Introducing This Year’s GMS Commencement Speakers!
With commencement coming up in just a few short weeks, we’d like to take a moment to highlight the four student speakers selected for the upcoming Graduate Medical Sciences Commencement ceremonies. Three students were chosen to speak at the Master’s Commencement Ceremony, and one student was chosen to speak at the MD, PhD, & MD/PhD Commencement Ceremony. All speakers were chosen to represent their respective programs. Meet each one below: Christian Arbelaez, MS in Medical Sciences Candidate Master's Commencement Ceremony Student Speaker Originally from Houston, TX, Christian came to Boston University to join the MS in Medical Sciences (MAMS) program. With commencement approaching, Christian looks... More
Physician Assistant Class of 2024 White Coat Ceremony
On Friday, March 25th, the Physician Assistant program welcomed their new cohort of students in a white coat ceremony. The 25 students in the class of 2024 for the BUSM PA program were welcomed by Susan White, MD, Program Director and BUSM Dean and campus Provost, Karen Antman, MD. As part of the ceremony, keynote speaker Robert Lowe, MD, Assistant Dean for Medical Education and Associate Professor of Medicine in Gastroenterology, gave an impassioned speech to mark the start of the student's 28-month journey to becoming a medical care provider. During their ceremony, the students recited the 'Physician Assistant Professional Oath' as... More
Museum & BSO Memberships
Looking for weekend plans? In the mood for music or art? BU Students can register for a free Boston Symphony Orchestra College Card. This grants access to a number of different BSO performances. Not only that, students can also receive free or discounted tickets to the ICA, the Isabella Stewart Gardner, the MFA, and the Harvard Art Museums! Register for your BSO College Card here.
Black History Month: Notable Scientists
In honor of Black History Month, BU GMS would like to highlight notable African American scientists who have made major breakthroughs in the field of medicine. Click on the images below to learn more about their backgrounds and contributions to not only science, but equality, as well.
BUMC Moves to Unobserved COVID Testing
Effective Thursday, Jan. 27, the Medical Campus will transition to unobserved COVID testing for all students, staff and faculty. Testing becomes fully unobserved on Thursday, Feb. 3. Please note the following: You will receive an unobserved kit (swab, tube, and plastic bag) when you arrive for your observed test during the transition period (Jan. 27-Feb. 2) and then receive a new kit when you drop off your unobserved kit. Only one kit is provided to each person. Lost or damaged kits will be replaced, but please try to avoid that from happening. Appointments are still required for unobserved drop-off. The same... More
C. James McKnight, PhD, Appointed GMS Associate Provost/Dean
Effective Jan. 1, the associate professor of physiology & biophysics, replaces Deborah Stearns-Kurosawa, PhD, who stepped down from the role at the end of 2021. Read Full Article Here
What a Semester it has Been!
To our GMS Community, The Fall 2021 semester is wrapping up this holiday season after a semester of being back on campus together. Between classes, extracurricular activities, research, and events, we have certainly had an eventful semester that has been full of academic success, research and building back our community after a year of virtual learning. This semester the GMS community hosted an array of events through Student Affairs and Community Catalyst Center (C3) and our partnerships across campus. From our Pride Book and Coffee raffles, Exploring Back Bay Walking Tour, Mid-terms De-Stress Coffee Break event, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome seminar and Tis’... More
Where to See Holiday Lights in Boston
Though many of Boston’s popular holiday festivities have been put on pause this year, there is still one tradition that has remained mostly intact - festive lights that you can view all around the city. Here are some of the best spots to visit that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit! Beacon Hill Holiday Tree Photo Credit: https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/ten-places-to-see-holiday-lights-around-boston-in-2021 Boston Common Holiday Tree Photo Credit: BostonDiscoveryGuide.com Commonwealth Avenue Mall Holiday Lights Photo Credit: https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/comm-ave-mall-holiday-lights-2020 Community Boating on the Esplanade Photo Credit: https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/ten-places-to-see-holiday-lights-around-boston-in-2021 Copley Square Holiday Tree Photo Credit: bostoncentral.com Frog Pond and State House Lights Photo Credit: https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/events/ten-places-to-see-holiday-lights-around-boston-in-2021 Holiday Trellis at Christopher Columbus Park Photo Credit: Friends of Christopher Columbus Park Macy's Holiday... More
Upcoming GMS Admission Events
Take a look at what events are happening within our programs at GMS. We look forward to admitting students for next year's class. Please note that all events are in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Previous GMS-wide Events Spring Virtual Fair February 26th, 2025 Access Recordings Here Upcoming Masters Programs Events MS in Oral Health Sciences Program Event Date Details Monthly Prospective Student Webinars April 30, 2025 Time-TBD More information and registration MS in Medical Sciences Program Event Date Details April Open House April 25th, 2025 12pm Registration Link GMS Events Across the Country Event Date Location Duke University Health Professions Fair Monday, March 24th, 6pm-8pm Duke University Campus, Penn Pavilion UNC Chapel Hill Health Professions and Schools Information Fair Tuesday, March 25th, 12pm-3pm UNC Chapel Hill Campus, Rams Head Recreation Center Wake Forest... More
Genetic Counseling Receives New Grant to Promote Diversity
On this year’s Genetic Counselor Awareness Day, Boston University School of Medicine’s MS Genetic Counseling Program (BUGCP) is announcing two exciting new initiatives to continue enhancing the training and expertise within the field of genetic counseling. For the 2021-2022 admissions cycle, BUGCP will offer enrollment in a dual degree MS MPH program with the School of Public Health, and will join the Alliance to Increase Diversity in Genetic Counseling – a scholarship and fellowship program for underrepresented students in the field. The Alliance to Increase Diversity in Genetic Counseling A lack of diversity in multiple dimensions is a major issue in most fields... More