Students On Tap – BPSO @ Backlash Brewery on 11/14

Join BPSO at Backlash Brewing on Thursday, November 14th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm for a for-students/by-students science on tap series! Join us for the first event and hear about research being done by fellow biomedical PhD students. Our speakers in November come from Anatomy and Neurobiology, Neuroscience, and Pharmacology! RSVP... More

Take the Diversity Climate Survey

Students, faculty and staff in the School of Medicine and residents/fellows at Boston Medical Center are urged to participate in an anonymous survey designed to determine diversity-related attitudes and perceptions. Strong participation is needed to maximize the accuracy of the survey. We last completed a similar appraisal two years ago... More

Overview of PhD Career Opportunities – 10/21

This comprehensive seminar provides an overview of career opportunities in the life sciences sector with emphasis on the various skills, aptitudes, competencies, and personalities that thrive in this sector. Both research and non-research career paths such as consulting, product development and business development are discussed. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/best102119 Date: October 21, 2019 Time:... More

National Depression Screening Day – 10/10

BU holds free, confidential, anonymous testing today for National Depression Screening Day, at the GSU from noon to 3:30 pm and at FitRec from 4 to 7 pm on the Charles River Campus, and at 72 East Concord St. in the Lobby from 4 to 7 pm on the Medical... More

Pediatric Neurology Volunteer Opportunity

Become a Mentor with Transition Together! We are seeking compassionate and motivated medical students to serve as mentors in an exciting new program called Transition Together. As a mentor, you'll help a young person with epilepsy meet their goals towards medical independence and build relationships with pediatric neurology providers and researchers. More

New BUMC Public Safety Phone Number 617-358-4444

Public Safety services between Boston University and Boston Medical Center have been separating over the past several months. The final separation step is the call dispatch function. Effective at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3, the phone number to reach BU Medical Campus Public Safety services will be 617-358-4444. Boston... More

Flu Shots for Students

Flu Shots Student Health Services will be providing flu shots to students on the Med Campus on the following days: ·    Friday Sept. 20 from 1:30-4 p.m. in Hiebert Lounge ·    Tuesday, Sept. 24 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in L412/414 ·    Thursday, Sept. 26 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in L109AC ·    Wednesday, Oct. 2 from... More

10/9 CV/Resume Building Workshop

WPDC is hosting a CV/Resume building workshop, partnered with BU's BEST and Lauren Celano, CEO of Propel Careers. Please RSVP if you wish to attend, and be sure to bring a working copy of your CV and/or Resume to this event. Food and beverages will be provided. Sign up here

NRSA Workshop: Understanding the NIH Process – 10/15

This workshop will be dedicated to providing clarity to the pre-award and administrative process involving submitting an application to NIH. This includes, but is not limited to: 1. Identifying the correct funding opportunity. 2. Choosing the appropriate funding institute. 3. Interpreting guidelines. 4. Identifying applicable documents to prepare. 5. Electronic application creation. 6. The internal BU... More

Boston Symphony Orchestra College Cards Available for Students

Students can drop by the GMS office, L-317, to pick-up a Boston Symphony Orchestra College Card. These cards are available first come first serve. The College Card is the best way for students to experience the BSO on a regular basis. For only $25, College Card holders can attend many BSO... More

PhD Students & Post-Docs Apply Now: Dr. Erika Ebbel Angle Community Service Award

The Dr. Erika Ebbel Angle Community ServiceAward will be used to fund biomedical Ph.D. students and/or postdoctoral researchers to develop or expand a project dedicated to service in the STEM field. Scientific community outreach activities could include interactions with educators, community leaders, non-profit organizations or foundations. Think broadly and consider STEM... More

Elevator Pitch Workshop – 9/25

Do you have a clear explanation of what you research when people ask during networking situations or at family reunions? Here is your chance to perfect it. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/best92519 Date: September 25, 2019 Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Location: 24 Cummington Mall, Room LSE-103

BPSO Business Meeting – 9/25

The first BPSO Business Meeting of the Fall semester.  Come hear about developments for Biomedical PhD students at BU and represent your PhD Program. Date: September 25, 2019 Time: 2pm - 4pm E-mail BPSO@bu.org for more details and to join our newsletter mailing list.

UGSO Academic Research Symposium 9/26

Please join The UGSO Academic Research Symposium Organizing Committee on September 26th, 2019 from 4-8PM for an evening of interdisciplinary talks, posters, discussion, and socializing. The program will include keynotes by Crystal Williams, Associate Provost for Diversity and Inclusion, and Dr. Karen Warkentin, Professor of Biology and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. As... More

Special Lecture: Pemphigus Patient 10/1/2018

There will be a special lecture by Ms. Ellen Levine, a patient educator from the International Pemphigus & Pemphigoid Foundation (IPPF), who will present her personal story of the diagnostic journey of a pemphigus patient. The presentation will be Monday, October 1st at 12:00 noon in the 670 Auditorium. Lunch... More