School of Public Health Announcements
Dean Search Advisory Committee Update – February 2025
Hello SPH Community! I am pleased to share some positive news from the Search Advisory Committee for the next BUSPH Dean. Our outreach to over 150 individuals has been met with tremendous enthusiasm for the school and its future. Many have responded with admiration for BUSPH and its impact. Based on these responses and the […]
Nominations Open for SPH Annual Awards and Honors
Dear colleagues, It is once again the time of year to acknowledge those who have made extraordinary contributions to our community through our annual awards and honors. This year, we will celebrate our award winners at the school-wide SPH Awards Ceremony on Friday, May 16th at 3:00pm, and at SPH Convocation on Saturday, May 17th […]
Waiting
Dear Colleagues, Last evening, January 27, The National Institutes of Health’s acting director announced the continuation of ongoing studies, such as clinical trials and a restart of new work on “mission-critical research.” But also at this time, “no new studies are being launched.” The agency expects to release additional guidance this week on parts of […]
SPH Community Lunch: Let’s Celebrate the New Semester Together
Dear BUSPH Staff, Students, and Faculty – To celebrate the beginning of the new semester, please join us for a lunch hosted by the Offices of Graduate Student Life and Career and Practicum on Wednesday, January 29, from 12:30 pm-2 pm in Talbot 2 East Wing. We’ll have lunch and desserts from Café Luna, so come hungry! […]
Conflict Resolution Training for Faculty & Staff – February 11
Dear Colleagues, The Activist Lab will host a Conflict Resolution Training for Faculty and Staff on Tuesday, February 11th, from 2:00 – 3:30pm EST in Hiebert Lounge (INS Building, 14th Floor). The training will be led by Alan Brust, Associate Director of Judicial Affairs at Boston University. We welcome all faculty and staff here at […]
Welcome, How Things Work
Dear Colleagues, A warm welcome to our new and returning students, staff, and faculty. I hope that the new year has started well for all, and I am excited to be serving in my new capacity as Dean ad interim. This past fall, the Dean’s Office shared a series of messages to highlight resources available […]
SPH Pilot Funding Opportunities—Deadline March 3, 2025
idea hub at the Boston University School of Public Health is dedicated to creating an innovative space to meet our core purpose to Think. Teach. Do. for the health of all. For all awards, priority will be given to applications that align with our strategic directions, as articulated on our strategy map. As detailed on […]
January 2025 School Assembly Notes Now Available
Thank you to all who attended the January School Assembly. The notes from the December School Assembly are posted online. The agendas and notes from all previous School Assemblies can be found here.
New Student Org – Latino Caucus for Public Health at BUSPH
We are happy to announce the creation of a new student organization: the Latino Caucus for Public Health at BUSPH! We aim to represent and advocate for the health interests of the Latino community, and provide a space for Latino-identifying students to connect in a culturally relevant setting. Join our membership list here– anyone can […]
Welcome Back, Spring 2025
Dear colleagues, I hope you had a nice holiday break! As we prepare to start the spring semester, a few updates and reminders as you prepare for teaching at SPH. Below, please find links to important resources for setting up and managing your courses, SPH policies on attendance, class participation, and class recordings, as well […]