SBS Student Digest

August 29-September 2, 2022

Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences

This Week's Highlights

Welcome! During the academic year, you will receive this weekly digest every Thursday. Past digests are published on the SBS website.
Get connected! Socialize over (free!) bowling, get involved with the Women, Gender, and Health concentration, and learn about Harvard Chan student organizations.
New Fall course! Enroll in the non-credit ID 501 to deepen your understanding of the relationship between public health and the press.

Did you know? Harvard's Counseling and Mental Health Service offers a 24/7 support line for students who have mental health concerns.

Announcements

Stay Informed Every Week

This weekly digest contains important announcements, opportunities, and events for SBS students. You will receive the digest every Thursday during the academic year (excluding winter session). Past digests are published on the SBS website.

If you are involved in a student group, concentration or other Harvard-affiliated group and want to promote your events to SBS students, please email us (sbsdigest@hsph.harvard.edu) and we will include it in the next digest!

Academic Affairs Support

For questions or concerns, do not hesitate to email the Academic Affairs staff. We are also in-office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays:

Whitney Waddell: Mondays & Tuesdays in Room 622

Daniel Choi: Mondays & Thursdays in Room 612

Teresa Bellone: Mondays in Room 614

CAMHS Cares Line 24/7

The CAMHS Cares line (617-495-2042) is a 24/7 support line for Harvard students who have mental health concerns, whether they are in immediate distress or not, on-campus or elsewhere.

Learn More

Important Dates

Fall 1 Term
August 29-October 21

Labor Day
Monday, September 5

Last Day To Add/Drop/Change | HSPH Fall & Fall 1 Courses
Thursday, September 8

Last Day To Add/Drop/Change | Cross-Registered Courses
Thursday, September 15

Withdrawal Deadline | Fall 1 Term
Friday, September 23

Opportunities

Student Opportunities

Grant
Harvard & the Legacy of Slavery Student Grant Program
Harvard Radcliffe Institute

Fellowship
HBNU Fogarty Global Health Fellowship (PDF)
Fogarty Global Health Training Program

Course
ID 501: Engaging with the Press: A Practical Look at Effective Public Health Communications
Fall Non-Credit | Harvard Chan

Job Opportunities

Academia
Assistant Professor in Racism, Racial Justice and Critical Public Health
San Francisco State University

Events

Nutrition and Global Health Program
Nutrition And Global Health Concentration Info Session

Monday, August 29 / 12:00–1:00 pm

Learn more about the concentration and the pressing needs of global populations affected by under- and over-nutrition.

Women, Gender & Health
Women, Gender & Health Welcome Event

Wednesday, August 31 / 1:00–1:50 pm

The Women, Gender & Health Concentration will kick off the year and welcome new students. Learn how you can be involved, plan events, and complete the concentration.

Office for Student Affairs
Harvard Chan Student Engagement Fair

Wednesday, August 31 / 5:00–7:00 pm

Meet representatives from various Harvard Chan student organizations and the Harvard Chan Student Association!

Offices for Student Affairs & Diversity and Inclusion
Mix, Mingle and Bowl

Wednesday, August 31 / 6:00–8:00 pm

Enjoy free bowling, pool, and refreshments! New and returning students, partners, spouses, and children are welcome.

More Events

SBS Event Calendar

Harvard Chan Engage Calendar

Harvard Chan Calendar

Countway Library Calendar

Harvard Gazette Calendar

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