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“Back to On-Campus Work,” Phase 4 Guide
Message from Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer and Gary Nicksa, Senior Vice President for Operations. More
Dr. Joseph Mizgerd to Deliver 2020 University Lecture
From Cough to COVID: How Respiratory Infections Produce Problems and Our Bodies Fight Back Nov. 17 | 5 p.m. | Zoom event RSVP by clicking on the following link: 2020 University Lecture Upon registration, you will receive an email with login details for the event. Established in 1950, the University Lecture spotlights the outstanding and thought-provoking research of a... More
Important Updates on Compliance with COVID-19 Health and Safety Protocols
Message from Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer and Gary Nicksa, Senior Vice President for Operations. More
Alumni Medical Library Safe Behaviors/Practices Project
The Alumni Medical Library, assisted by a team led by Tom Rose, PhD, Director, HR & Team Member, Healthway Surveillance and Response, is conducting a pilot study observing safe behaviors practiced by students on L-11, L-12 and L-13. More
UPDATE: Where to Eat on the Medical Campus
As the weather turns colder and given that face coverings must be worn in public places such as the L Building lobby, library and classrooms, you will need to find other places to eat. While outdoors is still preferred, here are some choices for you to consider. More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Sept. 24
Researchers please review plans and submit revisions as needed as research activities continue to ramp up on campus. The Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine held a virtual training for its new Carbon M Series 3D printer (a large-scale production printer capable of printing 20 dental models in as little as two hours) More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Sept. 17
Sign up for the BUMC Flu Shot clinic Sept. 21-25. Researchers, PPE is available through the PPE Supply Center. The Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine continues to move forward with Phase 3 resumption of in-person patient care. More
9/22 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: A Conversation with José Massó
A Conversation with José Massó, producer and host of WBUR’s ¡Con Salsa! Sept. 22 | 5 p.m. | Via Zoom Please use this link This promises to be a lively conversation addressing Hispanic affairs, racial relations, the Spanish language, music and culture, and the current social climate in our community. The event will be led by Dr. Rafael Ortega, More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Sept. 10
Check out "Ask the Expert," a new Q&A feature, revised classroom hours, Zoom reminders, and research and GSDM updates. More
Plan for Symptomatic Student Testing for All BUMC Students (MD, GMS, Dental, SPH)
Boston Medical Center is providing on-campus testing thru its Influenza-Like Illness (ILI) Clinic for BUMC students who have symptoms and are advised by BU Healthway, BU’s SHS portal to its COVID-19 community health services, to get COVID testing. More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Sept. 3
The virtual GMS Orientation for incoming Master’s and PhD students was held on Monday, Aug 31. GSDM will expand its Saturday schedule beginning Sept. 12. More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Aug. 27
BU moves forward in phase 3 of its four-phase reopening and provides a clear explanation of the required public health guidelines. GSDM will open its new Simulation Learning Center on Saturdays, beginning Aug. 29, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. for pre- and postdoctoral academic sessions and individual practice. More
COVID-19 Violations and Repercussions
The following was sent to all BU students on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 by Kenneth Elmore, JD, Associate Provost and Dean of Students. More
Publish Your Art in WHORL 2020, 25th Anniversary Edition
When the BUSM Creative Arts Society was founded, it began mounting Art Days and produced the literary journal, Whorl (all prior print and online editions are here). Now, at a time when our faces are either on a screen or half hidden behind masks, we need as much concrete, touchable, tangible beauty as possible. Whorl... More
8/21 GSDM Update from Dean Hutter
Dean Hutter shares information about public health commitments and expectations, updates on biomedical research, clinical activities and elevator capacity. More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Aug. 20
The Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine successfully moved to the second phase of its resumption of in-person patient care, increasing its patient capacity to 50 percent, plus MD student and research recovery updates. Chequers Café in the L-building is reopening on Monday. More
Faculty/Staff Health Commitments, Expectations, Compliance, Resources
Please see the Aug. 14 letter to all BU faculty and staff regarding health commitments, expectations, compliance and resources. Review and complete the COVID-19 Health Commitments and Expectations Pledge prior to returning to Campus. More
Medical Campus Classrooms Added to the Find a Classroom Website
BUMC classrooms are now included on BU’s Find a Classroom site. You can search by building, room number, capacity or equipment. Room details include LfA reduced-capacity seating plans, classroom images, room features and available technology equipment. Additional images and other information is still being added. Hopefully this enhancement will help to orient faculty, students and staff to... More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Aug. 13
GSDM classes begin in the school’s new auditorium and Sim Center, plus BUSM MD and PA program updates. More
BU’s COVID-19 Testing Passes Its First Test
Pilot trial of 287 students on Medical Campus offers confidence to system operators. More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: Aug. 6
Learn about the BUMC COVID-19 Testing Pilot Program, building ventilation systems, L-12 Library and L-11 Testing Center reopening, and where to eat on the Medical Campus. Welcome to the new dental and first-year medical students! More
Where to Eat on the Medical Campus
Are you back on campus and unsure of where to eat your lunch? More
Academic Calendar for the Fall 2020 Semester and Travel Guidance for Thanksgiving Break
Guidance from Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer. More
BUMC LfA Video Overview, Practice Sessions & Resources
Find links to an FAQ, cheat sheets, quick video tutorials, and a request for virtual training on a variety of educational technology tools. More
Weekly Safe Return to BUMC Update: July 30
The BUMC COVID-19 Pilot Testing program for students, which is by appointment, will run July 27-Aug. 14. New parking rates go into effect Aug. 10. GSDM will move into phase 2 in reopening its Patient Treatment Centers on Aug. 10 and the Department of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics will resume Saturday appointments on Aug. 15. More