Faculty Development Seminars – July 2025
Dear colleagues, Faculty at SPH have access to a wide variety of opportunities for faculty development. The portfolio of programs and resources, which are described in the Faculty Handbook, includes our Faculty Development Seminar Series (FDSS). The FDSS is updated each semester to include seminars and workshops from three different sectors: SPH department-level events, SPH […]
A Summer Note
Dear SPH, It was the happiest of times and the most difficult of times at SPH this semester. There were the days that I enjoyed—Convocation and its hundreds of handshakes, the latest publication by one of our graduate students, feeling the energy of the admissions staff in New York City meeting prospective students—and the challenging […]
1PM Early Release on July 3
Dear Colleagues, In observance of the July 4th holiday, SPH will close early this Thursday, July 3, at 1:00 p.m., allowing all employees the opportunity to enjoy an extended weekend. Wishing you a restful and enjoyable holiday. Warm regards, Ira Lazic Associate Dean for Administration and Finance
Update on Dean Search – Finalist Identified
Dear SPH Faculty and Staff, Following a comprehensive and competitive national search, we have identified a finalist for the position of Dean of the School of Public Health. The candidate has accepted and signed the offer letter, conditional upon approval of their professorial appointment. At this stage, we are keeping the finalist’s name confidential due […]
Announcing the 2025 SPH Reads Selection: “Ripples of Hope in the Mississippi Delta: Charting the Health Equity Policy Agenda”
Dear colleagues, This year for our 2025 – 2026 SPH Reads Series, we have chosen Ripples of Hope in the Mississippi Delta: Charting the Health Equity Policy Agenda, written by David K. Jones, and edited by Debra Bingham, Nicole Huberfeld, and Sarah H. Gordon. For those new to the community, SPH Reads is an annual school-wide reading program […]
Data Science Supplemental Research Awards – Deadline June 20
Dear Colleagues, I’m pleased to share that the Center for Health Data Science is offering a Supplemental Research Award for BU faculty whose federal grant was terminated in 2025. The award will provide data analytic support for researchers to continue making progress on their valuable work. Support will be provided by experienced data analysts at […]
On the Passing of Professor George Annas
Dear Colleagues, As shared in Dean Stein’s message to the community yesterday, the passing of Professor George Annas is deeply saddening. While we recognize that each member of our community processes grief differently, we want to ensure that everyone is aware of the support resources available. Any member of our community who wishes to speak with […]
Deeply sad news regarding Professor Annas
Dear Colleagues, I am writing today with very sad news. Professor George Annas passed away on May 30 after a short, unexpected illness. We do not have funeral or memorial details yet, but we will be in touch with plans for celebrating George’s legacy. Professor Annas was a cherished member of the Boston University community […]
Faculty Development Seminars – June 2025
Dear colleagues, Faculty at SPH have access to a wide variety of opportunities for faculty development. The portfolio of programs and resources, which are described in the Faculty Handbook, includes our Faculty Development Seminar Series (FDSS). The FDSS is updated each semester to include seminars and workshops from three different sectors: SPH department-level events, SPH […]
Additional Day Off on June 20, 2025
To the BUSPH Community, In recognition of your hard work and dedication, we are pleased to announce that Friday, June 20, 2025 will be an additional day off for all BUSPH staff and faculty, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. This day is intended to provide time for rest, reflection, and renewal. Thank you for […]