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School of Public Health Calendar

Apr
18
Friday
April 18 - to April 20
Friedgen Family Seminar Room, SPH 2236

SKY Happiness Retreat

SKY Happiness Retreat is a total well-being training offered to thousands of university students, faculty, and staff across the country. A recent study at Yale University found that SKY Happiness Retreat significantly reduces stress , depression , and has a long-lasting impact on mental health...

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Apr
18
Friday
Zoom

Making the Most of your Summer Without an Internship

Are you facing a summer without an internship and wondering how to make the most of it? Join us for this engaging and insightful virtual session where we'll explore creative ways to maximize your summer break. Whether you're looking to build new skills, network, or prepare for your next step, we've...

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Apr
22
Tuesday
Metered Parking in front of the School of Public Health building.

Happy and Well Bites: Halal Grill Food Truck

Join the School of Public Health for delicious Happy and Well Bites provided by Halal Grill Food can be purchased from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside the School of Public Health at the metered parking spaces. Click Here for Menu

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Apr
22
Tuesday
Zoom

Global Health Career Series: PEPFAR and USAID in Haiti

Join us for the final seminar of our Spring Global Health Career Series on PEPFAR & USAID in Haiti. This virtual seminar features Dr. Karina Hernández as she shares her career working in HIV/AIDS with PEPFAR and USAID. With almost two decades of experience as a physician, researcher, and a program...

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Apr
24
Thursday
Zoom

Overview of the Certification in Public Health Exam (CPH)

Join us on April 24 to hear about an incredibly important professional development opportunity – getting Certified in Public Health! The CPH certification is the only credential of its kind for public health professionals. To date, over 14,000 public health professionals have become Certified in...

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Apr
24
Thursday

Bring your Kid to Work/School Day

Join the SPH Happiness and Wellness Initiative for a fun-filled day of events on Take Your Child to Work Day! All campus community members and accompanying children are welcome. Join us in the SPH Wellness Room 0113 for: 10:30-11:00 AM: Welcome and What is Public Health & Wellness Book Reading 11:00...

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Apr
24
Thursday
April 24 - to April 25
Virtual

Sexual and Gender Diversity Learning Community Training Workshop

The University of Maryland Prevention Research Center is committed to addressing gaps in understanding LGBTQ+ mental health care and improving outcomes for LGBTQ+ persons. Choosing the SGDLC Training Workshop means choosing a learning experience that is both research and practice based, enhancing...

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Apr
24
Thursday
STAMP Student Union, Colony Ballroom

Health Professionals Fair

The University of Maryland's 2025 Health Professions Fair connects students and alumni with professional school programs across various healthcare fields. This fair is open to all University of Maryland students and local area college and university students interested in attending a Medical, Dental...

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Apr
25
Friday
School of Public Health: Friedgen Seminar Room #2236

Maintaining Unity in Turbulent Times

Join us as Physical Cultural Studies Student Association presents a day of discussion on Maintaining Unity in Turbulent Times. - 10:00 am - 11:00 am: Keynote Presentation by Dr. Shaun Edmonds; Assistant Professor at Augustana University - 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Coffee and Stretch break - 11:15 - 12:30...

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Apr
26
Saturday
Entire UMD campus | SPH Events on McKeldin Mall and RecWell

Maryland Day 2025

Bring family and friends to enjoy a day of learning and discovery at the University of Maryland’s springtime open house. SPH will host interactive demonstrations, games and resources showcasing public health in action!

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Apr
28
Monday
April 28 - to April 30

Spring 2025 Universitas 21 International Health Research Exchange (U21HREx) Symposium

REGISTER FOR THE SYMPOSIUM Join us at the University of Maryland School of Public Health to meet in-person an international team of scholars and practitioners (Ireland, Germany, USA) and learn about Health Systems Strengthening and Resilience across nations. We have fantastic speakers presenting as...

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Apr
29
Tuesday
April 29: Thurgood Marshall Hall, Reading Room, 3301

I Feel Seen: Empowering Black & Brown Women to Lead with Confidence and Clarity in Higher Education

Be a part of I Feel Seen, a transformative three-part series designed to uplift and empower Black and Brown women staff in higher education. This series* celebrates strengths, acknowledges contributions, and creates a space for amplifying voices of Black and Brown women. All people are welcome to...

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Apr
30
Wednesday
Zoom

The Essential Value of Public Health: Navigating Uncertainty with Confidence

The Essential Value of Public Health: Navigating Uncertainty with Confidence Our panel of experts will discuss the continued value of a public health degree and how students can make the most of their graduate experience. Moderator: Jennifer Bachner, PhD - Associate Dean of Academic Affairs for the...

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Apr
30
Wednesday
Virtual

The Essential Value of Public Health: Navigating Uncertainty with Confidence

Virtual panel discussion for newly admitted graduate students about the value of a public health degree. Panelists will include Brian Castrucci, Jennifer Clerie, and Melvin Seale. Zoom link: https://umd.zoom.us/j/4846242038?omn=96525594343

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Apr
30
Wednesday
SPH Friedgen Seminar Room 2236

Pizza with the Dean

Come and share a light lunch with Dean Boris Lushniak while he talks with you about how he plans to stay the course for Public Health. The Dean will be here to answer your questions about sharing community, SPH values, ideas for the future, and anything else you might have questions about!

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Past Events
Apr
3
Thursday
SPH Building - Upper Lobby and Lower Concourse

Pop-up Career Center

Ask questions, seek guidance and get grounded advice on launching your career - plus treats! You’ll find the University Career Center at SPH right in the hallways of our building, rotating between the upper lobby and lower concourse.

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Apr
4
Friday
April 4 - to April 5
Xfinity Center

2025 Gymkana Home Show

For over 75 years, the Gymkana troupe at the University of Maryland has amazed audiences with their unique style. Their annual gymnastic exhibition showcases a high-flying acrobatic circus performance with breathtaking routines. Join your fellow Terps to cheer on the Troupe as they demonstrate the...

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Past Events
Apr
7
Monday
Gloria S. Friedgen Lounge (SPH Room 2236)

World Health Day Round Table Discussion

The Department of Global, Environmental, and Occupational Health invites you to celebrate World Health Day with a round table discussion on the intersection of Global Health & Justice. Panelists will discuss topics including funding, key barriers to progress, and the role of higher education in...

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Apr
7
Monday
SPH matted gym

Community Activation

Join WeFitDC for a first annual UMD Community Activation! Come get your body moving and kick off National Public Health Week by building community and strength. Register here to let us know you plan to attend!

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Apr
7
Monday
Zoom

Public Health Engaging and Emerging Leaders (PHEEL) Awards "Ask Me Anything" Panel

Please join us for an "Ask Me Anything" virtual panel discussion featuring the 2025 SPH Alumni Network's Public Health Engaging and Emerging Leaders (PHEEL) Awardees. Panelists: Andrew Anderson BS, MPH, PhD ’19 (Health Services) Chandria Jones, Ph.D '14 (BCH) Leena Malayil, PhD '19 (Toxicology) Dane...

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Past Events
Apr
7
Monday
April 7 - to April 13

National Public Health Week 2025

During the first full week of April each year, American Public Health Association 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's...

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Apr
7
Monday
SPH 0121

Resume Revamp

Stand out with expert insights from Jodi Hammer, Program Director at the University Career Center @ SPH. Learn strategies to showcase transferable skills and adapt your resume for success-no matter the job market. Plus, get personalized feedback to refine your resume and maximize opportunities.

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Apr
8
Tuesday
School of Public Health

Public Health Practice Day

Please join us on Tuesday, April 8th from 1-7pm during National Public Health Week for a celebration of public health practice! The event will kick off with a poster session from 1-3pm in the SPH concourse, flash presentations 3:30-4:30pm in SPH rooms 0303, 0305, and 1301, and close with a...

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Apr
9
Wednesday
Zoom

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning in Global Health

Turning Data into Impact: Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning in Global Health Hear about the crucial role that data plays in global health, Carla Xavier-Lee (Executive Director) and Daniel Lee (Chief Growth Officer) from XL Strategic Information LLC will discuss the innovative use of AI in areas...

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Apr
10
Thursday
SPH 2236

Vaccination from the Misinformation Virus documentary screening

Please join us on Thursday, April 10th at 7:00pm in SPH 2236 during National Public Health Week for a screening of the documentary “Vaccination from the Misinformation Virus”. In the age of social media, we can all be fooled by misinformation in many ways. “Vaccination from the Misinformation Virus”...

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Past Events
Apr
10
Thursday
Friedgen Seminar Room (SPH 2236)

Coffee, Croissants & Connections

Open to ALL SPH Majors Get ready for an exciting and energizing event, undergrads! The Public Health Science (PHSC) Program, in collaboration with the Student Engagement Initiative (SEI), is thrilled to invite you to our signature Coffee, Croissants, and Connections event! This is the perfect chance...

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Apr
11
Friday
SPH 1301

Effective Communications Workshop

Please join us on Friday, April 11th from 9am-12pm in SPH 1301 during National Public Health Week for a master class on effective communications. Join documentarian, Chris Scheuler, for a half-day effective communications workshop designed to introduce the core principles of documentary/social...

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Apr
11
Friday
Zoom

Optimizing LinkedIn for a Career in Public Health

LinkedIn is a highly effective tool for making connections and showcasing the skills and knowledge gained from your education and work experience. But how do you get started creating your own profile, or updating your profile to be more effective? Featuring current students and alumni sharing their...

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Apr
16
Wednesday
Zoom

Global Health Career Series: Career Panel featuring Gates Foundation & Novartis

Don't miss this engaging virtual event featuring panelists from The Gates Foundation & Novartis Institutes for Biomedical Research, speaking about their critical work in global health, including a groundbreaking collaboration between them to develop a successful treatment for diarrhea in infants and...

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UMD Calendar

April 18, 2025

Friday Write In (Virtual)

5:00 am - 7:00 am
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April 18, 2025

Center for Writing and Oral Communications Drop In Hours (Virtual)

8:00 am - 10:00 am
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April 23, 2025

The Global FEWture Alliance Annual Symposium

4:00 am - 1:00 pm
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