August 2023 Newsletter

  • UMB Delegation Attends Gerontology Conference in Costa Rica

    A research delegation from the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) participated in the VIII International Conference of Gerontology at the University of Costa Rica(UCR) this summer.

  • Third Cohort of Tiri Scholars Starts at The Graduate School

    The Tiri Scholars are staff members of UMB international affiliates and UMB-associated local organizations. The full-tuition scholarship program began in 2019.

  • Social Work’s Transformative Partnership in Israel

    The University of Maryland School of Social Work, the University of Haifa, and Yezreel Valley College in rural Northern Israel commemorated the 10th anniversary of their groundbreaking partnership.

  • Nursing Students' Global Field Experience in Tanzania

    In June, seven students went on a two-week Global Field Experience with the Office of Global Health at the School of Nursing.

UMB Global News

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UMB Delegation Attends Gerontology Conference in Costa Rica

A research delegation from the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) participated in the VIII International Conference of Gerontology at the University of Costa Rica(UCR) this summer.

Nursing Students' Global Field Experience in Tanzania

In June, seven students went on a two-week Global Field Experience with the Office of Global Health at the School of Nursing.

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Third Cohort of Tiri Scholars Starts at The Graduate School

The Graduate School's Henriatta Selle Tiri Scholarship Program welcomes its third cohort of students.

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Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine Is Highly Immunogenic in Children 30-35 Months Post-Vaccination

Researchers from the Groupe de Recherche Action en Santé (GRAS) – a Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health (CVD) partner in Burkina Faso – confirmed TCVs are safe, immunogenic, and can be co-administered with routine-childhood immunizations.

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UMB Welcomes Malawian Physician

Dr. Nginache Nampota – a research physician and vaccine advocate from Malawi – arrived in Baltimore to pursue a PhD in Epidemiology & Human Genetics.

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Apply for Open Executive Board Seat for United Students of African Descent

United Students of African Descent has opened the position of co-treasurer for the 2023-2024 executive board.

UMB Global News

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The Table Dialogue: Generational Differences in Latinx Families

In this month's dialogue, we'll be focusing on generational differences within Latinx families and will discuss how these differences may shape the perspectives and lived experiences of our Latinx clients and patients.

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Grab Some Bubble Tea with the Intercultural Center

Stop by the Intercultural Center lounge, pick up a free bubble tea (while supplies last), and learn about the Intercultural Center and their upcoming events.

Register for the IHV 25th Anniversary and Dr. Robert Gallo Scientific Legacy Symposium

Join the Institute of Human Virology September 28-29 for the IHV 25th Anniversary and Dr. Robert Gallo Scientific Legacy Symposium.

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30th Annual Frontiers in Vaccinology Conference

The 30th Annual Frontiers in Vaccinology Conference brings together experts and thought leaders from the field of vaccinology to share their insights and discoveries.

CGE Events

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CGE Selects 12 for Costa Rica Faculty Development Institute

CGE has selected the second Costa Rica Faculty Development Institute cohort, with 12 participants across six UMB schools and Academic Affairs.

CGE Events

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OPT Q&A Session for Graduating Students

Join the Office of International Services to learn more about work authorization for graduating international students.

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UMB Global Kick-Off

Join the Center for Global Engagement in kicking off the new academic year! Play globally themed trivia, enjoy food, and learn about global groups.

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J-1 Scholar Orientation

Join the Office of International Services to review the rules for maintaining J-1 Scholar status, as well as other topics about getting to know the UMB campus.

UMB Global News

Virtual Global Health Education: Approaches & Advances Webinar

Join experts from across the globe representing diverse applications of virtual global health education and information dissemination.

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Submit a Breakout Panel Proposal or Abstract to CUGH Conference 2024

Submit your session ideas for the 2024 CUGH Conference by September 15.

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Apply for a Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowship in Public Health

Apply for a Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowships in Public Health.

CUGH Launches New Community for Global Health Educators\

CUGH has launched the new Global Health Educators Community (GHECo), which is open to professors and other educators involved in global health education.