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Contents of this Newsletter
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Inclusive Excellence in the College of Public Health
You're invited to join the College's Inclusive Excellence working group. View this webpage for a glimpse of the work the group has been doing. Members who were in the working group last academic year will be contacted for updates and a new meeting schedule. If you are interested, please contact Cathy Tompkins at ctompkin@gmu.edu.
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Health Equity Journal Club
The College of Public Health's Collaborative for Health Equity (CHE) invites you to join the inaugural Health Equity Journal Club. This interdisciplinary gathering of faculty, students, and staff will be meeting four times during the coming academic year to discuss a journal article on a health equity topic. Articles will be sent out 2 weeks prior to each meeting. The goal is to use this opportunity to enrich each other's scholarly perspectives, explore a variety of domains of health equity, and to build community.
Dates scheduled for this academic year:
- September 19
- November 28
- February 20
- April 16
12-1:30 pm (bring your own lunch) | Peterson Hall 2000
RSVP to kgrace@gmu.edu for the first meeting (September 19) by 9/5/23. We look forward to many rich discussions!
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Bloom appointed to American Society for Reproductive Medicine committee
Michael S. Bloom was appointed as member at large to the Research Institute Advisory Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Congratulations, Michael!
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Faculty spotlight: Cleaveland's study leave
Carol Cleaveland is an associate professor in the Department of Social Work and has been a scholar at Mason since 2007. Cleaveland began exploring Latino immigration in 2004 utilizing ethnographic research methods and working with Mexican day laborers in Freehold, NJ, to understand how the day laborers negotiated police harassment and anti-immigrant ordinances. Since 2013, Cleaveland’s work has focused on Latinas from Central America and immigration-related trauma, including experiences in human smuggling. She was awarded study leave during the spring 2023 semester to complete her work on two projects. Read more about Cleaveland’s study leave accomplishments.
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Teaching and Learning News
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National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity
- Overcoming Academic Perfectionism with Rachel McLaren, PhD | September 13 | 2 - 3:30 pm | Zoom
- Setting the Stage for Success: Preparing For Your Academic Career From Day 1 of Graduate School with Lei Wang, PhD, and Nelson O. O. Zounlomè, PhD | September 19 | 2 - 3:30 pm | Zoom
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Zane named Faculty Council chair
Phillip Zane is now the Faculty Council chair. Thank you, former Chair Kat Scafide, for your service. Phillip, congratulations!
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Term faculty multi-year contracts
If you are a term faculty member and you are set up to apply for a multi-year contract, your materials are due to be uploaded in Interfolio by September 1. Term instructional faculty promotion materials are also due on September 1. Email Cathy Tompkins (ctompkin@gmu.edu) with questions.
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Tenure-track faculty reappointments
If you are a tenure-track faculty member and up for reappointment this year, your materials are due on September 15.
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Faculty annual performance reviews
Annual performance reviews for all tenure-line and term faculty are due on September 18 and will cover the period August 1, 2022 - July 31, 2023. If you have any questions about term faculty and tenure-line faculty annual performance reviews, please refer to the faculty handbook (located here - left hand margin). Review the College's annual performance review guidance here.
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From the associate dean of research
Fulbright-Fogarty fellowships for GRADUATE students in public health
Application Deadline: October 10, 2023
The Fogarty International Center is partnering with the Fulbright Program to promote the expansion of research in public health and clinical research in resource-limited settings for medical and graduate students. The program is designed for candidates who are currently enrolled in medical school or in a graduate-level program and who are interested in global health. The basic requirements and process for applying for the Fulbright-Fogarty Program are the same as for any Fulbright U.S. Student Study/Research Grant. For the 2024-25 academic year, Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowship placements will be available in Vietnam, Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Uganda, Nepal, Jamaica, and Peru. For application details and categories, visit the Fulbright website.
Dissertation grants
Congratulations to two more PhD students who applied for federal dissertation grants. I’m delighted to share that Kelly Baker (HAP) and Grace Nyambura (GCH) have applied for federal dissertation grants. As you know this is a big lift for first-timers and I want to congratulate them and their supervisors, Yiota Kitsantas and Michelle Williams, on their submissions. Based on feedback from faculty supervisors we’ve made a couple of adjustments to ensure a solid submission experience, and less angst for all involved, me included! It really is a great skill for many of our doctoral students to demonstrate, so, once again, KUDOS and we wish you best of luck.
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Mason Now: Power the Possible
As we kick off the 2023-24 school year, please consider contributing to the College's ongoing fundraising needs by setting up a direct deposit donation to one of our many initiatives supporting the college and, most importantly, our students. No gift is too small, and every dollar makes a difference in reaching our Mason Now: Power the Possible campaign goals. The continued success of the College of Public Health is thanks to the dedication and support of our faculty, staff, students, and donors. With everyone’s support, we will continue to graduate a health care workforce ready to tackle the most pressing public health issues of our time.
Together, we can do this!
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Welcome 2 the College of Public Health Fair
August 29 | 12-3 pm
Peterson Hall Quad
Meet a vast diversity of representatives from student support entities to CPH departmental representatives that have been found to be critical to student success and community well-being at Mason. Enjoy a BBQ lunch and refreshments, yard games in the sun, prizes, gifts, and swag. Get informed about professional development, programming, involvement, and engagement opportunities. RSVP on Mason360.
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HAP Undergraduate Welcome
August 31 | 1 pm
Peterson Hall Lobby
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Anti-Racist and Inclusive Teaching (ARIT) Campus Champions Group applications due
Due August 31
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College Faculty Retreat
Tuesday, September 18 | 9 am – 12 pm
Faculy, save the date for a retreat to reconsider the College’s Mission, Vision, and Values now that we are a College of Public Health. Details coming soon. Staff will have the opportunity to contribute feedback and comments at another point during the process.
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Faculty & Staff Yoga
Mondays *New Day* | Noon
VR lab Peterson 2800
Bring your yoga mat and join faculty and staff for a midday yoga class. Note: Yoga has now moved to Mondays.
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Public Health in Practice Walks
Thursdays | Noon
Meet outside Peteron 1st floor elevators
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Fall General Faculty Meetings
- Thursday, October 12 | 1:30-3 pm
- Monday, December 4 | 1:30-3 pm
As a part of the Oct. 12 faculty meeting, Eli Schlam, Mason's associate university council, will present on "How to Protect the University and Yourself." His presentation will cover some important topics that help mitigate legal and litigation risk for the University and its employees. The Faculty Council will send a calendar invite and a Zoom link for this meeting.
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