School of Public Health Announcements
Implementing the Education Task Force Recommendations
From the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Dear Colleagues, I have enjoyed the opportunity to meet with many of you over the past few weeks related to the dissemination of the Dean’s Education Task Force (the Task Force) recommendations and our implementation plans. I want to thank those of you who have participated in […]
SPH to Close Early on October 9
From Ira Lazic, Senior Associate Dean of Finance, Administration, and Business Operations Dear SPH Community, In recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, next week, the School of Public Health will close early on Friday, October 9, at 1:00 PM. We hope this early release provides an opportunity to enjoy the long weekend and spend time […]
An Introduction to the Department of Global Health
To: Students, Faculty, Staff From: Pat Hibberd Dear Colleagues This note summarizes the Department of Global Health’s Mission and our Think-Teach-Do agenda and welcomes members of our community to join our work. What does the Department of Global Health Do? The Students, Staff, and Faculty of the Department are dedicated to our mission to […]
HMSA First Year Representative Application
If you are interested in holding a leadership role on campus, be sure to apply to be the HMSA First Year Student Representative! Applications are open now through October 1st! Apply here!
An Introduction to the Department of Biostatistics
Dear colleagues, As Department Chair, I am happy to have the opportunity to highlight the work and community of our Department of Biostatistics. Overview and Mission Our department currently has an engaged faculty of roughly 30 members, and our mission is threefold: (1) educating students in rigorous study design and analytic methods; (2) collaborating in […]
An Introduction to the Department of Community Health Sciences
Dear colleagues, How wonderful it is to begin a new academic year and feel the energy of our academic community! I am honored to chair the Department of Community Health Sciences (CHS) at Boston University School of Public Health, where we bring together faculty, students, and staff committed to improving community health and advancing health […]
Fall 2026 Headshot Opportunities for Faculty and Staff
The Office of Marketing and Communications will be offering headshots to faculty and staff on Monday, October 19 and Tuesday, October 20. Please sign up in advance with your name and BU email address using this form. The headshot session will provide you with photos via Dropbox from which you may select one to be […]
An Introduction to the Department of Health Law, Policy & Management
Dear Colleagues, Welcome to a quick tour of the Department of Health Law, Policy, and Management (HLPM). With over 30 staff (including 6 administrators), 29 primary faculty, six major areas of focus, multiple labs and centers, 3 MPH certificates, a PhD program, and enough research, teaching, policy work, and public posting to keep everyone’s calendars […]
An Introduction to the Department of Environmental Health
Dear colleagues, The mission of the Department of Environmental Health is to “improve health and reduce inequities associated with environmental and climate stressors through solutions-oriented research, public health professional education, empowering resilient communities, and advocacy.” Our amazing community of faculty, staff, and students help advance that mission. Think. We bring together different disciplines (e.g., exposure […]
Join BUSPH Consulting Club
Interested in consulting or looking to develop skills that can support your future career? Join BUSPHCC to connect with fellow students, strengthen your professional skills, and learn more about opportunities in consulting! Join here!