Prepared by: Jennifer Cremeens and Anna Pollack, APHA-SA Opportunities Committee Chairs If you have announcements you want included in this email, please send them to: opportunities@aphastudents.org Weekly APHA - SA Opportunities Committee Email Friday, March 24, 2006 Internet Resources University of North Carolina~Rs job listing http://www.sph.unc.edu/students/career/jobs.cfm Emory listing of global health employers http://www.sph.emory.edu/GLOBAL/organizations.php Internships CDC and ATSDR Internships and Fellowships The CDC has provided funds to support 20 fellowship and 12 internship opportunities at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. ASPH will be responsible for coordinating these training opportunities. Due to the delay by CDC in announcing the fellowship and internship positions, the application cycle is very tight. We are asking your assistance in ensuring your students learn of these positions. Students receiving their MPH or Doctorate degree prior to the beginning of the fellowship (no later than August 2006) and early career professionals with MPH or Doctorate degrees may apply for the fellowship program. Any full- or part-time student, enrolled in a master's or doctoral level degree program is permitted to apply for the internships offered. Applicants must be affiliated with an ASPH accredited school of public health. Applicants must also be U.S. Citizens or hold a visa permitting permanent residence in the U.S. Applicants may apply for up to three different fellowships and/or internships. Announcement posters are attached to this email, and additional information has been sent to the Student Liaisons in the Career Services Office at your school. All information for the for the fellowship and internship programs is best accessed via the Internet at www.asph.org . By following the prompts, you can access a detailed description for each training opportunity, the application form and program information necessary to complete an application. Deadline for receipt of applications: Fellowship Program - April 21st, 2006 Internship Program - April 11th, 2006 2006 Training Program Opportunities: ASPH Home Page: www.asph.org Should you or your students have any questions, please contact Christy Crimmins at ccrimmins@asph.org or 202.296.1099. Intern Children~Rs Health Center @ Shaw (Comp Clinic) ~V DC Comp Clinic is a part of the Diana L. and Stephen A. Goldberg Center for Community Pediatric Health at Children~Rs National Medical Center. Comp Clinic provides primary care services, WIC, health education and additional services for children and adolescents age 0 ~V21 living primarily in Ward 1 of DC. The Clinic serves primarily African American, Asian, Latino as well as other populations but Spanish and/or Chinese language skills are a plus. Comp Clinic is looking for an intern to assist in the area of asthma. Internship Description The intern will report to the Health Educator and will primarily assist with the entry of patients into a computerized asthma registry as well as with the research and development of the resulting asthma education initiative at Comp. This is an unpaid internship. The internship activities will start May 2006 and end in August 2006. Comp is open M-F 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Scheduling is flexible but a minimum commitment of 25 hrs per week is required. Please send a resume (via email or mail) to: Deeonna Farr, MPH Health Educator Children~Rs Health Center @ Shaw/Comp Clinic 2220 11th St NW Washington, DC 20001 dfarr@cnmc.org SUMMER SCIENCE TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES Epidemiology & Related Courses - Summer 2006 - Who: Johns Hopkins University ~V Center for Talented Youth ~V CTY What: We are seeking enthusiastic science teachers, graduate students, and undergraduate students to work in our summer programs. CTY offers intense 3-week academic programs for highly talented elementary, middle, and high school students from across the country and around the world. Where: Residential site locations around the country: California, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island Day Site locations in the Baltimore ~V Washington and Los Angeles areas. When: Session 1: June 22 ~V July 15 Session 2: July 15 ~V August 5 Instructors and teaching assistants can work one or two sessions. Why: CTY staff work with exceptional students, make contacts and friendships with dynamic colleagues, and gain valuable experience in a rigorous academic setting. Salary: Instructors start at $1940 ~V $2940 per 3-week session. Teaching Assistants start at $1000 per 3-week session. Room and board are provided at our residential sites. Classes: 12 ~V 18 students Each course has an instructor and teaching assistant. Budget: $780 ~V $1500 per 3-week session for lab consumables. Visit: www.cty.jhu.edu/summer/employment · Review full job descriptions and responsibilities · Learn about additional opportunities · Download an application You can also contact us at 410-735-6185 or ctysummer@jhu.edu for more information. Johns Hopkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Courses include: The History of Disease, and Epidemiology, Re-emerging Infectious Diseases, and Pandemics Job Opportunities International Seeds of Sustenance Fellows Global Service Corps (GSC) is currently recruiting Fellows for the Seeds of Sustenance (SOS) Program beginning in July 10, 2006. The SOS program sends Fellows to Africa for a period of six to twelve months to develop and implement capacity building programs related to HIV/AIDS prevention and care, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. Fellows receive a month-long training in the areas above and are then placed in the field where they work with a partner organization for the remainder of the program. Past and present partner organizations include Africare, The Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO), Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI), Heifer International, and GSC-Tanzania. GSC's unique SOS Fellowship program prepares individuals for a career in today's competitive international development field through hands-on field experience with some of the most influential organizations working in Africa today. Funding: Fellows selected for the July SOS Program will be responsible for their round-trip airfare to Arusha, Tanzania, health insurance and visa/resident permit. GSC will assist fellows in obtaining discounted airfares, international insurance, and the appropriate Tanzanian visa documents, and will provide assistance in fundraising and tax deduction information. To Apply: Please send via email (SOSprogram@igc.org) your resume and a personal statement (no more than one page) about your career interests, how you think this fellowship would help prepare you for next steps in your career and what you can personally bring to this program. Please also state that you are able to meet the financial obligations for the program and that you are available for at least six months beginning July 1, 2006. For more information please find the SOS Fellowship Program Overview and Training Schedule pasted below, or visit our website, www.globalservicecorps.org. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any further questions. SOSprogram@igc.org. Mid-Atlantic Public Affairs Coordinator - DC APHA has a position open for a public affairs coordinator. We are looking someone who is interested in an entry level position with room for growth in a very busy public affairs department. A cover letter and resume detailing relevant experience along with salary requirement is recommended. Forward to: Human Resources Department/PAC, American Public Health Association, 800 I Street, NW; Washington, DC 20001-3710. Fax to: 202-777-2530 or E-mail to: resume@apha.org . Job Title: Public Health Representative II Job Number: 06NS979352 Location: Newark (Northern New Jersey) Facility: School of Public Health Department: Other Status: Regular Full-time Salary Range: P -21 $42,613 - $60,791 Created by the State Legislature in 1970, UMDNJ is now a statewide network of academic health centers that includes eight schools on five campuses, enrolling more than 4,500 students. We rank among the 100 top research universities in the country. Our University is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the education of health professionals and scientists, the conduct of research, the delivery of health care, and service to the people of New Jersey. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Public Health plus two years of public health experience. A Master of Public Health (MPH) degree and three years experience are strongly preferred. Excellent communication and administrative skills and the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with local, state and national public health agencies and organizations required. Experience with word processing, database and analytical programs required. Additional related professional public health experience may be substituted for the degree on a year for year basis. Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Associate Dean of the UMDNJ - School of Public Health Newark Campus, arranges, monitors and coordinates fieldwork for students in the Master of Public Health (MPH) degree program. Coordinates the learning experiences for all MPH students. Identifies, develops and maintains relationships with local, state and national agencies/organizations, governmental and voluntary health agencies, professional associations, hospitals and medical care services to administer a purposeful fieldwork program. UMDNJ offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package including child care. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.umdnj.edu/hrweb. Program Assistant, Scientific Programs ~V MD Association for Public Health Laboratories. Click on the link below for more information. Contact Ms. Liebreich for more information. http://careers.aphl.org/c/job.cfm?str=26&max=25&site_id=249&jb=872034 Program Assistant, Scientific Programs Job ID: 872034 Area of Focus: Other Company Name: ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC HEALTH LABORATORIES (APHL) Job Function: Other Setting: Association/Non-Profit Entry Level: United States Location(s): Silver Spring, MD, United States Posted: February 21, 2006 Job Type: Full-Time Job Duration: Indefinite Min Education: BA/BS/Undergraduate Min Experience: 2-3 Years Travel: 0-10% APHL has a new address! Please note: Jennifer N. Liebreich, MPH Director of Environmental Health Programs Association of Public Health Laboratories 8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 700 Silver Spring, MD 20910 240.485.2768 240.485.2700 (f) jennifer.liebreich@aphl.org Research Assistant - MD Off campus University medical research center located in Rockville MD is seeking a research oriented person to assist in database management, data auditing and analysis for large multi-center clinical trials in maternal fetal medicine. Research experience and 1 or more years SAS programming desirable. Minimum of a BA/BS (or equivalent experience and training) and good oral/written communications skills required. Supportive environment foster both independence and teamwork. Position title and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. GW tuition benefits for employee, spouse, and dependents. Letter and CV to Ms. Matos, The Biostatistics Center, 6110 Executive Blvd, Suite 750, Rockville, MD 20852. Fax 301-881-3742; email: careercenter@biostat.bsc.gwu.edu; website: www.bsc.gwu.edu; no phone calls. Research Assistant/Jr. Visual FoxPro Programmer at Biostatistics Center - MD Off campus University medical research center located in Rockville MD is seeking a programmer with training and some experience in object-oriented programming to work on maintenance and support of data entry apps written in Visual FoxPro for clinical research projects. One year of relevant experience with Visual FoxPro or C++ is highly desirable. The ability to troubleshoot, work in a team, test softwar, and communicate well with users is essential. Minimum of a BA/BS (Computer Science preferred) or equivalent training and experience. Position title and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. GW tuition benefits for employee, spouse, and dependents. Research Associate/Web Programmer at Biostatistics Center - MD Letter and CV to Ms. Jefferson, The Biostatistics Center, 6110 Executive Blvd, Suite 750, Rockville, MD 20852. Fax 301-881-3742; email: careercenter@biostat.bsc.gwu.edu; website: www.bsc.gwu.edu; no phone calls. Off campus University medical research center located in Rockville MD is seeking a software developer with experience in object oriented Web application development and database programming to support existing and development of future apps. Candidate must have experience in various platforms and programming languages. Working experience with PHP, JavaScript and relational DBs required. Knowledge of C++, web standards (such as W3C) highly desired. Minimum of a BA/BS (or equivalent experience and training) in computer science and 3 years of relevant experienc or and MS and 1 year of relevant experience; good oral/written English language communications skills required. Supportive environment foster both independence and teamwork. Position title and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. GW tuition benefits for employee, spouse, and dependents. Letter and CV to Ms. Pietro, The Biostatistics Center, 6110 Executive Blvd, Suite 750, Rockville, MD 20852. Fax 301-881-3742; email: careercenter@biostat.bsc.gwu.edu; website: www.bsc.gwu.edu; no phone calls. Research Assistant II ~V DC Location: Children's National Medical Center, Washington DC Hours: 40 hours a week (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday to Friday) Number of Positions: 1 Start Date: May 1, 2006 Salary: commensurate with education and experience Background: The TRIPPS study is a prospective study involving blood donors and patients who are the recipients of blood transfusions. Transfusion recipients are enrolled, followed serially, and screened for transfusion-transmitted viruses in an effort to continue to monitor donor safety and transfusion safety. Job Description: The research assistant will report to the project coordinator and principal investigator. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, recruiting and enrolling blood donors and patients into study; obtaining informed consent and reviewing study objectives with donors and patients; obtaining demographic and diagnostic information using hospital based information systems; entering data into study database(s); scheduling follow-up visits for study participants; and processing of blood samples collected from blood donors and recipients. Education and Training Required: BA or BS in Biology or related field; Knowledge required includes basic laboratory equipment use and operation; Basic laboratory skills such as centrifuging samples, removing plasma from red cells, aliquoting samples and accurately labeling and storing samples. Experience Required: One to two years experience. No supervisory experience required. Research experience helpful. Special Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Access; Ability to multi-task and work with several projects at one time; Good communication and interpersonal skills important. How to Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to Camilla A. Colvin via email at ccolvin@cnmc.org. Clinical Research Associate - DC Location: Children's National Medical Center, Washington DC Department: Hematology and Oncology Position: Clinical Research Associate Hours: 40 hours a week Background: Children's National Medical Center (CNMC) is a 230 bed hospital providing state-of-the-art medical care for infants, children and adolescents. Department of Hematology/Oncology is one of the leading enrollers in several cooperative groups which include Children's Oncology Group, Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium, National Cancer Institute (NCI). Faculty members serve as study chairs of several national and international clinical research studies in pediatric oncology. Benefits of the hospital include health, vision and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, Group Term Life Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, educational assistance, paid holidays, annual and sick leave, parking, and shuttle services. Job Description Preparation of research protocols and related documentation for Institutional Review Board review. Extraction of patient data, toxicity assessment, research database maintenance and timely reporting of research data to study sponsor. This individual works closely with faculty physicians and nurses, and reports to the Clinical Research Coordinator. Some travel may be involved. Qualification requirement Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a related field. Major in science/biology, public health or related field. Requirements Knowledge of a MS Word, Excel and Access or other database entry experiences a plus. Ability to multi-task and work with several projects at one time. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to take initiative and work as a team with physicians, nurses and CRAs. Accurate and concise data extraction from patient records and reporting per research protocol guidelines. Aids in audit preparation. Identification of eligible patients, coordinates studies as part of the protocol and maintains data submission requirements. Respects confidentiality within this medical care setting. Ability to set up infrastructure from protocol for data collection and submission within the time frame of the protocol. Seeks continued dedication in areas relevant to the job. Contact Ms. Sue Reilley Clinical Research Coordinator email:sreilley@cnmc.org Part-time Research/Program Assistant - DC Location: The Center for Health and Health Care in Schools, Washington, DC Hours: 12 ~V 15/week, 3 days per week (operating hours- 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) Compensation: $10 - $11/hr Contact: Theresa Chapman, Executive Coordinator, CHHCS, chapman@gwu.edu. The following employment opportunities are available for graduate students at: The Center for Health and Health Care in Schools, a GWU grant-funded initiative located at 2121 K St. NW, is seeking a part-time research assistant/program assistant. The Center is a policy and program resource center exploring ways to strengthen the well-being of children and youth through effective school-based health programs and health care services. An excellent opportunity for graduate students interested in issues surrounding children~Rs health and children~Rs health in schools. We encourage those interested to visit our Web site to gain insight on our activities, www.healthinschools.org. Student research assistant will: (1) assist in organization and management of grant program funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation including literature searches, data collection and input as well as assisting on various projects. (2) assist in various administrative duties including answering telephones, copying documents, filing, mail distribution, and assisting with mass mailings. Attention to detail is essential. Interested candidates must have previous office experience and be familiar with Microsoft Office. Experience with Mac environments is a plus. Position: Staff Assistant (Part Time) - DC Description: To provide administrative and programmatic assistance for small 5-7-person office, including day-to-day office administrative functions, record keeping and filing, correspondence, travel arrangements, administrative support to the Executive Director, project support, drafting and editing of project materials, and other administrative services as needed. Background: SUSTAIN is a small, non-profit organization whose mission is to share science and encourage technologic innovation to improve nutrition in developing countries. SUSTAIN engages industry, the scientific community and governments in collaborative efforts to enhance the nutritive quality of food staples. For more information visit www.sustaintech.org. Duties and Responsibilities: Support Programs - provide support to program staff to assist in project coordination, correspondence, and organization and maintenance of project files, technical resources and other materials Correspondence & Documentation - draft, proof and format routine correspondence, administrative procedures, meeting notes, and other documents; assist with correspondence and communications with partners around the world Operations/Executive Support - provide administrative support to promote efficiency in small office environment; provide administrative support to assist the Executive Director Meeting planning & travel arrangements - plan and organize in-house meetings with partners, consultants and/or volunteers, and coordinate travel arrangements for staff and consultants to SUSTAIN related events Reference Materials - organize, assemble, reproduce and maintain documents and graphic materials (e.g. photo logs, program materials, publications, displays, business cards, etc.) Files - organize and maintain files and record-keeping systems, including administrative, vendor and corporate records Database - perform data-entry; up-date and maintain contacts and resources in databases Mail - sort and distribute mail; handle out-going mail, shipping & courier services Supplies - monitor office supplies and process replenishments Other Administrative Services - copying, faxing, and other administrative support as needed Qualifications: Minimum educational requirements: BA degree (any field), candidates seeking graduate degree preferred Demonstrated clerical and administrative support skills Computer skills in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) Skilled in filing/organizing office resources; proofing work for detail/accuracy; multitasking; and time/workload management Excellent verbal and written communication skills Application Procedure: To be considered for this position, e-mail cover letter and resume to: hr_staff@sustaintech.org Attach your cover letter and resume as a Microsoft Word file. In the Subject field of your e-mail message, please include: first initial, last name - Staff Assistant Hourly Rate: $10 - $12 Depending On Experience You will receive an acknowledgment upon receipt of your resume. Unfortunately, we are only able to respond further to candidates chosen for interviews or additional follow-up. No phone calls please. We value the diversity of our workforce. Equal Opportunity Employer Please check SUSTAIN's website for updates to this position description - www.sustaintech.org Associate, Health & Environment Program ~V DC The goal of the Health & Environment Program is to improve public health by advancing environmental health literacy. The Program includes projects involving partnerships with federal agencies, health professional organizations, and public health groups to provide environmental education to physicians, nurses and other primary healthcare providers. The position reports to the Senior Director, Health & Environment Program. For more information please go to http://www.neetf.org/health Primary Duties and Responsibilities * Coordinate planning and logistics for meetings and conferences; * Provide programmatic assistance for all projects; * Provide assistance in developing grant proposals, working in coordination with the Development staff; * Manage the Health & Environment newsletter development and publication; * Manage program databases; * Arrange conference calls and prepare meeting notes; * Track program expenses; * Maintain program files; * Work on special projects and conduct programmatic research; * Maintain Health & Environment Program section of the NEETF Website. Qualifications NEETF seeks a highly motivated and well organized individual with strong interest in environmental health. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) and possess 1-2 years previous relevant experience; exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills; possess a high-level of professionalism and enjoyment working with a variety of people; be able to handle, organize and prioritize multiple tasks and be detailed oriented; demonstrate strong motivation and initiative for effective project management and for developing administrative systems as needed; demonstrate excellent computer and database skills, specifically with MS Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point. The Organization NEETF is a leader in bringing objective, scientifically sound, environmental education to America - businesses, communities, public officials, health professionals, educators and youth. A 501c(3) nonprofit authorized by Congress, NEETF strives to help America meet critical challenges by connecting environmental learning to subjects of national concern such as health care, educational excellence, consumers' right to know, remaining competitive in a world business economy, and effective community participation. For additional information, please visit our website at www.neetf.org. Salary: $35,000-$45,000, commensurate with experience; excellent benefits Position Announcement: March 16, 2006 To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to: NEETF, 1707 H Street, NW, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20006 or e-mail: health@neetf.org Temporary Part-Time Assistant, Health & Environment Program - DC The goal of the Health & Environment Program is to improve public health by advancing environmental health literacy. The Program includes projects involving partnerships with federal agencies, health professional organizations, and public health groups to provide environmental education to physicians, nurses and other primary healthcare providers. The position reports to the Senior Director, Health & Environment Program. For more information please go to http://www.neetf.org/health Primary Duties and Responsibilities * Coordinate planning and logistics for meetings and conferences; * Provide programmatic assistance for all projects; * Manage program databases; * Arrange conference calls and prepare meeting notes; * Track program expenses; * Maintain program files; * Work on special projects and conduct programmatic research; * Maintain Health & Environment Program section of the NEETF Website. Qualifications NEETF seeks a highly motivated and well organized individual with strong interest in environmental health. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and possess some previous office experience; exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills; be able to handle, organize and prioritize multiple tasks and be detail oriented; demonstrate excellent computer and database skills, specifically with MS Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point. The Organization NEETF is a leader in bringing objective, scientifically sound, environmental education to America - businesses, communities, public officials, health professionals, educators and youth. A 501c(3) nonprofit authorized by Congress, NEETF strives to help America meet critical challenges by connecting environmental learning to subjects of national concern such as health care, educational excellence, consumers' right to know, remaining competitive in a world business economy, and effective community participation. For additional information, please visit our website at www.neetf.org. Salary: $15/hour Position Announcement: March 16, 2006 To Apply: Please e-mail resume and cover letter to: health@neetf.org ATTN: Health &Environment This position is available immediately as part-time (15-20 hours/week) through May 31, 2006 with potential to transition to a permanent full-time position. Project Associate - DC Full-time BS/BA required, MPH preferred Purpose: To provide programmatic and technical support for HIN environmental health projects. Position Reports To: Senior Project Coordinator To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to Ms. Jamila Boddie at: jboddie@nea.org NEA HIN 1201 16th Street NW Ste 216 Washington, DC 20036 Closing date: May 1 Responsibilities: Provides administrative/programmatic support for HIN grant-funded environmental health projects. May be assigned to support multiple projects. Develops content and maintains environmental health sections of HIN website. Develops content and maintains database structure of Asthma and Schools website. Creates and maintains accurate project data bases. Responds to general inquiries from NEA members and the public regarding activities of assigned projects and/or refers inquires to appropriate staff member. Coordinates distribution of environmental health materials. Creates accurate documents and presentation materials using various computer software packages, e.g. Microsoft Office XP. Performs project research. Assist in coordinating meeting and event logistics for HIN at NEA. May provide supervision of intern as needed. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience: 1. Degree from an accredited college required. 2. Highly effective oral and written communications skills required. 3. 2-3 years experience developing print and web materials for diverse audiences. 4. Ability to effectively collaborate with a diverse team. 5. Must be detail oriented and possess outstanding organizational skills. 6. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computer software with knowledge of website design and maintenance preferred. Packages used: Microsoft Office XP and Macromedia Dreamweaver. 7. Must be self-motivated and able to multi-task and work under daily deadlines. 8. Strong interest in and knowledge base of environmental health preferred. Health Services Manager (Search Reopened) - NJ The A. Harry Moore School is a special education laboratory school of New Jersey City University providing services for 180 students, ages 3-21 with multiple disabilities. The school offers all the advantages of working in a public school with the additional benefit of being connected to a large, urban state university, tuition reimbursement, competitive salaries and benefits, school hours and holidays, plus a dynamic team of special educators, therapists and medical personnel. The Health Services Manager will provide leadership and expertise to oversee the ongoing development and implementation of health services which promote a transdisciplinary approach to meeting the educational, therapeutic, medical and social needs of students with multiple disabilities. The successful candidate will: * Assure provision of health services to students and personnel in accordance to NJ administrative code and school policy * Participate with the administrative team to develop and implement policy and programs * Work cooperatively with NJCU faculty to promote the Laboratory School relationship * Oversee the ongoing development and implementation of health interventions which support IEP goals * Provide support and training to personnel to promote effective health interventions * Participate in the intake process * Coordinate health related clinics * Assist with other duties as requested by school administration Requirements: * B.S. Degree from an accredited College or University, master~Rs degree preferred with specialty as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist * New Jersey Registered Professional Nurse license * New Jersey School Nurse certification * Two years of administrative experience in a related field * Experience working with developmentally disabled and medically fragile pediatric population preferred Application Process: For consideration, please submit a letter of application, resume, licensure, and contact information for three references by April 15, 2006 to: Judy Ortman, Principal A.Harry Moore School 2078 Kennedy Blvd. Jersey City, NJ 07305 Special Needs Counselor - NJ The A. Harry Moore School is the special education laboratory school of New Jersey City University. We provide services for 180 students, ages 3-21 with multiple disabilities. The school offers the advantages of working in a public school with the additional benefit of being connected to a state university. We offer tuition reimbursement, competitive salaries, benefits, school hours and holidays, and a dynamic team of special educators and therapists. Duties: Provide counseling services that assist students with multiple disabilities to develop the emotional, behavioral and functional resources that will maximize their ability to function successfully in their community: ~U Evaluation of social/emotional student abilities and needs ~U Provide individual, group and family counseling to enhance overall functioning and to facilitate independence ~U Provide transition counseling and advocacy to students and families ~U Design and coordinate behavior intervention plans ~U Participation on a transdisciplinary team to plan and implement Individual Educational Programs ~U Serve as a resource to other professionals and parents Requirements: NJ school social work, psychologist or counseling certification, and experience with students with multiple disabilities is preferred. Application: For consideration, please submit a letter of application, resume, licensure, and contact information for three references by March 24, 2006 to: Judy Ortman, Principal A. Harry Moore School 2078 Kennedy Blvd. Jersey City, NJ 07305 The website at www.njcu.edu has more information regarding the positions. It is located under the Human Resource Department tab. Occupational Therapist (Search Reopened) - NJ The A. Harry Moore School is the special education laboratory school of New Jersey City University. We provide services for 180 students, ages 3-21 with multiple disabilities. The school offers the advantages of working in a public school with the additional benefit of being connected to a state university. We offer tuition reimbursement, competitive salaries, benefits, school hours and holidays, and a dynamic team of special educators and therapists. Duties: Provide occupational therapy services to students with multiple disabilities ages 3-21 including: ~U Evaluation of developmental and functional abilities ~U Design and implementation of interventions to enhance educational performance and to facilitate independence ~U Participation on a transdisciplinary team to plan and implement Individual Educational Programs ~U Serve as a resources to other professionals and parents Requirements: NJ School OT Certification, experience with multiply disabled population preferred. Application: For consideration, please submit a letter of application, resume, licensure, and contact information for three references by April 15, 2006 to: Judy Ortman, Principal A. Harry Moore School 2078 Kennedy Blvd. Jersey City, NJ 07305 The website at www.njcu.edu has more information regarding the positions. It is located under the Human Resource Department tab. Teacher of the Handicapped - NJ The A. Harry Moore School is the special education laboratory school of New Jersey City University. We provide services for 180 students, ages 3-21 with multiple disabilities. The school offers the advantages of working in a public school with the additional benefit of being connected to a state university. We offer tuition reimbursement, competitive salaries, benefits, school hours and holidays, and a dynamic team of special educators and therapists. For consideration, please submit a letter of application, resume, licensure, and contact information for three references by March 24, 2006 to: Judy Ortman, Principal A. Harry Moore School 2078 Kennedy Blvd. Jersey City, NJ 07305 Duties: Teach in a program that emphasizes functional and vocational skill development with students with multiple disabilities: ~U Evaluation of developmental and functional abilities ~U Implementation of instruction designed to enhance educational performance and to facilitate independence ~U Participation on a transdisciplinary team to plan and implement Individual Educational Programs ~U Serve as a resource to other professionals and parents Requirements: NJ Teacher of the Handicapped Certification or Certificate of Eligibility (elementary level) required, experience with multiply disabled population preferred. Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2006 Application: For consideration, please submit a letter of application, resume, licensure, and contact information for three references by March 24, 2006 to: Judy Ortman, Principal A. Harry Moore School 2078 Kennedy Blvd. Jersey City, NJ 07305 The website at www.njcu.edu has the data needed for more information regarding the positions. It is located under the Human Resource Department tab. Associate, Health & Environment Program - DC The National Environmental Education & Training Foundation (NEETF) is seeking an Associate, Health & Environment Program. The goal of the Health & Environment Program is to improve public health by advancing environmental health literacy. The Program includes projects involving partnerships with federal agencies, health professional organizations, and public health groups to provide environmental education to physicians, nurses and other primary healthcare providers. The position reports to the Senior Director, Health & Environment Program. For more information please go to http://www.neetf.org/health Primary Duties and Responsibilities * Coordinate planning and logistics for meetings and conferences; * Provide programmatic assistance for all projects; * Provide assistance in developing grant proposals, working in coordination with the Development staff; * Manage the Health & Environment newsletter development and publication; * Manage program databases; * Arrange conference calls and prepare meeting notes; * Track program expenses; * Maintain program files; * Work on special projects and conduct programmatic research; * Maintain Health & Environment Program section of the NEETF Website. Qualifications NEETF seeks a highly motivated and well organized individual with strong interest in environmental health. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) and possess 1-2 years previous relevant experience; exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills; possess a high-level of professionalism and enjoyment working with a variety of people; be able to handle, organize and prioritize multiple tasks and be detailed oriented; demonstrate strong motivation and initiative for effective project management and for developing administrative systems as needed; demonstrate excellent computer and database skills, specifically with MS Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point. The Organization NEETF is a leader in bringing objective, scientifically sound, environmental education to America - businesses, communities, public officials, health professionals, educators and youth. A 501c(3) nonprofit authorized by Congress, NEETF strives to help America meet critical challenges by connecting environmental learning to subjects of national concern such as health care, educational excellence, consumers' right to know, remaining competitive in a world business economy, and effective community participation. For additional information, please visit our website at www.neetf.org. Salary: $35,000-$45,000, commensurate with experience; excellent benefits To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to: NEETF, 1707 H Street, NW, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20006 or e-mail: health@neetf.org ATTN: Health &Environment Temporary Part-Time Assistant, Health & Environment Program - DC The National Environmental Education & Training Foundation Announces an Immediate Vacancy The goal of the Health & Environment Program is to improve public Health by advancing environmental health literacy. The Program includes projects involving partnerships with federal agencies, health professional organizations, and public health groups to provide environmental education to physicians, nurses and other primary healthcare providers. The position reports to the Senior Director, Health & Environment Program. For more information please go to http://www.neetf.org/health Primary Duties and Responsibilities * Coordinate planning and logistics for meetings and conferences; * Provide programmatic assistance for all projects; * Manage program databases; * Arrange conference calls and prepare meeting notes; * Track program expenses; * Maintain program files; * Work on special projects and conduct programmatic research; * Maintain Health & Environment Program section of the NEETF Website. Qualifications NEETF seeks a highly motivated and well organized individual with Strong interest in environmental health. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and possess some previous office experience; exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills; be able to handle, organize and prioritize multiple tasks and be detail oriented; demonstrate excellent computer and database skills, specifically with MS Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point. The Organization NEETF is a leader in bringing objective, scientifically sound, environmental education to America - businesses, communities, public officials, health professionals, educators and youth. A 501c(3) nonprofit authorized by Congress, NEETF strives to help America meet critical challenges by connecting environmental learning to subjects of national concern such as health care, educational excellence, consumers' right to know, remaining competitive in a world business economy, and effective community participation. For additional information, please visit our website at www.neetf.org. Salary: $15/hour Position Announcement: March 16, 2006 To Apply: Please e-mail resume and cover letter to: health@neetf.org ATTN: Health &Environment This position is available immediately as part-time (15-20 hours/week) through May 31, 2006 with potential to transition to a permanent full-time position. Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (02224037) - MD CLOSING DATE: 04/10/2006 DEPARTMENT: Family Studies STARTING SALARY: Commensurate with experience ADDITIONAL SALARY INFO: This is a 9-month tenure track position POSITION AVAILABLE: August 2006; starting date negotiable. DUTIES: The University of Maryland at College Park (UMCP) is in the process of developing a new School of Public Health. The School will include existing departments of Family Studies, Public and Community Health, and Kinesiology, as well as the interdisciplinary Center on Aging. The Family Studies Department has an undergraduate and Ph.D. program in Family Studies, and a Master's program in Marriage and Family Therapy. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Department of Family Studies is developing a new Ph.D. concentration in Maternal and Child Health as it prepares to join the University's new School of Public Health. The faculty member will be instrumental in providing intellectual leadership for this concentration. Responsibilities include: establishing a strong program of externally funded research; teaching both graduate and undergraduate courses in maternal and child health and family science; and advising and mentoring students. QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in public health, maternal and child health, family/population health, or a related discipline if the candidate has an MPH; a strong record of scholarly publication; evidence of, or potential to establish, a strong externally funded program of research; successful college-level teaching and mentoring experience; and research addressing the health of children and families. Applications from minority and women candidates are strongly encouraged. TO APPLY: Evaluation of applications will begin in early April and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applicants should submit a curriculum vitae; a letter of application; a description of current research program(s) and external funding history, a summary of teaching experience, and the names and contact information of three references by April 10, 2006, to: Professor Sandra L. Hofferth Chair, Search Committee Department of Family Studies 1210E Marie Mount Hall University of Maryland College Park, MD 20742 hofferth@umd.edu Additional information about the Family Studies Department can be obtained at http://www.hhp.umd.edu/FMST. The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Sandra L. Hofferth, Ph.D. Professor Department of Family Studies 301-405-8501 Communications/Outreach Associate - VA The Cadmus Group, Inc. seeks an Associate to manage outreach/communications and environmental projects addressing indoor air quality issues for our clients at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an Associate, you will ensure completion of deliverables to your clients; manage project work flow, personnel, and financial resource allocations; foster client relationships; and oversee subcontractors. A graduate level degree in policy, science, economics, business, public relations, marketing, or a related field is required. Candidates must have a minimum of three or more years of experience in policy analysis, social marketing, communications, and outreach, preferably in support of government contracts. Candidates must possess strong written and oral communication skills and should be comfortable with a variety of writing styles and delivering presentations. Previous work experience should demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment. This position may require occasional travel. This position is located in Cadmus~R Arlington, VA, office. To apply, go to http://www.careerexchange.com/cejobs/catresponseCadmus.asp Midwest Grants Manager - IL Reports to: Director, Grants and Communications Supervises: Not applicable Collaborates with: President & CEO, Executive Leadership Team & Leadership Team Classification: Exempt Grade: 14 HIPAA PHI Access Level: TBD General Summary: The Grants Manager is responsible for the development and production of grants and contract proposals to federal agencies, corporations, and private foundations. The Grants Manager identifies new sources of funding and sustains relationship with funders. The Grants Manager works collaboratively with Erie~Rs program directors to develop programs, implementation and evaluation plans. In addition, the Grants Manager will develop proposals for general operating support, capital, and for any other funding needs. The Grants Manager ensures an efficient grants acquisition, implementation and renewal process through assigned programs. Other writing responsibilities may include writing activities related to the Annual Report, press releases, Donor Newsletter and any other Erie communication materials. The Grants Manager will also act as part of the Development Team in assisting with fundraising activities. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Grant Prospecting a. Identify potential funders for Erie~Rs programs. b. Review the funder~Rs information (website, printed application guidelines, past grantees, etc.) and determine if funder is good match with an Erie program. c. Make recommendations regarding matching Erie program to prospect funders. 2. Grant Acquisition a. Manage entire acquisition process with grant acquisition team members to determine the scope of the project for which the proposal is being prepared for including: i. Determining measurable goals and objectives of the project. ii. Substantiating the need for the program in the community using quantitative and qualitative data. iii. Determining the program budget. iv. Determining the precise procedure that the organization intends to use to carry out the program objectives. v. Devising the evaluation procedures and systems. vi. Ensuring that all questions in the request for proposal (RFP) are answered in the grant proposal. b. Write the letters of intent and funding proposals that are adaptive to the unique specifications of the funders, as described in their guidelines. c. Assemble letters of intent and proposals for on-time submission, including all photocopies, cover letters, budgets and addenda. d. Ensure quality in assembled letters of intent and proposal packages. 3. Grants Management a. Manages and ensures efficient grant acquisition and renewal process management. b. Ensures on-time grant reporting and communication to the funder c. Manages a calendar of future grant funding opportunities and renewal grants. 4. Other Development Department Duties a. Work with Development Department in its other fundraising duties b. Produce other Development written work, such as the Annual Report, Donor Newsletter and other communication materials. Qualifications: 1. Bachelor~Rs Degree required, masters degree preferred with concentration in public health, health administration or social sciences. 2. 3-5 years of relevant grant writing or professional writing experience, preferably in non-profit environment or community health. 3. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to make decisions based on available information. 4. High levels of resourcefulness, critical thinking and creative problem solving skills. 5. Strong communication, presentation, planning and decision-making skills. 6. Excellent research skills, experience with obtaining & analyzing census and other quantitative data 7. Experience with developing evaluation plans to determine program/project success. 8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 9. Excellent computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet, database and Internet research. 10. Experience with Raiser~Rs Edge database software. 11. Excellent organization and ability to manage and meet deadlines. 12. Flexible and well organized; able to manage multiple tasks. 13. Excellent attention to details. 14. Team oriented with a strong work ethic. Other Desirable Qualifications: 1. Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively in a culturally and professionally diverse environment. 2. Self-motivated. 3. Mature, professional demeanor. 4. Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability and/or bicultural knowledge of communities served by EFHC. NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intending to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel as classified. West Health Protection Specialist - CA Job Objective: Freedom from Hunger an international non-profit development organization is seeking a Health Protection Specialist to work in partnership with the Director, Microfinance and Health Protection, to lead the health protection services side of a significant four-year initiative to develop, implement and evaluate health service innovations offered by microfinance institutions serving the very poor. The Health Protection Specialist will be responsible for providing intellectual leadership and practical guidance in the development of health protection service options in three regions (Asia, Latin America and Africa), including helping identify, develop and evaluate health protection products, services, linkages and consumer education that meet the needs and demands of the rural poor and the microfinance institutions (MFIs) that serve them. Requirements: Post-graduate degree, preferably in public health, health administration or related field. At least four years of experience conceptualizing, implementing and leading innovative health programming in Africa, Asia and/or Latin America. Practical, field-based experience related to community-based research, prevention and/or control of common tropical diseases such as malaria and water-borne illnesses. Strong project management skills with proven ability to manage a complex set of activities on a tight timeline, plan ahead, coordinate with others on a decentralized team and deliver results in an organized, proactive and efficient manner. Ability to work effectively with a multicultural team distributed across four continents, including employing multiple communication methods and flexibility outside of normal business hours. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work self-guided and as part of a team, and to embrace the creative process and flux inherent to a new initiat Desired: At least four years of operational experience related to health insurance, prepaid health plans, community-based health financing such as mutual health organizations and/or other risk-pooling schemes to address preventive and curative health needs. Demonstrated understanding of one or more of the following: principles and practices of health insurance and community-based health financing, community-based ambulatory care, applied preventive health interventions, social marketing, and quality-of-care assessment/assurance. Current knowledge of issues related to disease prevention and curative health products in Africa, Asia and Latin America and familiarity with social franchises in the health sector. Familiarity with microfinance; experience working with microfinance institutions in developing countries a plus. Beginning salary range: Negotiable, based on experience Send cover letter and résumé to Personnel, Freedom from Hunger P.O. Box 2000 Davis, CA 95617 fax (530) 758-6241 email: recruit@freefromhunger.org This position is full-time and exempt. Open until filled. EOE. South Policy Analysts ~VMS Center for Mississippi Health Policy Jackson, Mississippi (March 10 - April 10, 2006) To apply for both positions: Send CV along with statement of interest and description of how you meet the requirements of the position to: Director of Human Resources, PO Box 2777, Ridgeland, MS 39158. Fax to: 601-952-0071 or email amollere@delkengroup.com The Center for Mississippi Health Policy, an independent non-profit health policy center, is currently recruiting qualified candidates to fill two positions: a Senior Policy Analyst and an Associate Policy Analyst. Duties include identifying, designing, and conducting analytic and research projects related to health policy issues in Mississippi, as well as preparing and presenting health policy issue briefs and papers. Senior Policy Analyst: Doctoral Degree or completion of the majority of work toward a Doctoral Degree in health policy, public health, health care administration, economics, or allied field with at least 5 years of programmatic, analytic, or research experience in health policy, health care administration, or public health is preferred. However a Master's Degree in a pertinent field along with significant related experience will be considered. Starting salary: $72,000 with benefits. Delken Human Resource Solutions is the firm assisting the Center for Mississippi Health Policy in hiring. A detailed job description for each position may be requested by e-mailing director@mshealthpolicy.com. Associate Policy Analyst - MS Candidates must possess a master's degree in health policy, public health, health care administration, economics, or related field and have programmatic, analytic, or research experience in health policy, health care administration, or public health. A minimum of two years experience is required for the Associate position. Previous work must demonstrate an ability to effectively translate research into policy and include substantial experience in quantitative and qualitative research methods utilizing statistical, data base, spreadsheet, and word processing software. Send CV along with statement of interest and description of how you meet the requirements of the position to: Director of Human Resources, PO Box 2777, Ridgeland, MS 39158. Fax to: 601-952-0071 or email amollere@delkengroup.com Delken Human Resource Solutions is the firm assisting the Center for Mississippi Health Policy in hiring. A detailed job description for each position may be requested by e-mailing director@mshealthpolicy.com. Employee Wellness Coordinator - SC Florence, SC Full Time Entry Level Description: Develops, conducts and implements health promotion activities/programs on a corporate-wide basis, including, but not limited to, stress management, health screenings, flu vaccines, smoking cessation, etc. Maintains current health education materials for distribution to employees. Conducts research, analysis and development of statistical reports to monitor and ensure that corporate goals are met. Assists in development of policies and procedures relevant to health promotions. Teaches or selects instructors to conduct specific wellness programs. Oversees day-to-day operations of on-site fitness center, including, but not limited to, routine cleaning and maintenance, monitoring usage of facility, conducting weekly orientations of facility, and providing general customer service to members. Required Skills: BA degree in health-related field specializing in Health Education, Health Administration, Exercise Science or Sports Management. Strong communication, organization and planning skills. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint software programs. Ability to perform personal training. Knowledge of exercise prescriptions. Master's degree in Health Promotion or Exercise Science highly desirable. Certifications and accreditation from national organizations recognizing knowledge and competency in areas of health and exercise are preferred. Previous work in a health-related field is preferred. Previous group exercise instruction experience is preferred. Top of Form 1 Please mail or fax your resume to: Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina I-20 at Alpine Rd. AX-110 Columbia, SC 29219 Phone: 800-288-2227,ext. 42112 Phone:803-788-0222,ext 42112 Fax: 803-865-3183 Policy and Research Director - SC Southern Institute on Children and Families Position Announcement The Policy and Research Director will work under the supervision of the Vice President, Operations of the Southern Institute on Children and Families (SICF). The scope of this position includes contributing to the betterment of public policies that affect children and families, to pursue improvements in the way government benefits programs are designed in policy and implemented, and to build partnerships that foster dialogue and action on complicated public policy issues affecting children and families. This individual will assume a leadership role and will be responsible and accountable for management of the SICF Policy and Research Group. In addition, the individual in this role is expected to assume a leadership position within the SICF as a key advisor to provide research and policy analyses, expertise, critical thinking and specialized knowledge regarding program research and design issues for SICF program staff, and act in an advisory capacity providing ongoing and regular updates to the Vice President, Operations on issues of importance to the mission and strategic plan of the SICF. Résumés should be submitted to Anna-Marie Plyler Director for Business Administration Southern Institute on Children and Families 500 Taylor Street, Suite 202 Columbia, SC 29201 amplyler@thesoutherninstitute.org Training and Award Opportunities NIOSH Fellowship - OH NIOSH is seeking a fellow to participate in a major health Surveillance study in Cincinnati of 21 million "wholesale and retail trade" workers. The goal is to produce a Chartbook of health/safety threats to those workers. Example, see NIOSH website "Worker Health Chartbook." The fellowship is for one year with a possible additional year renewal. For more information contact Vern Anderson, Ph.D. vanderson@cdc.gov (513) 533-8319) or go to http://www.atpm.org/ Click on Public Health Fellowships, Deadline April 20th. CALL FOR ABSTRACTS 16th Annual Public Health Materials Contest ~V April 7, 2006 The Public Health Education Health Promotion section is soliciting health education, promotion and communication materials for the 16th annual competition. The contest provides a forum to showcase public health materials during the APHA Annual Meeting and recognizes professionals for their hard work. All winners will be selected by panels of expert judges prior to the 134th APHA Annual Meeting in Boston, Mass. A session will be held at the Annual Meeting to recognize winners, during which one representative from the top materials selected in each category will give a presentation about their material. Entries will be accepted in three categories; printed materials, electronic materials and other materials. Entries for the contest are due by Friday, April 7. Please contact Ms. Allison Leppke at aleppke@sph.emory.edu for additional contest entry information. 2006 Linkage Awards Call for Abstracts ~V Due April 7, 2006 The Council on Linkages Between Academia and Public Health Practice has announced a call for abstracts for the 2006 Linkage Awards. This annual award recognizes exemplary community-based collaborative activities between public health practice agencies and academic institutions of higher learning. This year the award is focused on highlighting collaborative efforts to strengthen public health worker recruitment and retention efforts. Winners will receive commemorative plaques, cash awards and the opportunity to display posters of their projects as part of the annual meeting of either the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) or of the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO). For more information, visit http://www.phf.org/Link/Call_for_abstracts2006.pdf. NIH Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research Travel Awards ~V Due April 1, 2006 The NIH Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR) is offering an opportunity for junior investigators to join the 10th Anniversary celebration, ~SCelebrating a Decade of Progress and Promise,~T on Wednesday, June 21-Thursday, June 22. The OBSSR has a limited number of travel awards available for junior investigators ~V persons who received a doctoral level degree within the past five years. Applications for travel awards must be received by Saturday, April 1. For details, visit the OBSSR 10th Anniversary Travel Awards Web page at http://obssr.od.nih.gov/OBSSR10th/award.htm or see the main Web page at http://obssr.od.nih.gov/OBSSR10th and click on the ~STravel Scholarships~T tab at the top. Conference Scholarship Opportunity for Students The National Association of Local Boards of Health (NALBOH) is pleased to announce a special opportunity for students seeking a degree in the fields of public health, environmental health, health education, or clinical services. Through the initial generous donation of James John MacNeal, MPH, former NALBOH Project Director, and others since then, NALBOH will be offering a minimum of one (1) MacNeal Scholarship for $500 to assist a public health student to attend the NALBOH Annual Conference from July 26 - 29, 2006 in San Antonio, Texas. This scholarship program is designed to assist students to participate in NALBOH's Annual Conference and learn more about the governing bodies of local public health systems. The awardee will have an opportunity to attend sessions on board governance, community health, environmental health, and preparedness; interact with local board of health members; hear from national, state, and local public health leaders; and gain additional information useful to a future role as a public health worker and, hopefully, a local board of health member. If selected, the MacNeal Scholar will have the following responsibilities: 1. Attend the NALBOH Annual Conference from July 26 - 29, 2006 in San Antonio, Texas 2. Complete evaluation forms on concurrent sessions attended and the conference as a whole 3. Write about what the conference experience meant and how the new knowledge will be used for an article in the NALBOH NewsBrief 4. Encourage other students of public health, environmental health, health education, or clinical health to learn more about NALBOH and local boards of health The MacNeal Scholarship application must be returned to the NALBOH office by 2:00 p.m. Eastern time on Friday, May 26, 2006. Applications may be e-mailed to nalboh@nalboh.org; faxed to (419) 352-6278; or mailed via US post to 1840 East Gypsy Lane Road, Attn: MacNeal Scholarship, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402. All applications must be received by the deadline. Applicants will be notified of awards by Friday, June 23, 2006. If you have any questions, please contact Marie Fallon at 419-353-7714 or marie@nalboh.org. HSHPS STUDENT TRAINING PROGRAMS2006 The US-Mexico Border program consists of the following activities/requirements (subject to change). All trainees are required tocomplete all activities as part of the program.Orientation at CDC Headquarters: HSHPS and CDC staff willprovide information on the program, federal system, benefits,and obligations. The session will be for 2-4 days and will be thefirst gathering of all participants, mentors, and programadministrators.Mini-Orientation Session: HSHPS member school staff,including faculty and administrators, will provide informationabout the institution and border health programs, region policy,outline of program training, and local logistics. This session willbe held at the trainee's institution placement site.Various Activities: Formal hands-on training (program contentmay vary). Visits to clinics, public health departments, etc.,during which trainees will `shadow' mentor. Tours of coloniasalong both sides of border. Various institution sponsoredactivities (e.g. bio-terrorism drill).Milestone Completion Summary Chart: Trainees will be requiredto maintain a summary of their progress outlining milestones,obstacles, adjustments, etc. during the program.Reaction Paper: Trainees will be required to submit an analyticaland detailed synopsis of their experiences at the end of theprogram.Presentation of Findings at CDC Headquarters: Trainees will berequired to present their findings, key results of their finalproject, and an overview of their experiences at the end of theprogram. Students will have the option to attend a national/regionalconference (e.g. HSHPS/CDC Professional Development Seminar).In addition, they will also have the opportunity to network withresearchers, managers, practitioners, and other border healthpracticioners. HSHPS Student Fellowship ProgramJune 2006-November 2006The HSHPS Student Fellowship Program is an intensive 6-monthpaid traineeship that places students at either the CDC Headquarters or one of the satellite offices across the country. Theprogram provides each fellow with an increased understanding of public health and the CDC through practical hands-on experiences and is intended for individuals who are able to commit to a 6-month placement and are interested in pursuing a full-time position at the CDC or one of the other agencies under theDepartment of Health and Human Services. Also, each trainee is matched, according to the area of interest outlined in his/herapplication, with a mentor who is an experienced scientist/researcher at the CDC. In addition, the trainee will work on aspecific project (to be determined upon acceptance into program)with his/her mentor. The fellowship program consists of the following activities/requirements (subject to change). All fellows are required tocomplete all activities as part of the program.Orientation at CDC Headquarters: HSHPS and CDC staff willprovide information on program, federal system, benefits, andobligations. The session will be for 2-4 days and will be the firstgathering of all participants, mentors, and programadministrators.Thematic Weekly Seminars (minimum 12): Trainees will beexpected to attend weekly seminars which are held withinvarious Centers, Institutes, and Offices at the CDC. The seminarswill provide information on career opportunities, currentresearch activities, etc.Milestone Completion Summary Chart: Trainees will be requiredto maintain a summary of their progress outlining milestones,obstacles, adjustments, etc. during the program.Research Project: Trainees will be expected to assist his/hermentor on a Hispanic health related project.Reaction Paper: Trainees will be required to submit an analyticaland detailed synopsis of their experiences at the end of theprogram.Presentation of Findings at CDC Headquarters: Trainees will berequired to present their findings, key results of their finalproject, and an overview of their experiences at the end of theprogram.Fellows will also have the opportunity to participate in variousnetworking events with CDC scientists and researchers, policy andprogram development meetings, staff meetings, and agency-widemeetings on major Federal initiatives related to Hispanic health. ADMISSIONS GUIDELINES2006 Key Deadlines Application DeadlineFebruary 15, 2006 Selection Committee MeetsMarch 1 Notification of AcceptanceMarch 15 Trainees notify HSHPSNo later than April 1 Trainees Arrive: InternsTrainees Arrive: Fellows June 2006 Orientation Session1st Week of June Traineeship Begins1st Week of June Closing Session: Interns August 30, 2006Closing Session: Fellows November 30, 2006 Trainees Depart: Interns August 2006Trainees Depart: Fellows November 2006 Trainees attend the HSHPS Professional Development Seminar (Fellows only) February 2007 Submission Procedures Applicants may submit an application for more than one program. If you are applying to the HSHPS Student Internship Program and/or the HSHPS U.S.-Mexico Border Student Internship Program, please complete the Student Internship Program Application 2006. If you are applying to the HSHPS Student Fellowship Program, please complete the Student Fellowship Program Application 2006. The completed application and all supporting credentials should be mailed to: Hispanic-Serving Health Professions Schools Attn: HSHPS Programs Unit1120 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 260Washington, DC 20036Please send electronic materials to hshps@hshps.org Application Checklist Two sealed letters of recommendation Personal Statement Transcript(s) Curriculum Vitae One typed, signed copy of the application ADMISSIONS GUIDELINES2006 Member Institutions Schools of Medicine Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Yeshiva University Baylor College of Medicine Charles R. Drew University College of Medicine Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Dartmouth Medical School Harvard Medical School Stanford University School of Medicine Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, El Paso School of Medicine University of Arizona College of Medicine University of California, Davis, School of Medicine University of California, Los Angeles, School of Medicine University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago University of Miami School of Medicine University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - New Jersey Medical School University of New Mexico School of Medicine University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio Medical School University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston University of Washington School of Medicine University of Kansas School of Medicine Weill Medical College Cornell University Schools of Public Health Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health Nova Southeastern University, School of Public Health Tulane University School of Public Health University of North Texas at Fort Worth School of Public Health University of South Florida, School of Public Health HSHPS | 1120 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 260 | Washington, DC 20036 | tel 202-293-2701 | fax 202-293-2704 | hshps@hshps.org Summer Institutes for Associated Schools of Public Health 2006 See the Associated Schools of Public Health website (www.asph.org) for details on the programs offered at various institutes of public health throughout the country. The programs vary, depending on interests, ranging from international health to epidemiology. Check these out for internships for the summer. Deadlines vary from school to school. Summer Institute on Replenishing Democracy - June 2006 - Amherst, MA Dear community-engaged scholarship colleagues, The second Ford Foundation Summer Institute on Replenishing Democracy is taking place June 11-24, 2006 at Amherst College. Your help is needed in identifying undergraduates with interests in social justice and activism to apply. This program for undergraduates is designed to encourage connections between academic institutions and grassroots activism. The Institute will bring together distinguished scholars and activists with undergraduates to rigorously study the theory and practices of democratic engagement. In this forum, undergraduate student leaders will learn about the complexities of political action and gain practical knowledge about grassroots organizing. This year the institute will address two particular themes under the broad rubric of replenishing democracy through civic engagement. The first concerns the links between poverty, inequality and criminalization. The second theme concerns the relationship between religion and politics. This program will be enriched by the presence of community activists and leaders from the United States and abroad. Twenty undergraduates with demonstrated interests in social activism and leadership skills will be invited to participate. Preference will be given to students between their junior and senior years, and efforts will be made to ensure that a diverse group of students is chosen. The selected group will include students from the United States, South Africa and India. The Institute will be free of charge for the selected participants. The participants will be provided with the necessary course materials and reimbursed for their travel expenses to Amherst. Further information about the program and online application materials are available at: http://www.amherst.edu/~democracy/. The Institute follows Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action policies and encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Institute Contact (for information and application materials): Leena Valge, Academic Department Coordinator, Women's and Gender Studies 14 Grosvenor House, Amherst College, Amherst, MA 01002 Phone (413) 542-5781; Fax (413) 542-8192; E-mail lvvalge@amherst.edu Meetings, Seminars, Workshops 1) First Conference on Recent Advances in the Prevention and Treatment of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity ~V October 5-7, 2006 The First Conference on Recent Advances in the Prevention and Treatment of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity will be held from Thursday, October 5-Saturday, October 7 at the Coast Plaza Hotel & Suites at Stanley Park in Vancouver, BC Canada. The conference will foster discussion on practical, evidence-based issues around obesity in children and adolescents. An update on existing programs and new initiatives will also be presented, as well as interventions for prevention and/or treatment of childhood obesity. The conference will bring together an interdisciplinary group of professionals which includes physicians, nurses, counselors, endocrinologists, social workers, psychiatrists, psychologists, diabetes educators, pediatricians, dietitian and nutritionists therapists, administrators/managers, family resource program staff, family development workers, community health workers, early childhood educators, teachers, principals, parent educators, behavioral therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, policy makers, researchers, families, students and all who are interested in or who work in the field of obesity and children. For more information and updates, visit http://www.interprofessional.ubc.ca/ or contact ipad@interchange.ubc.ca or call (604) 822-7524. 2) Oklahoma University Conference to Focus on Reducing Health Disparities in American Indian and Alaska Natives ~V August 21-24, 2006 Diabetes is a significant health problem in American Indians and Alaska Natives and will be the topic of the conference ~SReducing Health Disparities in American Indian and Alaska Natives by Preventing Diabetes Throughout the Life Cycle,~T to be held Monday, August, 21-Thursday, August 24 at the Cox Business Services Convention Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. The conference is designed to provide a forum for sharing and exchanging information about ongoing prediabetes and diabetes prevention efforts. It will focus on community empowerment and involvement in diabetes prevention throughout the life cycle: infancy, youth, adult and elder. The conference will cover: health disparities in diabetes and its complications in American Indians; how changes in existing communities can support wellness activities; tribal perspectives and the role of tribes in diabetes prevention; health professionals~R role in promoting/implementing prevention strategies; recruitment and retention of participants in diabetes prevention activities and the introduction of new prevention strategies. It also will provide community members an opportunity to share successes and challenges. The event is co-sponsored by the Native American EXPORT Center in the College of Public Health at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and the Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service. The accredited sponsor of the conference for continuing education is the IHS Clinical Support Center (CSC). The CSC is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to sponsor continuing education for physicians. The CSC designates this activity for up to 12.5 hours of Category one credit toward the Physician~Rs Recognition Award of the American Medical Association. Each physician should claim only those hours of credit he or she actually spends in the educational activity. This Category one credit also is accepted by the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the American College of Nurse-Midwives. The Indian Health Service CSC is a provider of continuing education in nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing Center Commission on Accreditation. This activity has been awarded 15 contact hours for nurses. For more information about exhibits and registration or to submit an abstract online, visit http://export.ouhsc.edu/ or call toll-free (888) 231-4671 for a hard copy registration form. The deadline for early bird registration is Thursday, June 15 and regular registration begins Friday, June 16. To make hotel reservations, contact the following participating hotels: Renaissance Oklahoma City, the host hotel, at (405) 228-8000; Courtyard Marriott at (405) 232-2290; or Sheraton Oklahoma City at (405) 235-2780. Located in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City, the Cox Business Services Convention Center is surrounded by the Bricktown area and all three participating hotels. 3) Fourth Federal Bio-Chem Detection R&D Opportunities Conference ~V April 26-28 The Chemical, Biological and Radiological Technology Alliance and the NBC Industry Group will host the Fourth Federal Bio-Chem Detection R&D Opportunities Conference from Wednesday, April 26-Friday, April 28 at the Hilton Arlington in Arlington, Va. The conference will provide participants with a comprehensive report and outlook on government research and funding opportunities for biological and chemical detection technologies, including budgets, priorities, research projects and commercial objectives. Opportunities will focus on the biological and chemical detection R&D requirements of federal government departments and agencies and provide information on how to participate in government-funded bio-chem detection research. The event also includes the pre-conference Biological-Chemical Detection Symposium, to be held on Wednesday, April 26. Nationally recognized detection and material technology experts will speak about the current and future directions for biological and chemical detection technologies. For the first time this year, the meeting will feature the Networking Fair, where representatives from government, detection technology companies, defense contractors, and universities will gather and explore partnership and collaboration opportunities for the bio-chem detection sector. To register and for full event details, visit http://www.infocastinc.com/biochem06.html or call (818) 888-4444. 4) University at Albany Third Thursday Breakfast Broadcast (T2B2) ~V April 20, 2006 The University at Albany School of Public Health will present a Third Thursday Breakfast Broadcast (T2B2), titled ~SRecreational Water Safety,~T on Thursday, April 20, from 9 a.m. ~V 10 a.m. (Eastern). This free, satellite broadcast will feature Mr. Douglas C. Sackett, Bureau of Community Sanitation and Food Protection, New York State Department of Health. The goal of the New York State Health Department~Rs regulations for swimming pools and bathing beaches is to assure that patrons are protected against drowning, injuries and illness while participating in water-related recreational activities. Mr. Sackett will review incidents that have occurred at pools and beaches in the state, and discuss contributing factors and ways in which these injuries and illnesses can be prevented. For the location of the nearest T2B2 downlink site or to register for a free satellite downlink, visit http://www.t2b2.org/ or call (518) 402-0330. Viewers may receive certificates for Nursing Contact Hours, CHES and CME credits upon completion of the online evaluation and post-test. Copies of handouts and archived Web streaming are available two weeks after the live broadcast. 5) CPHP at University at Albany Broadcast Program, ~SSystems or Symptoms?~T ~V April 13, 2006 The Center for Public Health Preparedness (CPHP) at the University at Albany School of Public Health will broadcast a program via satellite downlink titled "Systems or Symptoms? Finding the Right Balance in Preparing for Emergencies,~T on Thursday, April 13 from 10-11 a.m. (Eastern). The broadcast will feature Dr. Kristin M. Gebbie, Elizabeth Standish Gill associate professor of nursing and director of the Center for Health Policy, School of Nursing, Columbia University; and Dr. Steven H. Silber, vice chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine, chairman of the Emergency Preparedness Committee, New York Methodist Hospital and chairman, Bioterrorism/Emergency Preparedness Committee, New York Presbyterian Health Care System. Dr. Gebbie and Dr. Silber will describe the difference between a focus on systems and a focus on disease agents and medical responses, explore the systems required by a coordinated emergency response and discuss how education, training, exercises and evaluation can support worker competency and system capacity to respond to actual emergencies. For the location of the nearest CPHP Grand Rounds downlink site, to register for a free satellite downlink or live Web cast or to obtain online Nursing Contact Hours, CHES or CME credits for participation, visit http://www.ualbanycphp.org/ or call (518) 486-7921. Each CPHP Grand Rounds program is Web streamed on the Web site approximately one week after broadcast. 6) 4th Biodefense and Pandemic Vaccine and Therapeutics Conference ASPH is pleased to announce that it is a sponsoring organization of the 4th Bio-Chem Defense & Pandemic Vaccines and Therapeutics Conference to be held from Monday, April 24 ~V Wednesday, April 26 at the Almas Temple Club in Washington, D.C. Participants will have an opportunity to meet with the nation~Rs top bio-chem defense and pandemic leaders from government, industry, academia and the public health community and identify opportunities for meeting the nation~Rs need for vaccines and therapeutics. The event also features the outstanding science symposium ~SLate Stage Biodefense Vaccines and Therapeutics Developments,~T on Monday, April 24, where eminent biodefense researchers will examine late stage vaccines and therapeutics developments and the unique challenges they face. Washington, DC Apr 24, 2006 - Apr 26, 2006 Contact: () Phone: 818-888-4444 Web: www.infocastinc.com/biovac06.html 7) National Public Health Leadership Development Network 2006 Annual Conference The National Public Health Leadership Development Network 2006 Annual Conference will be held Wednesday, April 26 ~V Friday, April 28 in St. Louis, Mo., at the Drury Plaza Hotel. For more information, visit http://www.heartlandcenters.slu.edu/nln/, or contact Ms. Alexis Bruce-Staudt, project coordinator for NPHLDN at abrucest@slu.edu. St. Louis, MO Apr 26, 2006 - Apr 28, 2006 Contact: Ms. Alexis Bruce-Staudt (abrucest@slu.edu) Phone: Web: www.heartlandcenters.slu.edu/nln/ 8) CEHA Educational Seminar ~V May 8-12, 2006 The California Environmental Health Association is hosting a week long annual educational seminar at the Crown Plaza Resort in Anaheim, CA from May 8th-12th, 2006. Topics to be discussed include food safety and sanitation, food borne illnesses, water quality, land use, hazardous materials, vector control and environmental health legislations. For updates and more information, please visit http://www.ceha.org/. Anaheim, CA May 8, 2006 - May 12, 2006 Contact: () Phone: Web: www.ceha.org 9) 19th Annual University of Illinois at Chicago MCH Leadership Conference The University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public Health will hold the 19th Annual MCH Leadership Conference, ~STranslating Research into MCH Public Health Practice,~T at the Hyatt Lodge at McDonald~Rs Campus in Oakbrook, Ill., from Tuesday, May 16 ~V Wednesday, May 17. Registration is now open for the conference which is sponsored by the University of Illinois at Chicago MCH Program. At this year's conference, interdisciplinary experts and participants will come together to share findings about emerging MCH issues, cutting-edge research and innovative programs designed to improve the health and well-being of women, children and families. The conference includes a keynote address by Dr. Paul Wise, Stanford University, Center for Health Policy/Center for Primary Care and Outcomes Research on The Translation and Dissemination of Health Care Interventions for Poor Children: ~SCan Research Speak to Power?~T Plenary sessions include: 1) ~SWashington State Uses Data in an Innovative Way to Improve Their System of Care for Children with Special Health Care Needs,~T 2) ~SInterdisciplinary Research on Disparities in Pregnancy Outcomes: From Bench to Community,~T and 3) ~SA National Survey of U.S. Maternity Care Practice From the Mothers Perspective.~T For more information about the conference including the detailed agenda and a listing of all sessions (keynote, plenary and workshop) and speakers, or to register, visit here. Oakbrook, IL May 16, 2006 - May 17, 2006 Contact: () Phone: Web: www.uic.edu/sph/mch/mch_leadership_conference.htm 10)33rd Annual Conference on Global Health The Global Health Council will host the 33rd Annual Conference on Global Health, ~SExcellence, Innovation and Influence: Pathways to Results,~T from Tuesday, May 30 ~V Friday, June 2 in Washington, D.C. The conference co-chairs will be: Dr. Paul Farmer, member, Board of Directors of the Partners in Health, Maude and Lillian Presley Professor of Medical Anthropology at Harvard Medical School, attending physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston Medical Director, Clinique Bon Sauveur, Haiti Dr. Tore Godal, special advisor and consultant for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, WHO Health Metrics Network, GAVI Ms. Carol Jacobs, chairman of the board, Voting Member Latin America and Caribbean, Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria chairman, Barbados' National HIV/AIDS Commission, special envoy to the Prime Minister on HIV/AIDS, family practice physician For more information, visit http://www.globalhealth.org/conference/. Washington, DC May 30, 2006 - Jun 2, 2006 Contact: () Phone: Web: www.globalhealth.org/conference/ 11) Community-Campus Partnerships for Health's 9th Conference -- May 31-June 3, 2006 With the expansion of interest and investment in community-campus partnerships, the Community-Campus Partnerships for Health~Rs (CCPH) ninth conference will take a critical look at these partnerships in all of their iterations and ask (and answer) key questions about where we are now, where we are going and where we need to be. Where is the community in community-campus partnerships? How do we fully realize authentic partnerships? What are the barriers and challenges getting in our way? How do we overcome these, individually and collectively? CCPH~Rs ninth conference promises to address these questions and more as we create a vision for the future of community-campus partnerships as a strategy for social justice. Gain knowledge and skills in service-learning, community-based participatory research, community and economic development, partnership development and more. This conference will be held from Wednesday, May 31, 2006 through Saturday, June 3, 2006 in Minneapolis, MN. A call for proposals has been issued and the due date is Friday, October 7, 2005. For more information, please visit http://www.ccph.info/. Minneapolis, MN May 31, 2006 - Jun 3, 2006 Contact: () Phone: Web: www.ccph.info/ 12) The Public's Health and the Law in the 21st Century: 5th Annual Partnership Conference Convened by the CDC~Rs Public Health Law Program and the American Society for Law, Medicine and Ethics (ASLME), the "The Public's Health and the Law in the 21st Century: 5th Annual Partnership Conference" is an annual conference for educators, researchers, and students in public health law as well as elected officials, public health practitioners, physicians, nurses, attorneys, judges, and all others who shape and apply law as a public health tool. It will take place at the Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta, GA from June 12-14. Invited keynote speakers include Hon. Sandra Day O~RConner, Associate Justice, U.S. Supreme Court, and Richard H. Carmona, MD, MPH, FACS, U.S. Surgeon General . Conference sessions (3 plenary and 25 concurrent) will address such topics as: a symposium on due process in public health; a 5-session track on all-hazards emergency legal preparedness; a track on healthy homes, schools and communities (including: using law for healthy homes, new legal interventions for healthy schools, land use laws and access to tobacco, alcohol and fast food, leveraging private investment and pro-heath urban redevelopment, and fighting gang violence) ; a track on law-based interventions for healthy people (including topics such as: education, regulation and litigation in obesity and chronic disease prevention, science and the law of toxics, motor vehicles and adolescents, women~Rs health, legislative and legal issues surrounding new vaccines for adolescents); a track on partners in public health law (including: best practices in faith-health partnerships, the private bar, law at the intersection of civilian and military public health practice, pain management and public health, and the courts); and a track on new tools in public health law and ethics including topics such as: ethical issues in public health law and practice, vaccines and law, science and the adoption of laws, adoptions of laws and health impact, and innovations and new legal tools from the field. CME, CLE, CNE and CHES and other CEU credits will be offered. To register and for more information, visit: https://www.aslme.org/aslmesecure/register/step1.php?conf_id=68 Atlanta, GA Jun 12, 2006 - Jun 14, 2006 Contact: (Briana Grovhoug Kennedy via email: bgrovhoug@cdc.gov) Phone: 404-639-5082 Conference Website: http://www2a.cdc.gov/phlp/conference2006.asp Atlanta, GA Jun 12, 2006 - Jun 14, 2006 Contact: Briana Grovhoug Kennedy (bgrovhoug@cdc.gov) Phone: 404-639-5082 Web: http://www2a.cdc.gov/phlp/conference2006.asp 13) 17th American Statistical Association~Rs Radiation and Health Conference The 2006 American Statistical Association's Conference on Radiation and Health continues a decades-long tradition of bringing scientists working in the bio-physical, biological, biostatistical and public health aspects of radiation epidemiology, together in a beautiful and relaxed atmosphere. This year~Rs meeting is scheduled for Sunday, June 18 ~V Wednesday, June 21 at Asilomar Conference Grounds in Pacific Grove, Calif. The theme of this year~Rs meeting is the 20th anniversary of the Chernobyl accident and the studies of its effects. In addition the meeting highlights the epidemiological and scientific evidence of radiation effects on human health occurring at low dose levels and of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular consequences of exposures at high dose. Partial travel support is available for new investigators. There will be a contributed poster session for new investigators and other attendees. More information about the conference, including the program, procedures for submitting poster session abstracts and application deadlines for New Investigator awards, is available here. Pacific Grove, CA Jun 18, 2006 - Jun 21, 2006 Contact: () Phone: Web: www.amstat.org/meetings/radiation/2006/ 14) Second American Congress of Epidemiology The Second American Congress of Epidemiology 2006 will be taking place in Seattle, WA at the Westin Seattle Hotel from June 21-24, 2006, so please save the date. The planning committee and sponsors are currently listed at http://www.epicongress2006.org/. Seattle, WA Jun 21, 2006 - Jun 24, 2006 Contact: () Phone: Web: www.epicongress2006.org/ 15) University of Maryland - Health and Society Series Obesity Summit, April 7th Get Movin' for the Family Service Center, April 22nd MD Day, April 29th JPW Golf Scholarship Tournament, August 4th Check hhp.umd.edu for our calendar of events! 16) National Lean Healthcare Conference in Las Vegas on April 18-20. Details and conference registration can be viewed at www.leanhealthcarewest.com/lasvegas. We have over 40 healthcare professionals and lean practitioners scheduled to speak on subjects ranging from the revenue cycle to total joint replacements. You can review the schedule of speakers and sign up for one of five break out sessions each hour. If you have any questions, I encourage you to contact me. I hope to see you in Las Vegas! Bill Kane Chief Operating Officer Lean Healthcare West Office: 512.637.3552 17) Community-Campus Partnerships for Health is a nonprofit organization that promotes health through partnerships between communities and higher educational institutions. Become a member today at www.ccph.info CCPH is the Higher Education Senior Program Advisor for the Learn and Serve America National Service-Learning Clearinghouse. Visit the Clearinghouse at www.servicelearning.org Join CCPH for our 9th Conference, May 31-June 3, 2006 in Minneapolis, MN! Register today for 4 days of skill-building, networking & agenda- setting 18) 5th annual Student Leadership Conference at the Johns Hopkins University We would like to cordially invite you to the 5th annual Student Leadership Conference at the Johns Hopkins University on Saturday, April 1, 2006. The theme of this year's conference will be the Future of America: Impact of immigration reform on Health care. This year's conference will focus on the ways the city of Baltimore plans to provide culturally appropriate services to its growing Latino community. This conference will also be an excellent opportunity to network with other students and professionals interested in Latino Health care issues in the United States. We will be hosting two keynote speakers: Dr. Joshua Sharfestein (Baltimore City Health Commissioner) and Mr. Ron Lessard (Program Manager, Cultural Competency National Minority AIDS Education & Training Center). In addition conference attendees will have the chance to participate in workshops facilitated by a variety of professionals that work with the Latino community in Baltimore. The workshop speakers include Ms. Elizabeth Alex (Student Outreach Coordinator, Casa De Maryland), Dr. Fannie Fonseca-Becker (Senior Research and Evaluation Officer, Center for Communication Program, Johns Hopkins School of Public Health), and Mr. Jonathan Blazer (Public Benefits Policy Attorney). For more information, please read the schedule below, or visit the Programa Salud website at www.jhu.edu/salud and click on the "conferences" link. Please forward this invitation to your peers and colleagues, other student groups, and organizations that might be interested in attending the co nference. In order to RSVP for this event, please register at www.jhu.edu/salud or e-mail the SALUD account at salud@jhu.edu . We hope to see you all at this year's conference and look forward to meeting you. Sincerely, Programa Salud Future of America: Impact of immigration reform on Healthcare Programa Salud 5th Student Leadership Conference -Free Admission- Time-Place Student Arts Mattin Center, Johns Hopkins University 3400 N. Charles st. Baltimore MD 21218 April 1st, 2006 at 10:30 am Schedule ~U 10:30am - 11:00am: Registration, coffee/pastries, SALUD Informational Booth (Mattin entrance) ~U 11:00am - 12:45pm: General Session o 11:00am - 11:15am: Salud Welcome and Remarks Luis§ Ticona, Program Coordinator 2005-2006 o 11:15am - 12:00pm: Cultural Competency in American Health Care Ron Lessard, Cultural Competency § National Minority AIDS Education & Training Center o 12:00pm - 12:45pm: A Healthier Baltimore for all Dr. Joshua Sharfestein,§ Baltimore City Health Commissioner ~U 1:00pm - 1:30pm: LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED *Workshop sessions will be repeated. Please choose two out of the three workshops you would like to attend when you register online or via e-mail.* ~U 1:45pm - 2:30pm: Workshop Session 1 ~U 2:40pm - 3:30pm: Workshop Session 2 Workshop sessions: ~U Dr. Fannie Fonseca-Becker o Barriers in healthcare ~U John Blazer o Immigration: A legal standpoint ~U Elizabeth Alex o Impact of recent legislation in the healthcare of immigrant populations To RSVP and for directions please visit: www.jhu.edu/salud or e-mail salud@jhu.edu 19) SOPHE 2006 Midyear Scientific Conference Betting on Health Education: Increasing the Odds for Collaboration May 4-7, 2006 Flamingo Hilton Hotel Las Vegas, NV Scholarship Deadline is APRIL 7, 2006 **Early Bird Registration Deadline: March 10, 2006 **Pre-Registration Deadline: April 14, 2006 Join SOPHE for some sun, fun and fantastic professional development at the 2006 Midyear Scientific Conference, "Betting on Health Education: Increasing the Odds for Collaboration, to be held at the Flamingo Hilton Hotel May 4-7, in Las Vegas. This unique conference, offered in conjunction with CDC and Nevada SOPHE, will include energetic skill-building workshops, 20+ plenary and concurrent sessions, a silent auction, and fun offsite events including several famous Las Vegas shows. Among the plenary speakers topping the billboard for the 2 ½ day meeting will be award-winning journalist Sally Squires, MA, of the Washington Post; John Seffrin, PhD, Chief Executive Officer of the American Cancer Society; Richard Goodman, MD, JD, MPH, CDC's Public Health Law Program; Jay Bernhart, PhD, Director of CDC's National Center for Health Marketing; Vicki Beck, University of Southern California's Annenberg Norman Lear Center; Kelley Chunn, Kelley Chunn and Associates; Larry Ashley, EdS, University of Las Vegas, Department of Marriage, Family and Community Counseling, and David Osman, RN, Nevada Youth Alliance. These speakers will address the five conference sub-themes: Lives in Transition - Seeking Better Odds; Making the Case for Public Health; Collaborating on Cancer Prevention and Control; Influencing Public Health Law and Policy; and Health Communication and Health Literacy in a Changing World. **Meeting Registration is now available online! Visit http://www.sophe.org/mtg_default.asp?meet_id=06BHE to register! Visit www.sophe.org to view the preliminary program. Don't miss the fabulous opportunity to rejuvenate your spirit amidst the desert sunshine and Vegas glitter. Book your hotel now to enjoy the low conference room rate of $140.00 per night for single/double by going to http://www.caesars.com/flamingo/lasvegas or (800) 732-2111. 20) ~SPhysical Activity And Successful Aging~T European Group for Research into Elderly and Physical Activity (EGREPA) Xth International Conference September 14-16, 2006 Cologne, Germany Deutsche Sporthochschule (German Sport University) REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW # Early bird rate: 140 EUR (before April 15th) # Go to http://www.egrepa.org => conference => registration # What about joining EGREPA? Pay 40 EUR, save 20 % conference fee and receive the European Review on Aging and Physical Activity, our new Springer journal. # Abstract submission is still open until March 31st, 2006!!! We are looking forward to meet you in Cologne! Prof. Dr. Michael Sagiv, Zinman College, Wingate Institute, Israel (President of EGREPA ) Prof. Dr. Heinz Mechling, Deutsche Sporthochschule, Germany (Chairman of the organizing committee, Board member of EGREPA) Dr. Michael Brach, University of Bonn, Germany (Conference Manager) TIMELINE March 31st, 2006: Deadline for presentation submissions April 15th, 2006: Early bird registration I April 30th, 2006: Notification of acceptance May 31th , 2006: Early bird registration II CONFERENCE SCOPE The Xth EGREPA Conference is oriented towards researchers, clinicians, practitioners, trainers, healthcare-professionals, service-providers, family and professional geriatric caregivers, decision makers in the private and public sectors in the field of physical activity, sports and aging for older adults. According to the different target groups four program columns will be arranged (participants are welcome to switch between columns): Science & research Programmes & promotion Training for trainers Practical exercise for everybody Detailed information: http://www.egrepa.org conference2006@egrepa.org Volunteer Opportunities Help Families Left Homeless by Hurricane Katrina The St. Bernard Project (SBP) is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that provides direct support to families in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana who were displaced and devastated by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. SBP assists families who are returning to the Parish and rebuilding their lives by helping to break down barriers related to employment, housing, transportation and education. Further, the project focuses on the core and future of the parish by providing support for educational and recreational activities for the parish~Rs public school children. The St. Bernard Project includes the Adopt a Family Network, a Tool Co-op and the Support the Schools Initiative. The St. Bernard Project is looking for committed volunteer public health students to help develop a comprehensive healthcare referral service that is affordable and accessible to SBP families. For more information about participating in this project contact: Ms. Marion McCartney at (202) 966-6856 or Ms. Liz McCartney at (202) 431-3443 or mlizmccartney@yahoo.com.