Culture Influences Men’s Experiences with IPV |
First-of-its-kind research by Denise Hines and colleagues explores cross-national perspectives of male partner violence victimization and perpetration.
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Recent Grad Sees Practicum as a Launching Pad for Her Career and to Improve Health Literacy |
Avani Hariprashad, MPH '25, harnessed the power of community partnerships to bolster health education efforts.
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MAP Clinics Receive Operating Support |
With new operating support from Northern Virginia Health Foundation, our MAP Clinics will continue to expand access, deepen partnerships, and build sustainable infrastructure for Northern Virginia communities. This vital investment allows the clinics to better serve individuals and communities most affected by health disparities, behavioral health challenges, and substance use. Congratulations, MAP Clincs!
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Congratulations to Karen Grace on her ASRM Nursing/Physician Assistant Professionals Research Award from the American Society for Reproductive Medicine Research Institute for her project entitled “Understanding and measuring intimate partner violence and reproductive coercion among people experiencing infertility.”
Congratulations to Marybeth Mitcham on her award from Food Pantries for the Capital District for a “Medically Tailored Grocery Accelerator.”
Congratulations to Debora Goldberg, Pierre Eklou, Emily Ihara, Carrie Sutter, and their team for a new HRSA training grant (PI, Esposito-Smythers, Psychology) titled "Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Program for Professionals."
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Updated to include additional publications from 2024-25.
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CPH Investments in Research |
We are pleased to report that CPH invested $1.3 million in faculty research this year. The largest category of investment spending was faculty pilot projects, followed by equipment and research data. The largest funding source was CPH indirect cost recovery, followed by state research funds.
If you received funding and would like to share information about your pilot project or are open to having photos taken of your research equipment "in action,” please contact Mary Cunningham at mcunni7@gmu.edu.
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NIH Fellowship Funding Opportunities |
NIH has updated its funding opportunities for NIH fellowships. These are open to predoctoral and postdoctoral individuals, and there is even a senior fellowship for more advanced researchers. Check out the video. Learn more.
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NIH has announced a cap of six total (re)submissions per year and, notably, has imposed restrictions on AI use in proposal development. Learn more.
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Welcome Back to the 2025-2026 Academic Year! |
From Cathy Tompkins, the associate dean of faculty affairs:
Welcome to the 2025–2026 academic year! I hope each of you had a restful and exciting summer. As we enter into a new academic year, I am excited to reconnect with returning faculty and extend a warm welcome to the new faculty joining our College of Public Health community!
We are excited to support your transition into the academic year with a series of key events. Some of these events have been advertised in the newsletter all summer but I wanted to especially bring your attention to the ones below. Please reach out with any questions at ctompkin@gmu.edu.
CPH New Faculty Orientation
Wednesday, August 20 | 8:30–10:30 am |Peterson 1106
This session will follow the university-wide New Faculty Orientation, taking place on August 18 and 19. We look forward to seeing our newest faculty members and helping you settle into the CPH community.
Virtual Adjunct Faculty Meeting
Wednesday, August 20 | 5:30–7 pm
All adjunct faculty are encouraged to attend this virtual session as we kick off the fall semester together.
First CPH Faculty Meeting of the Year
Wednesday, September 18 | 1–2:30 pm
Like in previous semesters, faculty meetings will remain virtual. Stay tuned for calendar invites and Zoom links.
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The Office of Faculty Affairs will continue hosting our monthly drop-in sessions for full-time faculty—a valuable space for informal conversation, questions, and support. Stay tuned for calendar invites.
The CPH Connections Program remains a strong point of engagement for our adjunct faculty, and we’re excited to continue offering opportunities for connection and collaboration. Calendar invites coming soon.
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Please be sure to read this weekly CPH Newsletter for faculty news, resources, highlights, and updates throughout the semester.
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Beginning August 18, faculty, staff, and students must use a new address to connect to College of Public Health’s VPN: vpn.gmu.edu/cph
The prior address, which included “chhs”, will stop working on August 18. ITS has instructions for connecting to the VPN.
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Introducing the Wall of Wow, now displayed in each unit and department. The Wall of Wow is a way to share successes and shoutouts to your peers. You are encouraged to write something nice about anyone in your department or unit. You can write with the liquid chalk marker or use a sticky note, secured by a magnet that is hanging on your Wall of Wow.
Messages will be left up all month. A picture will be taken of each Wall of Wow at the end of each month, and then a name will be drawn for a prize. The winner will be announced in the CPH newsletter.
This idea was inspired by kindness that was shown in a very similar way in GCH, and it was decided to spread this kindness throughout the college.
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A CPH team is being formed for The Walk to End Alzheimer's - Northern Virginia on October 12. While there is no fee to register for the Walk, all participants are encouraged to raise critical funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment, and, ultimately, a cure.
If you have questions about the Walk or the Alzheimer’s Association, please contact Alyssa at 703-766-9035, ext. 8903 or ajhargis@alz.org. If you are interested in joining the CPH team, please contact Cathy Tompkins, ctompkin@gmu.edu.
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August 27 | 11 am | Multipurpose Room | RSVP here
Join us to kick off the new academic year. Address followed by a lunch reception. Please RSVP to ensure we have enough lunch.
Do you have suggestions or questions for the Dean’s Address? Submit topic suggestions or questions for consideration to Michelle Thompson at mthomp7@gmu.edu no later than August 19.
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August 20 | 8:30 – 10:30 am | Peterson 1106
This session will follow the university-wide New Faculty Orientation, taking place on August 18 and 19. We look forward to seeing our newest faculty members and helping you settle into the CPH community.
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Virtual Adjunct Faculty Meeting |
August 20 | 5:30 – 7 pm | Zoom
All adjunct faculty are encouraged to attend this virtual session as we kick off the fall semester together.
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Candidate casebooks due for term faculty promotion |
Due September 1 | Email Cathy Tompkins (ctompkin@gmu.edu) for more information.
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Candidate casebooks due for term faculty multi-year contracts |
Due September 1 | Email Cathy Tompkins (ctompkin@gmu.edu) for more information.
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