Student Signature Events.

Orientation

Fall 2023 Orientation Date:

BUSPH Fall orientation will take place on dates August 29 – September 1. Updates will be made regularly to a schedule below. We encourage you to check this webpage regularly for any new information. Attendance and or viewing of sessions for orientation is mandatory. Additionally, please note all sessions are in EST.

Orientation aims to facilitate new students’ transition into Boston University School of Public Health and to enrich each individual’s unique SPH experience. You’ll learn about life inside and outside the classroom – from academics to research, employment, and volunteer opportunities. Orientation also provides an excellent opportunity to meet your peers, the faculty and staff, and deans of the School. Visit the Orientation webpage to learn more! If you’re interested in volunteering to help out with orientation, please contact Mary Murphy-Phillips.

Duck Tour

Annually Graduate Student Life sponsors an SPH Duck Tour for new students to explore the city of Boston. The tour takes participants throughout the streets of Boston, and into the Charles River for a unique view of the city!

Fall date coming soon!

Contact Name: Graduate Student Life, sphgsl@bu.edu for additional details.

Fall Signature Events

Annually the Student Senate, in collaboration with other Student Organizations, plans a signature event for the SPH community. Graduate Student Life also hosts dinner socials throughout the semester for students.

ISO Cultural Show

A favorite of students year after year! The SPH Cultural Show is organized by the SPH International Student Organization and takes place during the Fall Semester. It is a night of great food from around the world, cultural art performances, and a colorful display of cultural fashion! The purpose of the event is to celebrate diversity and raise funds to donate to a global public health cause. Come on down for a night of great fun and experience the diverse community that is your local friendly BUSPH.

Please contact sphiso@bu.edu for additional details.

Public Health Week

During the first full week of April each year, APHA brings together communities across the United States to observe National Public Health Week as a time to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving our nation. Visit the Public Health Week page to learn about events and activities at SPH!

SPH Talent Show

Every year the Student Senate invites fellow students, staff, faculty and alumni to share their hidden genius with the community! We hope you’ll join us for yet another evening of extraordinary ability, flair and pure genius. More information will be available in the spring.
Graduating Students may count their ticket purchase toward their Class Gift

Boat Cruise

Annually, Graduate Student Life sponsors an SPH Odyessy Cruise each spring.

SPH Convocation Ceremony

SPH Convocation Saturday, May 20 | 9:30am

Additional questions, visit the SPH Commencement Events page or email Mary Murphy-Phillips or Graduate Student Life.

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