Annual Faculty Review is Now Open

Dear Faculty Colleagues, The Annual Faculty Review (AFR) reflects the School and University’s commitment to faculty development through first recognizing work during the past year and then prospectively creating a plan for the coming year. Though not due until January 15, 2026, the form is now available so that faculty may begin filling in their […]

Early Release on 12/19/25

Dear SPH Community, As we approach the holiday season, I am pleased to share that the School of Public Health will observe an early release on Friday, December 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM. A reminder that our intersession will run from December 20, 2025, through January 4, 2026. Regular operations will resume on Monday, January […]

Announcing the Launch of Teaching Public Health

Dear Colleagues, We are excited to announce the launch of our new Teaching Public Health (TPH) website, designed as a resource hub for instructors, practitioners, and lifelong learners dedicated to advancing public health education. It offers tools and resources to support both teachers and learners. On the TPH site, you will find teaching and learning […]

2026 Whorl Magazine Submissions Open!

Whorl, the BUMC literary magazine founded in 1995, showcases the creative art of students, faculty and staff of the Medical Campus. Whorl is produced by the Creative Arts Society. The 2026 edition is returning to continue its mission to encourage creativity and celebrate the healing power of the arts. Whorl welcomes: paintings and digital art, […]

Faculty Development Seminars – December 2025

Dear colleagues, Faculty at SPH have access to a wide variety of opportunities for faculty development. The portfolio of programs and resources, which are described in the Faculty Handbook, includes our Faculty Development Seminar Series (FDSS). Here we highlight the events offered in December: Department Events: Biostatistics Causal Inference Seminar Series; Tuesday, December 2, 1:00 […]

2025 Annual Performance Review – Non-Represented Staff

Dear Colleagues, As we approach the end of the calendar year, I want to share important information about the 2025 Annual Performance Review process for non-represented staff. Although the University will not conduct a merit process this year, performance reviews are still required for all staff hired before November 30, 2025. Reviews will focus on accomplishments and improvements throughout […]

Early Release on Wednesday, November 25, 2025

Dear SPH Community, As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, I’m happy to share that BUSPH will observe an early release on Wednesday, November 25, at 1:00 PM. I hope this gives everyone a bit more time to rest, recharge, and enjoy the break. Thank you for all you do throughout the year—your hard work, […]

2025 School Retreat Agenda and Draft Strategy Document

Dear Colleagues, I am very much looking forward to my first School Retreat this Thursday, November 20, 2025. Ahead of the retreat, I am pleased to share both the agenda and a draft strategy map to inform our conversation. All School Retreat Agenda 11.20.25 DRAFT SPH Strategy Map The draft strategy document represents an update […]

Required Cybersecurity Training Launching on 11/10/25

Dear All, As you are undoubtedly aware, Cybersecurity breaches are regularly on the rise. According to a the CrowdStrike 2025 global threat report, “442% growth in fishing operations between the first and second half of 2024.” To better prepare us all against cyber-breaches, IS&T has been working on a training for all. This will be mandatory […]

Option to Work Remotely the Week of 11/24/25

Dear BUSPH Faculty and Staff, As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to take a moment to express my appreciation for your continued dedication and flexibility during this busy season. In recognition of your hard work—and in consideration of the times we are in—all BUSPH employees may work fully remotely during the week of […]