The Weekly SPHere March 3, 2008
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Beware of Job Fraud. Two cases of fraud were identified by SPH students last week. In the first instance, an e-mail was circulated from an organization posing as the World Health Organization (WHO). The e-mail invited students to submit personal information to the e-mail address hr@hrp-who.site.tc in an attempt to commit identify theft. While the posting appears to be authentic, there are misspellings and no phone or other WHO contact information. If you have applied to or received a WHO job posting that you suspect may be a hoax, you can contact the WHO at internet@who.int.
More on WHO e-mail scams
More on WHO job postings
In the second case, a student received an unsolicited telephone call from someone representing a New Brighton company wanting her to come in for an interview. As it turns out the company doesn't exist.
Calling Volunteers for National Public Health Week. The SPH is hosting several events during NPHW, April 7-11, and student volunteers are needed to ensure the events are successful. Volunteers will be presented with networking opportunities, SPH-themed gear, and beneficial experience. Volunteer opportunities include:
- Film Festival, April 7-9 and 11, greeting, popping popcorn, hanging up posters, etc.
- Alumni Board Meeting, April 10, greeting, networking, set-up, clean-up, etc.
- Alumni Reunion; Major-Specific Social Hour, April 10, greeting, networking, set-up, clean-up, etc.
- Alumni and Friends Scholarship Gala, April 10, greeting, networking, set-up, clean-up, etc.
The deadline to sign up is Monday, March 10. For specific times, questions, or to volunteer, contact Nichole Marthaler at mart1047@umn.edu or 6-9303.
Dean John Finnegan writes this week about the shortage of public health workers and a federal bill that would provide more scholarships and loans for students.
Read the column
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Student News
HPM doctoral students, Jeanette Ziegenfuss and Peter Graven were awarded scholarships to attend the 20th annual policy conference of the National Academy of Social Insurance (NASI). The conference, "Getting to Universal Health Insurance Coverage," was held in Washington, DC.
Applications are now being accepted for Fall 2008 enrollment in the Health Journalism M.A. program. Students interested in health communication will learn the fundamentals of writing about health topics for different audiences in different formats, as well as health campaign development. Those interested in health journalism will learn to evaluate claims from health, medical, and scientific sources. For more program details and information on applying, contact Director of Graduate Studies Gary Schwitzer (schwitz@umn.edu) or Program Coordinator Leyla Kokmen (lkokmen@umn.edu).
The third annual global health course, "Clinical Tropical, Migrant and Travel Medicine," is being offered beginning in June. The intensive training course designed for physicians and health care providers is aimed at those working in immigrant health, travelers¿ health, and tropical and global health.
Learn more online
Take advantage of a community service opportunity and receive affordable housing. The Project for Pride in Living (PPL) program is accepting applications for fall 2008 for housing and tutoring opportunities in south Minneapolis. Students will work as one-to-one tutors and mentors with two children and receive affordable student-friendly housing. All sites are either $225 or $255 per month with utilities included, free laundry and WiFi. Some units are available to lease on June 1. Questions? Contact Eric Oines at eric.oines@ppl-inc.org or 612-455-5110.
Download program description/application
The deadlines are fast-approaching for three important events.
- Commencement RSVP -- students planning to participate in commencement activities need to register on line by Friday, March 7.
More about commencement
- Research Day abstract submission -- Monday, March 10 marks the deadline to submit online abstracts for Research Day.
More about Research Day
- "It's Global" PSA contest -- Entries for the second annual public service announcement contest are due on Monday, March 17.
It's Global
Contest Information
The SPH Student Senate is supporting the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life and needs student support. Students who want to participate in the April 18-19 event and who pay the $10 registration fee before Friday, March 14, will get a T-shirt. Questions? contact
Emily Wang at wang0675@umn.edu.
Participate or donate online
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is sponsoring its First CDC Career Day on Monday, March 17. Interested students are invited to attend and learn more about the job opportunities currently available within the agency. Questions? Contact the CDC at hrcs@cdc.gov or 1-888-CDC-HIRE.
More about the CDC
Register for Career Day
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School News
Dean John Finnegan will discuss the public health workforce shortage with Kerri Miller during the first hour of Minnesota Public Radio¿s "Mid-Morning" program on Monday, March 3. The show begins at 9 a.m.
The SPH is hosting a preview day for prospective students on Thursday, March 13 in Mayo 3-100. Faculty, students, and staff are invited to stop by from 10:40 to 10:55 a.m. to meet and greet this group of future public health colleagues. Feel free to stay for faculty, student and alumni panels immediately following the meet and greet. Contact Nome at xaph0001@umn.edu for further information.
Online registration for prospective students
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SPH Events
It's Harambee time. It's a time of unity, celebration, and sharing the unique cultural attributes that empower everyone's personalities. Make plans to attend a Harambee gathering on Monday, March 10, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Performances begin at 6 p.m. in Coffman Union. Questions? Write to chip@umn.edu or or Thuy Doan at doanx034@umn.edu.
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Other Events
March 3, 12:45 to 2 p.m.
Careers in National Service: A Voice from the U.S. Dept. of Energy Office of African and Middle Eastern Policy. Register online
March 3, 2 to 5 p.m.
The Minnesota Medical Group Management Association career fair
March 4, 5:45 p.m.
Minnesota Commissioner of Health Sanne Magnan presents her vision and priorities for the state.
Directions to the location
March 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Northwest Suburban Integration School District 6078 recruitment fair at the Coffman
March 12 from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
Partners for Asthma Action presents, "Controlling Asthma," St. Paul
March 31
The Chambers Burnet Art Gallery exhibition deadline
April 5
The University of Minnesota Medical School Pre-Med Day 2008
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