GSGA Newsletter

April 14, 2022

Hello SPH students,

Happy Thursday and welcome to this issue of the GSGA newsletter.

On Wednesday, March 30, 2022, the GSGA had a lively and successful trivia night. We welcomed CUNY SPH students from all concentrations to a night of fun, with all sorts of public health and quirky questions. Read more about the trivia night in this issue. We also share details about our upcoming GSGA event: Stressed? Give Mindfulness Meditation a Try, which will be led by Kell Julliard on Tuesday, May 3, at 5 p.m. ET via Zoom. Make sure to check out the details and reserve your spot!

Finally, we would like to draw your attention to the upcoming elections. The CUNY SPH and GSGA are seeking nominations for student representatives to serve on the GSGA, the CUNY SPH Governance Council (GC) and the CUNY SPH Faculty-Student Disciplinary Committee for the 2022-2023 academic year. Please check your SPH email for the Call for Nominations that was sent out earlier this week and be sure to submit all nominations by this Sunday, April 17 at midnight (11:59 pm EST). The GSGA will host a Candidates Forum on April 27. Stay tuned for more details in our next newsletter.

Wishing CUNY SPH students, professors, and staff a safe and happy spring break next week!

Sincerely,
GSGA 2021-2022

GSGA Events

Stressed? Give Mindfulness Meditation a Try

Tuesday, May 3  |  5:00pm to 6:00pm  |  RSVP

Graduate school is hard, but there is an effective, enjoyable way to achieve calm: mindfulness meditation. Join the GSGA for an introduction to mindfulness meditation to discover how it works and perhaps set yourself on a path toward improved awareness, sharpened mental focus and concentration, and less stress. Mindfulness is shown to rewire the brain for the better, so join this special session to see what all the fuss is about.

The session will be led by Kell Julliard. Certified by the International Mindfulness Teachers Association, Kell has taught mindfulness skills to health professionals and the public since 2010. The author of three peer-reviewed research studies on mindfulness in the healthcare workplace, he has taught in a variety of settings including the Garrison Institute, the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, and the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies as well as in New York City, Chicago, Montreal, Boston, and Philadelphia. In addition, he teaches mindfulness for Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and is trained as a facilitator for the Eat Right Now mindful eating program. He holds a master’s degree in Expressive Therapy from the University of Louisville and served as a psychotherapist in the chemical dependency field. Formerly, he was director of clinical research at the Family Health Centers at NYU Langone in Brooklyn, where he also taught mindfulness skills to employees. For over two decades, he mentored medical and dental residents and faculty in research methods and evidence-based medicine.

Upcoming SPH Events

For a complete listing of all SPH events for the semester, please visit the CUNY SPH Events page.

Can the Participant Speak Beyond Likert? Natural Language Processing in Public Health

Wednesday, April 20  |  4:00pm to 5:30pm  |  RSVP

Join us for Grand Rounds with Dr. Diana Thomas, Research Chair of the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the United States Military Academy, West Point.

Other Upcoming Events

Shifting the Paradigm to Advance Obesity Solutions

Tuesday, April 19  |  10:00am to 3:00pm  |  RSVP

2022 Healthy New York Summit

Wednesday, April 20  |  9:00am to 3:30pm  |  RSVP

The Coronavirus Pandemic shook up New York like almost no other health crisis in recent history. City & State’s Healthy New York Summit will bring together health care decision makers and policy experts from all sectors to identify challenges and discuss solutions to improve our system. Attendees will gain new insights and perspectives on the most critical issues and priorities in New York health care during and post the pandemic.

Student Resources

Career Services and Events

To view the SPH Career Services live calendar, click here. To schedule a 1:1 Career Coaching appointment with the Office of Career Services, book an appointment online now!

The NYSPHC is mobilizing 1,000 Fellows across NYS, including upcoming graduates, from a broad range of experiences and backgrounds, including communications, education, social services, public health, and other health-related programs. This effort is to support local health departments, other community-based organizations, and the New York State Department of Health with COVID-19 response and recovery including community outbreak response, emergency preparedness, outreach and partnership development, communications support, and other public health priorities in their communities. These Fellowships are full time, paid positions and as an added benefit, Fellows will participate in Cornell University’s Public Health Essentials Certificate Program for free. To read more and apply, see the listing in this week’s Internship & Fellowship Postings.

Student Wellness Support Services and Events

CUNY SPH is hosting its inaugural Health and Wellness Week from April 25 to April 29, 2022. It will be a week of virtual events offering educational, interactive, and self-paced experiences rooted in promoting the optimal health and well-being of CUNY SPH students. A range of workshops, panels, and art will be offered that targets various dimensions of health (including emotional, intellectual, physical, environmental, social, and spiritual).

Check out and RSVP for the workshops and events here. Please complete this 2 question survey prior to the events.

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GSGA Newsletter

March 31, 2022

Hello SPH students,

Happy Thursday and welcome to this issue of the GSGA newsletter!

We would like to congratulate the 2022 Cancer Epidemiology Education in Special Populations (CEESP) fellows, Alexander Ahn, Vivian Le, Emanuel Mejia, and Thinh Vu. The CEESP is a research training program funded by the NIH/NCI grant # (R25 CA112383) since 2006 to develop careers of public health students from all schools and programs in public health in the U.S. in the field of cancer epidemiology and cancer prevention and control. The program provides funding to students to conduct mentored cancer research in global and U.S. minority settings.

Congratulations to the four awardees!

Sincerely,
GSGA 2021-2022

Upcoming Opportunities

Trans Mentor Project

Trans Mentor Project is a national e-mentoring program that pairs trans and nonbinary (TGNB) youth and young adults with TGNB adult mentors. Its mission is to provide trans and nonbinary mentees with supportive, identity-affirming mentors who will empower them to meet their personal goals and thrive.

Upcoming SPH Events

For a complete listing of all SPH events for the semester, please visit the CUNY SPH Events page.

Monday, April 4  |  4:00pm to 5:00pm  |  RSVP

Marking National Public Health Week with Health Commissioners Drs. Mary Bassett and Ashwin Vasan 

Please join us for a special event to mark National Public Health Week, featuring New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett and New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan. The talk will be moderated by Dean Ayman El-Mohandes.

CUNY Disability Awareness Month: Forging pathways toward a better informed and accessible CUNY SPH 
Tuesday, April 5 | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | RSVP

 Join the CUNY SPH Office of Accessibility Services in celebrating CUNY Disability Awareness Month, Building a more accessible, inclusive, and braver CUNY SPH community. In this session, students, faculty, and staff will learn about available CUNY and CUNY SPH resources and will discuss ways to 
forge pathways toward a better informed and accessible CUNY SPH.

CUNY Disability Awareness Month: Cultivating a braver and more inclusive CUNY SPH

Thursday, April 7  | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm |  RSVP
Join the CUNY SPH Office of Accessibility Services in celebrating CUNY Disability Awareness Month, Building a more accessible, inclusive, and braver CUNY SPH community. Co-facilitated by CUNY SPH PhD students Zaire Ali and Ivonne Quiroz, this session is only open to CUNY SPH students.

Other Upcoming Events

Ballroom Day at CCNY: House & Ball Culture’s History & Significance

Thursday, April 7  | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm | RSVP 

Building Healthy Relationships in the LGBTQ+ Community

Wednesday, April 13 25-26 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | RSVP 

On Wednesday, April 13 during Club Hours, please join representatives from OneLove, a New York -based non-profit organization, and your fellow students for a casual but informative conversation about friendships and romantic relationships in the LGBTQ+ community. Topics will include dating, hook-up culture, friends with benefits, and informed consent, among others.

Student Resources

Crisis Text Line

Text CUNY to 741741 for crisis support! Support is free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Talkspace for International and Out-of-state Students

• CUNY has partnered with Talkspace to offer international and out-of-state students online messaging therapy (at no cost).
• Register for Talkspace here and enter code: CUNY2021.

• Visit talkspace.com/CUNY to check your registration status.

Career Services and Events

To view the SPH Career Services live calendar, click here. To schedule a 1:1 Career Coaching appointment with the Office of Career Services, book an appointment online now!

Student Wellness Support Services and Events

To schedule a counseling appointment with the CUNY SPH Counseling and Wellness Services, send an email to the CUNY SPH Student Wellness Counselor at [email protected]. You can also learn about student wellness services and resources here. 

Recurring student support groups appear below.

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GSGA Newsletter

March 17, 2022

Hello SPH students,

Happy Thursday and welcome to this issue of the GSGA newsletter!

We hope everyone is enjoying the beautiful weather we have been having recently. Spring is just a few days away and is a great time to be outdoors. Start planning for your Spring break, if you have not done so already!

On March 30, we will be hosting our inaugural event for this semester. Join us for a lively trivia night from the comfort of your own home. You can join with a team or be assigned a team at the event. We encourage you to have snacks and beverages handy. All attendees will also receive a Panera gift card! Please check more details below.

We also want to remind you of the GSGA awards that are designed to provide you with financial support to participate in community service events, conferences, workshops, and professional development opportunities, and to publish your research work. Make sure to check out if you are eligible and apply soon!

Sincerely,
GSGA 2021-2022

GSGA Trivia Night – Mark your calendars!!

Wednesday, March 30 | 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm | RSVP 

We are very excited to invite you to our lively trivia night on March 30! Grab a snack and join us for fun games from the comfort of your own home. You can join with a team or be assigned a team at the event. We encourage you to have snacks and beverages handy. All attendees will receive a Panera gift card!

Upcoming Opportunities

Call for Submissions of Artwork: MiX Pride Virtual Art Festival

This year, the Rainbow Alliance Student Club in Bronx Community College’s LGBTQI+ Resource Room are launching the first ever MiX Pride Virtual Art Festival. They are seeking original artwork that expresses PRIDE in the LGBTQI+ experience. LGBTQI+ artists are invited to present original, contemporary works of art that celebrate LGBTQI+ pride, identity, and diversity. The jury prizes are as follows: First Place: $1200, Second Place: $1000, Third Place: $500. Special Award for a current CUNY student will be $300 (must be able to provide proof of enrollment). Apply here by April 30, 2022. Check the website for more details on eligibility and submission requirements.

Upcoming SPH Events

For a complete listing of all SPH events for the semester, please visit the CUNY SPH Events page.

The Urban Policy Forum focuses on how cities can use food as a lever for climate change mitigation and the reduction of their GHGs emissions. What is the potential impact of changing institutional food to advance more climate resilient communities? What does measuring adherence to environmental standards guidelines entail? How do demographics relate to food consumption and its environmental impacts? What are the logistics of transitioning institutional food to more climate-aware models, and which may be some potential operational obstacles in the transition and ways to overcome them? Join the CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute and guest speakers to explore these and other questions.

Other Upcoming Events

Managing Burnout and Preventing Vicarious Trauma

Wednesday, March 23  | 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | RSVP 

This program is offered by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Health (NYC DOHMH) and presented by Lindsey Hennawi, LMSW, MPH. At the end of this program, participants should be able to:

1. Understand the neuroscience and symptomology of trauma and PTSD
2. To learn identify burnout and to understand the cycle of stress and the manifestation of burnout in helping professionals
3. To understand how to identify and address vicarious trauma and respond to survivors who disclose sexual assault
4. To define self-care and to understand what that means for oneself.

2022 Latinx Leads Virtual Conference

Wednesday, March 25-26 | RSVP 

The Latinx Leads Student Leadership Conference is the largest national gathering of Latinx student leaders and campus-based advisors to address the most critical topics of diversity and social justice challenging the Latinx community within colleges and universities. You can find more details about the conference here.

Student Resources

Safety Policies, Procedures, and Services: Mask Policy Update

• Anyone who would like to continue wearing a mask in any CUNY setting is welcome to do so at any time.
• Masks will continue to be available to you at the SPH Public Safety Stations on the 1st, 5th, 6th and 7th Floors.
• While the CDC is not requiring people to wear a mask in communities that have low or medium COVID-19 levels, faculty, staff, and students who are still not vaccinated, or those who have been or will be granted a medical exemption or religious exception, are urged to continue to wear a mask.
• If you come into close contact with someone with COVID-19 and you are either fully vaccinated and have received a booster shot, or if you tested positive for COVID-19 within the last 90 days, you do not need to quarantine as long as you remain asymptomatic, and you can return to work or class. But you need to wear a mask for 10 days from the date of your last close contact and get tested at least 5 days after the close contact.

Career Services and Events

To view the SPH Career Services live calendar, click here. To schedule a 1:1 Career Coaching appointment with the Office of Career Services, book an appointment online now!

Student Wellness Support Services and Events

To schedule a counseling appointment with the CUNY SPH Counseling and Wellness Services, send an email to the CUNY SPH Student Wellness Counselor at [email protected]. You can also learn about student wellness services and resources here. 

Recurring student support groups appear below.

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GSGA Newsletter

March 03, 2022

Hello SPH students,

Happy Thursday and welcome to this issue of the GSGA newsletter!

Despite the challenging circumstances due to the pandemic, CUNY-SPH is attempting to strike a balance between online and face-to-face learning with the commitment to provide a safe and healthy learning and working environment for students, faculty, staff and guests. We would like to take this opportunity to commend the CUNY-SPH community on their continued perseverance, optimism, and commitment to excellence.

This issue is full of opportunities, most recent events, support services, and resources available to you. Make sure to check them out! Also, please reach out to us to share your thoughts, ideas, or concerns by emailing us at: [email protected].

Sincerely,
GSGA 2021-2022

Upcoming Opportunities

2022 Public Health Partnership Conference

The New York State Public Health Association (NYSPHA) invites you to submit a proposal to present your student work at the 2022 Public Health Partnership Conference “Public Health Equity: Building a Stronger New York.” The conference will be held both onsite and virtually, April 27-29 at the Niagara Falls Convention Center in Niagara Falls, New York. If interested, pease apply here.

There is also a virtual opportunity for student to have access to sessions at a minimal cost, more details here  ($25 student NYPHA members, $45 non-members). In addition, students who volunteer for the conference can attend that day for free but they must reach out in advance to [email protected] or [email protected].

Please also be reminded of the CUNY-SPH GSGA conference award. Make sure to apply if you are interested!

Belle Zeller Scholarships for CUNY Students

The deadline for 2022-2023 Belle Zeller Scholarship application submission is quickly approaching – March 4, 2022. To find out more about the scholarship criteria and application, please visit the website here.

Eligibility for the $5,000 scholarship ($2,500 each semester for up to 6 semesters) includes having completed at least 16 credits at a CUNY college, with a 3.75 GPA or better, and having performed significant community service. Scholars fall into three categories: CUNY undergraduate college, doctoral programs through the CUNY Graduate Center, and students enrolled in CUNY Professional Schools. If you have any questions about the Belle Zeller Scholars program, please feel free to send an email to: scholarship@bellezeller.org.

Upcoming SPH Events

For a complete listing of all SPH events for the semester, please visit the CUNY SPH Events page.

The Office of Counseling and Wellness Services is dedicated to offering LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling and promoting the growth of LGBTQIA+ services at CUNY SPH. Students, alumni, faculty and staff are invited to this town hall on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at 2:00 pm to engage in conversation about how to foster such growth at our campus. Please register here. We are seeking your input to inform next steps. If you are interested, please contact Student Wellness Counselor/CUNY SPH LGBTQI Council Liaison Sherry Adams at [email protected].

Other Upcoming Events

Hunter Gender-affirming Voice Training Group

Thursday, March 3  |  4:30 pm – 5:30 pm  | RSVP 

Hunter College Center for Communication Disorders’ gender-affirming voice training group seeks to help individuals in the transgender community explore ways to modify their voice and communication styles, thus affirming their identity in a safe and supportive environment. This is an eight-week program of a small group of young adults (3-5 people) who identify as transgender. The program will be starting Thursday, March 3, 2022 at 4:30 pm and meets every week at the same time for eight weeks. Each meeting is 60 minutes long. You can find out more details about the training group here.

The Inaugural 2022 CUNY LGBTQI+ Student Conference

Friday, April 1  |  9:00 am – 5:00 pm  | RSVP 

The CUNY LGBTQI+ Student Conference brings together LGBTQI+ students from across CUNY interested in learning more about leadership and creating change on our campuses and broader communities. The conference will take place on Friday, April 1, 2022, 9 am – 5 pm at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. The conference is planned to be in-person pending approval, but there will also be a virtual option for those who prefer it. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please register here. If you have any questions please reach out to Dominique Mendez at domendez@jjay.cuny.edu.

You can also sign up to facilitate workshops on various topics of importance to foster leadership and advocacy in our LGBTQI+ students. Each workshop should be 45 minutes to an hour long. Workshops can be facilitated in-person or online. You don’t have to do the workshop alone! You can propose a workshop and express interest in co-facilitating. Sign-up to facilitate a workshop here.

Student Resources

Career Services and Events

To view the SPH Career Services live calendar, click here. To schedule a 1:1 Career Coaching appointment with the Office of Career Services, book an appointment online now!

Career Events 
Washington State Dept. of Labor and Industries Virtual Information Session
Join this session on Wednesday March 9, 2022 at 5:00 pm to learn more about Industrial Hygienist career opportunities at Washington State Dept. of Labor and Industries. Please register here. As an Industrial Hygienist, you’ll keep Washington’s workforce safe by evaluating and controlling occupational health hazards. The hazards you’ll address include noise, chemicals, blood-borne pathogens and other physical and biological agents. Your ability to maintain composure and sensitivity in challenging situations will be great assets. You’ll prepare and calibrate industrial hygiene sampling equipment, and you’ll make suggestions for abatement and provide materials to assist with compliance. We’re looking for candidates with strong research and analytical skills and technical proficiency. Strong communication and organizational skills are also desirable. Visit the website for current openings.

Talkspace for International and Out-of-state Students

• CUNY has partnered with Talkspace to offer international and out-of-state students free online messaging therapy.
• Register for Talkspace here and enter code: CUNY2021.
• Visit talkspace.com/CUNY to check your registration status.

Student Wellness Support Services and Events

The CUNY SPH Counseling and Wellness Services offers virtual spaces to provide support to students. To schedule a counseling appointment, e-mail: [email protected] and learn about student wellness services and resources here. Recurring student support groups appear below.

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GSGA Newsletter

February 17, 2022

Hello SPH students,

Happy Thursday and welcome to this issue of the GSGA newsletter!

We hope that you are having a fruitful semester. Please join us in welcoming the GSGA leaders for the Spring semester. A special welcome to our two new Senators, Colin DeVries and Doris Chiu! Please see below and make sure to check the GSGA leaders’ biographies on our page.

• President: Bradley Meacham
• Vice-President: Shawon Shahriar
• Treasurer: Afia Islam
• Communications Officer: Amena El-Harakeh
• Advanced Certificate Senator: Colin DeVries
• Masters Senators: Sherline Altidor, Doris Chiu, Ansu Abraham, and Natalia Surujnath
• Doctoral Senators: Claudia Calhoon and Shari Jardine

Please also make sure to take advantage of all that CUNY SPH offers you. We will continue to ensure that you have the information necessary to seek out resources, support services, and opportunities for engagement. Below is a listing of upcoming events and support services and resources available to you.

As we are dedicated to bringing a voice to the CUNY SPH student body, we are accessible to you and welcome the opportunity to hear from you. We encourage you to reach out to us to share your thoughts, ideas, or concerns by emailing us at: [email protected].

Sincerely,
GSGA 2021-2022

Upcoming SPH Events

For a complete listing of all SPH events for the semester, please visit the CUNY SPH Events page.

Urban Food Policy Forum

Thursday, February 24  |  10:30 am – 12:00 pm  |  RSVP

The topic of this forum is Food Is Medicine, focusing on the policies to replicate, scale, and finance food as medicine programs, from medically-tailored meals to prescription produce programs. On February 24, join the CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute and guest practitioners and policy experts to learn more about the most recent developments in this rapidly growing field of research, policy, and practice.

Other Upcoming Events

Afrofuturism by Carnegie Hall

This month, Carnegie Hall is kicking off a citywide festival on the theme of Afrofuturism, an ever-expansive aesthetic and practice—where music, visual arts, science fiction, and technology intersect to imagine alternate realities and a liberated future viewed through the lens of Black cultures.There are $10 student tickets available for many of the festival events. You can also take advantage of the student discounts available on the website. To take advantage of these student discounts, you can sign up for the Student Insider program on the website – registration is fast and free!

Crash Course on Black American History

Academic Support

Writing Assistance

CUNY SPH provides one-on-one consultation for all current CUNY SPH students, assisting with the various stages and strategies of the writing process. From brainstorm to final proof, from macrostructures to mechanics, from analysis to rhetoric, we’re here to help you craft intelligible, exhaustive, and compelling work. Book an appointment online now!

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Career Services and Events

To view the SPH Career Services live calendar, click here.

To schedule a 1:1 Career Coaching appointment with the Office of Career Services, book an appointment online now!

ASPPH 2022 Annual Meeting
March 22-24  |  Arlington, VA & online sessions available  |  Register
The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health is hosting their 2022 Annual Meeting March 22-24. This event convenes academic public health leaders, faculty, students, and members of the public health community from around the world for three days in March to engage in discussions and share new strategies and tools to strengthen education, practice, and research in public health. This year, we are excited to offer two attendance options, in-person (Arlington, VA) and online. Join us to learn the latest about every facet of academic public health and bring data-driven insights back to your campus.

Student Wellness Support Services and Events

The CUNY SPH Counseling and Wellness Services offers virtual spaces to provide support to students. To schedule a counseling appointment, e-mail: [email protected] and learn about student wellness services and resources here. Recurring student support groups appear below.

Upcoming events are also listed below:

Town Hall: Enhancing an LGBTQIA+ Affirming and Supportive Campus at CUNY SPH
Thursday, March 3  |  2:00 pm  |  RSVP

Counseling and Wellness Services is dedicated to offering LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling and promoting the growth of LGBTQIA+ services at CUNY SPH. Students, alumni, faculty and staff are invited to this town hall to engage in conversation about how to foster such growth at our campus. We are seeking your input to inform next steps. If you are interested, please contact Student Wellness Counselor/CUNY SPH LGBTQI Council Liaison Sherry Adams: [email protected].

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February 03, 2022

Hello SPH students,

Welcome to the Spring semester of the 2021-2022 academic year!

We hope that the winter break gave you an opportunity to recharge with family and friends and that you approach this new semester with an eye toward staying safe, healthy, and taking time for yourself. That includes taking advantage of the university resources for time management, career services and counseling, should you need them.

The Office of Student Services will continue to provide advising, counseling, and other services remotely. Students whose needs cannot be met remotely and need to meet in-person will be required to submit a request for an in-person appointment to Dr. Lynn Roberts, Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Alumni Relations at [email protected].

Additionally, we would like to share with you important information on upcoming events, safety policies, procedures, and services, GSGA student awards, and student resources. 

Sincerely,
GSGA 2021-2022

Upcoming Events

Save the Date! Student Empowerment Day

Join the CUNY Coalition for Students with Disabilities (CCSD) and other organizations for the Student Empowerment Day on February 10, 2022 at 10:30 am via Zoom, where we rally for Fund Disability Services in New York to support students with disabilities in colleges throughout the state of New York. There will be politicians, guest speakers, and student leaders advocating on behalf of all Disability Service programs. The login information is available here.

Safety Policies, Procedures, and Services

Required Face Coverings

In accordance with CUNY’s Mask Mandate, you will be required to wear a face covering at all times, regardless of your vaccination status, except if you are fully vaccinated and are alone in an enclosed space such as an office, conference room, or meeting room. Please click the link to review a helpful summary of CUNY and CDC Guidance on Masks, Vaccines, Quarantine and Isolation.

Vaccination and Booster Verification

• Students registered for in-person and hybrid classes who are eligible for a booster on January 28 when the Spring Term begins must submit proof of a booster on CUNYfirst by March 1.
• Students registered for in-person and hybrid classes who become eligible for a booster between January 28 and the end of the Spring Term must submit proof of a booster on CUNYfirst within 30 days of becoming eligible, unless they have received approval for an exemption or exception.
• Students who fail to meet the booster documentation uploading deadline will be subject to administrative action including having a stop on their record that prevents registration for Summer/Fall 2022 classes.

 Random Testing

• CUNY is continuing the mandatory random testing program for vaccinated employees and students accessing CUNY facilities. Each week, up to 20% of randomly selected individuals across the University are contacted to be tested for COVID-19.
• If you are selected in any given week, you will receive an email from [email protected] with instructions to complete registration and will have to test at a CUNY test site within 7 days (no appointment necessary).
• Your test result will be available within 48 hours and you will maintain your Access Pass to CUNY facilities while the results are pending. If your test result comes back positive, your Access Pass will be removed, and you will be contacted by a Coronavirus Task Force Liaison for guidance.
• If you do not comply with the mandatory random testing requirements, your access to campus will be suspended and you may be subject to disciplinary action.
• If you do not plan to be on campus for part or all of the Spring 2022 semester and are selected for random testing: you must inform [email protected] if you are a student and [email protected] if you are an employee, as soon as you receive the notification, so that the testing requirements can be deferred until you return to campus. You are required to be tested at a CUNY COVID-19 Testing Site before you return to campus.

Safe Operations on Campus

• The CUNY SPH campus will be open 8am-9pm on Mondays through Thursdays. The campus will operate fully remotely on Fridays. University requirements for vaccination and testing, face coverings, physical distancing, and other measures are all detailed in the CUNY SPH Safe Campus Operations Plan.
• The University has a set target of 70 percent in-person or hybrid learning for the Spring semester. To minimize congestion, meetings will continue to have a virtual component and office hours will be held remotely. Additionally, visitors will be limited to essential personnel (e.g., contractors, vendors, building staff).

Continued Support for Students, Faculty, and Staff
Both, in-person and remote IT Helpdesk support will continue to be provided to students, faculty, and staff. In-person Helpdesk hours, contact information, and resources are posted on the SPH Website here. If you require in-person support, please make sure to contact Helpdesk in advance, as hours may change on a particular day.

GSGA Student Awards

The GSGA awards are designed to support the academic experiences and professional growth of CUNY SPH students. The Award Budget Form can be accessed here. Guidelines provide a description about the awards and potential eligibility. New deadlines and application forms will be shared with you soon!

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Career Services

To view the SPH Career Services live calendar, click here!

Student Wellness Services

The CUNY SPH Counseling and Wellness Center provides free and confidential counseling, webinars and offers a place for students to come together and support each other.

To schedule a counseling appointment, e-mail: [email protected] and learn about upcoming Wellness events here. 

Hours of remote operation:

Mondays: 10 am – 7:30 pm
Tuesdays: 10 am – 8:30 pm
Wednesdays: 10 am – 7:30 pm
Thursdays: 10 am – 6:30 pm
Fridays: closed

Crisis Text Line

Text CUNY to 741741 for crisis support! Support is free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Talkspace for International and Out-of-state Students

• CUNY has partnered with Talkspace to offer international and out-of-state students online messaging therapy (at no cost).
• Register for Talkspace here and enter code: CUNY2021.

• Visit talkspace.com/CUNY to check your registration status.

Student Emergency Fund

If you are a current CUNY SPH student-facing short-term financial hardship, we encourage you to submit an application to the Student Emergency Fund.

To access the application, you will need to log into SharePoint using your SPH login (sph\______) credentials.  Reach out to [email protected] if you require assistance with SharePoint.

Click here to apply. Please note that applicants will be asked to submit supporting documentation to demonstrate financial need.

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December 16, 2021

Happy Thursday, SPH students,

The Fall semester is almost over! We know it has not been easy for all of us this semester. During this last week of classes, we want to wish you good luck and Happy Holidays!

Also, the GSGA newsletter will go on pause until the start of the Spring 2022 semester. If you would like to catch up with our previous newsletters, simply click here. We are also looking for a Masters Senator and a Certificate Senator for the upcoming semesters. Please send us an email at [email protected] if you are interested!

We will remain active on our social media  Instagram and Facebook. So be sure to follow us!

We wish you a peaceful break, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year!

Sincerely,

GSGA 2021-2022

VIRTUAL ESCAPE ROOM

GSGA’s Arctic Survival Virtual Escape Room | Wednesday, December 22, 2021, | 7:00 PM EST | RSVP 

The Graduate Student Government Association (GSGA) is inviting all students, student leaders, and interested faculty and staff to join us for an End-of-Semester Virtual Escape Room.  In recognition of the Winter Solstice, the theme for this interactive online event will be “Arctic Survival”. During this event, teams will solve riddles and complete puzzles in a fixed amount of time, with the goal of “escaping the room.”

We hope you will join us for a little respite at the end of the Fall semester and a lot of fun to kick-off the Winter Holiday Season!

STUDENT RESOURCES

Career Services

To view the SPH Career Services live calendar, click here!

Required Fieldwork Orientation Sessions for Summer 2022 Fieldwork
Various Dates and Times  |  Virtual  | Register

Opportunity Spotlight: 
The NYC Mayor’s Office Public Engagement Unit is hiring two Policy Interns for the spring semester. The City of New York’s Public Engagement Unit (PEU) was created in 2015 to serve New Yorkers in historically underserved neighborhoods and connect them to key City services, using innovative methods of proactive outreach. PEU’s model has proven particularly critical in the midst of the global pandemic, a severe economic crisis, and now a challenging recovery. PEU policy interns will work 25 hours per week and receive ongoing training in order to assist PEU’s Policy Director and PEU’s outreach teams. To read more and apply see the first listing in this week’s Internship & Fellowship Postings.

NYC Department of Environmental Protections (NYC DEP) is currently recruiting college & university students for two unpaid volunteer positions:

Engagement & Wellness Liaison 

Strategic Workforce Planning Liaison

2021 Dr. K. York & M. Noelle Chynn CUNY Ethics and Morality Essay Contest

Funded by the Chynn Family Foundation

Extended Submission Deadline | Friday, December 17, 2021

The CUNY Ethics and Morality Essay Contest is funded by an endowment gift of $100,000 to the City University of New York by Dr. K. York Chynn and his wife Noelle Chynn. This annual award is intended to promote and stimulate thinking by college students at CUNY about the topic of ethics, morality, and virtuous behavior in their lives. More than ever, these issues arise not only in the personal relationships of individuals and family and friends, but also in the context of corporate, government, and social responsibility, whether it is about treating others fairly and honestly, or food safety.

The Asian American / Asian Research Institute will award the top three essays, selected by the Selection Committee, the following prizes in December 2021:

• Best Essay ($1,000)
• First Runner-up ($300)
• Second Runner-up ($200)

Submission Guidelines
Click here for the Submission Form

Hearst Scholarship Fund

2022 AJPH Student Think Tank Application

2022 AJPH Student Think Tank Application
This prestigious fellowship allows six students from around the United States to directly advise the AJPH Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Alfredo Morabia, and interact with productions staff for one year. Students are given access to key insights into the Journal, manage their own student newsletter based on Journal research, coordinate their twitter, and work on other key student projects with assistance and collaboration with Journal staff. Students will also convene for two meetings in the year that will encourage and promote teamwork, collaboration, and ideas development. Travel and lodging costs for these meetings are covered by the American Public Health Association

Benefits Include:
Fall and Spring Meetings in Washington D.C
Publishing Newsletters for the Journal
Publishing Special Sections, Opinion Pieces & Calls for Papers
Selecting Covers for each Monthly Issue
Establishing Peer & Professional Connections

Student Wellness Services

The CUNY SPH Counseling and Wellness Center provides free and confidential counseling, webinars and offers a place for students to come together and support each other.

Hours of remote operation:

Mondays 10 AM – 7:30 PM
Tuesdays 10 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesdays 10 AM – 7:30 PM
Thursdays 10 AM – 6:30 PM
Fridays CLOSED

To schedule a counseling appointment, e-mail: [email protected] and learn about upcoming Wellness events here. 

Crisis Text Line

TEXT CUNY TO 741741 FOR CRISIS SUPPORT!

Talkspace for international and out-of-state students

• CUNY has partnered with Talkspace to offer international and out-of-state students online messaging therapy (at no cost).

• Register for Talkspacehere and enter code: CUNY2021.

• Visit talkspace.com/CUNY to check your registration status.

Student Emergency Fund

If you are a current CUNY SPH student-facing short-term financial hardship, we encourage you to submit an application to the Student Emergency Fund.

To access the application, you will need to log into SharePoint using your SPH login (sph\______) credentials.  Reach out to [email protected] if you require assistance with SharePoint.

Click here to apply. Please note that applicants will be asked to submit supporting documentation to demonstrate financial need.

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GSGA Newsletter

December 02, 2021

Hello SPH students,

We hope you had a wonderful and refreshing holiday weekend. Now it is time to prepare yourself for the final class projects. Get it done as early as you can and embrace the well-deserved break following the semester.

We had incredible responses from the recent survey we sent out. Based on that, 50% of students said they were interested in receiving a Beanie as a welcome gift from the GSGA, 16.7% would like to have stickers, candles, and pens. We are working on that to send out the gifts as soon as possible. Don’t forget to update your mailing address in CUNYfirst if you have moved! If you haven’t filled out this survey yet, you can still express your opinion here.

Sincerely,

GSGA 2021-2022

Check below for student training, scholarships, opportunities, and upcoming events!

SPH Doctoral Student Survey

Calling all SPH doctoral students! Please take this confidential, 5-minute survey about your experiences as a doctoral student, including current employment status, student funding, and health insurance coverage.

The data will be used by a team of your fellow CUNY SPH doctoral students to better understand and advocate for our needs.

For any questions, contact [email protected].

SPH STUDENT CLUBS

SPH Sexual & Reproductive Health Rights & Justice Club

RSVP | Friday, December 10, 2021 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Laurie Roberts is the executive director of Yellowhammer Fund, an abortion fund and reproductive justice organization in Alabama, and has decades of experience in sexual and reproductive health education and advocacy. In light of current events currently threatening Roe v. Wade, join us to discuss the basics of reproductive justice and the intersection of comprehensive sex education, abortion, and healthy pregnancy. #SexEducation #Sex #Inclussion #relationships #gender #education #sexuality #consent

Have you looked into joining an SPH student club or starting your own? Click here to find out more on how to get involved while earning your degree. 

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Writing Assistance

CUNY SPH provides one-on-one consultation for all current CUNY SPH students, assisting with the various stages and strategies of the writing process. From brainstorm to final proof, from macrostructures to mechanics, from analysis to rhetoric, we’re here to help you craft intelligible, exhaustive, and compelling work. Book an appointment online now!

STUDENT RESOURCES

Career Services

To view the SPH Career Services live calendar, click here!

Required Fieldwork Orientation Sessions for Summer 2022 Fieldwork
Various Dates and Times  |  Virtual  | Register

Are you interested in speaking with a Career Coach? 

Schedule a 1:1 Career Coaching appointment with the Office of Career Services. Book an appointment online now!

Student Wellness Services

The CUNY SPH Counseling and Wellness Center provides free and confidential counseling, webinars and offers a place for students to come together and support each other.

Hours of remote operation:

Mondays 10 AM – 7:30 PM
Tuesdays 10 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesdays 10 AM – 7:30 PM
Thursdays 10 AM – 6:30 PM
Fridays CLOSED

To schedule a counseling appointment, e-mail: [email protected] and learn about upcoming Wellness events here. Upcoming student support groups appear below.

• Time Management Support Group
  Mondays through 12/6 | 5 PM – 6 PM 
• Students for Racial Justice Support Group
  Tuesdays through 12/7 | 6 PM – 7 PM

Crisis Text Line

TEXT CUNY TO 741741 FOR CRISIS SUPPORT!

Talkspace for international and out-of-state students

• CUNY has partnered with Talkspace to offer international and out-of-state students online messaging therapy (at no cost).

• Register for Talkspacehere and enter code: CUNY2021.

• Visit talkspace.com/CUNY to check your registration status.

Student Emergency Fund

If you are a current CUNY SPH student-facing short-term financial hardship, we encourage you to submit an application to the Student Emergency Fund.

To access the application, you will need to log into SharePoint using your SPH login (sph\______) credentials.  Reach out to [email protected] if you require assistance with SharePoint.

Click here to apply. Please note that applicants will be asked to submit supporting documentation to demonstrate financial need.

SPH EVENTS

Care for the homeless: Helpless or Hopeful?

The learning objectives of this webinar are to:

1. Define homelessness
2. Understand epidemiology of mental illness and homelessness in New York
3. Comprehend factors contributing to homelessness
4. Learn about morbidities of homelessness
5. Use clinical and systems approaches

The webinar will be followed by a discussion/Q&A session.

CUNY-WIDE EVENTS

WALKING WHILE TRANS: THE END OF NEW YORK’S ANTI-LOITERING LAW

RSVP | Monday, December 6 |  5 PM |  Roosevelt House, 47-49 East 65^th Street

The LGBTQ Policy Center at Roosevelt House invites you to attend: A NEW PUBLIC PROGRAM PRESENTED IN-PERSON AND ON ZOOM

Continuing the first full season of public events at the Roosevelt House LGBTQ Policy Center under the leadership of its new Director, Erin Mayo-Adam, we are pleased to present a panel discussion on the successful effort to repeal New York State’s “Walking While Trans” law. Through a conversation with leading policymakers, attorneys, and activists, this event will examine how a powerful policy coalition came together to advance the law’s repeal and look ahead to future LGBTQ+ policy campaigns aimed at reducing mass incarceration in New York.

In February of 2021, New York repealed the anti-loitering law commonly known as “Walking While Trans,” which, according to its critics, was used by law enforcement to harass and arrest trans people. Culminating years of grassroots activism led by trans people of color, the repeal is part of an ongoing fight to reform the police system and reduce the criminalization of New York’s queer and trans communities.

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GSGA Newsletter

November 18, 2021

Welcome to November SPH students,

You have come a long way – whether this is your first year or your last semester at CUNY SPH. This is the time to reflect on everything you have accomplished and are currently doing to get closer to achieving your academic goals!

In our academic endeavors, our families and friends are often the ones who are keeping us on track and there should not be any need for an official day to say “Thank you” to our loved ones, friends, and families. Right? Every day can be a “Thanksgiving Day”, a time to express our gratitude. Enjoy the little break, refresh yourself, spend some super quality time with your amazing friends and families.

HAPPY FRIENDSGIVING!!!

We would like to share with you upcoming events, resources for students, trainings, and other opportunities! Check below!

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