Student/Alumni Survey, BSHES 524

Folks involved with the BSHES 524 are conducting a community assessment to understand what programs and services offered by the RSPH Office of Student Affairs are most helpful for students’ academic, personal, and professional development. They students and alumni who are currently or were formerly enrolled in a full time MPH program at Rollins. 

To participate in this 5-10 minute survey, please visit this link. Feel free to reach out to Nadia Thompson (nadia [dot] thompson [at] emory [dot] edu), Parth Trivedi (parth [dot] trivedi [at] emory [dot] edu), or Lejun Weng (lejun [dot] weng [at] emory [dot] edu) with any questions.

DHIS2 Platform Lunch, CDC Malaria Branch

DHIS2 is an open-source health data platform widely used in global public health for data collection, analysis, and reporting, essential for students working in international health settings. Join the CDC Malaria Branch for a Lunch and Learn to explore DHIS2’s role in strengthening health data systems —an essential skill for those pursuing impactful careers in public health! Please remember to bring your own lunch as you gather for this insightful session.

The event will take place on Thursday, November 21st from 12-1pm in RRR 100.

There will also be a virtual option on zoom that can be joined from the QR code below.

Culture, Immigration, and Health Outcomes (NRSG 435), Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing

Now open to nursing and non-nursing students!

This course, NRSG 435, will be an overview of key interdisciplinary topics related to culture, immigration, and health outcomes in the U.S., such as immigration theory, health issues in immigrants, immigration social policy and law, and social determinants of health, as well as up-to-date research.

It is being held during the Spring 2025 and will be taught online/asynchronously. For more information, please visit the Emory Atlas course directory!

Introduction to Internal Exposure Modeling (EH 526), Gangarosa Department of Environmental Health

The health effects of environmental chemicals depend on the internal concentrations of the xenobiotics and their metabolites in target tissues. Understanding and predicting chemical internal concentrations (tissue dosimetry) requires a toxicokinetic modeling approach. Based on human physiology and anatomy, physiologically based toxicokinetic (PBTK) models mechanistically simulate the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination (ADME) processes that affect the fates of exogenous chemicals in the human body, producing, as model output, changes in chemical tissue concentrations over time. PBTK-based internal exposure modeling has been increasingly applied in chemical health risk assessment, especially as in silico tool in the new era of non-animal methodology for toxicity testing.

In this course students will learn numerical simulation techniques to model what the body does to the chemicals. Environmental health students interested in chemical tissue dosimetry, internal exposure, interpretation of biomarkers of exposures, in vitro to in vivo extrapolation (IVIVE) of chemical dosimetry are highly encouraged to enroll.

The class (EH 526) will meet Spring 2025 on Friday from 1:00 – 2:50 PM. It is worth 2 credits. For more information, visit the Atlas directory.

Big Data Analytics for Healthcare (NRSG 741), Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing

This course (NRSG 741) will describe the concepts underlying the field of study identified as big data analytics along with its application in healthcare. The theoretical underpinnings of these concepts will be presented along with applications in healthcare, including knowledge discovery, precision medicine/nursing, and the development of targeted interventions to improve health outcomes. Commonly used methods in big data analytics will be reviewed, and the challenges related to gathering, analyzing, visualizing, and interpreting big data will be discussed. Hands-on computer laboratory experience (primarily R programming language and brief intro to Python) with these techniques relevant to an identified area will be included.

NRSG 741 will meet Spring 2025 on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:50pm. For more information, visit the Atlas directory or the course website, linked here. 

F-1 Student Work Visa Strategies: What’s Required for OPT, CPT & STEM Extensions, PASE

Join GoinGlobal’s immigration experts to explore 3 US work options commonly used by F-1 students.

F-1 students studying at American universities have limited options for working during their degree programs. An important option allowing off-campus employment is Curricular Practical Training (“CPT”). Similarly, students may be eligible to apply for “pre-completion” Optional Practical Training (OPT), which also allows for off-campus employment. This webinar will address issues related to CPT and pre-completion OPT as strategies to working during their degree program. The session will also discuss “post-completion” OPT as the best strategy for getting work in the US after graduation. Post completion OPT, coupled with the STEM extension, can provide opportunities to work in the US for up to 3 years upon graduation. Each of these work options (CPT, OPT and STEM) will be explored in this webinar. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions at the conclusion of the presentation.

About the Experts:
Mark Rhoads and Crystal Malik are well recognized immigration attorneys with the Immigration Practice Group of the McCandlish Holton law firm. They work with companies and universities throughout the United States successfully processing thousands of work visas and green card applications each year. Mark and Crystal frequently collaborate with universities to counsel staff and students on the latest guidelines for successfully navigating the US immigration process. Mark has been repeatedly recognized as one of the “Best Lawyers in America for Immigration Law”, while Crystal has been highlighted as one of the “Best Lawyers in America-One to Watch” in the same field.

The event will be held virtually on November 20th, 2024 from 3:00-4:00pm. Register at this link.

Alumni Networking Night, Emory Data Science Club

Join Emory Data Science Club on Wednesday, Nov. 13th from 6-7:30 p.m. in ESC MPR 1 for an Alumni Networking Night. Talk to Emory alumni from the Business, Health, Public Services/Humanities, and Tech industries, and learn about their experiences working with data. Chick-fil-A sandwiches and veggie wraps will be provided. To register, visit this Google Form by Monday, Nov. 11th.

Executive Board Elections, RSPH Student Organizations

The following student organizations are currently accepting applications for their executive board positions:

• Rollins African Diaspora Student Association (RADSA): Application | Due November 14, 2024
• Asian Pacific Islander Desi Association (APIDA): Application | Due November 15, 2024
• Georgia Public Health Ambassadors (GPHA): Application | Due November 15, 2024
• Emory Mental Health Alliance (EMHA): Application | Due November 18, 2024
• Queer Trans Collaborative (QTC): Application | Opens November 1 & Due November 22, 2024
• Rollins Environmental Health Action Coalition (REHAC): Application  | Due November 30, 2024

Applications are linked above. First year students are invited to apply. Please reach out to rollins [dot] pase [at] emory [dot] edu with any questions!

Discover Your Path: Public Health Consulting Career Discussion with Analysis Group, Rollins School of Public Health

Presenters:

Manasvi Sundar, Senior Analyst – MPH, Epidemiology ‘ 21

Olivia Barnum, Senior Analyst – MPH, Epidemiology ‘22

Join presenters for an insightful Employer Information Session with Analysis Group, a premier global economic consulting firm. This event is designed for students and professionals interested in exploring career opportunities in economic consulting and gaining a deeper understanding of the industry.

What to Expect:

• Introduction to Analysis Group: Learn about the firm’s mission, values, and the impactful work they do across various industries.
• Career Opportunities: Discover the range of roles available, from analyst positions to consulting opportunities, and understand the skills and qualifications that Analysis Group seeks in potential candidates.
• Company Culture: Get a glimpse into the collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment at Analysis Group, where teamwork and professional growth are highly valued.
• Q&A Session: Engage with representatives from Analysis Group and have your questions answered about career paths, the application process, and what it’s like to work at the firm.
• Networking: Connect with Analysis Group professionals and fellow attendees to build valuable relationships and expand your professional network.

Who Should Attend:

This session is ideal for students, recent graduates, and professionals with an interest in economic consulting, data analysis, and business strategy. Whether you are actively seeking employment or simply curious about the field, this event offers valuable insights and networking opportunities.

The event will be held on November 12th, 2024 from 12:00-1:00pm in room R809.

Please register in advance on 12Twenty.

Spring 2025 Electives, Department of Health Policy and Management

Please visit this link for more information about the HPM electives for Spring 2025!