On Wednesday, Oct. 12, at the Fluno Center, School of Medicine and Public Health faculty honorees, donors, and leaders gathered for the inaugural SMPH Faculty Investiture Celebration. The event celebrated and honored incredible faculty and …
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Exciting changes to In the Know are here
In the Know is the main internal communications vehicle in the UW School of Medicine and Public Health, providing top-of-mind news for the SMPH community. As of today, Tuesday, Sept. 20, some exciting changes have …
SMPH gives warm welcome to Chancellor Mnookin
The School of Medicine and Public Health community gave a warm Wisconsin welcome to Chancellor Mnookin, the university’s 30th leader, who celebrated her first day on Thursday, Aug. 4. Staff, faculty, and learners headed over …
Department of Biomolecular Chemistry celebrates 100th anniversary
In late May 2022, the Department of Biomolecular Chemistry hosted a symposium to celebrate its 100th anniversary with more than 200 alumni, friends, and current members. The event kicked off on the evening of Friday, …
Important information for 2022-23 parking applications
Applications are open for the new parking year that begins September 1, 2022. Anyone who needs campus parking must submit a new application. The deadline for the first round of applications is June 10. Offers …
Celebrating Clinical Trials Day
Clinical Trials Day on May 20 is a nationwide effort to “recognize the people who conduct clinical trials and say thanks for what they do every day to improve public health.” It is in that …
Laura Birkeland named next Director of Master of Genetic Counselor Studies
A message from Elizabeth M. Petty, MD, Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. Dear colleagues, I am absolutely delighted to announce that Laura Birkeland, MS, CGC, recently accepted our offer and became the UWSMPH program …
All-Staff Forum Recap – Spring 2022
The spring 2022 SMPH All Staff Forum took place on Thursday, April 28, 2022. Topics discussed included the remote work policy, compensation within TTC, as well as turnover, retention and resources. This event was co-hosted …
Susan Wenker named next Director of Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
A message from Elizabeth M. Petty, MD, Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. Dear colleagues, I am delighted to announce that Susan (Sue) Wenker, PT, PhD, GCS-Emeritus, has accepted our offer to become the next …
The Future Needs Us Now – the campaign for Wisconsin Medicine
The UW School of Medicine and Public Health and UW Health have been powerful partners in research and healthcare innovation and scientific breakthroughs for decades. With some of the world’s best scientists working alongside pre-eminent health …