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UW School of Public Health 2024 Graduation Celebration

WHERE: ALASKA AIRLINES ARENA AT HEC EDMUNDSON PAVILION

WHEN: SUNDAY; JUNE 9TH, 2024

TIME: 11 AM – 1:30 PM

  • Doors open at 10 am. 
  • Cake reception will follow right after.

Students must RSVP to participate. Please check back later for RSVP form.

Register for graduation

Graduation RSVP – Students

Please save the date for our SPH Graduation Celebration on Sunday, June 9 at Alaska Airlines Arena on UW Campus. We hope you will join us in celebrating the tremendous accomplishments of the class of 2024.

Please stay tuned for more information on the UWSPH Graduation Celebration or email SPH Student Academic Services staff at sphsas@uw.edu!

More details

The 11th Annual Undergraduate Symposium will be held in-person on Thursday, May 23, 2024 4-6pm at the Hans Rosling Center for Population Health (HRC).

The Undergraduate Symposium is a chance for students from across the School’s undergraduate majors and minors to demonstrate how they have applied the knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to address public health problems through research, internship, and capstone experiences. Students from the following programs are invited to present:  Environmental Public Health MajorFood Systems, Nutrition, and Health MajorHealth Informatics and Health Information Management MajorPublic Health-Global Health MajorEnvironmental Public Health MinorGlobal Health Minor, and Nutrition Minor.

The Symposium also provides a forum for current students, prospective students, faculty and the community to discuss current topics in public health.

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The 26th annual MPH Practicum Symposium & Reception

Inviting the public health community to the 26th annual MPH Practicum Symposium & Reception on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024 from 3 PM – 5 PM in the HUB Ballroom.

A series of virtual student presentations will also be conducted through Zoom from Monday, April 8th to Thursday, April 11th, 2024 from 12 PM – 1:20 PM each day. This option is available for students, families, faculty, site supervisors, community partners, and more to participate if they reside outside of Seattle, Washington.

RSVP to the in-person event and/or the virtual presentations below to receive communication leading up to the event.

Symposium information

Public health and career events in April

Attend events on using your public health degree in the workforce, perinatal mental health, Ukraine healthcare and more

 

WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.

Applications to the PH-GH major for Autumn 2024 admissions are due Friday, March 29th 2024 at 11:59pm. 

The next application round opens on Friday Sept 13th 2024 and closes Friday Oct 11th 2024 at 11:59pm.

Application Information

The Academy Health Annual Research Meeting has several scholarships that are open for applications. Selected recipients of both scholarships will receive complimentary registration for the Anuucal Research Meeting on June 29 - July 2, 2024 in Baltimore, MD. 

Diversity Scholars Program

The AcademyHealth Diversity Scholars Program supports the professional development of underrepresented racial/ethnic minority groups in the field of health services research. This year, we are providing ten scholarships that include complimentary travel and registration for the Annual Research Meeting in Baltimore, MD, June 29 – July 2, 2024.

Application Deadline: Monday, March 11, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. ET

 

Alice S. Hersh Student Scholarship

The Alice S. Hersh Student Scholarship is designed to encourage professional and educational development in health services research and policy among student members. This year, the scholarship will provide free registration to the 2024 Annual Research Meeting for two selected applicants. Current AcademyHealth student members who are enrolled full-time in a masters or doctoral program are encouraged to apply.

 

Application Deadline: Monday, March 11, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. ET

The APHA Kaiser Permanente Community Health Fellowship provides an immersive year-long work experience for early-career professionals who have a conferred MPH, DrPH or PhD in public health from one of our partner universities. Fellows receive a $120,000 stipend and other benefits. For more information regarding the fellowship, please visit our website

Join Community Health Center, Inc.’s National Health Center Training and Technical Assistance Partners (NTTAP) for our 6-month Health Professions Student Training Learning Collaborative! This learning collaborative is aimed at supporting health centers in establishing a sustainable and effective model for training students.

This six-month participatory learning experience is designed to provide transformational strategies and coaching support to help organizations evaluate, replicate and sustain a health professions student training program. This opportunity includes presentations on replicable models to train the next generation.

Applications are open

Scholarships and Funding
 
The Office of Dean has several scholarships available for students. This week applications for several scholarships will be open. If you are interested in applying, please make sure to visit the website for updates, deadlines, applications and other information.

REMINDER: DRS Accommodations for Winter

Already have DRS accommodations?

If you haven’t already activated your accommodations for winter quarter via MyDRS, now is a great time to do so. While you can activate your accommodations at any point during the quarter, doing so now ensures your teaching teams have enough time to make a plan for your accommodations prior to the first day of class. This also reduces stress on both you and your instructors down the road! Even if you feel like you might not need accommodations next quarter, I’d encourage you to still activate them. That way you and your instructors will be prepared in case anything unexpected comes up. If you feel your accommodation needs have changed, you should reach out to DRS with any updated documentation.


Short-Term/Emergent Accommodations

A quick reminder that DRS also provides short-term accommodations for temporary or urgent health needs that may come up unexpectedly during the year. This includes a wide range of emergent health conditions, including concussion, hospitalization, pregnancy, mental health crisis, and more.


Considering Applying?

DRS provides accommodations related to a wide range of disabilities and/or health conditions, including sensory, mobility, psychosocial, chronic illness, and more. If you do not have DRS accommodations and believe you qualify, it is never too late in your academic career to apply. It should be noted that it can take 4-6 weeks to meet with a DRS staff member after applying, therefore, apply as soon as you suspect you may need accommodations. If you have any questions on the process or want more information, please email Chelsea Elkins.

Public Health Colombia: Health & Justice for Indigenous and Afro-Colombians 2024

This short visit will be an exploration of Colombia’s efforts to improve health for disenfranchised populations through a social justice lens. The visit will focus on the health and welfare of Indigenous and Afro-Colombian populations who have long been marginalized in Colombian society. The 12-day program will take place mostly in Bogota, Colombia, with one 3-day trip to Popayan and Cali. The experience has been designed by Sinergias, an interdisciplinary Bogata-based non-governmental organization dedicated to improving health and welfare for diverse populations throughout Colombia.

Apply by 12/01/2023

Funding Available for 2023–24 Student Projects

The Northwest Center for Public Health Practice has stipends to support student projects during the 2023–24 academic year.

Approximately twenty students will be awarded up to $3,500 each for public health projects conducted in Washington, Alaska, Idaho, and Oregon. Funds will be distributed directly to students and are intended to help them defray living expenses during their hands-on learning experience.

Stipends are available for undergraduate juniors and seniors and graduate students enrolled in public health, psychology, sociology, and social work degree programs. Individuals on temporary or student visas are not eligible.

Proposals will be evaluated based on public health practice focus, attention to underserved areas and populations, and feasibility.

Learn more about the application process and read about funded projects from past years. Contact Barb Rose for more information.

UW School of Public Health has a new MPH application process using SOPHAS.

APPLY ONLINE

To be considered for a UW MPH degree program, you must complete both a SOPHAS application and a UW Graduate School online application. You will start the application process in SOPHAS, which will guide you through both that application and the UW Graduate School application.

COMPLETE A SOPHAS APPLICATION

 

MPH Application

 

 

WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.

Applications to the PH-GH major for Winter 2024 admissions are due Friday, 10/13/23, at 11:59pm. 

The next application round opens on Friday March 1, 2024 and closes Friday March 29, 2024.

Application Information

Updated 7/24/23

The University implemented the changes outlined in the message to the UW community from Dr. Geoff Gottlieb, chair of the University Advisory Committee on Communicable Diseases. Key updates include:

  • As of July 19, 2023, face coverings are optional in most indoor locations (with limited exceptions summarized below).
  • As of June 12, 2023, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) is no longer responding to cases of COVID-19 illness or performing individual contact tracing in most situations. We will continue to be available to provide consultation, guidance, and outbreak response.
  • The UW-wide COVID-19 Vaccination Policy has been archived; the COVID-19 vaccination requirement has ended for University personnel outside of UW Medicine healthcare facilities and the student Health Sciences Immunization Program (HSIP).
  • Changes to COVID-19 policy are reflected in the University’s updated COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan and Summary.


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The 2023 School of Public Health Graduation

On June 11, we recognized our students from the class of 2023 as they celebrated their graduation from the UW School of Public Health. We are incredibly proud of our undergraduate and graduate alumni!

As part of our celebration, we delighted in the words of SPH Alumni of Impact, Alejandro Varela, as he delivered “welcome to the profession” remarks to eager students and their families.

Graduation event photos available

In response to the current and anticipated public health situation, we are continuing to move the University out of an emergency response mode. I’m writing on behalf of the University’s Advisory Committee on Communicable Diseases to outline what this will mean for our University community. The changes in University policies and practices outlined in this message will be effective June 12, unless otherwise noted.

Face covering policy

The UW will align its face covering policy with local public health agencies’ guidance. Masks will be optional outside of health-care settings, and we ask that you respect individuals’ choices regarding mask wearing in these situations.

Masks continue to be required in UW health-care settings until at least June 30.

Updates to the face covering policy will be maintained on the University’s Face Covering Policy page. The UW will continue to provide free, high-quality masks.

Vaccine requirements changing

With the increased level of community immunity and following updated Food and Drug Administration guidelines, the UW will discontinue its requirement that employees and students receive a COVID-19 vaccine. This follows guidance from public health officials and is in alignment with other Washington universities. Being up to date on COVID-19 vaccination remains very highly encouraged.

One exception is for those in health-care settings. While we anticipate vaccination requirements will change for this group as well, a final decision is pending updated information from the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services. Additional communications will be sent to impacted health-care personnel once the UW COVID-19 vaccination policy for health-care facilities is updated.

First-time students being admitted for summer 2023, autumn 2023 or later quarters will no longer need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Students covered by the Health Sciences Immunization Program will continue to follow the vaccination requirements communicated by the program staff.

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UW has introduced its new centralized accessibility webpage, which highlights a wide range of resources on accessible technologywayfindingevents and disability inclusion.

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HRC Building access update for SPH Undergraduate Students
Effective today, SPH Undergraduate students will have Husky card access privileges for the Hans Rosling Center floors 2-8 during the official building hours of 7:45 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Access privileges for the ground and 1st floors remain unchanged and accessible as before. This updated business policy communication aims to optimize the experience of our valued SPH undergraduate students by providing clarity and convenience for their utilization of the Hans Rosling Center's facilities.

 

The 10th Annual Undergraduate Symposium will be held in-person on Thursday, May 25, 4-6pm at the Hans Rosling Center for Population Health (HRC).

The Undergraduate Symposium is a chance for students from across the School’s undergraduate majors and minors to demonstrate how they have applied the knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to address public health problems through research, internship, and capstone experiences.

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The University of Washington School of Public Health (UW SPH) has been ranked No. 5 among public health graduate schools in the U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2023, up from last year’s position of No. 9.  

The School tied with Columbia University and the University of Michigan — Ann Arbor for No. 5, and had four departments — biostatistics (No. 6), environmental and occupational health sciences (No. 8), epidemiology (No. 9) and social behavior (No. 10) — in the top 10. The School's health policy and management program also ranked 12th in the country. 

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The 25th annual MPH Practicum Symposium & Reception

was held on Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Information and Student Bios

Symposium Photo Gallery

Our four institutes immerse you in cutting edge statistical knowledge from leading experts and educators. SISG and SISMID will be held in person at the University of Washington campus in Seattle. SISCER and SISBID will be held online.

Now accepting scholarship applications. Apply by March 10

Registration details

 

JULY 10-28, 2023 (IN PERSON)
JULY 10 - 26, 2023 (IN PERSON)
JULY 10 - AUGUST 4, 2023 (ONLINE)
JULY 24 - AUGUST 4, 2023 (ONLINE)

To memorialize student Carl James Dunlap, this $2,000 Scholarship will support a student achieving their educational goals. Target to a student with a disability(ies) and with financial need.

Questions? Contact the D Center at dcenter@uw.edu

The Northwest Center for Public Health Practice is still accepting applications to support student projects in Washington, Alaska, Idaho, and Oregon during the 2022–23 school year.

Eligible students will be awarded up to $3,500 each to help them with living expenses during their hands-on learning experience. Applications are evaluated based on the project’s public health practice focus, attention to underserved areas and populations, and feasibility.

Funding Eligibility

  • Project work must be based in Washington, Alaska, Idaho, or Oregon and address populations in those states.
  • Applicants must be undergraduate (juniors and seniors) or graduate students enrolled in public health, psychology, sociology, and social work degree programs in Washington, Alaska, Idaho, or Oregon.
  • Individuals on temporary or student visas are not eligible.

Learn more about application deadlines and procedures and read about funded projects from past years. Applications close March 15, 2023.

The Northwest Center for Public Health Practice at the University of Washington School of Public Health is one of ten regional Public Health Training Centers funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration.

 

Get tested for influenza, RSV and COVID-19, all through one test from the Husky Coronavirus Testing program. There are no changes to testing processes, kits or nasal swabs, and you will now receive results on all three viruses through the portal. 

Systems Change for Health and Sustainability in Costa Rica & the United States

Interdisciplinary program to facilitate the development of “change agents,” who are committed to sustainability and health

ENVH 490 6 credits June 20–July 19, 2023

Information Session January 9, 2023 11:00 am
https://washington.zoom.us/j/97538030022

This month-long program is an opportunity to compare systems that support health and sustainability in the United States and Costa Rica, including agriculture, food systems, occupational health, water, and energy.

The first two weeks of the course take place in Washington state, primarily at the University of Washington Seattle campus and on Coast Salish lands. We will meet daily for 4 hours, and we have multiple field trips planned around NW Washington, including visits to campus and community farms and demonstration sites that support healthy soils, ecosystems, and sustainable communities.

The latter two weeks will be held in Costa Rica in partnership with Earth Education International (EEI) and Rancho Mastatal, both experienced locally based sustainability education organizations. We will begin in San Ramón, Costa Rica, where we will explore the Universidad de Costa Rica, local farmer markets, and cultural museums to gain a perspective on the social, cultural, and historical contexts of the country. We will also visit a local company that promotes green chemistry and cleaning products, as well as organic agroecology. Next, we will travel to La Fortuna, visiting an eco-lodge, an organic farm (where we will participate in experiential service learning), and a site for geothermal energy. The last week will be in Mastatal, a remote region of Costa Rica that is home to Rancho Mastatal, a sustainable education center specializing in natural building, farm to table, permaculture, and resource management. We will engage with a local cocoa farmer, hike in the rain forest with local experts, and engage in experiential learning about local food and energy systems. 

By using a systems thinking approach, we will explore concepts related to environmental and occupational health, global standards for reporting sustainability, local foodshed mapping, chemical footprinting, and soil fertility strategies in both the United States and Costa Rica.

Apply by January 31, 2023 https://www.washington.edu/studyabroad/now-acceptingapplications-for/

VISUAL RESEARCH METHODS

An Authorative Source, Mechanism and Form of Scholarly Expression in Qualitative Inquiry

Dr. Brinda Jegatheesan

Win 2023 – EDPSY 581E Tues 4:30-6:20 pm

Open to Graduate Students across the University

 

This seminar introduces graduate students to visual research methods in qualitative research and prepares them in the knowledge, skills and techniques in visual data collection. The transdisciplinary nature of visual research lends itself to crossing disciplinary boundaries and engaging in constructive dialogue towards problem solving. The course covers a broad spectrum of issues and uses in research with children, youth and adults across a range of settings (e.g., schools, health institutions, family and community contexts). Topics include overview of visual research, introduction to keyterms, ethics and professional practice, application of a range of visual methodological methods (e.g., data generated through photography, video, drawings, visual texts and narrative) across diverse population (e.g., children, youth, adults) and backgrounds, analytic frameworks and approaches, and formats for communicating the data in written and verbal (e.g., scholarly presentation) forms.

The Population Health Initiative is partnering with the School of Public Health to offer a series of lectures during winter quarter 2023. This seminar course is designed for UW students who are interested in exploring population health career tracks across disciplines and sectors. Students from varying degree programs will become familiar with the multiple pathways that can lead them to a career within population health.  

 

This is a one-credit seminar graded as Credit/No Credit course. Classes will take on Wednesdays from 2:30-3:20pm in Thomson Hall 125. Students are expected to attend in person.  

 

Students can expect weekly seminars to cover a breadth of subjects from a variety of industry professionals within the Seattle-area community. After building a foundation by defining population health, students will examine strategies on how to address inequities with an anti-racist lens, explore approaches to international humanitarian response, dive into advocacy for transportation, food, and climate equity, and explore social enterprise within the population health sphere.  

 

A sneak peak of organizations, topics, and leaders include:  

 

The course will culminate in a reflective essay that will give students an opportunity to summarize their experience in the course, as well as an instructor led workshop on translating different interests into real-world opportunities. Details on the course section and time schedule can be found here.  


A story on the course can be found here: https://www.washington.edu/populationhealth/2022/11/29/winter-quarter-population-health-course-to-explore-careers-across-disciplines/

“A great class for those who plan to work in or want to learn more about practical approaches to improve the health of women, adolescents and children in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)”

3 credits                  WIN Quarter

T, Th 1-2:20             T474

Class size                  30

 

Lectures, interactive small group work, in-class exercises and discussions cover:

• Critical health problems across the MCH lifecycle in social, economic, and cultural contexts

• Programmatic interventions and practical strategies responding to those problems

• Proposal development, community involvement, program implementation and management

 

The course is geared toward graduate students with some prior exposure to living and working conditions in LMICs; however, such experience is not required.

 

This course is required for the Global Women, Adolescents, and Children Health (Global WACh) Certificate and is one of three courses that serves to meet a requirement for the Global Health Certificate. It is an elective course for the Global Health MPH.

 

For a sample syllabus & course schedule please see Canvas syllabus page https://canvas.uw.edu/courses/1612961/assignments/syllabus or email :

Donna Denno, MD,   

ddenno@uw.edu   

Course instructor                                                   

 

MPH Priyasha Maharjan, MBA, cMPH

pmahar@uw.edu   

Course TA

Explore compelling issues on homelessness and housing insecurity with people with lived experience as well as with local and national experts.

 

This 2 credit elective meets at 6pm on Mondays during Winter Quarter

Open to all students, faculty and staff of UW. 

Contact MEDEXNW tove@uw.edu to register

For more information contact Lois Thetford loist@uw.ed

 

Faculty:

Lois Thetford, PA-C

Charlotte Sanders, MSW

 

Homelessness in Seattle is a multidisciplinary/interprofessional course developing knowledge and skills in service delivery to people experiencing homelessness. This course offers the opportunity to hear from providers who have specialized in different fields. Students will have readings, lectures, active learning opportunities, and participate in a group project and presentation on a social justice issue. The class is online, starts at 6pm, on Mondays of Winter Quarter 2023.  Enrolled students will get the zoom link before the first class. 

 

With Thanksgiving over, fall has given way to winter, as if on cue. The Puget Sound region has already seen snow, sleet, rain mixed with snow, hail and more — and the winter wonderland won’t end there. Experts are saying it’ll be another La Niña winter, which means wetter, colder weather predicted through February.

Whatever happens, UW Facilities is here to make sure the UW community can navigate campus safely.

Sign up for UW Alerts to stay informed about disruptions to normal University operations.

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Why did you choose to major in Public Health-Global Health (PH-GH)?
I chose to major in Public Health-Global Health because I am passionate about furthering equity and justice in various health systems. I wanted a discipline that was flexible, rigorous and interdisciplinary, and the UW offered that!

What’s your favorite aspect about studying public health?
My favorite aspect about studying public health is its intersectionality and multi-faceted approach to (and influence on) promoting and protecting the health of populations. Not one study or field is left out of public health, which is what makes it so crucial to creating and sustaining health equity.

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The Department of Global Health is hosting a TA Workshop for its Winter Quarter TAs on Thursday, December 8th 3:30-5 pm via Zoom facilitated by UW Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL) – and would like to invite any interested new or seasoned TAs from other departments to join us!

This interactive workshop session will be facilitated by instructional consultants Dr. Wei Zuo and Mihaela Giurca from the UW Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), with a goal of preparing TAs to promote equitable and inclusive teaching and respond to microaggressions in the classroom. During the workshop, you will discuss setting the foundation for an inclusive experience, learn new strategies for inclusive teaching, share skills and best practices for engaging students and addressing micro-aggressions, and identify resources to support your teaching.

In preparation for the Workshop, please review the following readings for discussion:

-          Inclusive teaching at UW - a brief overview

-          Inclusive teaching strategies

-          Addressing microaggressions in the classroom

 Interested? Please RSVP here by Monday, December 5th – and join the Workshop via the following Zoom link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/97631502869

Questions? Contact Julie Beschta in Global Health - jbeschta@uw.edu

This is a new course in HSSPOP

The course is open to both undergraduate and graduate students, with two different credit options.

Select Topics: Homeless in Seattle HSERV 490, SLN 15687 & 15688 HSERV 590, SLN 15710 & 15711

Friday: 10:30-11:50AM W: 10:00-11:20AM

HOMELESS IN SEATTLE: DESTITUTE POVERTY IN THE EMERALD CITY

Offered as a 1-credit class (Friday lectures) or 3-credit class (additional Wednesday sessions to create an interactive public installation/exhibit to deepen empathy for people living unsheltered)

Instructors: Amy Hagopian, hagopian@uw.edu

EPI 360/GH 360 - Exploring the HIV/AIDS Pandemic

Who gets HIV and how?  How can HIV infection be prevented?  How is HIV/AIDS treated?  What can be done to end the epidemic?  In this course, you will:

 

  • Explore the historical, public health, clinical, and social aspects of HIV infection.
  • Examine the epidemiology of the US and global HIV/AIDS epidemic.
  • Lay the foundation for pursuing a degree and career in public health, epidemiology, global health, infectious diseases, or health/medicine.

 

No prerequisites.  All majors are encouraged to enroll.  This is a great course for students preparing for careers in a health related field.  A basic understanding of biology is recommended, but not required.  Areas of Knowledge: I&S, NW, & QSR.

 

EPI 360A SLN = 14782 (or GH 360A SLN = 23392); 5 credits; Lecture meets: MW 3:30-4:50pm; Quiz meets: F, 9:30-10:20am or 2:30-3:20pm; Instructors: Adrienne Shapiro (aeshapir@uw.edu) & Connie Celum (ccelum@uw.edu)

 

Additional details about the course are provided on the attached flyer or can be found here.  Direct questions to epcourse@uw.edu.

 

EPI 330 - Analyzing Epidemiologic Data: Basic Methods

Have you ever wondered HOW epidemiologists actually conduct their analyses?  Do we really do everything as a 2x2 table on paper?  In this course, you will:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

  • Learn to apply epidemiologic concepts to real data using basic epidemiologic analysis methods
  • Gain hands-on experience with statistical software
  • Learn the basics in data management techniques
  • Conduct an epidemiologic analysis from start to finish

 

Prerequisites: EPI 320 and any introductory biostatistics or statistics course or AP statistics (grade of 3.0 or above).  Areas of Knowledge: I&S, QSR

SLN = 22169; 4 credits; Lecture meets: T/Th 2:30-4:20 p.m.; Instructor: Simon Sandh (ss11641@uw.edu)

Additional details about the course are provided on the attached flyer or can be found here.  Direct questions to epcourse@uw.edu.

CENV 500: Communicating Science to the Public Effectively

 

Winter 2023

3 credits (Credit/No Credit)

Meets Wednesday / Friday 1:30-2:50pm, FSH 203

Whether you’re looking to give an unforgettable job talk, change a policymaker’s mind, or finally get your family to understand your research, the Engage course is a great professional development opportunity and learning experience. This is a discussion-based course for graduate students in the sciences that focuses on effective techniques for communicating science, with an emphasis on sharing your science with non-specialists. At the end of the quarter, each student will present a 20 minute public talk on their graduate research to be delivered during the 2023 Engage: The Science Speaker Series at Town Hall Seattle

 

In this course, students will:

- Develop and practice analogies to distill their research

- Perfect their elevator pitches

- Practice storytelling, audience consideration, and cultural competency

- Play improv games to leverage improvisation as a public speaking tool

- Engage in weekly readings and discussions

- Hear from guest speakers on science communication

 

Space is limited to 15 students, and the course fills quickly, often with an extensive waiting list. Thus, we have an application process and an expectation agreement which must be completed for a student to be considered. The student application is available here [bit.ly], and must be submitted by Friday, November 18th, 2022.

General information [engage-science.space] about Engage: The Science Speaker Series and Seminar

 

What others have written:

Science Students Learn to Tell Stories [seattletimes.com] The Seattle Times

Crafting the Story Behind the Science A&S Perspectives Newsletter 

Engage Speaker Series: Where science meets storytelling UW Today 

If you have any questions about the course, please email Nicole Gregorio, negreg@uw.edu 

 

The Engage course and community invites all to apply. We strive to work with a diverse group of scientists and to create an inclusive space that lifts up the voices of individuals and enables them to be their fullest self in their science communication. If you anticipate needing accommodations for this class or the application, feel free to reach out directly to Nicole.

Two courses for graduate students in Winter


First, Adam Drewnowski will be offering NUTR 555 Nutrition in Developing Countries which hasn’t been offered in a number of years. 

NUTR 555 / G H 555 Nutrition in Developing Countries

SLN:  22198
3 credits graded
TTh    430-620P   BNS  203

This class provides a comprehensive overview of nutrition transition and nutritional status in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC), focusing on the importance of nutrition in assuring optimal child growth and development. The course will emphasize the importance of multi-sectoral approaches to regional and local nutrition interventions by addressing the underlying and direct causes of poor nutrition. Socio-economic and demographic aspects of the nutrition transition and the global efforts to eradicate malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies will be addressed. 
 
Second, Marian Neuhouser will be offering a seminar for graduate students in winter quarter.                                                                                     

EPI 592 E / NUTR 590 A Topics in Nutritional Epidemiology

SLN: 14804 / 18633
1 credit C/NC
F 1030-1220 HSB Room T-478

This seminar introduces students to nutritional epidemiology concepts and methods. Students will learn about the purpose and applications of nutrition surveillance domestically and globally; the broad range of dietary assessment methods and how to choose the appropriate method for a research study; using biomarkers in nutritional epidemiology; measurement error in dietary assessment and approaches for handling both measurement error and missing data; and social determinants of health and their relationship to nutritional epidemiology. Special topics will include nutritional epidemiology in low resource settings and expanding the field with respect to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Summer Courses Now Open!
Earn credits toward your degree this summer! Communication has a number of courses
available in Summer Quarter, in topic areas such as Communication and Difference, Rhetoric,
Public Speaking, Family Communication, Journalism and Mass Media, and more. You do not
need to be a Communication major to register for most COM Summer courses, so grab your
spot while they’re still available! Visit UW Summer 2022 time schedule or MyPlan to learn more!

We are looking for volunteers to support the Seattle Health and Wellness Fair. This is a collaborative event that seeks to increase patient engagement and “improve engagement, one patient at a time”. For more information, click here.

 

Date: Saturday, May 14th 2022

Place: Sea Mar Cultural and Community Center (9635 Des Moines Memorial Dr. S Seattle, WA 98108)

 

Role Descriptions:

  • CHILDCARE volunteers will be stationed inside. There will be a table and chairs with coloring supplies. If you love kids and can keep them corralled up and safe, this role is for you!
  • PARKING ATTENDANT volunteers will work as a team to help keep parking lot traffic flowing smoothly. You should expect to be standing for your entire shift and should be prepared for it to rain on you. If you are calm and communicate well on teams, this role is for you!

 

For more information and sign-up here: https://www.wejoinin.com/sheets/rvfry

 

This event would not be possible without the help of volunteers like you. This event is open to all. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. We hope to see you there!

 

Sincerely,

Pavithra Prabhu

UDSM Volunteer Coordinator