News, updates, and information for current students and alumni of the Department of Epidemiology at Rollins School of Public Health
Category : News/Events
What: Join us for a sneak peek into what it takes to get a study from just an idea all the way to the final publication. Dr. Jones will discuss the publication process.
When: 12-1:00 pm on Tuesday, October 7th.
Where: GCR Rita Anne Rollins Room (8th floor)
Category : Alumni Student Opportunities
Applying to graduate school can be equal parts exciting and stressful. Our goal with a PhD application bootcamp is to take some of the mystery and anxiety out of the process, so that students can focus on developing their strongest graduate application.
The PhD Application Bootcamp is designed to help students complete each part of the application process, starting with deciding which PhD program is right for them, assisting with development of their personal statement and resume, as well as fine-tuning their interview skills. Students will also explore the expectations of a PhD and consider the diversity of career options for PhD graduates.
This program is free of charge and open to all students interested in applying to a PhD program, regardless of discipline, program of interest, and academic institution. Although it is hosted by the Gangarosa Department of Environmental Health, students in previous years have gone on to complete PhDs in various disciplines at a wide range of institutions, including:
The program consists of 6 sessions. You do not have to attend every program to participate. The program schedule is as follows:
Session I: Is a PhD right for me? When: October 15; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Session II: Navigating a PhD When: October 29; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Session III: Writing your personal statement, resume, letters of recommendation When: November 12, 6:00p Where: In-Person (TBD)
Session IV: Final application check-in When: November 19; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Session V: Next steps, whether you received an interview, or not When: January 28; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom) *Opportunity to schedule a mock interview with Dr. Caudle
Session VI: Deciding on a program When: March 18; 6:00p Where: Virtual (Zoom)
To register for the workshop, please email Dr. Mike Caudle (wcaudle [at] emory [dot] edu)
Category : Alumni Student Opportunities
Applications are now open for the PhD Program in Biological Sciences in Public Health (BPH) at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. The BPH program emphasizes interdisciplinary basic research spanning from molecular biology to human populations. BPH students develop individualized research projects focused on defining the molecular underpinnings of human health and disease by employing cutting-edge approaches in biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, genomics, metabolic biology, physiology, immunology, biophysics, computational and systems biology, and bioengineering. A central goal of the research in this program, whether basic or translational, is the improved understanding, prevention, and treatment of the most common and impactful global health threats.
The program encompasses laboratories and faculty mentors in the Departments of Environmental Health, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases, Molecular Metabolism, and Nutrition. Major areas of investigation include:
While the program roots cut across the entire range of biological sciences, the research also employs core quantitative disciplines (e.g., biostatistics and epidemiology), as well as approaches that bridge biology, chemistry, engineering, and computation. Students attracted to this program generally share this interdisciplinary interest and a desire to confront the most pressing health issues of our time.
All students admitted into this training program are provided full tuition, health insurance and stipend support. Our graduates hold distinguished positions in academia, industry, government, and other arenas of life science research, consulting, communications and policy. The application deadline for the 2026-27 academic year is December 1, 2025.
Please note: The BPH program does not require or consider the GRE as part of its application process. In addition, applicants who are non-native English speakers and who received their undergraduate degree from an academic institution where English is not the primary language of instruction now have the option to submit scores for the International English Language Testing System – Academic test (IELTS) as proof of English proficiency.
More information can be found on our website: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biological-sciences/ or through these upcoming recruitment events:
BPH Attendance at National Conferences:
For additional information about the BPH Ph.D. and Summer Intern Program, please contact us at bph [at] hsph [dot] harvard [dot] edu.
Category : Alumni News/Events
If you are planning to apply for the EmoryEPI PHD program, please join the department on Monday, September 29th at noon for a webinar with Doctoral Program’s Director of Graduate Studies, Dr. Ashley Naimi and a panel of current EPI doctoral students.
To register, fill out the Zoom form linked here.
Category : News/Events
The Epidemiology Journal Club invites students from all departments at RSPH to attend their journal discussion sessions!
Throughout the semester, EPI Journal Club will host bi-weekly meetings to cultivate a safe, interactive space for students to review epidemiologic literature and discuss key methodological and substantive concepts in public health. Meetings will be fun, informative, and intellectually engaging.
Meetings will be held on the following days:
All meetings are held in CNR 3001 from 12:00-1:00pm.
For more information, contact Annie Nicholas at annabel [dot] nicholas [at] emory [dot] edu.
Category : News/Events
What: Join the EPI ADAPs, DGS, and Department Chair to check in, ask questions, and share feedback.
Who: EPI, GLEPI, EH-EPI MPH and MSPH students
When: Tuesday, September 30th from 12:00-1:00pm | CNR 3001
Category : News/Events
The As-Yet-Unnamed Dinner Club (UDC) exists to facilitate networking, dialogue, and collaboration between researchers, clinicians, policy makers, communicators, historians/journalists, and everyone else who is interested in Public Health and its history, heroes, foci, policies, controversies, challenges, communication, and/or evaluation.
Established in October 2025, the UDC is a wholly independent spin off of the Vaccine Dinner Club.
The first meeting, called Public Health Chaos: What It Means for America, will be held on October 1st, 2025, from 6:30-7:30pm. For more information and registration instructions, visit the UDC website linked here.
Category : News/Events
Register now: Atlanta Pride Parade!
When: Sunday, October 12th @ 10am, Jenkins Courtyard, Goizueta Business School
Have you ever wanted to walk in a Pride parade through the streets of downtown Atlanta? This is your opportunity! Join Emory University and Emory Healthcare community members as we participate in the Atlanta Pride Parade, the largest Pride celebration in the Southeast. Transportation is provided, but seats are limited! Register HERE. All Emory students are welcome to attend!
Category : Alumni
The California Department of Public Health is hiring a Research Scientist III (RS III) within the Surveillance and Analytics Unit at the Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch. The RS III leads the development and implementation of novel substances and emerging contaminants surveillance. The RS III uses epidemiological research methods to evaluate data sources, collect data, develop research indicators and tools, conduct ongoing surveillance, conduct analyses, develop visualizations, and write up reports, data briefs, and manuscripts for dissemination to diverse audiences.
For more information and application instructions, please visit the posting linked here.
Category : Student Opportunities
Rep. Imani Barnes, Georgia State Representative, is hiring for the 2026 Legislative Session!
To apply, visit the form linked here. All applications are due September 2026.
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