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SPH
This Week
November 20, 2016
MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN
After the Election, Continuing the Conversation
DEAN'S NOTE
Healing the Divides
On moving forward after a difficult election, and aspiring towards a healthier, more civil United States.
NEWS
SPH Gathers Public Health Leaders to Tackle Gun Violence
[VIDEO] Representatives of public health schools, institutions, and advocacy groups convened on November 14 to build consensus on issue.
Hundreds Celebrate at SPH 40th Anniversary Gala
Culminating yearlong celebration, distinguished alumni and public health leaders gathered at State Room on November 17.
Low Birth Weight, Lack of Breastfeeding Fuel Infection Rates in India
Increased risk associated with young age of mothers, lack of antenatal care, and low birth weight of babies.
SPH Experts Call for Culture of Health and Human Rights
Mariner, Annas argue for "human rights framework" to advance population health, in era of specialized medicine.
In the Classroom: A Turn in the Hot Seat
SPH multimedia director prepares doctoral students to share research with reporters.
IN CONVERSATION WITH
A Different Type of Value
Associate Professor Ziming Xuan on rewards of underfunded research, his mentors, and working with uncertainty.
IN THE MEDIA
Mother Jones
Chicago Will Now Tax Sugary Drinks quotes Michael Siegel, professor of community health sciences.
US News & World Report
On Social Divides and Health Divides opinion by Dean Sandro Galea.
Modern Healthcare
Will Value-Based Payment Initiatives Continue under Trump? quotes David Jones, assistant professor of health law, policy & management.
PLOS
What a Trump Presidency Might Mean For Global Health opinion by alumnus James Michiel.
LOOKING AHEAD
Staff Breakfast with the Dean
Tuesday, November 22, 9:00 am 10:00 am, Wilkins Board Room.
Faculty Senate Meeting
Tuesday, November 22, 12:30 pm 1:50 pm, CT305.
Faculty Breakfast with the Dean
Wednesday, November 30, 9:00 am 10:00 am, Founders Room.
DEANS SYMPOSIUMHow Does Where You Live Affect Your Health?
Thursday, December 1, 8:30 am 3:45 pm, Hiebert Lounge.
December Graduate Reception
Thursday, December 8, 4:30 pm 6:30 pm, Hiebert Lounge.
School Assembly for Faculty & Staff
Tuesday, December 13, 8:45 am 10:50 am, Hiebert Lounge.
Student Coffee Chat with the Dean
Tuesday, December 13, 5:00 pm 6:00 pm, Founders Room.
Staff Breakfast with the Dean
Wednesday, December 14, 10:00 am 11:00 am, CT305.
Holiday Party for Faculty and Staff
Thursday, December 15, 3:00 pm 6:00 pm, Hiebert Lounge.
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