Spotlights
Students, Faculty & Alumni
Applications to the AAAS CASE workshop in Washington, D.C. Due Feb 4
The AAAS Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) workshop in Washington, D.C. is taking place on March 24-27, 2019. This workshop is a great opportunity for graduate students in STEM disciplines to learn about science policy and advocacy. For more information: https://www.aaas.org/programs/catalyzing-advocacy-in-science-and-engineering. Additionally, BU Federal Relations has set up visits on Capitol Hill! All travel and lodging will be covered, as well as the workshop registration fee. We will select two students to represent each... More
Jan. 17 – BUMC Toastmasters Meeting
Is one of your resolutions to be a better speaker? If you want to be a better speaker, join Toastmasters. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders. Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a professional or student, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. Open... More
Join the Movement (BU Staff only!)
New Year, New You? We’ve got your resolutions covered. BU Employee Wellness invites you to take advantage of all we have to offer in 2019. Whether you made a resolution to become more active, practice mindfulness, or eat more greens and whole grains, we’re here to help! Free Chair Massage Healthy Cooking Demos Yoga Stretch and Breathe Elder Care Support Group Introduction to Mindfulness Mindfulness and Resilience Terriers Get Well Nutrition and Weight Management Program In addition to these workshops and programs, BU offers many... More
Free Yoga @BUMC on December 13!
PXH Winter Institute 2019
Winter Institute 2019 January 7–11, 2019 Same Great Programs, Better Travel Conditions ❄️ The PHX Winter Institute offers short, immersive programs, open to professionals, from across sectors, with all levels of public health knowledge. This winter, we are offering a range of programs virtually, so you can update or learn a new skill from anywhere. PHX provides a 25 percent discount to students, SPH alumni and BU faculty and staff. We also offer group and multi-course discounts. Learn More Online Program Live Online Workshops
SPH MED Strategic Planning Student Listening Session 12/5
GMS PhD Distinguished Alumni Honored
On September 14th, Graduate Medical Sciences held their inaugural Distinguished PhD Alumni Award Event. Faculty, doctoral students, postdoctoral fellows, and alumni enjoyed networking with one another as well as witnessing the presentation of the award to the two recipients, Dr. Erika Ebbel Angle ’12 and Dr. Steven Perrin ‘95. “It was a great to get to reconnect with our alumni and we look forward to connecting with even more next year,” said the Associate Provost... More
CHDI’s collaborative enablement of drug discovery for Huntington’s disease
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/BEST11619
Spotlight on Faculty: Elizabeth Whitney, Ph.D., M.S.P.T.
What brought you to Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM)? I came to BUSM in 1998 as a doctoral student in the Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology. Prior to this, I spent ten years at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) working as a physical therapist and five years teaching in the Physical Therapy Program at Simmons College where I received my Bachelor’s degree. Additionally, I participated in clinical research in the Physical Therapy Department at... More
Spotlight on Faculty: MaryAnn Campion, M.S., C.G.C.
Director of the Genetic Counseling Program in the Division of Graduate Medical Sciences (GMS) What do you think of when you think of your dream job? For MaryAnn Campion, Director of the Genetic Counseling Program in the Division of Graduate Medical Sciences (GMS), it is leadership, healthcare, and teaching. An active member of the GMS community, she continually influences her students to pursue successful careers in an evolving field while setting an example for her... More