grantee.
Navigating your Career in the Academy: LGBTQIA+ Faculty Edition | November 6th
Monday, November 6, 2023 | 4:00 – 5:00 pm | 808 Commonwealth Ave and Online
Host: Boston University Office of Research
LGBTQIA+ faculty often face unique challenges in academia that play out in the classroom, in their research, and among colleagues. Join a panel of distinguished BU faculty for a lively discussion about strategies to successfully navigate the academy as an LGBTQIA+ scholar, including tenure and promotion processes. This program is intended for BU faculty only and will feature panelists Charles B. Chang, Associate Professor of Linguistics; Luz Lopez, Clinical Professor, Director of the MSW/MPH Dual Degree Program, and Director of the CISWH Global Health Core; Michel Anteby, Professor of Management & Organizations at the Questrom School of Business and (by courtesy) Sociology at the College of Arts and Sciences, and Dean’s Research Scholar; and Merav Opher (Moderator), Professor of Astronomy, the College of Arts & Sciences
Faculty of Color Luncheon | November 7th
Tuesday, November 7, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | 665 Commonweallth Ave
Host: Boston University Office of Diversity and Inclusion
Join us for good company, good food, and good conversation! Gather with colleagues for a mid-semester opportunity to reconnect and refresh! Lunch will be provided. Faculty and staff of color from both campuses are welcome. Boston University strives to be accessible, inclusive, and diverse in our facilities, programming and academic offerings.
Promotion Information Session for Faculty | November 9th
Thursday, November 9, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University School of Public Health Faculty Resources Office
The panel will include Dean Michael McClean, as well as three colleagues who were recently promoted (Professors Lois McCloskey, Melissa Garrido, and Alana Brennan). The goal of these sessions, offered each semester, is to clarify the process and provide guidance on the development of a strong promotion packet.
AI Info Session: AI & Learning Assessment | November 14th
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 | 11:00 – 12:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Center for Teaching and Learning
How does generative AI impact assignment design and assessment practices? Join us to explore how AI can assist with designing assessment tasks, creating rubrics, and providing feedback. We will begin with framing principles followed by examples utilized by faculty at BU and beyond.
Project Management Panel | November 14th
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 | 3:00 – 4:30 pm | 704 Commonwealth Ave
Host: Boston University Office of Research
Successful research depends on effective project management. Learn from BU faculty (and CISS affiliates) how to organize your research, effectively engage student research assistants, coordinate with collaborators, decide on authorship and more on Tuesday, November 14th, 2023 from 3:00-4:30 pm. The presentation will be followed by audience Q&A. The workshop is intended for faculty, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows; expert panelists will offer insights from quantitative and qualitative research projects.
On Rotation: Deepen Your Impact through Temporary Government Service | November 15th
Wednesday, November 15, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Office of Research
Hear from BU professors who have taken on temporary positions in federal agencies, ranging from the White House to the US Department of Health and Human Services. Learn about their motivations and experiences, what they learned about BU’s approval process for faculty considering this type of position, how their rotations influenced their research agendas, and more.
FDD Seminars: How to Make Meetings Work for You | November 28th
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus Faculty Development and Diversity
Hear from BU professors who have taken on temporary positions in federal agencies, ranging from the White House to the US Department of Health and Human Services. Learn about their motivations and experiences, what they learned about BU’s approval process for faculty considering this type of position, how their rotations influenced their research agendas, and more.
October 2023
Faculty and Staff Writing Community | October 6th
Friday, October 6, 2023 | 11:00am – 12:15pm | Online
Host: Boston University School of Public Health Writing Program
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
Workshop: The Implications of Generative AI (ChatGPT) in Education | October 6th
Friday, October 6, 2023 | 1:00 – 3:00pm | Online
Host: Boston University Office of Research
Have you wondered how generative AI is going to change the face of education? Join us for the AI and Education Workshop to explore the practical implications of generative AI and language models like ChatGPT in education. Engage in discussions, share experiences, and brainstorm ideas for leveraging AI in teaching and learning.
Meet the American Association for Cancer Research | October 11th
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00pm | Online
Host: Boston University Office of Research
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is the first and largest research organization dedicated to accelerating the cure and eradication of the disease. Through its programs and services, the AACR fosters research in cancer and related biomedical science; accelerates the dissemination of new research findings among scientists and others dedicated to preventing and curing cancer; promotes science education and training; and advances the understanding of cancer etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment throughout the world. In this workshop, Judy Quong, PhD, director of scientific research and grants administration at AACR, will present and lead a discussion with BU’s Dennis Jones, recent AACR grantee and assistant professor of pathology and laboratory medicine at the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine.
FDD Seminars: Expanding your funding portfolio: effectively engaging private organizational funders | October 12th
Thursday, October 12, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus Faculty Development and Diversity
Facilitators: David Gillerman and Katharine Canfield, Senior Directors, Foundation Relations, Julia Huntsman, Director, Proposal Development Federal funders such as NIH are an understandable focus for most faculty members. Yet private funding has increased dramatically in the last decade. Typically ranging from 6 to 7 figures, grants from foundations offer opportunities to conduct bold, riskier research; establish proof of concept; and pilot projects that lead to larger awards. This session, which is appropriate for faculty at all levels, will cover how to identify potential funders, connect with program officers and directors, and submit compelling, competitive LOIs and proposals that comply with BU’s policies and procedures. Participants will come away with a better understanding of how private funders work as well as teams that are here to support them in securing funding.
Teaching and Learning at SPH: Advisor Registration Prep | October 16th
Monday, October 16, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00pm | Board Room and Online
Host: Boston University School of Public Health
Come join our next Teaching and Learning session where we will focus on what advisors will need to know in preparation for Spring 2024 registration. Please come with any advising questions you may have! This event is intended for SPH faculty and staff.
LGBTQIA+ Faculty & Staff Luncheon | October 24th
Tuesday, October 24, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:30pm | 4th Floor Hillel, 213 Bay State Road
Host: Boston University Office of Diversity and Inclusion
Join us for good company, good food, and good conversation! Gather with LGBTQIA+ faculty and staff colleagues for a mid-semester opportunity to reconnect and refresh! Lunch will be provided. LGBTQIA+-identifying faculty and staff from all campuses are welcome. Boston University strives to be accessible, inclusive, and diverse in our facilities, programming and academic offerings. Your experience in this event is important to us. If you have a disability (including but not limited to learning or attention, mental health, concussion, vision, mobility, hearing, physical or other health related), require communication access services for the deaf or hard of hearing, or believe that you require a reasonable accommodation for another reason please contact BU Diversity & Inclusion at odi@bu.edu by Monday, October 9, 2023, to discuss your needs.
Workshop: Growth Mindset | October 26th
Thursday, October 26, 2023 | 10:00 – 11:30 am or 3:00 – 4:30pm | Online
Host: Boston University Organizational Development and Learning
In this course you will learn skills using practical tools to help develop a growth mindset.
What the X? How to Make the Most of Social Media to Promote your Research in 2023 | October 26th
Thursday, October 26, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm| Online
Host: Boston University Organizational Development and Learning
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the rapid evolution of social media and wondering where to best invest your time and energy as a researcher? The digital realm is constantly shifting. The bird has flown, Mastodon is intriguing but complex, Bluesky is still in its Beta phase, and Instagram has unveiled “Threads.” It’s a dynamic landscape, and researchers are often left wondering where to focus their online presence.
Join Suzanne Whitby, founder of SciComm Success, for a 90-minute workshop on the evolving world of strategic communication in the digital era. Participants will explore:
- The Current Social Media Landscape: Familiarize yourself with platforms and their key audiences.
- Success Stories: Learn from other researchers who have found success about how to make the most of online tools.
- Strategic Thinking: Gain insights on how to allocate your time and resources to maximize your impact.
- Productivity Tools: Discover a range of free tools that can boost your efficiency across platforms.
- The Role of AI Technologies: Explore how artificial intelligence can further enhance your efforts to promote your work.
September 2023
NEPHTC Webinar: Connecting Compassion and Technology: How Website Accessibility Boosts Visibility and Search Engine Optimization | September 7th
Thursday, September 7, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: New England Public Health Training Center
Discover the basics of website accessibility and Search Engine Optimization (SEO) as Dr. Amanda Diver, a Physical Therapist turned website developer, shares expert insights and practical strategies in this webinar. Amanda will guide attendees to identify areas for improvement and implement effective strategies to enhance compliance and search engine rankings.
Population Health and Data Science Poster Session & Reception | September 7th
Thursday, September 7, 2023 | 3:00 – 5:00 pm | BUMC Hiebert Lounge
Host: Boston University Office of Research
About: Data science gives us immense potential to draw meaningful new insights from massive data sources that can shape healthcare practice, policies, and ultimately our understanding of the world. There is a multitude of health data science research occurring across Boston University. The goal of this event is to bring together students, faculty, and research scientists engaged in health data science from various disciplines across BU. We will feature innovative data science research from a wide range of health applications. This event is open to the entire BU community. Please join us to learn more about health data science research throughout BU and meet research teams from across the university. A reception will accompany the poster session. Note we are no longer accepting poster submissions.
Co-sponsors: Co-sponsors: The SPH Population Health Data Science Program, the Hariri Institute for Computing and Computational Science & Engineering, the SPH Department of Biostatistics, and the Providence/Boston Center for AIDS Research (CFAR)
Introduction to Piazza | September 14th
Thursday, September 14, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Information Services & Technology
Piazza is an online platform that facilitates interaction among students and instructors in an efficient and intuitive manner. On Piazza, students can ask questions, and instructors and fellow classmates can answer. Instructors can allow students to participate anonymously, to encourage participation. At the time of posting a new question, students can select whether they want their question to be public (for the rest of the class to see), or private (for only instructors to see). Instructors can make public questions private and vice versa.
Piazza is also collaboration based: a student can edit another student’s question, as well as the collaborative students’ answer (note the position of the apostrophe). An instructor can edit a student’s question, the collaborative instructors’ answer, as well as the collaborative students’ answer. Questions also have a separate follow-up discussion section where follow on questions can be hashed out in a more unstructured manner as a thread. Follow-up discussions are initially marked as unresolved and can be marked as resolved by anyone who thinks the follow-up has been addressed.
Please note: This hands-on workshop is open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses. Students are not permitted unless by the request of a faculty member.
*Registrants will receive a Zoom link within 24-48 hours of the scheduled session.
Teaching & Learning at SPH: Blackboard Ally | September 19th
Tuesday, September 19, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Board Room (TLB 302C) and Online
Host: BUSPH Teaching and Learning
Blackboard Ally is BU’s new tool supporting inclusion and accessibility, which allows students to download course materials in alternative formats like audio, HTML, and electronic braille. Ally focuses on digital accessibility for students, seamlessly integrating with Blackboard courses. Ally will be included in all Blackboard courses created after July 2023 unless specified otherwise. The Education Office invites SPH instructors, educational staff, and teaching assistants to join us for a demonstration and Q&A of this important new tool. Register at the link to receive Zoom details.
LGBTQIA+ Faculty Welcome Back Reception | September 19th
Tuesday, September 19, 2023 | 4:30 – 6:00 pm | CDS, 665 Commonwealth Ave, Boston (Rm. 1750)
Host: Boston University Office of Diversity and Inclusion
Welcome (back) to campus! Please join BU Diversity & Inclusion and the LGBTQIA+ Center for Faculty & Staff to connect with faculty colleagues old and new on Tuesday, September 19 from 4:30 – 6pm on the 17th floor of the new Computer & Data Sciences Building. This social is intended for those faculty who identify as members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be served. Boston University strives to be accessible, inclusive, and diverse in our facilities, programming and academic offerings. Your experience in this event is important to us. If you have a disability (including but not limited to learning or attention, mental health, concussion, vision, mobility, hearing, physical or other health related), require communication access services for the deaf or hard of hearing, or believe that you require a reasonable accommodation for another reason please contact BU Diversity & Inclusion at odi@bu.edu by Monday, September 4, 2023, to discuss your needs.
Health Data Science Distinguished Speaker: Dr. Roger Peng, University of Texas, Austin | September 21st
Thursday, September 21, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | BUMC Hiebert Lounge or Online
Host: Boston University Office of Research
Talk Title: Principles for Designing Complex Data Analyses
Abstract: Data analyses have grown more complex over time in part due to tremendous advances in data collec-tion, measurement technologu, and computational power. These advances have allowed us to measure the world in ever greater detail and apply complex models from which we can learn about the underlying phenomena being studied. However, the unrestricted and undisciplined analuses of complex datasets has led to a proliferation of non-repro-ducible findings. As the data science revolution continues forward and touches all areas of society, we propose that there is a need to specify the craft of data analysis in more formal terms. Some benefits of formalizing the data analysis process include the development of novel metrics of data analysis quality, the articulation of principles for analytic design, and the ability to scale the teaching of data analysis to large audiences. We will present a theoretical framework for the analutic process and describe its potential for improving the quality of data analysis.
Conversation on HIV/AIDS with MK Czerwiec | September 26th
Tuesday, September 26, 2023 | 4:00 – 5:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Alumni Medical Library
Join us on Zoom for a conversation on HIV/AIDS and Graphic Medicine with MK Czerwiec! MK Czerwiec will discuss how her work as a nurse on a dedicated HIV/AIDS care unit directly led her to the field of graphic medicine, and why comics are the perfect medium for sharing the story of this global epidemic in her book Taking Turns: Stories of HIV/AIDS Care Unit 371. About the author: MK Czerwiec (sir-wick) is a nurse, cartoonist, educator, and co-founder of the field of Graphic Medicine.
Workshop: Difficult Conversations | September 28th
Thursday, September 28, 2023 | 10:00 – 11:30 am or 3:00 – 4:30pm | Online
Host: Boston University Organizational Development and Learning
In this course you will learn skills using practical tools to help ensure your difficult conversations are effective.
Faculty of Color Welcome Back Reception | September 28th
Thursday, September 28, 2023 | 4:30 – 6:00 pm | CILSE, 610 Commonwealth Ave, Boston (Lobby)
Host: Boston University Office of Diversity and Inclusion
Welcome (back) to campus! Please join BU Diversity & Inclusion to connect with faculty colleagues old and new on Thursday, September 28 from 4:30 – 6pm in the lobby of the Center for Integrated Life Sciences and Engineering (CILSE) building. This social is intended for those faculty who identify with a marginalized racial identity. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be served. Boston University strives to be accessible, inclusive, and diverse in our facilities, programming and academic offerings. Your experience in this event is important to us. If you have a disability (including but not limited to learning or attention, mental health, concussion, vision, mobility, hearing, physical or other health related), require communication access services for the deaf or hard of hearing, or believe that you require a reasonable accommodation for another reason please contact BU Diversity & Inclusion at odi@bu.edu by Monday, August 28, 2023, to discuss your needs.
May 2023
Research on Tap: Neuroscience to Data Science and Back | May 2nd
Tuesday, May 2, 2023 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm | 610 Commonwealth Ave or Online
Host: Boston University Office of Research
The human brain has 100 billion neurons and 100 trillion synaptic connections. Making sense of the all the information being processed is one of the greatest challenges in neuroscience. To truly understand the brain, we need to harness the tools and methods of data science, including new computational, statistical, and analytical approaches. Furthermore, the relationship between these two academic disciplines is mutually beneficial. The human brain has the ability to analyze and interpret data more efficiently and elegantly than current data science approaches allow. The algorithms underlying our biological intelligence have potential for demystifying complex data sets across fields, and have already led to the development of artificial neural networks and machine learning algorithms with broad applications. This Research on Tap will bring together faculty from across BU presenting cutting edge research in neuroscience and data science, and exploring how these fields are rapidly evolving—hand-in-hand.
Find Funding for Early-Career Scientists: Meet The Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation | May 4th
Thursday, May 4, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Office of Research
The Beckman Foundation supports breakthroughs in life sciences and chemistry – in particular, the invention of methods, instruments, and materials – by young scientists. This Zoom webinar will feature two of the foundation’s signature programs, one for assistant professors within four years of independence who have not yet received a major external grant and one for postdocs. Anne Hultgren, PhD, Executive Director and CEO of the Arnold & Mabel Beckman Foundation, and Nicole Patras, Program Officer for the Young Investigator Program, will present detailed information about the above programs. They will be joined by BU’s Hadi Nia, PhD, Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering and a 2022 Beckman Young Investigator, who will share his experience as an applicant and awardee.
FDD Seminars: Narrative Writing Workshop | May 4th
Thursday, May 4, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus Faculty Development and Diversity
This session will provide faculty with the opportunity to develop narrative skills and gain confidence through in-class reflective writing. Such narrative training fosters writing skills and can help participants share stories of their professional work with a broader audience. CME Credit is offered to all participants!
Provost Workshop on Accessibility: Transforming BUMC’s Culture Around Disability for Faculty and Staff | May 4th
Thursday, May 4, 2023 | 3:00 – 5:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus Faculty Development and Diversity
This session will provide faculty with the opportunity to develop narrative skills and gain confidence through in-class reflective writing. Such narrative training fosters writing skills and can help participants share stories of their professional work with a broader audience. CME Credit is offered to all participants!
How to Write an Outstanding Book Proposal with Laura Portwood Stacer, PhD | May 9th
Tuesday, May 9, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:30 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
This workshop will acquaint prospective authors with the key components of the scholarly book proposal, highlight common mistakes that first-time (and experienced!) authors make, and offer concrete tips on how to make your proposal stand out in the sea of submissions at your dream publisher. Even if you have written successful book proposals before, you will learn new information to take your future projects to the next level. Register using the Google Form below.
Introduction to BlackBoard Ally | May 16th
Tuesday, May 16, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Information Technology
Presenter: Chihsun Chiu, Digital Learning and Innovation – Educational Technologists
Narrative Writing | May 18th
Thursday, May 18, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus
Facilitators: Jennifer Beard & Sarah Wingerter
April 2023
How to Write a Teaching Statement | April 4th
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 | 11:00 – 12:00 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
The Teaching Statement is a description of your teaching philosophy, accomplishments, and a discussion of potential of your teaching for the future. It is a common part of academic job applications that allows you to share how enthusiastic you are about your teaching and how you envision your growth as an educator. During this one hour workshop, you will learn about the main purpose and contents of a teaching philosophy statement, and will get tips about how to format, organize, write and revise your teaching statements.
Introduction to Blackboard Ultra | April 5th
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm
Host: BU Information Services & Technology
May 2020 upgrade to the Ultra Base Navigation, faculty now have the option to adopt the Ultra Course View. Individual courses can either be presented in the Original format or the new Ultra format. instructors may choose which format they would like to utilize for the online resources of their course. This training is dedicated to provide an overview of the Blackboard Ultra, show differences between the two formats, and demonstrate how to create basic contents/settings in Ultra format. Please note: This hands-on workshop is open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses. Students are not permitted unless by the request of a faculty member.
Register Here
Learning and Action Workshops: Implicit Bias and Microaggressions | April 5th
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 | 9:00 – 11:00 am
Host: BU Diversity and Inclusion
We tend to think of biases as conscious attitudes that are intentional, malicious, and easy to see. But most of the bias that occurs inside us and around us is unconscious, or implicit – learned assumptions that our brains leap to automatically, influencing our actions in ways that go against our consciously stated values. When these actions cause harm to others, we call them microaggressions. In this workshop, we will explore the ways that bias and microaggressions show up in ourselves, in society, and in the workplace. Participants will learn to identify forms of implicit bias and the various “-isms” they reflect. We will also work to understand the unintentional but very real harm of microaggressions and begin to develop the muscles and skills needed to name, interrupt and take responsibility for them. Lastly, participants will identify actionable ways they can bring the knowledge co-created in the workshop into their own spaces at BU and beyond. Register Here
Finding Funding in the Sciences: Meet the Pew Charitable Trusts | April 5th
Host: Office of Research
The Pew Charitable Trusts uses data to make a difference and supports the public interest through research, technical assistance, and strong partnerships to advance powerful, positive change. The Office of Research and BU Foundation Relations will present a workshop to help acquaint BU researchers with the Pew Trust’s principal funding areas and foundation’s protocols, including around the Pew Scholars Program in the Biomedical Sciences, the Pew Latin American Fellows Program in the Biomedical Sciences, and the Pew-Stewart Scholars Program for Cancer Research.
Building Successful Collaborative Relationships with Policymakers | April 11th
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | Kilachand Center, 610 Commonwealth Avenue, Colloquium Room
Host: BU Federal Relations
How can faculty share their research findings in a way that successfully influences policy? Join Adam Seth Levine for an in-person workshop on how scholars can develop effective, collaborative relationships with policymakers. Dr. Levine will present new research on why these relationships require effort and intentionality to cultivate, and evidence-based best practices for scholars who are seeking to forge new connections. Dr. Levine is a co-founder and president of research4impact, an organization helping to create collaborative relationships so experts from diverse fields can learn from each other, with an emphasis on people working to understand and solve complex social problems. Dr. Levine is also the SNF Agora Associate Professor of Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
How to Write a Diversity Statement | April 11th
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 | 11:00 – 12:00 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
This workshop will guide participants through the process of crafting a compelling diversity statement for a faculty job application. Participants will learn about the importance of diversity in academic settings, the different components of a diversity statement, and strategies for effectively communicating their experiences and perspectives related to diversity. Through interactive exercises participants will leave the workshop with a solid understanding of how to effectively showcase their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their job application.
Learning and Action Workshops: Race, Racism, and Antiracism | April 12th
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 | 9:00 – 11:00 am
Host: BU Diversity and Inclusion
Asian, Black, Brown, Latinx, Native American, White – where do these uniquely American categories of race come from? How did Irish and Italian immigrants to the US, who were not considered white, acquire whiteness over time? How do racism and its impacts hurt all of us, regardless of race? And how can we begin to imagine ourselves as antiracists, actively working to oppose the policies, behaviors, and beliefs that perpetuate racism? In this workshop, we will examine key concepts in race and racism and learn how racism manifests and functions in our society. Participants will learn to identify dimensions of racism, develop skills needed to interrupt racist harm, and explore how to be anti-racist in daily life.
How to Manage Up | April 13th
Thursday, April 13, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus
Facilitator: David Greer, Manju Subramanian, Katherine Gergen-Barnett, Sushrut Waikar, Vincent Smith & Aviva Lee-Parritz
Media Tips: Strategies to Mitigate Risk Before, During, and After Interviews | April 13th
Thursday, April 13, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:30 pm | Online
Host: BU Public Relations
Join Meredith Drosback and Tori Fosheim from SciLine for a remote, interactive workshop to learn how scientists and researchers can play an active role in accurate science reporting. Over the course of 90 minutes, the presentation will cover:
- Similarities and differences between the professional roles of reporters and scientists
- Steps scientists and researchers can take before an interview to decide whether to talk to a reporter and how to prepare
- Advice for what to do during the interview—including how to pivot when faced with questions or topics interviewees don’t want to discuss
- Post-interview strategies to prevent or address factual errors in a story
In addition to a follow-up audience Q&A, the presenters will also set aside time for a facilitated discussion with attendees about their own experiences in working with reporters, highlighting what’s gone well, what hasn’t, and the top takeaways.
Meredith Drosback is SciLine’s Deputy Director for Science. She serves as the lead science adviser for SciLine’s services and manages the team tasked with liaising with the scientific community day-to-day. Prior to this role, Meredith spent six years working in science policy for the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee. Tori Fosheim is SciLine’s Scientific Outreach Manager. In her role, she hones her passion for making science accessible, relevant, and interesting for all audiences. Tori received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of South Carolina and a PhD in the neuroscience of mental disorders from the University of Minnesota.
Job Documents feedback Session | April 18th
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 | 11:00 – 12:00 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
This peer-review session will provide participants with the opportunity to work with peers in their discipline to review each others’ job documents including CVs, Resumes, Teaching and Diversity Statements. PDPA staff members will facilitate and will be available to provide additional guidance and answer questions.
Consult Session on Key Messages, Interview Prep, and Media Follow Up | April 18th
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | Online
Host: BU Public Relations
Interested in a personalized consult to discuss a specific question or media opportunity? Schedule a 30-minute consultation with SciLine team to discuss your goals and priorities. The team can lead participants through a comprehensive approach to risk assessment and management for media interviews.
If you are unable to make the workshop on April 13, you are still welcome to sign up for a consultation. Remote office hours are open to all faculty and researchers. Due to demand, the sessions are not open to students.
Please email pr@bu.edu for scheduling information.
Learning and Action Workshops: Inclusive Learning Spaces | April 19th
Wednesday, April 19, 2023 | 9:00 – 11:00 am
Host: BU Diversity and Inclusion
How do we create more inclusive learning spaces? What does Inclusive Teaching look like in physical spaces? What does it look like in digital spaces? Designed for Faculty and Staff who supports Learning Spaces activities, this workshop will explore key D& I terms, concepts, and pedagogical approaches in Inclusive Learning Spaces, from classroom climate to the tone of a syllabus to the integration of information technology in digital learning spaces. Through these, participants will develop new practices in advancing inclusion, innovation, and problem-based learning with students. This workshop is held in partnership with the Inclusive Pedagogy Initiative and the Shipley Center for Digital Learning & Innovation.
Consult Session on Key Messages, Interview Prep, and Media Follow Up | April 19th
Wednesday, April 19, 2023 |11:00 – 12:00 pm | Online
Host: BU Public Relations
Interested in a personalized consult to discuss a specific question or media opportunity? Schedule a 30-minute consultation with SciLine team to discuss your goals and priorities. The team can lead participants through a comprehensive approach to risk assessment and management for media interviews.
If you are unable to make the workshop on April 13, you are still welcome to sign up for a consultation. Remote office hours are open to all faculty and researchers. Due to demand, the sessions are not open to students.
Please email pr@bu.edu for scheduling information.
Teaching and Learning at SPH | April 20th
Thursday, April 20, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Board Room (302C) and Online
Host: School of Public Health
This event is intended for SPH Faculty and Staff only. Please register at the Google form linked below.
Community-Engaged Research to Advance Health Equity: Co-creating Knowledge through Research | April 20th
Thursday, April 20, 2023 | 3:00 – 5:00 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
Are you eager to advance social justice and health equity? Are you wondering how to address sponsors’ requests to describe your plans for engaging community in research? This workshop will describe what it takes to shift power to community through research.
March 2023
Narratives and Experiences from the Field: Contesting Power and Oppression in Community-Based Participatory Research Collaborations | March 2nd
Thursday, March 2, 2023 | 2:30 – 4:00 pm | Online
Host: BU URBAN Program
Drawing from relevant community-based participatory research research (CBPR), literature, and experiences from the field, this workshop will introduce key historical moments, theoretical frameworks, and applications of CBPR. Using multimedia, experiential learning, and critical self-reflexive approaches, this hybrid workshop will engage graduate students, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders in a collective community of learning to gain critical consciousness of power configurations, ethical commitments, and specific strategies to redefine and promote equity and justice within transdisciplinary community-based research collaborations.
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | March 3rd
Friday, March 3, 2023 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
Create & Publish a Course Research Journal using Adobe InDesign | March 3rd
Friday, March 3, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: Information Services & Technology
In this 75 min hands-on workshop, participants are given an InDesign template, which scaffolds their introduction to a professional design tool and gives them a jumping-off point for designing their article.
We will cover:
- File management
- Template tour and layouts
- Setting and editing title page and spread.
- Placing text and images in a frame
- Applying text styles,
- Formatting text and paragraph alignment
- Color Theme Tool and swatches.
- Export to PDF and publish
The example shown is an article for a popular science magazine, but the sample template can be adapted to any magazine or journal that makes sense in your course or discipline. Participants can feel free to bring their own articles and images to work with.
Find a Collaborator: Tools for Making Research Connections at Boston University | March 14th
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
Featuring Joe Farmer, Program Manager and Data Analyst
In our rapidly changing world, the problems we face often require creative input from a team of experts that span disciplines. A collaborative and interdisciplinary approach can strengthen research and scholarship, enabling new knowledge and real-world solutions. Yet finding potential collaborators remains a challenging and time-consuming process.
To support faculty in this critical effort, Boston University offers a suite of tools to help you identify collaborators for your research. In this virtual workshop, Joe Farmer, Program Manager and Data Analyst in the Office of Research, will provide an overview of available databases, including SciVal, Dimensions, BU Experts, and BU Profiles, as well as techniques for using these tools to find potential collaborators and identify the expertise of other faculty at Boston University.
This workshop will provide an overview of databases available for identifying potential collaborators. Researchers interested in networking are encouraged to attend our Research on Tap events, held in-person on BU’s campus several times each semester.
This workshop will provide an overview of databases available for identifying potential collaborators. Researchers interested in networking are encouraged to attend our Research on Tap events, held in-person on BU’s campus several times each semester. Doctoral students with research or mentorship questions can reach out to gradpd@bu.edu and postdocs with research or mentorship questions can reach out to postdocs@bu.edu.
Research on Tap: Safety, Justice, and Health in US Cities | March 15th
Wednesday, March 15, 2023 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm | Kilachand Center, 610 Commonwealth Avenue, Colloquium Room
Host: Co-sponsored by the Office of Research and the Initiatives on Cities
Community violence and the criminal justice system are gaining recognition as important determinants of health. Emerging literature demonstrates that these factors influence health not only directly (e.g., injuries from gun violence, police brutality) but also indirectly (e.g., the impacts of conflicts with law enforcement and incarceration on mental and prenatal health). As cities and political leaders consider criminal justice reform and violence prevention, research is having a direct impact on this national conversation.
This Research on Tap event will highlight multidisciplinary research at BU to expose links between safety, justice, and health in US cities and explore solutions through community-based and policy-engaged work.
Teaching and Learning at SPH | March 20th
Monday, March 20, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Board Room (302C) and Online
Host: School of Public Health
This event is intended for SPH Faculty and Staff only. Please register at the Google form linked below.
Discussion Board, Blogs, Journals and Wikis in Blackboard Original | March 21st
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: Information Services & Technology
Want to enhance student collaboration in the classroom? Then come learn how to incorporate discussion boards, blogs, journals, and wikis into your Blackboard Learn course. Participants can expect to learn how they can use these tools in their course, how students submit their entries, and how you can grade them on what they post.
Please note: This hands-on workshop is open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses. Students are not permitted unless by the request of a faculty member.
Introduction to Turnitin Assignments in Blackboard & Turnitin Feedback Studio | March 21st
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:30 pm | Online
Host: Information Services & Technology
Faculty can use Turnitin to make the process of detecting plagiarism easier and grading papers online more efficient.
This hands-on workshop will be open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses.
Research on Tap: Environmental Cultures, Power, and Equity | March 22nd
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm | Kilachand Center, 610 Commonwealth Avenue, Colloquium Room
Host: Office of Research
Hosts: Caterina Scaramelli, Research Assistant Professor, Anthropology and Earth & Environment, and Cutler Cleveland, Professor, Earth & Environment and Associate Director of the Institute for Global Sustainability
Scholarly and policy work to attain environmental, energy, and climate justice is often rooted in present-day solutions and new technologies, and in a regional focus on the Global North. However, these approaches can lack important historical context about governance, culture, and religion that is essential to effectively responding to climate change.
In this Research on Tap, we will have an interdisciplinary conversation with experts in the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences. Presenters will share research on how humans have inhabited, crafted meaning around and dealt with power and inequity in their environments. Additionally, we will explore how we now grapple the design and implementation of technological and social systems that sustain human well-being with equitable and effective responses to climate change.
Press Outreach Workshop for Faculty and Researchers | March 28th
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 | 1:00 – 1:45 pm | Crosstown 305 or Online
Host: School of Public Health
We invite faculty and researchers to join the MarCom team for coffee and snacks, as well as an open conversation about how to publicize your research. We’ll share some insights, best practices, and recent examples of SPH success stories, and leave ample time to brainstorm how to promote your upcoming research or projects.
Learning and Action Workshops: Neurodiversity | March 29th
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | 9:00 – 11:00 am
Host: BU Diversity and Inclusion
What does neurodiversity mean? How can we understand neurodiversity as both a field of research and a social justice movement? And how can we all benefit from abandoning traditional ideas about “right” and “wrong” ways of thinking and learning? In this workshop, we will explore the term neurodiversity, its history, and different types of neurodivergence. We will also explore best practices for supporting neurodivergent people in the workspace and fostering inclusion of divergence across the BU community and beyond. This workshop is held in partnership with the BU Disability and Access Services (DAS).
Register Here
February 2023
A Deeper Dive into SciVal: Data and Metrics | Feburary 1st
Wednesday, February 1, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
Featuring Joe Farmer, Program Manager and Data Analyst
There is growing impetus throughout higher education to incorporate data into decision making. One focus is the growing availability of bibliometrics, or the collection and analysis of data about books, articles, and other publications. SciVal, one of the leading sources of bibliometric data for academic institutions, is available for free to all BU faculty and staff.
Join the Office of Research for a deeper look into the various metrics and tools available in the SciVal database. The workshop will cover the publication data available for an individual and institution, the use of media and patent information in SciVal, filtering options, and strategies for comparative use of SciVal. This session is primarily intended for users with a basic working knowledge of the SciVal database (available in the Intro to SciVal workshop), but all are welcome to attend.
Employee Training Series: Negotiating and Advocating | February 2nd
Thursday, February 2, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:30 pm | Talbot Board Room (302C)
Host: School of Public Health
Please note that participants do not need to commit to attending all sessions. These sessions are all interactive in nature, and they will offer structured leadership and professional development experiences aimed at enhancing competencies so participants are best positioned to support teams they supervise or to excel both as an individual contributor or as part of a team. The intent is to foster greater community building by providing solid management and individual contributor foundations, leading to a collaborative environment that engenders integrity and wisdom of leadership.
Once completed, a training record will be reflected in each participant’s Terrier eDevelopment profile. Additionally, participants will receive access to a Teams channel containing all training-related materials.
We look forward to your participation. If you wish to register for any of the sessions, or the full series, please email Melanie Gilreath Chaisson at gilreath@bu.edu by Friday, January 13.
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | February 3rd
Friday, February 3, 2023 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
Developing Plans to Promote Equitable and Inclusive Research | February 7th
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
Featuring Sarah Hokanson, Assistant Vice President and Assistant Provost for Research Development and PhD & Postdoctoral Affairs
Federal funders, including the Department of Energy, are now asking principal investigators to describe their plans for making their funded research more diverse, equitable, and inclusive. The complexity and detail required of these plans often increases with the size of the research team supported by an award.
In this workshop, we will review strategies for writing a comprehensive plan for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and also share examples across disciplines of how research groups at Boston University are incorporating these concepts into their work.
Strategic Directions Workshop: Climate, the Planet, and Health | February 8th
Wednesday, February 8, 2023 | 3:00 – 5:00 pm | INS 212/214
Host: School of Public Health
Learn more about the exciting ongoing work around the climate, the planet, and health strategic direction and foster interdisciplinary collaborations. The workshop will highlight innovative work from across our Think. Teach. Do. pillars from faculty within SPH and across the university.
Employee Training Series: Managing Up | February 9th
Thursday, February 9, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Talbot Board Room (302C)
Host: School of Public Health
Please note that participants do not need to commit to attending all sessions. These sessions are all interactive in nature, and they will offer structured leadership and professional development experiences aimed at enhancing competencies so participants are best positioned to support teams they supervise or to excel both as an individual contributor or as part of a team. The intent is to foster greater community building by providing solid management and individual contributor foundations, leading to a collaborative environment that engenders integrity and wisdom of leadership.
Once completed, a training record will be reflected in each participant’s Terrier eDevelopment profile. Additionally, participants will receive access to a Teams channel containing all training-related materials.
We look forward to your participation. If you wish to register for any of the sessions, or the full series, please email Melanie Gilreath Chaisson at gilreath@bu.edu by Friday, January 13.
Documenting Our Commitment: DEIA Statements | February 15th
Wednesday, February 15, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus
Facilitator: Emelia Benjamin
This session, led by Emelia Benjamin, MD, ScM, Associate Provost of Faculty Development at BUMC, will examine the new Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility (DEIA) page on the BU Profiles. Participants will receive tips on how to write diversity statements and how to incorporate their DEIA work on their CVs and BU Profiles.
Learn to Use the Dimensions Database | February 15th
Wednesday, February 15, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
- Map out and analyze the research landscape; see relationships between researchers, publications, patents, grants, and policy documents, allowing users to see the whole research lifecycle as well as examine any one point in great detail
- Identify emerging trends and pinpoint underrepresented areas of research
- Find sources of funding
- Decide where to publish your research findings
- Compare journals, funders, authors, and research institutions
Join this webinar to learn the basics of the Dimensions database, its contents, and how to use the tool. Participants can expect to leave this workshop with a foundational understanding of how to access and use the Dimensions database, as well as practical ideas for incorporating this tool into their work.
Teaching and Learning at SPH | February 16th
Thursday, February 16, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Board Room (TLB 302C) and Online
Host: School of Public Health
This event is intended for SPH Faculty and Staff only. Please register at the Google form linked below.
Guide to Op-Eds: How to Improve your Writing, Editing, and Pitching | February 16th
Thursday, February 16, 2023 | 3:00 – 4:30 pm | Online
Host: BU Public Relations
How can I improve my op-ed? What should I write about? Which outlets should I pitch? For answers to these questions and more, join Dominik Doemer and Madana Mohsenzadegan from Scholars Strategy Network (SSN) for a remote, interactive workshop to learn how to write and pitch compelling, research-based op-eds.
Specifically, attendees will learn more about:
- Crafting a good lead
- Identifying and incorporating timely news hooks
- Signaling their unique and relevant expertise
- Structuring op-eds for maximum impact
- Pitching to different media outlets
Dominik Doemer is Scholars Strategy Network’s Director of Communications. He leads SSN’s communications team’s media work with over 1,600 members and oversees SSN’s organizational communications strategy. In his day to day, Dominik helps researchers connect with the media, write opinion pieces for popular outlets, and develop a media strategy for their work. Madana Mohsenzadegan is SSN’s Communications Associate. In her role, she provides op-ed editing and pitching support to scholars, facilitates workshops, and directs SSN’s No Jargon podcast.
If you have any questions about the upcoming workshop, please reach out to pr@bu.edu.
Strategic Directions Workshop: Cities and Health | February 16th
Thursday, February 16, 2023 | 3:00 – 5:00 pm | INS 212/214
Host: School of Public Health
Learn more about the exciting ongoing work around the cities and health strategic direction and foster interdisciplinary collaborations. The workshop will highlight innovative work from across our Think. Teach. Do. pillars from faculty within SPH and across the university.
Press Outreach Workshop for Faculty and Researchers | February 27th
Monday, February 27, 2023 | 1:00 – 1:45 pm | Talbot 307C
Host: School of Public Health
We invite faculty and researchers to join the MarCom team for coffee and snacks, as well as an open conversation about how to publicize your research. We’ll share some insights, best practices, and recent examples of SPH success stories, and leave ample time to brainstorm how to promote your upcoming research or projects.
Transforming Teaming: Designing More Equitable and Effective Teamwork | February 28th
Tuesday, February 28, 2023 | 3:30 – 5:00 pm | 665 Commonwealth Ave, CCDS1750
Host: BU Center for Teaching and Learning
Join Geoffrey Pfeifer and Elisabeth Stoddard for an interactive workshop on enabling more equitable teamwork for students. This program is sponsored by the BU Cross-College Challenge (XCC), the College of General Studies (CGS), and the Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL).
January 2023
Discussion Board, Blogs, Journals and Wikis in Blackboard Original | January 24th
Tuesday, January 24, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
Want to enhance student collaboration in the classroom? Then come learn how to incorporate discussion board, blogs, journals and wikis into your Blackboard Learn course. Participants can expect to learn how they can use these tools in their course, how students submit their entries and how you can grades them on what they post.
Please note: This hands-on workshop is open to all faculty and acedmic staff from both campuses. Students are not permitted unless by the request of a faculty member.
*Registrants will receive a Zoom link within 24-48 hours of the scheduled session.
Sustainability Research Grant Information Session | January 24th
Tuesday, January 24, 2023 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
The Boston University Institute for Global Sustainability (IGS) is seeking faculty proposals for its inaugural Sustainability Research Grant (SRG), jointly funded by the School of Public Health (SPH) for 2023–2024 to advance the university’s research at the intersection of climate change, sustainability, public health, and equity.
Learn more about this funding opportunity from IGS Director Benjamin Sovacool and IGS Associate Director Patricia Fabian, representing SPH. We will also discuss collaboration with the IGS Visualizing Energy team to support your research. Attendee Q&A to follow.
For additional details about how to apply, visit bu.edu/igs/srg.
Grade Center in Blackboard Original | January 25th
Wednesday, January 25, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
This session will focus completely on the Grade Center functionality and is fully hands-on. In addition to the basics, participants can expect to learn how to weight their grades, create grading schemas and to export grades to Excel.
Please note: This hands-on workshop is open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses. Students are not permitted unless by the request of a faculty member.
*Registrants will receive a Zoom link within 24-48 hours of the scheduled session.
Managing Your Academic Identity Online | January 26th
Thursday, January 26, 2023 | 11:00 – 12:00 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
Google yourself. Like what you see? Or, would you like to work on building your online presence as an academic? This workshop will provide participants with the resources and strategies to think about how to build and manage their academic brand online, based on individual career goals. Topics covered: LinkedIn, Twitter, Personal Websites, and more.
Employee Training Series: Having Difficult Conversations | January 26th
Thursday, January 26, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Talbot Board Room (302C)
Host: School of Public Health
Please note that participants do not need to commit to attending all sessions. These sessions are all interactive in nature, and they will offer structured leadership and professional development experiences aimed at enhancing competencies so participants are best positioned to support teams they supervise or to excel both as an individual contributor or as part of a team. The intent is to foster greater community building by providing solid management and individual contributor foundations, leading to a collaborative environment that engenders integrity and wisdom of leadership.
Once completed, a training record will be reflected in each participant’s Terrier eDevelopment profile. Additionally, participants will receive access to a Teams channel containing all training-related materials.
We look forward to your participation. If you wish to register for any of the sessions, or the full series, please email Melanie Gilreath Chaisson at gilreath@bu.edu by Friday, January 13.
Blackboard Ultra - Assignments, Assessment & Rubrics| January 26th
Thursday, January 26, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
Make grading even easier with Blackboard Ultra’s Assignments, Assessment & Rubrics tool. This session will demonstrate how you can utilize the assignments & assessment tools in your course and attach a rubric to make your grading more transparent to your students. We will also cover the basics of Grade Center.
Please note: This hands-on workshop will be open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses. Students are not permitted unless by the request of a faculty member.
*Registrants will receive a Zoom link within 24-48 hours of the scheduled session.
Assignments, Assessment & Rubrics in Blackboard Original | January 19th
Thursday, January 19, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
Make grading even easier with Blackboard Original’s Assignments, Assessment & Rubrics tool. This session will demonstrate how you can utilize the assignments tool in your course and attach a rubric to make your grading more transparent to your students. We will also cover the basics of Grade Center.
Please note: This hands-on workshop will be open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses. Students are not permitted unless by the request of a faculty member.
*Registrants will receive a Zoom link within 24-48 hours of the scheduled session.
Employee Training Series: Running Effective Meetings | January 19th
Thursday, January 19, 2023 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Talbot Board Room (302C)
Host: School of Public Health
Please note that participants do not need to commit to attending all sessions. These sessions are all interactive in nature, and they will offer structured leadership and professional development experiences aimed at enhancing competencies so participants are best positioned to support teams they supervise or to excel both as an individual contributor or as part of a team. The intent is to foster greater community building by providing solid management and individual contributor foundations, leading to a collaborative environment that engenders integrity and wisdom of leadership.
Once completed, a training record will be reflected in each participant’s Terrier eDevelopment profile. Additionally, participants will receive access to a Teams channel containing all training-related materials.
We look forward to your participation. If you wish to register for any of the sessions, or the full series, please email Melanie Gilreath Chaisson at gilreath@bu.edu by Friday, January 13.
Introduction to SciVal, Bibliometrics Database | January 19th
Thursday, January 19, 2023 | 9:30 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: Office of Research
Featuring Joe Farmer, Program Manager and Data Analyst
There is growing impetus throughout higher education to incorporate data into decision making. One focus is the growing availability of bibliometrics, or the collection and analysis of data about books, articles, and other publications. SciVal, one of the leading sources of bibliometric data for academic institutions, is available for free to all BU faculty and staff.
Throughout higher education there is a growing impetus to incorporate data into decision making. One focus is the growing availability of bibliometrics, or the collection and analysis of data about books, articles, and other publications. SciVal, one of the leading sources of bibliometric data for academic institutions, is available for free to all BU faculty and staff. Join the Office of Research for an overview of SciVal, its potential applications, and a practical understanding of how to use the database.
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | January 13th
Friday, January 13, 2023 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
Introduction to Blackboard Original | January 11th
Wednesday, January 11, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
This session will focus on the basic tasks for setting up your Blackboard Learn course site. Participants can expect to get an overview of the system and to learn how create content folders, upload documents, create links, and add students to their course. This is a hands-on workshop where participants will work directly in the environment.
Please note: This hands-on workshop is open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses. Students are not permitted unless by the request of a faculty member.
*Registrants will receive a Zoom link within 24-48 hours of the scheduled session.
Introduction to Blackboard Ally | January 11th
Wednesday, January 11, 2023 | 10:00 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
Blackboard Ally focuses on digital accessibility for students, seamlessly integrating with Blackboard courses. Ally provides guidance and tips for lasting improvements to your content accessibility, and in addition automatically creates alternative versions of compatible files. Bb Ally allows students to choose the type of file (compatible files) they want that best suits their needs.
With Blackboard Ally you can:
- Automatically check course materials against WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards
- Provide students with accessible alternative formats such as audio and electronic braille
- Receive guidance and step-by-step instructions to improve accessibility of your course content
This session will provide an overview of Alternative Formats, Accessibility Scores, and Course Accessibility Report.
Please note: This hands-on workshop is open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses.
*Registrants will receive a Zoom link within 24-48 hours of the scheduled session.
Introduction to Blackboard Ultra | January 10th
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
Following the May 2020 upgrade to the Ultra Base Navigation, faculty now have the option to adopt the Ultra Course View. Individual courses can either be presented in the Original format or the new Ultra format. instructors may choose which format they would like to utilize for the online resources of their course. This training is dedicated to provide an overview of the Blackboard Ultra, show differences between the two formats, and demonstrate how to create basic contents/settings in Ultra format.
Please note: This hands-on workshop is open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses. Students are not permitted unless by the request of a faculty member.
*Registrants will receive a Zoom link within 24-48 hours of the scheduled session.
Documenting Our Commitment: DEIA Statements | January 9th
Monday, January 9, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus
Facilitator: Emelia Benjamin
This session, led by Emelia Benjamin, MD, ScM, Associate Provost of Faculty Development at BUMC, will examine the new Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility (DEIA) page on the BU Profiles. Participants will receive tips on how to write diversity statements and how to incorporate their DEIA work on their CVs and BU Profiles.
December 2022
How to start writing a grant: Pearls from the trenches | December 13th
Tuesday, December 13, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus
Facilitators: Jessica Fetterman, Amy Perlack & Elaine Lee
Management Training Series: Leveraging Communication | December 8th
Thursday, December 8, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Board Room, Talbot Building
Host: School of Public Health
Leveraging Communication is an intrinsic tool to success in management. This session will focus on how to communicate with intention, leverage information to attain team buy-in and how to minimize situations when, in the absence of adequate information, people experience concern for the unknown and develop a resistance to change. This session will focus on engaging participants to creatively establish communication channels, processes and procedures to be leveraged in motivating and empowering the team to succeed. To register, please email Melanie Gilreath Chaisson at gilreath@bu.edu.
New Course Evaluation System Overview | December 8th
Thursday, December 8, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
All instructors are welcome to join this drop-in session to review changes to the student course evaluation system, effective this Fall semester. Instructors will now have the flexibility to customize the evaluation for their course, and can use this time to ask questions or get assistance with setting up their course.
Intro to MyMedia/Kaltura | December 8th
Thursday, December 8, 2022 | 11:30 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
Learn to create, host and publish your instructional videos in Kaltura video platform
Promotion Information Session for Faculty | December 7th
Wednesday, December 7, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Founders Room (Talbot 307C)
Host: School of Public Health
The panel will include Michael McClean, as well as three of our colleagues who were recently promoted (Professors Sophie Godley, Kim Sullivan, and Tricia Janulewicz Lloyd). The goal of these sessions, offered each semester, is to clarify the process and provide guidance on the development of a strong promotion packet.
Faculty are welcome to reach out to Mike with any questions, and we hope to see you there.
Learning and Action Workshops: Implicit Bias and Microaggressions | December 7th
Wednesday, December 7, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:oo am | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
We tend to think of biases as conscious attitudes that are intentional, malicious, and easy to see. But most of the bias that occurs inside us and around us is unconscious, or implicit – learned assumptions that our brains leap to automatically, influencing our actions in ways that go against our consciously stated values. When these actions cause harm to others, we call them microaggressions.
In this workshop, we will explore the ways that bias and microaggressions show up in ourselves, in society, and in the workplace. Participants will learn to identify forms of implicit bias and the various “-isms” they reflect. We will also work to understand the unintentional but very real harm of microaggressions and begin to develop the muscles and skills needed to name, interrupt and take responsibility for them. Lastly, participants will identify actionable ways they can bring the knowledge co-created in the workshop into their own spaces at BU and beyond.
First launched in fall 2021, Learning & Action Workshops offer BU faculty and staff single-session educational sessions on a variety of D&I-related topics. Each session is two hours long and includes time for group discussion. Please note that the capacity for workshops is limited to 40 participants and registration is required.
Tutorials on Tweetorials | December 6th
Tuesday, December 6, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus
Facilitators: Jean Liew & George Murphy
Register Register Here
Introduction to Qualtrics | December 6th
Tuesday, December 6, 2022 | 9:30 – 11:00 am | Medical Campus – L Building – room L1110
Host: BUMC IT
In this training session, you will learn about the Qualtrics survey tool. Specifically, you will learn about the following topics:
1. What is Qualtrics and what can it do?
2. Getting Started
3. Creating and Editing a Survey
4. Distributing a Survey
5. Viewing Survey Results
Jack Wolfe, BUMC IT – Medical Campus Educational Technology
New Course Evaluation System Overview | December 5th
Monday, December 5, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
All instructors are welcome to join this drop-in session to review changes to the student course evaluation system, effective this Fall semester. Instructors will now have the flexibility to customize the evaluation for their course, and can use this time to ask questions or get assistance with setting up their course.
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | December 2nd
Friday, December 2, 2022 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
Grade Center in Blackboard Original | December 1st
Thursday, December 1, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
This session will focus completely on the Grade Center functionality and is fully hands-on. In addition to the basics, participants can expect to learn how to weight their grades, create grading schemas and to export grades to Excel.
Please note: This hands-on workshop is open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses. Students are not permitted unless by the request of a faculty member.
November 2022
Management Training Series: Understanding Ownership | November 30th
Wednesday, November 30, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Board Room, Talbot Building
Host: School of Public Health
Understanding Ownership will focus on the role managers play in the organization, how they can be resolute, solve problems, minimize liability, and own the consequences of their decisions and actions. Ownership can be the cornerstone of one’s sense of leadership. This session will focus on how one should go about making decisions, motivated by a strong sense of responsibility, unafraid to be accountable and brave enough to say, “I take ownership of this.” To register, please email Melanie Gilreath Chaisson at gilreath@bu.edu.
Learning and Action Workshops: Inclusive Learning Spaces | November 30th
Wednesday, November 30, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
How do we create more inclusive learning spaces? What does Inclusive Teaching look like in physical spaces? What does it look like in digital spaces?
Designed for Faculty and Staff who supports Learning Spaces activities, this workshop will explore key D& I terms, concepts, and pedagogical approaches in Inclusive Learning Spaces, from classroom climate to the tone of a syllabus to the integration of information technology in digital learning spaces. Through these, participants will develop new practices in advancing inclusion, innovation, and problem-based learning with students.
This workshop is held in partnership with the Inclusive Pedagogy Initiative and the Shipley Center for Digital Learning & Innovation.
First launched in fall 2021, Learning & Action Workshops offer BU faculty and staff single-session educational sessions on a variety of D&I-related topics. Each session is two hours long and includes time for group discussion. Please note that the capacity for workshops is limited to 40 participants and registration is required.
Intro to MyMedia/Kaltura | November 29th
Tuesday, November 29, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
Learn to create, host and publish your instructional videos in Kaltura video platform
Introduction to Blackboard Ally | November 29th
Tuesday, November 29, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
Blackboard Ally focuses on digital accessibility for students, seamlessly integrating with Blackboard courses. Ally provides guidance and tips for lasting improvements to your content accessibility, and in addition automatically creates alternative versions of compatible files. Bb Ally allows students to choose the type of file (compatible files) they want that best suits their needs.
With Blackboard Ally you can:
- Automatically check course materials against WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards
- Provide students with accessible alternative formats such as audio and electronic braille
- Receive guidance and step-by-step instructions to improve accessibility of your course content
This session will provide an overview of Alternative Formats, Accessibility Scores, and Course Accessibility Report.
Please note: This hands-on workshop is open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses.
Introduction to Turnitin Assignments in Blackboard & Turnitin Feedback Studio | November 17th
Thursday, November 17, 2022 | 2:00 – 3:30 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
Faculty can use Turnitin to make the process of detecting plagiarism easier and grading paers online more efficient.
This hands-on workshop will be open to all faculty and academic staff from both campuses.
Management Training Series: Management Essentials | November 17th
Thursday, November 17, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Talbot 311E
Host: School of Public Health
Management Essentials is designed to provide an overview of the essential management skills, reviewing a manager’s responsibilities, framework for communicating information, establishing accountability parameters while delegating and coaching. Participants will learn to identify, analyze, design, and influence critical organizational processes as a means of getting work done and achieving results. To register, please email Melanie Gilreath Chaisson at gilreath@bu.edu.
Intro to MyMedia/Kaltura | November 17th
Thursday, November 17, 2022 | 10:30 – 12:00 pm | Online
Host: BU TechWeb
Learn to create, host and publish your instructional videos in Kaltura video platform
Strategic Communications Workshop: Working with the Media to Share Your Research | November 16th
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 | 3:00 – 4:30 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
Want to successfully convey the importance and impact of your research to the media and the public? Join editors and media relations practitioners from The Open Notebook for a virtual, interactive workshop to hone your skills on working with the media and telling the story of your research.
The training will focus on three main topics:
– Telling the story of your research effectively
– Successful outreach to the media and public
– Best practices on working with the media
Participants will leave the workshop with the ability to evaluate news-worthiness, the skills to speak about their research in compelling ways, and an understanding of the difference between a story topic and angle. Other takeaways will include understanding the anatomy of a a great pitch, and how to work with the media, from when to say yes to an interview to preparation and policies around reviews and corrections.
The Open Notebook is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping science journalists cultivate fundamental skills and collaborate with experts to communicate facts about science clearly, accurately, and engagingly.
Teaching and Learning at SPH | November 16th
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Founders Room and Online
Host: School of Public Health
The Education Office invites SPH instructors, educational staff, and teaching assistants to engage in discussion and share best practices for teaching and learning.
Faculty Orientation Series: Public Health Practice and the Activist Lab | November 16th
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | TLB 311E, 3rd Floor Talbot Building
Host: School of Public Health
Join us for an information session facilitated by Associate Dean, Craig Andrade, on the various functions and resources related to public health practice at BUSPH and the Activist Lab. This information session is a great introduction for new faculty, who are strongly encouraged to attend. It is also open to any faculty, post-docs, and research scientists interested in a useful refresher. Prior registration is appreciated, please use the link to RSVP.
Documenting Our Commitment: DEIA Statements | November 16th
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Boston University Medical Campus
This session, led by Angelique Harris, PhD, Associate Dean of D&I at the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, will examine the new Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility (DEIA) page on the BU Profiles. Participants will receive tips on how to write diversity statements and how to incorporate their DEIA work on their CVs and BU Profiles.
A is for Asexual Liberation: Centering Ace & Aro Identities, Deconstructing Compulsory Sexuality, and Creating a Movement | November 10th
Thursday, November 10, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:45 pm | GSU – George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Ave, 2nd floor – Small Ballroom
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Despite our societal obsession with sex, sexual attraction and desire are not experienced by all and exist on a spectrum. Join BU Diversity & Inclusion and the LGBTQIA+ Center for Faculty & Staff for a Learn More Series In Conversation event featuring activist David Jay and journalist Angela Chen.Over the past twenty years, the asexual and aromantic (or ace and aro) communities have gained visibility and awareness, which is thanks to many people, especially David Jay, an asexual activist and movement leader, and Angela Chen, a journalist and acclaimed asexual author. Whether you are wanting to learn more about the “A” in LGBTQIA+ or identify as part of the ace and aro community, we invite you a dialogue between two powerhouse leaders in the community. This program is not to be missed!
Learning and Action Workshops: Gender and Sexuality | November 9th
Wednesday, November 9, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
What does each letter of the LGBTQIA+ acronym mean? How has our understanding about gender evolved from a male/female binary to a gender spectrum? And why does the sharing of gender pronouns matter?
In this workshop, we will explore concepts of gender and sexuality, including the differences between assigned sex at birth, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and romantic orientation. We will also examine the power of language to include or exclude, and the importance of normalizing inclusive gender identity language in the workplace. Participants will also learn about existing BU resources to support BU employees who identify as LGBTQIA+.
This workshop is held in partnership with the BU LGBTQIA+ Center for Faculty & Staff.
First launched in fall 2021, Learning & Action Workshops offer BU faculty and staff single-session educational sessions on a variety of D&I-related topics. Each session is two hours long and includes time for group discussion. Please note that the capacity for workshops is limited to 40 participants and registration is required.
American Public Health Association's Annual Meeting | November 6th - 9th
Sunday, November 6 – 9, 2022 | 11:00 am | Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
Host: American Public Health Association
Join us in Boston, Nov. 6 – 9 for APHA’s 2022 Annual Meeting & Expo and 150th anniversary celebration. The Meeting blends the legacy of APHA with innovative and exciting opportunities to help you reach your goals. Engage with public health experts, collaborate with other advocates and grow professionally.
The Annual Meeting will take place at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (415 Summer St. Boston, MA 02210). All sessions and events will take place in Boston. There are no live virtual presentations (see below for more information about our digital event).
Please click here for additional information
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | November 4th
Friday, November 4, 2022 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
Join Jennifer Beard and colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. This is a time when you can get some writing done while also connecting with colleagues. Session Agenda: 15-minute check-in on writing projects, 45 minutes for writing, 15 minutes for debrief and setting goals for month to come. Some reasons to join us: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Provide protected time for writing. 3. Set personal writing goals for the month; 4. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking in; 5. Give yourself a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 6. Brainstorm with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues.
The Resilience of Cities: Where We Work, Live, and Play | November 2nd
Wednesday, November 2, 2022 | 10:30 – 2:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge and Online
Host: Public Health Conversations & Boston University Initiative on Cities
Almost 80% of the US population currently live in cities. This increase in urban populations places a greater demand on city resources – housing, transportation, reliable employment. How do you build a city that is sustainable, inclusive and centered around community needs? By putting public health at the center of the planning process, cities can find a sustainable solution to build a resilient community.
Cohosted with the Boston University Initiative on Cities.
For more information, and to register, please click here
Learning and Action Workshops: Race, Racism, and Anti-Racism | November 2nd
Wednesday, November 2, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Asian, Black, Brown, Latinx, Native American, White – where do these uniquely American categories of race come from? How did Irish and Italian immigrants to the US, who were not considered white, acquire whiteness over time? How do racism and its impacts hurt all of us, regardless of race? And how can we begin to imagine ourselves as antiracists, actively working to oppose the policies, behaviors, and beliefs that perpetuate racism?
In this workshop, we will examine key concepts in race and racism and learn how racism manifests and functions in our society. Participants will learn to identify dimensions of racism, develop skills needed to interrupt racist harm, and explore how to be anti-racist in daily life.
First launched in fall 2021, Learning & Action Workshops offer BU faculty and staff single-session educational sessions on a variety of D&I-related topics. Each session is two hours long and includes time for group discussion. Please note that the capacity for workshops is limited to 40 participants and registration is required.
Ask the Activist Lab | November 1st
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 | 5:00 – 6:00 pm | Talbot 307c and Online
Host: Activist Lab
On the first Tuesday of the month, students, faculty, staff, and alums are encouraged to join the Activist Lab staff for an open meeting to discuss public health advocacy and activism, ways to take your practice to the next level, or anything else on your mind.
October 2022
Institutional Training Grant (T32) Information Session | October 31st
Monday, October 31, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Online (Zoom)
Host: Research and Development
Externally funded training programs provide critical resources to support pre-doctoral and post-doctoral trainees, which also benefit our faculty and advance the mission of our School. The panel will include myself (former T32 program director), as well as three of our colleagues who currently direct NIH-funded T32 training programs at SPH (Professors Laura White, Birgit Claus Henn, and Michael Stein). The goal of this session is to discuss strategies and share practical guidance for developing a competitive application for a new T32 training program.
American Heart Association Funding Webinars | October 27th
Thursday, October 27, 2022 | 11:00 – 11:45 am | Online (Zoom)
Host: Office of Research
We're Not Going Back: Protecting and Advancing LGBTQIA+ Rights in 2022 | October 26th
Wednesday, October 26, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:45 pm | WBUR CitySpace
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Activists have described it as civil rights whiplash: Despite all of the progress in LGBTQIA+ rights, visibility, and acceptance in this new century, a wave of transphobia and homophobia is sweeping the nation. Join BU Diversity & Inclusion and the LGBTQIA+ Center for Faculty & Staff for a Learn More Series panel event for a discussion on the state of LGBTQIA+ affairs today and to learn how we can protect and advance LGBTQIA+ rights in the future.
This year alone, more than 200 pieces of anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation were introduced in 36 states, the majority targeting trans and nonbinary people for discrimination in accessing health care, obtaining identification documents, using appropriate bathrooms, and participating fully in sports. We are also witnessing a correlation between the rise in authoritarian governments and a rise in anti-LGBTQIA+ sentiment worldwide. Panelists include:
Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, Executive Director of the National Center for Transgender Equality
Urooj Arshad, Senior Program Manager for Dignity for All: LGBTQI+ Assistance Program at Freedom House
Rev. Naomi Washington-Leapheart, Director for Faith-Based and Interfaith Affairs for the City of Philadelphia and Adjunct Professor of Theology and Religious Studies at Villanova University
Learning and Action Workshops: Gender and Sexuality | October 26th
Wednesday, October 26, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
What does each letter of the LGBTQIA+ acronym mean? How has our understanding about gender evolved from a male/female binary to a gender spectrum? And why does the sharing of gender pronouns matter?
In this workshop, we will explore concepts of gender and sexuality, including the differences between assigned sex at birth, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and romantic orientation. We will also examine the power of language to include or exclude, and the importance of normalizing inclusive gender identity language in the workplace. Participants will also learn about existing BU resources to support BU employees who identify as LGBTQIA+.
This workshop is held in partnership with the BU LGBTQIA+ Center for Faculty & Staff.
First launched in fall 2021, Learning & Action Workshops offer BU faculty and staff single-session educational sessions on a variety of D&I-related topics. Each session is two hours long and includes time for group discussion. Please note that the capacity for workshops is limited to 40 participants and registration is required.
LGBTQIA+ Faculty & Staff Luncheon | October 25th
Tuesday, October 25, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | 8 St. Mary’s St (Photonics 906)
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Centering the Health of Mothers in the Public Health Agenda | October 24th
Monday, October 24, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: Public Health Conversations
Teaching and Learning at SPH | October 19th
Wednesday, October 19, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Founders Room and Online
Host: School of Public Health
Learning and Action Workshops: Inclusive Learning Spaces | October 19th
Wednesday, October 19, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
How do we create more inclusive learning spaces? What does Inclusive Teaching look like in physical spaces? What does it look like in digital spaces?
Designed for Faculty and Staff who supports Learning Spaces activities, this workshop will explore key D& I terms, concepts, and pedagogical approaches in Inclusive Learning Spaces, from classroom climate to the tone of a syllabus to the integration of information technology in digital learning spaces. Through these, participants will develop new practices in advancing inclusion, innovation, and problem-based learning with students.
This workshop is held in partnership with the Inclusive Pedagogy Initiative and the Shipley Center for Digital Learning & Innovation.
First launched in fall 2021, Learning & Action Workshops offer BU faculty and staff single-session educational sessions on a variety of D&I-related topics. Each session is two hours long and includes time for group discussion. Please note that the capacity for workshops is limited to 40 participants and registration is required.
Open Office Hour with Dean Andrade | October 18th
Tuesday, October 18, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Talbot 518E
Host: School of Public Health
Faculty Breakfast with Dean Galea | October 18th
Tuesday, October 18, 2022 | 10:30 – 11:30 am | Crosstown 305 and Online
Host: School of Public Health
All School Retreat | October 14th
Friday, October 14, 2022 | 10:00 – 2:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge
Host: School of Public Health
Challenging Public Health: Reverend Liz Theoharis | October 12th
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Online
Host: Public Health Conversations
Our Challenging Public Health series invites speakers from outside of public health to reflect on public health, to ask what is being done well and what should be done better. This conversation features Reverened Dr. Liz Theoharis, co-chair of the Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival. Reverend Theoharis persistently fights against “economic injustice “and firmly believes that all Christians have a responsibility to end poverty once and for all.
For more information and to register, click here.
Faculty & Staff of Color Luncheon | October 11th
Tuesday, October 11, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:35 pm | 1 Silber Way 9th Floor Ballroom
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Queer History is American History: Historical Perspectives on LGBTQIA+ Identity and Experience | October 7th
Friday, October 7, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:45 pm | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
If the silencing of queer voices in school curricula tells us anything, it is this: History matters. As LGBTQIA+ History Month gets underway, join BU D&I and the LGBTQIA+ Center for Faculty & Staff for a Learn More Series panel event of all-star scholars whose work has sought to reclaim LGBTQIA+ history and resist the erasure of queer communities from our national story. From ancient traditions of Indigenous Two-Spirit people to queer civil rights pioneer Pauli Murray’s crusade against “Jane Crow” laws, panelists will explore the lives, activism, and contributions of queer people from before white settler colonialism through the creation of modern LGBTQIA+ movements. Panelists include:Kai Pyle (University of Illinois), whose work examines queer, trans, and Two-Spirit Anishinaabe people
Greta LaFleur (Yale University), author of The Natural History of Sexuality in Early America
Michael Bronski (Harvard University), author of A Queer History of the United States for Young People
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | October 7th
Friday, October 7, 2022 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
Learning and Action Workshops: Race, Racism, and Anti-Racism | October 5th
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Asian, Black, Brown, Latinx, Native American, White – where do these uniquely American categories of race come from? How did Irish and Italian immigrants to the US, who were not considered white, acquire whiteness over time? How do racism and its impacts hurt all of us, regardless of race? And how can we begin to imagine ourselves as antiracists, actively working to oppose the policies, behaviors, and beliefs that perpetuate racism?
In this workshop, we will examine key concepts in race and racism and learn how racism manifests and functions in our society. Participants will learn to identify dimensions of racism, develop skills needed to interrupt racist harm, and explore how to be anti-racist in daily life.
First launched in fall 2021, Learning & Action Workshops offer BU faculty and staff single-session educational sessions on a variety of D&I-related topics. Each session is two hours long and includes time for group discussion. Please note that the capacity for workshops is limited to 40 participants and registration is required.
Ask the Activist Lab | October 4th
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 | 5:00 – 6:00 pm | Talbot 307c and Online (Zoom)
Host: Activist Lab
Assessing Quality and Equity of Care Delivered by Oncology Practices | October 4th
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 | 4:30 – 6:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge
Host: School of Public Health
Syllabus Assessment Workshop | October 3rd
Monday, October 3, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Talbot 307c and Online
Host: School of Public Health
We will be hosting several workshops with Deans Cozier and Sullivan for faculty and staff to discuss their courses, the assessment tool, their thinking on responses, how they might adjust to promote more inclusive teaching and learning, and what supports might be required to do so. Please register by filling out the google form using the link below.To access the Zoom login credentials, please visit the Kerberos password protected page here: https://www.bu.edu/sph/events/community-events/zoom-meetings/
September 2022
MOSAIC - Health Equity Perspectives from our Communities | September 30th
Friday, September 30, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: New England Public Health Training Center
Join us for a Watch Party and Conversation of the film “MOSAIC: Conversations on Racism and Health in Western Massachusetts/New England.” This film amplifies the voices of people working within and for our communities of color toward equity, justice, and representation in all aspects of life, including healthcare. Highlighted in the film are the Women of Color Health Equity Collective, Estoy a Aqui, BRIDGE members in the Berkshires and the Okteteau Cultural Center.
Note: This webinar will be recorded.
Abolition, Incarceration, and the Public's Health | September 28th
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: Public Health Conversations
The United States is the most incarcerated nation in the world. Decades of harmful policies have led to overcrowded prisons and a broken criminal justice system, leading to prison populations that are disproportionately poor and people of color. Recently, the issue of prison reform has been gaining national attention, forcing policymakers to rethink the issue. As momentum grows to call for change, how does public health play a role in ending mass incarceration and reforming a criminal justice system?
For more information, and to register, click here.
Wellness and Health as Public Workers | September 28th
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | 10:00 – 11:30 am | Online
Host: Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW)
This interactive workshop series from the Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW) aims to support CHWs as they strive to serve their clients during these challenging times. The workshop formats will include expert panels, Q and A, and case studies on critical issues from across Massachusetts. In this workshop, Sonalis DeLeon will walk us through the importance of wellness and health as public health workers.
Note: This webinar will be recorded. If you complete the evaluation, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. The Certificate will include the length of the workshop.
Learning and Action Workshops: Implicit Bias and Microaggressions | September 28th
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
We tend to think of biases as conscious attitudes that are intentional, malicious, and easy to see. But most of the bias that occurs inside us and around us is unconscious, or implicit – learned assumptions that our brains leap to automatically, influencing our actions in ways that go against our consciously stated values. When these actions cause harm to others, we call them microaggressions.
In this workshop, we will explore the ways that bias and microaggressions show up in ourselves, in society, and in the workplace. Participants will learn to identify forms of implicit bias and the various “-isms” they reflect. We will also work to understand the unintentional but very real harm of microaggressions and begin to develop the muscles and skills needed to name, interrupt and take responsibility for them. Lastly, participants will identify actionable ways they can bring the knowledge co-created in the workshop into their own spaces at BU and beyond.
First launched in fall 2021, Learning & Action Workshops offer BU faculty and staff single-session educational sessions on a variety of D&I-related topics. Each session is two hours long and includes time for group discussion. Please note that the capacity for workshops is limited to 40 participants and registration is required.
Activist Lab Open House | September 27th
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 | 4:30 – 6:00 pm | Talbot Lobby (2C)
Host: Activist Lab
Come meet the Activist Lab! We’ll tell you all about our plans for the upcoming semester and discuss ways you can get involved with advocacy, activism, and social justice as part of your public health practice. New and returning students, faculty, and staff are all welcome.
Monkeypox: Lessons Learned and Strategies Moving Forward | September 26th
Monday, September 26, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW)
This webinar will describe some of the major lessons learned thus far in this monkeypox pandemic, setbacks and challenges, and common misconceptions. After, we will explore recommendations and practical knowledge for various healthcare providers, nurses, educators, and public health professionals to ensure participants have the tools necessary to have informed dialogue and policies about monkeypox and apply them to their organizations or personal lives.
Note: This webinar will be recorded. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) to receive up to 1 total Category I continuing education contact hours.
There Will Be Queer People in the Future with Porsha Olayiwola | September 22nd
Thursday, September 22, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm |GSU – George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Ave, 2nd floor – Small Ballroom
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion and LGBTQIA+ Center for Faculty & Staff
Join us for a special keynote event featuring author and City of Boston Poet Laureate Porsha Olayiwola. This event includes audience Q&A and an opportunity for book signing of Olayiwola’s debut poem collection, i shimmer sometimes, too. Books are available for purchase at the event and attendees can also bring their own books to be signed.
Olayiwola, a native of Chicago living in Boston, is a writer, performer, educator and curator who uses afro-futurism and surrealism to examine historical and current issues in the Black, woman, and queer diasporas. She earned her MFA in poetry from Emerson College and is the current poet laureate for The City of Boston and the Jacob Ziskind Poet-in-Residence at Brandeis University.
Open Office Hour with Dean Andrade | September 21st
Wednesday, September 21, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Talbot 518E
Host: School of Public Health
Every third Wednesday, join Associate Dean Craig Andrade in his office to discuss public health practice, advocacy & activism, or anything else that is on your mind. All students, faculty, staff, and alumni are welcome to stop by.
Open Office Hour with Dean Andrade | September 21st
Wednesday, September 21, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Talbot 518E
Host: School of Public Health
Every third Wednesday, join Associate Dean Craig Andrade in his office to discuss public health practice, advocacy & activism, or anything else that is on your mind. All students, faculty, staff, and alumni are welcome to stop by.
There Will Be Queer People in the Future with Porsha Olayiwola | September 22nd
Thursday, September 22, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm |GSU – George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Ave, 2nd floor – Small Ballroom
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion and LGBTQIA+ Center for Faculty & Staff
Join us for a special keynote event featuring author and City of Boston Poet Laureate Porsha Olayiwola. This event includes audience Q&A and an opportunity for book signing of Olayiwola’s debut poem collection, i shimmer sometimes, too. Books are available for purchase at the event and attendees can also bring their own books to be signed.
Olayiwola, a native of Chicago living in Boston, is a writer, performer, educator and curator who uses afro-futurism and surrealism to examine historical and current issues in the Black, woman, and queer diasporas. She earned her MFA in poetry from Emerson College and is the current poet laureate for The City of Boston and the Jacob Ziskind Poet-in-Residence at Brandeis University.
Monkeypox: Lessons Learned and Strategies Moving Forward | September 26th
Monday, September 26, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW)
This webinar will describe some of the major lessons learned thus far in this monkeypox pandemic, setbacks and challenges, and common misconceptions. After, we will explore recommendations and practical knowledge for various healthcare providers, nurses, educators, and public health professionals to ensure participants have the tools necessary to have informed dialogue and policies about monkeypox and apply them to their organizations or personal lives.
Note: This webinar will be recorded. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) to receive up to 1 total Category I continuing education contact hours.
Activist Lab Open House | September 27th
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 | 4:30 – 6:00 pm | Talbot Lobby (2C)
Host: Activist Lab
Come meet the Activist Lab! We’ll tell you all about our plans for the upcoming semester and discuss ways you can get involved with advocacy, activism, and social justice as part of your public health practice. New and returning students, faculty, and staff are all welcome.
Learning and Action Workshops: Implicit Bias and Microaggressions | September 28th
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
We tend to think of biases as conscious attitudes that are intentional, malicious, and easy to see. But most of the bias that occurs inside us and around us is unconscious, or implicit – learned assumptions that our brains leap to automatically, influencing our actions in ways that go against our consciously stated values. When these actions cause harm to others, we call them microaggressions.
In this workshop, we will explore the ways that bias and microaggressions show up in ourselves, in society, and in the workplace. Participants will learn to identify forms of implicit bias and the various “-isms” they reflect. We will also work to understand the unintentional but very real harm of microaggressions and begin to develop the muscles and skills needed to name, interrupt and take responsibility for them. Lastly, participants will identify actionable ways they can bring the knowledge co-created in the workshop into their own spaces at BU and beyond.
First launched in fall 2021, Learning & Action Workshops offer BU faculty and staff single-session educational sessions on a variety of D&I-related topics. Each session is two hours long and includes time for group discussion. Please note that the capacity for workshops is limited to 40 participants and registration is required.
Wellness and Health as Public Workers | September 28th
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | 10:00 – 11:30 am | Online
Host: Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW)
This interactive workshop series from the Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW) aims to support CHWs as they strive to serve their clients during these challenging times. The workshop formats will include expert panels, Q and A, and case studies on critical issues from across Massachusetts. In this workshop, Sonalis DeLeon will walk us through the importance of wellness and health as public health workers.
Note: This webinar will be recorded. If you complete the evaluation, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. The Certificate will include the length of the workshop.
Abolition, Incarceration, and the Public's Health | September 28th
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: Public Health Conversations
The United States is the most incarcerated nation in the world. Decades of harmful policies have led to overcrowded prisons and a broken criminal justice system, leading to prison populations that are disproportionately poor and people of color. Recently, the issue of prison reform has been gaining national attention, forcing policymakers to rethink the issue. As momentum grows to call for change, how does public health play a role in ending mass incarceration and reforming a criminal justice system?
For more information, and to register, click here.
The Importance of Community Health Workers and Equity in Public Health | September 21st
Wednesday, September 21, 2022 | 10:00 – 11:30 am | Online
Host: Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW)
This interactive workshop series from the Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW) aims to support CHWs as they strive to serve their clients during these challenging times. The workshop formats will include expert panels, Q and A, and case studies on critical issues from across Massachusetts. In this webinar, Dr. Johanna Newman will walk us through the importance of CHWs in the Public Health Workforce, the inequities and paternalism lived through history, and taking action.
Note: This webinar will be recorded. If you complete the evaluation, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. The Certificate will include the length of the workshop.
Learning and Action Workshops: Inclusive Learning Spaces | September 21st
Wednesday, September 21, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
How do we create more inclusive learning spaces? What does Inclusive Teaching look like in physical spaces? What does it look like in digital spaces?
Designed for Faculty and Staff who supports Learning Spaces activities, this workshop will explore key D& I terms, concepts, and pedagogical approaches in Inclusive Learning Spaces, from classroom climate to the tone of a syllabus to the integration of information technology in digital learning spaces. Through these, participants will develop new practices in advancing inclusion, innovation, and problem-based learning with students.
This workshop is held in partnership with the Inclusive Pedagogy Initiative and the Shipley Center for Digital Learning & Innovation.
First launched in fall 2021, Learning & Action Workshops offer BU faculty and staff single-session educational sessions on a variety of D&I-related topics. Each session is two hours long and includes time for group discussion. Please note that the capacity for workshops is limited to 40 participants and registration is required.
Syllabus Assessment Workshop | September 20th
Tuesday, September 20, 2022 | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Talbot 307c and Online
Host: School of Public Health
We will be hosting several workshops with Deans Cozier and Sullivan for faculty and staff to discuss their courses, the assessment tool, their thinking on responses, how they might adjust to promote more inclusive teaching and learning, and what supports might be required to do so. Please register by filling out the google form using the link below.To access the Zoom login credentials, please visit the Kerberos password-protected page here: https://www.bu.edu/sph/events/community-events/zoom-meetings/
First Gen Faculty & Staff Reception | September 19th
Monday, September 19, 2022 | 5:00 – 6:30 pm | GSU Terrace Lounge
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Welcome back to campus! Organizational Development & Learning and The Newbury Center have teamed up with BU Diversity & Inclusion to create a new line of programming to support faculty and staff who identify as first-generation professionals. This new series will launch in the fall semester and will include social and networking opportunities, resource development, and professional development programming to support the experiences of our first-generation faculty and staff. This reception is the first program in our new slate of offerings. Keep an eye out for more opportunities throughout the semester!
Finding Funding in Science: Meet the U.S.-Israel Binational Science Foundation | September 19th
Monday, September 19, 2022 | 1:30 – 3:00 pm | Photonics Colloquium Room
Host: Office of Research
The U.S.-Israel Binational Science Foundation (BSF), in partnership with the Office of Research and Foundation Relations, will present a workshop to help acquaint researchers at BU with the Foundation’s mission, funding priorities, programs, and grant application protocols. Founded in 1972 by an agreement between the United States and Israel, the BSF is an independent body, directed by a board of governors consisting of five American and five Israeli members. BSF promotes academic relations between the U.S. and Israel by supporting innovative, hypothesis-driven, collaborative research across a wide range of scientific disciplines: biomedical engineering, life sciences, medicine, psychobiology, physical sciences, and social sciences. Successful projects explore timely questions that are pertinent to the field, advance our knowledge of properties and processes that underpin the discipline, and serve peaceful and non-profit purposes. Eligible projects must demonstrate outstanding scientific merit and clear collaboration between Israeli and American researchers from institutions throughout the two countries. Workshop participants will: 1. Learn about the Foundation’s mission, priorities and grant programs; 2. Understand the Foundation’s application cycles and evaluation processes, including pre-proposal and proposal stages; 3. Understand how the Foundation engages with applicants and prefers to build relationships with grantees. Anton Post, Executive Director at BSF, will present this moderated discussion and Q&A session.
Towards Antiracist Academic Institutions: Next Steps | September 19th
Monday, September 19, 2022 | 10:30 – 2:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge and Online
Host: Public Health Conversations
How can we create a more inclusive and just environment within our academic institutions? What kind of policies can be introduced to ensure that these institutions continue to uphold these ideals?
For more information and to register, please click here.
Supreme Court Watch | September 16th
Friday, September 16, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: Center for Health Law, Ethics & Human Rights
Teaching & Learning at SPH | September 14th
Wednesday, September 14, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Founders Room and Online
Host: School of Public Health
Faculty of Color & LGBTQIA+ Faculty Reception | September 13th
Tuesday, September 13, 2022 | 5:00 – 6:30 pm | GSU Terrace Lounge
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
SPH Reads: The Fortunate Man | September 9th
Friday, September 9, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Each year BUSPH hosts “SPH Reads”, a community-wide reading program hosted by the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ). It aims to encourage critical thought and discussion among all members of the BUSPH community and is centered on a carefully chosen, thought-provoking book. The Fall 2022 selection is “The Fortune Men” by Nafida Mohamed. Nafida Mohamed is an award-winning Somali-British novelist. The Fortune Men, her third novel, is based on the true story of Mahmood Mattan, a petty criminal in Cardiff, Wales, wrongfully convicted of murder in 1952. The book was shortlisted for the prestigious Booker Prize in 2021.
For more information, and to register, click here.
Faculty & Staff Writing Community | September 9th
Friday, September 9, 2022 | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
Faculty Breakfast with Dean Galea | September 8th
Thursday, September 8, 2022 | 11:00 – 12:00 pm | Talbot 307c and Online
Host: School of Public Health
August 2022
Monkeypox, old disease, new fears | August 29th
Monday, August 29, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: The LGBTQIA+ Center for Faculty & Staff and The Center for Emerging Infectious Diseases
This program will explore the importance of stopping the spread of monkeypox without encouraging the spread of stigma. Speakers will address both the epidemiological and social challenges posed by the disease, including what we can learn from past disease outbreaks and from the COVID pandemic. As the country grapples with how best to address monkeypox, there is little doubt that doing so requires both an effective public health response and a clear eye on the challenges of stigma that can readily emerge around the disease.
Active Shooter Training | August 9th
Tuesday, August 9, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Hiebert Lounge 14th Floor
Host: Boston University Police Department & Public Safety
Considering recent incidents of gun violence, the Boston University Police Department and BUMC Public Safety will be offering a two-hour active shooter training session in Hiebert Lounge.
The first hour will be a police presentation on maximizing your chance of survival in an active shooter situation. You will be provided with strategies you should consider prior to police arrival and advised of what to expect when police respond.
The second hour will consist of group discussions, applying the tips you learned and creating a personal safety plan for any environment in which you find yourself (i.e. office, classroom, supermarket, restaurant, movies theater, etc.)
We encourage you to sign up with your coworkers as a team, so during the group discussion you can have productive conversations about your space and develop plans for your safety.
PhD Office Hours | August 4th
Thursday, August 4, 2022 | 5:00 – 6:00 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
Syllabus Assessment Workshop | August 3rd
Wednesday, August 3, 2022 | 10:30 – 12:00 pm | Talbot 307c and Online
Host: School of Public Health
American Heart Association Funding Webinar | August 2nd
Tuesday, August 2, 2022 | 11:00 – 11:45 am | Online
Host: Office of Research
July 2022
Legislative Trends and Developments in Health Equity: What We Observed in 2021, What Has Happened in 2022, and Future Directions | July 22nd
Friday, July 22, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Online
Host: Activist Lab
In this webinar, Subject Matter Experts Dawn Hunter, JD, MPH and Sara Rogers, MPH from the Network for Public Health Law will explore legislation as a tool to advance health equity. Participants will also will learn about recent trends and developments and implications for future legislative activity in the states.
Note: This webinar will be recorded. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) to receive up to 1 total Category I continuing education contact hours.
Elevator Pitch Event with Linda Plano | July 20th
Wednesday, July 20, 2022 | 2:00 – 4:00 pm | Rajen Kilachand Center (RKC) 101
Host: Office of Research
“Tell me about yourself!” “So, what do you do?” “Why should we hire you?””What is your research about?” An elevator pitch can help you answer each of these questions, and help you initiate a conversation with someone, whether at a cocktail party, during a job interview, in the middle of a Thanksgiving dinner, or in an elevator. With Linda Plano, PhD and International Strategic Communications Consultant, join us (location on the Charles River Campus TBA) to learn how to: 1. Clarify your goals and audience 2. Leverage Dr Plano’s “Perfect Pitch” process 3. Execute for your specific situation (you will practice in pairs with other participants)
Syllabus Assessment Workshop | July 18th
Wednesday, July 18, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Talbot 307c and Online
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
We will be hosting several workshops with Deans Cozier and Sullivan for faculty and staff to discuss their courses, the assessment tool, their thinking on responses, how they might adjust to promote more inclusive teaching and learning, and what supports might be required to do so. Please register by filling out the google form using the link below. To access the Zoom login credentials, please visit the Kerberos password protected page here: https://www.bu.edu/sph/events/community-events/zoom-meetings/
Dissertation Prospectus/Research Proposal | July 13th
Wednesday, July 13, 2022 | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Online
Host: Office of Research
Dissertation prospectuses and research proposals are very similar, in the sense that they both allow you to share your research question, demonstrate how important it is, how you are planning on answering it, and what will the impact of your research be. In this workshop, we will provide tips and strategies to help you: – keep your audience and the requirements of your department or grant review committee in mind, – organize your thoughts and create an outline for your document, – present your literature review, research idea and plans properly.
June 2022
Race as a Social Construct in Data and Practice | June 30th
Thursday, June 30, 2022 | 9:00 am – 12:30 pm | Online
Host: Activist Lab
This webinar will explore race as a social construct and its implications in data collection and research. Participants will hear from presenters how the concept of race originated and how to uphold diversity and equity in research and policy, with specific examples of the implications of systemic racism in policies in Maine.
Note: This webinar will be recorded. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) to receive up to 3.5 total Category I continuing education contact hours.
The History and Contemporary Reality of Black Communities in Maine | June 29th
Thursday, June 29, 2022 | 9:00 am – 12:30 pm | Online
Host: Activist Lab
Participants will learn about the history of slavery and racism in Maine, including the role of eugenics and the term Vacationland. Presenters will talk about our shared ancestry and how slavery has impacted the way the world functions today. Participants will also learn specific examples of racism and how it plays out in communities.
Note: This webinar will be recorded. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) to receive up to 3.5 total Category I continuing education contact hours.
A conversation with CLER on overturning Roe v Wade | June 28th
Tuesday, June 28, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
Open to all – join in a conversation with the Center for Health Law, Ethics & Human Rights on the recent overturning of Roe v Wade.
Racism & our environment: Making the connections to advance health and justice by Lara Cushing, PhD | June 28th
Tuesday, June 28, 2022 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | Online
Host: School of Public Health
Lara Cushing, PhD, will present “Racism & our environment: Making the connections to advance health and justice.”
Teaching Public Health: Writing and Communication | June 23rd
Thursday, June 23, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Virtual
Host: School of Public Health
This is the fourth installment of our Teaching Public Health series, which began in 2018. For this year’s symposium, our focus is on Writing and Communication, recognizing how central communication is to effective public health. This has been more evident than ever in the time of COVID. Yet, there has not been focused attention on effective public health communication in formal or informal curricula in programs and schools of public health. The symposium will explore promising practices in teaching public health writing and communication, highlighting lessons learned from the past two years as public health communication has been highly scrutinized, and looking toward a future where all public health professionals are well trained for effective communication. Register at the link!
Integrating Feedback in Writing | June 22nd
Wednesday, June 22, 2022 | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | Virtual
Host: Office of Research
We receive feedback quite often, either implicitly – a change in the gestures, look or tone of our interlocutor – or explicitly, through written or oral language. Getting feedback is receiving information (“feed”) about something that we have done or made, with the intent or hope that by sharing observations about that specific output “back” to the person who made or produced it, the output can be improved. Feedback loops are quite common in biological or electrical systems, and are key to their auto-regulation. Feedback can also have a powerful impact in professional settings (keep projects on track, improve processes and behaviors, etc.), but to be efficient, it requires to be well-delivered and well-received and incorporated, i.e., understood and translated into actionable steps. The goals of this workshop are to guide you through understanding, managing and incorporating feedback efficiently. We will focus specifically on integrating feedback in writing.
Conference Papers Workshop | June 15th
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Virtual
Host: Office of Research
Conferences offer an excellent opportunity to share work, get feedback and build connections in your field – but the particular art of writing and delivering a conference paper can be opaque, intimidating or just plain challenging. This workshop will discuss best strategies for preparing a paper to present at an academic conference, including tips to clearly explain your research, tricks to keep your audience engaged and even tools for handling the ever-daunting Q&A portion. Whether you have an upcoming conference on your mind or just want to develop your skills, this workshop will help you hone your capacity to share your ideas in an engaging and easy-to-understand way.
Roe in the Balance: The Future of Reproductive Justice in the United States | June 9th
Thursday, June 9, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Virtual
Host: Public Health Conversations
This conversation will examine the consequences of restrictions on abortion that are currently on the horizon and the role that public health should play in protecting women’s health.
More speakers to be announced.
Strategies for Literature Reviews | June 8th
Wednesday, June 8, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Virtual
Host: Office of Research
Literature reviews can be a great way to: 1) gain useful background in your discipline; 2) learn more about techniques you hadn’t thought of; 3) re-invigorate the direction of your research through learning new ideas. They are an important component of many documents (articles, dissertations, grants), as they examine the work of other scholars to describe the current state of knowledge of a field. Writing a literature review requires extensively and critically reading dozens of scholarly sources and finding how they relate with each other, what points or theories are confirmed in some sources, where contradictions lie, and where gaps need to be filled (and, consequently, where significant contributions can be made!). In this workshop, we will first define what literature reviews are and why they are needed. We will then present tools and strategies to search for, manage and read various scholarly sources strategically, take notes and organize your thoughts, and structure and write a wonderful literature review!
Advancing Public Health with Systems Science & Simulation Modeling | June 6th
Monday, June 6, 2022 | 9:30 am – 4:00 pm | Virtual
Host: Office of Research
Calls for the use of systems modeling and simulation methods to advance population health and address health disparities have been made with growing urgency, yet they remain largely underutilized. Barriers to the increased uptake of these methods (e.g., agent-based modeling, system dynamics modeling, and discrete event simulation) by population health researchers are non-trivial, though not insurmountable. This event aims to 1) highlight the critical importance of systems thinking in advancing discovery, 2) confront the challenges associated with training and development, as well as interdisciplinary collaborations, and 3) to address the barriers to uptake of these methods.
Co-Sponsored by:
BU Faculty of Computing and Data Sciences, Initiative in Computational Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
BU School of Public Health
BU Goldman School of Dental Medicine.
AcademyHealth Networking Event | June 5th
Sunday, June 5th | 4:30 – 6:30 pm | Zaytinya DC
Host: Health Law, Policy, & Management
The Department of Health Law, Policy & Management is hosting a networking event at this year’s AcademyHealth Conference. We encourage all HLPM alumni, faculty, and staff to attend. Appetizers and drinks will be served.
Faculty and Staff Writing Community | June 3rd
Friday, June 3rd | 11:00 – 12:15 pm | Online
Host: Jennifer Beard
Join Jennifer Beard and other colleagues for this 75-minute social writing session. The objectives of the meetings will be to: 1. Foster a supportive writing community; 2. Set personal writing goals for the month; 3. Provide monthly deadlines and a system for checking-in; 4. Give you a boost when you are feeling unproductive; 5. Offer opportunities for brainstorming with supportive, non-judgmental colleagues; 6. Reduce social isolation and build confidence; 7. Provide protected time for writing. Can’t make it for the full 75 minutes? Not a problem! Come for as long as you can. Bring your laptop, notebook and pen, or whatever you need to get to work.
Contact: jenbeard@bu.edu
Zoom link: https://bostonu.zoom.us/my/jenbeard
SPH Spring Celebration for Faculty and Staff | June 1st
Wednesday, June 1, 2022 | 12:00-2:00 pm | Hiebert Lounge
Host: School of Public Health
More information to come. Contact: sphevent@bu.edu
May 2022
Faculty Promotion Information Session | May 17th
Tuesday, May 17, 2022 | 1:00-2:00pm | Online
Host: Research and Faculty Advancement
The panel for the spring session will include Associate Dean, Michael McClean, as well as three of our colleagues who were recently promoted; Professors Jacqui Milton Hicks, Kim Sullivan, and Gina Peloso. These sessions offered each semester aim to clarify the process and provide guidance on the development of a strong promotion packet. Faculty are welcome to reach out to Michael McClean with any questions.
RISE UP Virtual Conference: Immigrant Minds Matter | May 12th - 13th
Thursday, May 12, 2022 & Friday, May 13, 2022 | 9:00 am – 4:30 pm | Virtual
Host: Boston Medical Center Dept of Psychiatry
Boston Medical Center’s Department of Psychiatry is excited to announce its second annual RISE UP Virtual Conference: Immigrant Minds Matter. This accredited conference brings together academic and community leaders to explore themes of intersectionality, youth & family mental health, equity in treatment, immigration related stress, barriers to care, and advocacy and policies within immigrant mental health.
Learning and Action Workshops: Implicit Bias and Microaggressions | May 12th
Thursday, May 12, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Virtual
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
What is my role in creating awareness about implicit bias and developing skills to interrupt microaggressions? How is this relevant for our work and community at BU? Engaging in self-examination and reflection is the first step to interrupting bias and microaggressions and advancing a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable community.
In this workshop, we will explore the ways in which bias, isms and microaggressions show up in ourselves, our teams and the workplace. Participants will learn to identify bias, isms, and microaggressions in self and others and develop the muscle and skills needed for interrupting them. Lastly, participants will identify actionable ways they can contributing to advancing equity and inclusion within BU and beyond.
Teaching and Learning at SPH: Public Health Classroom | May 11th
Wednesday, May 11, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Talbot Building, Founders Room & Online
Host: The Education Office
The Education Office invites SPH instructors, educational staff, and teaching assistants to engage in discussion and share best practices for teaching and learning. The Career and Practicum Office, as well as the Activist Lab will join to discuss the Public Health Classroom: teaching, learning, and practice. Register at the link to receive Zoom details.
10th State of Asian Women's Health Conference | May 10th
Tuesday, May 10, 2022 | 10:30 am – 3:30 pm | Virtual
Host: Asian Women for Health
The goal of the 10th State of Asian Women’s Health in Massachusetts Conference is to celebrate our collective impact and identify priorities for advancing Asian women’s health and wellbeing.
During this virtual event, Asian Community Fund Director Danielle Kim will be the keynote. Awards will be given to those who made significant contributions to advance the health and wellbeing of Asian women and their love ones, representatives from HHS, DPH and BPHC will present Asian health data, and providers as well as Asian-serving agencies will react to the data presented and compare to what they are seeing in the frontline. In the afternoon, we will have breakout sessions on these topics: * Culturally and linguistically responsive care and services * Data and research * Racial justice * Environmental justice. This conference will provide excellent networking, marketing, and collaborating opportunities for participants and sponsoring organizations. Sponsored by South Cove Community Health Center, Asian Health Coalition, Boston Children’s Hospital, Fenway Health, SHARE, Charles River Community Health Center, and more.
Learning and Action Workshops: DEI Foundations | May 5th
Thursday, May 5, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Virtual
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
What does it mean to create an equitable and inclusive community? Understanding foundational concepts of diversity, equity and inclusion is a key step to creating a community that fosters belonging for all.
In this workshop, we will explore the differences between diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. At the end of the session, you will be able to define, understand, and discuss foundational terms and ideas. You will also be able to identify opportunities to apply these concepts in your role at Boston University.
Ask A Reporter Anything: Live Q&A Discussing How the News Works | May 4th
Wednesday, May 4, 2022 | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Virtual
Host: Social Media and BU Office of Research
Reporters will be on the hot seat for a virtual, interactive, live Q&A session. In a conversation moderated by SciLine—a service from the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) that connects US scientific experts to journalists for print, broadcast, and digital stories—faculty from all disciplines are invited to ask questions to reporters and editors representing a range of media outlet types and editorial topic focus areas. Attendees will learn how media selects topics and story angles, how journalists source experts, and best practices for media pitches, interviews, and relationship building. The session will also cover the professional expectations and challenges reporters face when covering science-related issues—and how to successfully weave your findings, perspectives, and insights into the news cycle.
Activist Clinic | Tweeting for Social Change | May 3rd
Tuesday, May 3, 2022 | 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm | INS L301
Host: Activist Clinic
Our Activism Clinics are designed to provide current BUSPH students, faculty, and staff with training on a specific area of public health activism in a hands-on workshop experience. In this clinic, participants will learn how to build an audience, develop content, set goals, and more using Twitter.
Instructors: Professor Ellie Murray, Emily Barbo
April 2022
Reproducible Research Seminar Series | April 28th
Thursday, April 28, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | MCS B39 & Online
Host: Department of Biostatistics and Department of Mathematics and Statistics
The Department of Biostatistics and the Department of Mathematics and Statistics are holding a monthly seminar on topics in reproducible and replicable research.
Speaker: Masanao Yajima, Dept. of Statistics, BU
Title: Reproducibility and the role of statistical consulting
Integrating Innovations in Computing Systems and Applied Mobile Health | April 28th
Thursday, April 28, 2022 | 12:00 – 4:00 pm | Virtual
Host: Hariri Institute for Computing
Advancements in computing systems could transform the way health promotions are designed, implemented, and disseminated for the benefit of multiple populations. Continuous data streams collected via mobile Health (e.g., smartphones, external sensors) can be harnessed to deliver the right information at the right time, all in ways that protect user privacy, and optimize treatment engagement and effectiveness. Through research talks, a moderated panel, and networking, this Joint Symposium brings together internal and external computational and clinical investigators to push forward an agenda for bridging innovations in computing systems and innovations in health promotion/clinical research for substantial public health impact.
The Continuous Analysis of Mobile Health Data among Medically Vulnerable Populations Focused Research Program [FRP] and the Mobile and Electronic Health Affinity Research Collaborative [ME-ARC] are two Boston University programs to advance digital health. The Continuous Analysis of Mobile Health Data among Medically Vulnerable Populations FRP is focused on developing continuous analysis and machine learning models and tools while the ME-ARC focused on developing and testing digital interventions to improve the health and wellness among at-risk populations.
Learning and Action Workshops: Neurodiversity | April 28th
Thursday, April 28, 2022 | 9:00 – 11:00 am | Virtual
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
What does neurodiversity mean?
In this workshop, we will explore the term neurodiversity, its history, and an overview of the different types of neurodivergence. Also, we will explore how to support neurodivergent people at work and contribute to an inclusive workplace community.
Engaging with Science Media and Establishing Yourself as an Expert Source | April 27th
Wednesday, April 27, 2022 | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Virtual
Host: Social Media and BU Office of Research
An interactive workshop facilitated by Meredith Drosback and Tori Fosheim from SciLine, a service from the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) that connects US scientific experts to journalists for print, broadcast, and digital stories. Whether your expertise relates to the environment, climate, or energy studies, social sciences, physical and mathematical sciences, health and medicine, tech, or life sciences, you will learn tools and techniques to put your thought leadership into context for your intended, priority audiences.
Learning and Action Workshops: Gender and Sexuality | April 21st
Thursday, April 21, 2022 | 9:00 pm – 11:00 am | Virtual
Host: Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Could gender influence the way people are perceived by others? What does each letter of the LGBTQIA+ acronym mean? And what is the importance of sharing our pronouns?
In this introductory workshop, we will explore data related to gender and sexuality at the workplace and learn new vocabulary that could help you to advance equity and inclusion at BU. We will explore inclusive language and the differences between assigned sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, romantic orientation. You will also learn about existing BU resources to support BU employees who identify as LGBTQIA+.
Activist Clinic | Preparing A Policymaker Pitch | April 19th
Tuesday, April 19, 2022 | 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm | INS L301
Host: Activist Clinic
Our Activism Clinics are designed to provide current BUSPH students, faculty, and staff with training on a specific area of public health activism in a hands-on workshop experience. In this clinic, participants will learn the dos and don’ts of making a recommendation to a policymaker.
Instructor: Professor David Jernigan
Extreme Heat - Why Should I Care? An Earth Conversation | April 13th
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm | BU Admissions Auditorium
Host: Office of Research
Throughout the world, heat waves are becoming more frequent and intense because of continued climate change. Across Boston University, researchers are working to better understand the impacts of extreme heat on our health and wellbeing and what communities and individuals can do about it.
In celebration of Earth Day, join BU professors as part of the University’s “Real Life Justice League” of climate change superheroes working in energy, green space, community, cities, and public health for a dynamic conversation on how the world is warming, what it means for public health, and solutions on the horizon.
A reception from 6:00-6:45 pm with refreshments will be held next door in the 1st floor Music Room in the Dahod Family Alumni Center (also known as “The Castle”) prior to the event.
Finding Funding for Big Ideas: Meet the John Templeton Foundation | April 13th
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Virtual
Host: Office of Research
The John Templeton Foundation supports work that crosses disciplinary, religious, and geographical boundaries—on subjects ranging from black holes and evolution to creativity, forgiveness, and free will. It also encourages civil, informed dialogue among scientists, philosophers, theologians, and the public at large. The Office of Research and BU Foundation Relations will present a workshop to help acquaint researchers at BU with the John Templeton Foundation’s principal funding areas and the foundation’s protocols focused on its August 20, 2022 pre-proposal deadline. For this deadline, the foundation’s funding areas are: Science & The Big Questions (including 12 strategic priorities), Character Virtue Development, Individual Freedom & Free Markets, Exceptional Cognitive Talent & Genius, and Genetics. Workshop participants will learn about the foundation’s mission, priorities, and grant programs and the application process for this year’s round of grants; hear from BU faculty who have received generous support from the foundation; and have the opportunity to share ideas and find potential collaborators.
Preventing the next pandemic: Will we be prepared? | April 8th
Wednesday, April 8, 2022 | 10:30 am – 2:00 pm | Virtual or In-Person
Host: Boston University Center for Emerging Infectious Disease Policy and Research
COVID-19 has readily made the point that the era of infectious diseases is far from over. And there are good reasons to think that with increasing urbanization and climate change, more large outbreaks and pandemics are in store. As we move away from an emergency response to dealing with the lasting impacts of COVID-19, it is critical that we learn the lessons around what we did well and what we did poorly and develop clear plans for preventing, where possible, and mitigating the impact of, when not, any future pandemic.
March 2022
Strategic Communications: Media Training for Academics: Capturing Reporters’ Attention in a Changing Landscape | March 31st
Thursday, March 31, 2022 | 3:00 pm-4:30 pm | Virtual
Host: Office of Research
Brad Phillips of Throughline is back by popular demand to lead a virtual, interactive media training and messaging workshop to help you deliver a message that audiences will remember, act upon, and share. This year’s session will include new concepts and techniques that have not been covered during his previous visits to Boston University. Phillips has trained thousands of academics, researchers and scientists, and he will highlight essential tools and tactics to help you build valuable relationships and place your expertise into the public arena.
You will learn how to develop memorable messages that resonate with reporters and stick with target audiences, boil complex topics down into meaningful takeaways, approach media interviews confidently, and navigate challenging questions. New modules include unpacking the mystery of what makes certain stories go viral – and how you can borrow those elements to earn more visibility for your work
Leading and Managing Engaging Class Discussions: How to Communicate Your Research to All Audiences | March 30th
Wednesday, March 30, 2022 | 5:00 – 5:50 pm | Virtual
Host: Rea Shqepa
While the ideal class discussion is spontaneous, careful planning is necessary in leading discussions and presenting with confidence. Join us on Wednesday, March 30th at 5 pm, to explore the ways in which you can be present and participate and overcome the debilitating feelings of public speaking apprehension. Prior registration is required.
Teaching and Learning at SPH: Public Health Classroom | March 30th
Wednesday, March 30, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Talbot Building, Founders Room & Online
Host: The Education Office
The Education Office invites SPH instructors, educational staff, and teaching assistants to engage in discussion and share best practices for teaching and learning. The Career and Practicum Office, as well as the Activist Lab will join to discuss the Public Health Classroom: teaching, learning, and practice. Register at the link to receive Zoom details.
Teaching & Learning at SPH: Blackboard Testing Strategies | March 30th
Wednesday, March 30, 2022 | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Virtual
Host: The Education Office
The Education Office invites SPH instructors, educational staff, and teaching assistants to engage in discussion and share best practices for teaching and learning. Register at the link to receive Zoom details.
The Health Consequences of War | Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Tuesday, March 29, 2022 | 1:00 – 2:00pm | Virtual
Host: SPH Event
As the war in Ukraine unfolds, the world is beginning to bear witness to the consequences being experienced by the Ukrainian people. This Conversation brings together experts who have studied other conflicts to discuss what we know about the long-term effects of war on the health of populations.