The Lancet & CUGH Webinar Series Episode 1: Do you want to learn about getting published? Do you have any questions about the world of global health, where the opportunities and challenges lie? Join us for this interactive, one hour conversation with editors and leaders in global health. Students in low and middle-income countries are... Read more »
Hosted once a month on a Thursday from 5:00-7:00 pm, the goal of Global Health Happy Hour is to continue building strong connections and promote idea-sharing across the Triangle’s diverse global health community. Locations will change monthly – rotating between Chapel Hill, Raleigh and Durham. All are welcome. If you are interested in global health, please... Read more »
SPECIAL EPIDEMIOLOGY SEMINAR Coronavirus Outbreak: Biology, Epidemiology and Public Health Response Dr. Ralph Baric, Distinguished Professor Dr. Kim Powers, Associate Professor Dr. Aaron Fleischauer, Chief Science Officer at N.C. Division of Public Health Dr. David Weber, Professor Tuesday, March 3, 2020 10:00 a.m., 136 Tate-Turner-Kuralt Bldg (School of Social Work Auditorium) RSVP required.
Do you want to set yourself apart in the job search process? Do you want to improve your foreign language skills? Do you want to expand your global network? Do you want to see the world? If so, then come learn more about internships abroad! Open to all students, this workshop dispels myths about internships... Read more »
The Lancet & CUGH Global Health Webinar Series | Episode 2: Inequalities in global health abound. Gender, power, access to grants, scientific authorship, partnership benefits, training opportunities and more are frequently beset by structural inequalities. This webinar gives you an opportunity to offer advice and pose questions to the speakers on how to address this... Read more »
Emil Runge, director of programs for First Flight Venture Center, will share some of the ways that the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) is supporting the U.S. Government's ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) medical countermeasure development efforts. More information and tickets Contact Bryant Moore with questions.
The Lancet & CUGH Global Health Webinar Series | Episode 3: Global health is an ever-changing field. Take this opportunity to ask leaders in this space questions about how to advance your career in global health and international development. These leaders have a broad range of experience in the field and have occupied very senior... Read more »
The second COVID-19 Conversations webinar will discuss benefit-risk analysis of social/physical distancing strategies, including for vulnerable populations; examine strategies for mitigating mental health impacts; and explore what science is available to guide eventual relaxation of measures. The webinar will feature a panel of expert speakers, including: Sharon Inouye, MD, MPH (Moderator) - Professor of Medicine, Harvard... Read more »
Brought to you by the American Public Health Association and the National Academy of Medicine, this webinar series will explore the state of the science surrounding the current outbreak of COVID-19 in the United States and globally, with a focus on the emerging evidence on how to best mitigate its impact. Hear from trusted experts... Read more »
Dr. Bruce Gellin will be giving a talk on influenza vaccination (seasonal and pandemic) with a Q&A session following. “Influenza Vaccines and Vaccination: Lessons for and from COVID-19” Bruce Gellin, MD, MPH President, Global Immunization Sabin Vaccine Institute Monday, Apr. 13 3:35-5 p.m. Link: https://uncsph.zoom.us/j/4046535512
UNC AMWHO will be hosting the 2020 AMWHO COVID-19 Virtual Summit on Apr. 18 from 12-3:30 p.m. EST as an alternative platform to engage in conversations about global health with other passionate students during this unprecedented time. Students from around the world will discuss the global response to COVID-19 and engage with professionals during our... Read more »
The COVID-19 pandemic — and our response to this disease — has underscored deep, persistent societal inequities. The Emergency Preparedness, Ethics and Equity Series will explore how we can continue to foster inclusive excellence and health equity during the most turbulent of times. Speakers will explore ways to consistently apply culturally relevant, ethical and equitable... Read more »
Brought to you by the American Public Health Association and the National Academy of Medicine, this webinar series is exploring the state of the science surrounding the current outbreak of COVID-19 in the United States and globally, with a focus on the emerging evidence on how to best mitigate its impact. Hear from trusted experts... Read more »
**Global Grads workshops focus on support for international graduate and professional students.** Are you graduating and applying for Optional Practical Training (OPT)? Please join Amanda Mills, assistant director for student and support services in International Student and Scholar Services, for an overview of the OPT program and a Q&A session. You must register for this... Read more »
Brought to you by the American Public Health Association and the National Academy of Medicine, this webinar series is exploring the state of the science surrounding the current outbreak of COVID-19 in the United States and globally, with a focus on the emerging evidence on how to best mitigate its impact. Hear from trusted experts... Read more »
For international graduate and professional students. You must REGISTER for this event in advance; the Zoom link will be sent to you 15 minutes prior to the start of the... Read more »
Brought to you by the American Public Health Association and the National Academy of Medicine, this webinar series is exploring the state of the science surrounding the current outbreak of COVID-19 in the United States and globally, with a focus on the emerging evidence on how to best mitigate its impact. Hear from trusted experts... Read more »
The COVID-19 pandemic — and our response to this disease — have underscored deep, persistent societal inequities. The Emergency Preparedness, Ethics and Equity Series will explore how we can continue to foster inclusive excellence and health equity during the most turbulent of times. Speakers will explore ways to consistently apply culturally relevant, ethical and equitable... Read more »
Contact Tracing: Privacy vs. Protection Wednesday, May 20 at 2:00 p.m. ET https://kenaninstitute.unc.edu/event/webinar-rethinc-data-privacy-in-the-era-of-covid-19/ Governments around the globe are exploring how to leverage technology and data analytics to enable effective contact tracing to stem the spread of COVID-19. Join UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School Professor of Operations Jay Swaminathan as he hosts a panel of experts to explore how... Read more »
Thurston Arthritis Research Center/UNC Center for Core Clinical Research Speaker Series Featuring: Jennifer Leeman, DrPH, MPH, MDIV Associate Professor, UNC School of Nursing "An Introduction to implementation science: Speeding the translation of effective interventions to wide-scale practice" Wednesday, May 27 9:30-10:30 a.m. Registration required. Contact Council Mintz with any questions.
Brought to you by the American Public Health Association and the National Academy of Medicine, this webinar series is exploring the state of the science surrounding the current outbreak of COVID-19 in the United States and globally, with a focus on the emerging evidence on how to best mitigate its impact. Hear from trusted experts... Read more »
The Research, Innovations and Global Solutions office is hosting a “Building COVID-19 Research Collaborations” webinar on Friday, May 29 from 1-2 p.m. Kids and COVID: Overview, Epidemiology and Public Health Implications of the COVID-19 Pandemic Among the Youngest of Us SPEAKERS: Whitney Robinson, PhD, associate professor, Department of Epidemiology Aunchalee Palmquist, PhD, assistant professor, Department... Read more »
The COVID-19 pandemic — and our response to this disease — have underscored deep, persistent societal inequities. The Emergency Preparedness, Ethics and Equity Series will explore how we can continue to foster inclusive excellence and health equity during the most turbulent of times. Speakers will explore ways to consistently apply culturally relevant, ethical and equitable... Read more »
Brought to you by the American Public Health Association and the National Academy of Medicine, this webinar series is exploring the state of the science surrounding the current outbreak of COVID-19 in the United States and globally, with a focus on the emerging evidence on how to best mitigate its impact. Hear from trusted experts... Read more »
The COVID-19 pandemic, and our response to this disease, have underscored deep, persistent societal inequities. The Emergency Preparedness, Ethics and Equity Series will explore how we can continue to foster inclusive excellence and health equity during the most turbulent of times. Speakers will explore ways to consistently apply culturally relevant, ethical and equitable decision-making so that... Read more »
Brought to you by the American Public Health Association and the National Academy of Medicine, this webinar series is exploring the state of the science surrounding the current outbreak of COVID-19 in the United States and globally, with a focus on the emerging evidence on how to best mitigate its impact. Hear from trusted experts... Read more »
Brought to you by the American Public Health Association and the National Academy of Medicine, this webinar series is exploring the state of the science surrounding the current outbreak of... Read more »
The Student Global Health Committee is planning a “Back to School – Student Global Health Committee (SGHC) Happy Hour” on Wednesday, Aug. 5, from 7-8 p.m. to allow new and... Read more »
Research, Innovations and Global Solutions is hosting a “Building COVID-19 Research Collaborations” webinar on Tuesday, August 11 from 10-11 a.m. Where is SARS-CoV-2 and how does it get there? Current... Read more »
Research, Innovation and Global Solutions is hosting an information session about global health opportunities (internships, fellowships, funding, events, student groups and more) at the Gillings School and around the Triangle.... Read more »
Brought to you by the American Public Health Association and the National Academy of Medicine, this webinar series is exploring the state of the science surrounding the current outbreak of... Read more »
Research, Innovation and Global Solutions is hosting an information session about global health opportunities (internships, fellowships, funding, events, student groups and more) at the Gillings School and around the Triangle.... Read more »
FHI 360, in partnership with Gillings Global Health Solutions, offers a year-long funded research fellowship program for first-year master's students and 1st and 2nd-year doctoral students. The fellowship covers in-state... Read more »
Join Tar Heels Together for University Research Week’s capstone event, featuring a lively panel discussion on Carolina’s sustained, holistic response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Presenting an all-star panel of frontline... Read more »
FHI 360, in partnership with Gillings Global Health Solutions, offers a year-long funded research fellowship program for first-year master's students and 1st- and 2nd-year doctoral students. The fellowship covers in-state... Read more »
FHI 360, in partnership with Gillings Global Health Solutions, offers a year-long funded research fellowship program for first-year master's students and 1st- and 2nd-year doctoral students. The fellowship covers in-state... Read more »
UNC-IntraHealth Summer Fellows Program will be holding two virtual information sessions at noon and 5 p.m. on Oct. 28 for Gillings first-year master's students and current doctoral students to learn... Read more »
UNC-IntraHealth Summer Fellows Program will be holding two virtual information sessions at noon and 5 p.m. on Oct. 28 for Gillings first-year master's students and current doctoral students to learn more about the Fellows program. This is a funded 10-week fellowship during the summer. A representative from IntraHealth and previous fellows will be in attendance... Read more »
On Thursday, October 29, the Partnership for Healthy Cities—supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the World Health Organization and Vital Strategies—is holding its first discussion to feature the voices of global health leaders and leading mayors on... Read more »
Please join Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations Mary Beth Knight, PhD, and fellow faculty members to learn more about the process of seeking research and related funds from private sponsors; specific strategies for success; and the UNC resources available to support your efforts in this process. Discover actionable steps toward diversifying your funding portfolio... Read more »
Dr. Dilshad Jaff is the first Gillings Humanitarian Fellow. He will share his current experience, challenges and solutions to working in the field. Dr. Jaff completed his Master of Public... Read more »
The Public Health Student Leadership Association presents “Leadership in Public Health”. This virtual panel will feature six Gillings School of Global Public Health alumni from diverse backgrounds. Join them for a virtual discussion and Q&A session on Nov. 11 at 5:30 p.m. Panelists include: Dr. Vaughn Upshaw, Panel Moderator, Professor and Leadership in Practice Concentration... Read more »
The first general body meeting of the Student Global Health Committee will be on Jan 27 from 12:30 - 1 p.m. Bring lunch and stop by to hear about the... Read more »
Supporting students in difficult situations can be confusing, challenging and time-consuming. Our students face a variety of issues that are complex. We want to make sure you have the resources to assist you when you are approached by students. This webinar will allow faculty and staff to engage and practice with colleagues on ways to... Read more »
Save the Date for Improving Quality of Care in Humanitarian Healthcare: Experiences from Doctors Without Borders on Feb. 4 at noon. Anna Freeman, a Gillings MPH alumna in maternal and... Read more »
This workshop qualifies for 1 hour of credit toward the Gillings School's annual inclusive excellence training requirement for faculty and staff. The goal of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Diversity Supplement program is to enhance the diversity of the research workforce by recruiting and supporting students, postdoctorates and eligible investigators from underrepresented backgrounds, including... Read more »
What’s happening with COVID-19 variants? How might they affect the community? What’s the latest on trends, variants, vaccines and vaccine roll-out in North Carolina? What’s the state of the science regarding medications, transmission, COVID-19 on college campuses, treatment protocols and herd immunity? What does the future hold? Join experts in epidemiology to find out answers... Read more »
GILLINGSX 2021 - RESILIENCE IN TIMES OF CRISIS SESSION 1: WHAT CAN WE LEARN FROM PAST GLOBAL EXPERIENCES? Monday, March 22 @ 1 p.m. | Registration required Defusing the 'Cultural... Read more »
GILLINGSX 2021 – RESILIENCE IN TIMES OF CRISIS SESSION 2: RESILIENCE WITHIN THE INDIVIDUAL Wednesday, March 24 @8 a.m. | Registration required Is Self-Compassion a Key to Resilience? - Dr.... Read more »
GILLINGSX 2021 – RESILIENCE IN TIMES OF CRISIS SESSION 3: GROWTH DURING A PANDEMIC Thursday, March 25 @ 8 p.m. | Registration required Behind the Front Lines: the Role of... Read more »
What are the structural and systemic barriers experienced by entrepreneurs of color? Join a panel of Gillings School alumni and faculty entrepreneurs on April 1 to learn more about their experience starting public health consultancies, empowering girls, building resilience in rural communities and more! Registration required. Featuring: Jean G. Orelien, DrPH, BIOS ’07, founder of... Read more »
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. APHA creates new NPHW materials each year that can be used during... Read more »
Join The Graduate School's Leadership Development Scholars Program for their Global Health Research Experts Panel, featuring: Dr. Suzanne Maman: Professor in the Department of Health Behavior, Associate dean for Global... Read more »
Join The Graduate School's Leadership Development Scholars Program for their Global Health Research Experts Panel, featuring: Dr. Suzanne Maman: Professor in the Department of Health Behavior, Associate dean for Global... Read more »
Dr. Judi Aubel has worked for years in community development programs in Africa, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific. Her long-standing concern has been the gap between cultural context, roles,... Read more »
This event is only for international students in the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health. All international students in the Gillings Community are encouraged to attend. This event will... Read more »
Interested in global health or innovation or both? Join the global health team and the Student Global Health Committee to learn about resources and opportunities around Gillings, UNC and the... Read more »
The American Academy of Diplomacy (AAD), in collaboration with the Office of the Vice Provost for Global Affairs at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, will host its... Read more »
We provide a platform to help international students figure out ways to navigate some of the challenges of being an international student at Gillings, offering emotional and mental support as... Read more »
The 2021 UNC Water and Health Conference: Science, Policy, and Practice will be held October 4 – 8, 2021 virtually from the comfort of your home or office. The Conference... Read more »
The 2021 UNC Water and Health Conference: Science, Policy, and Practice will be held October 4 – 8, 2021 virtually from the comfort of your home or office. The Conference... Read more »
The 2021 UNC Water and Health Conference: Science, Policy, and Practice will be held October 4 – 8, 2021 virtually from the comfort of your home or office. The Conference... Read more »
The 2021 UNC Water and Health Conference: Science, Policy, and Practice will be held October 4 – 8, 2021 virtually from the comfort of your home or office. The Conference... Read more »
The 2021 UNC Water and Health Conference: Science, Policy, and Practice will be held October 4 – 8, 2021 virtually from the comfort of your home or office. The Conference... Read more »
Dr. Musa Manga is a Sanitation and Environmental engineer with over ten years of experience in professional practice, fundamental and applied scientific research on water, sanitation and environmental engineering in... Read more »
Join the Research, Innovation and Global Solutions office for a fun event to get to know/explore UNC and a fall-themed activity at the end! The organizers need to know how... Read more »
This event qualifies for 1 hour of credit toward the Gillings School's annual inclusive excellence training requirement for faculty and staff. Save the date for Nov. 3 at noon. The... Read more »
How does the global health sector evolve to continue to deliver impact in a changing world? The TGHC 2021 annual conference is taking place after a year in which we... Read more »
Please join the Research, Innovation and Global Solutions office to learn more about a year-long funded global health fellowship opportunity with FHI 360. A representative from FHI 360 will discuss... Read more »
