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2020 Announcements

Register now for the 2021 Virtual Big Data Health Science Conference February 5-6

This year's theme will focus on Unlocking the Power of Big Data: Bringing Innovation into Improved Care and Prevention. Learn about the conference schedule, speakers, student competition (January 29-31), registration (only $25), and more.

Nominate an exceptional Arnold School faculty member for one of three 2021 Arnold School faculty awards

The Arnold School of Public Health is seeking nominations to recognize outstanding faculty with one of three 2021 awards in the areas of teaching, research, and service. Recipients will be honored at the 2021 Hooding Ceremony.

Nominate outstanding Arnold School graduates for one of two 2021 Arnold School alumni awards

The Arnold School of Public Health is seeking nominations to recognize outstanding alumni with 2021 awards in two categories: those who graduated prior to 2011 and those who graduated in 2011 or later. Recipients will be honored at the 2021 Hooding Ceremony.

Call for proposals by February 15

The Carolina Center on Alzheimer’s Disease and Minority Research is providing grants for pilot projects related to sociocultural, behavioral, and environmental determinants of ADRD health disparities.

Student Nutrition Group and Harvest Hope Food Bank host food drive in November

Support South Carolina's most vulnerable residents by contributing to the Student Nutrition Group and Harvest Hope Food Bank's food drive in November. Learn more about donations and volunteer opportunities.

Tech Tuesday Talk focuses on using social media for weight loss treatment on college campuses

Join TecHealth for the next Virtual Tech Tuesday Talk at noon on Tuesday, October 27 when George Washington University professor Melissa Napolitano will discuss using social media for weight loss treatment on college campuses.

Call for Proposals! Graduate funding opportunity in maternal and child health research

The UofSC Maternal and Child Health Catalyst Program invites proposals from graduate students and will fund up to three graduate scholars to pursue research in areas related to the health and well-being of mothers, children and adolescents.

Join us for an online chat about Arnold School graduate programs and degrees

The University of South Carolina's Arnold School of Public Health is the only Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)-accredited School of Public Health in the state of South Carolina. We invite you to participate in the This is Public Health Virtual Fair for a chance to ask questions of our admissions staff or directly to graduate program directors in our departments.

Research Participant Opportunity! Help scientists understand the effects of COVID-19 on the brain

The Aging Brain Cohort is conducting a research study to gather health history data and study the effects of COVID-19 on various aspects of cognition and brain health. Receive $70 for 3-4 hours of time (mostly online) for sharing your experiences with COVID-19.

Call for Abstracts! 2020 Virtual Nutrition Symposium

University faculty, staff, and students are invited to submit an abstract by August 28 to present at the 2020 Nutrition symposium, UofSC Nutrition Research Day: Share, Discover, Connect.

The 10th Annual Nutrition Symposium is going virtual!

Join the UofSC Nutrition Consortium for the 10th Annual Nutrition Symposium. The event will occur over a 6 week period starting September 18th, 2020. The symposium will include a weekly webinar occurring each Friday from 10:00AM-11:00AM.

Graduate Scholar in Aging Opportunity: Arnold School announces 2020 Graduate Scholar in Aging Research Awards Program

Through the generous support of Norman and Gerry Sue Arnold, the Arnold School of Public Health is committed to developing future leaders in aging research. In response, the School has established this award which will recognize up to two outstanding graduate students.

C-STAR Lecture Series continues in 2020 - 2021

The C-STAR lecture series offers online biweekly talks by members and guests of the Center for the Study of Aphasia Recovery. The series include lectures on aphasia, rehabilitation after stroke, neuroimaging and neurostimulation methodology, and the neurobiology of language.

UofSC Nutrition Consortium to host Fall Service Project on November 18

Join the University of South Carolina Nutrition Consortium for the Fall Service Project in the Sustainable Carolina Garden on November 18 (2-3:30 pm).

CANCELLED: Clyburn Lecture features keynote speaker Joseph Telfair on April 6

This event has been cancelled. The Arnold School and SC DHEC will host the 13th Annual James E. Clyburn Health Equity Lecture on April 6 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center Please join us for a poster session and keynote presentation by Joseph Telfair on Taking Action to Advance Health Equity: Addressing Poverty and the Social Determinants of Health.

CANCELLED: Call for Abstracts! 13th Annual James E. Clyburn Health Equity Lecture

This event has been cancelled. This poster session is an opportunity to for UofSC faculty, staff and students and individuals from from other academic institutions and community organizations to share their health equity research and practice with others and address this year's theme: Taking Action to Advance Health Equity: Addressing Poverty and the Social Determinants of Health.

February 25 Tech Tuesday Talk features UNC Professor of Medicine and Health Behavior Lisa Hightow-Weidman

Join TecHealth for their Tech Tuesday Talk on February 25 when UNC Professor of Medicine and Health Behavior Lisa Hightow-Weidman will discuss Digital Strategies to End the HIV Epidemic among Youth at noon in Discovery 140.

POSTPONED: Third Annual Arnold Aging Lecture to be held April 9

This event has been cancelled. The Arnold School of Public Health will host the third annual Arnold Aging Lecture on Thursday, April 9 at 3:00 p.m. at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. The keynote presentation will be given by Chief Science Officer of the Alzheimer's Association Maria Carrillo on Promising Times: Progress in Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Research.

Delta Omega Seminar and Panel Discussion on February 28

The Delta Omega Mu Chapter will host a Seminar and Panel Discussion on Russian Bots and Trolls and the Weaponization of Health Communication on Social Media. Friday, February 28 from 10:30 a.m. - noon in the Russell House Theater.

CANCELLED: COMD hosts lecture by Jeffrey Holt on March 25

This event has been cancelled. The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders will host a free lecture by Jeffrey Holt on Function and Dysfunction of TMC Channels in inner ear hair cells. 5:15 PM-6:45 PM on March 25, 2020 Rm 002 in the Close-Hipp Building.

CANCELLED: 10th Annual Nutrition Symposium will take place on March 20

This event has been cancelled. Faculty, staff, students, and community members are invited to University of South Carolina’s Nutrition Consortium Annual Symposium, "UofSC Nutrition Research Day: Share, Discover, Connect."

2020 UofSC Big Data Health Science Conference

The University of South Carolina's National Big Data Health Science Conference is a signature annual event of the UofSC Big Data Health Science Center February 9-11, Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.

CCADMR provides seminar on how to write a data analysis section January 24

Biostatistics professor James Hardin will discuss how to write a data analysis section during the Carolina Center on Alzheimer’s Disease and Minority Research Education Seminar on January 24 at noon in Discovery 331 (Lunch provided!)

January 28 Tech Tuesday Talk features exercise science doctoral candidate Melissa Stansbury

Join TecHealth for their Tech Tuesday Talk on January 28 when exercise science doctoral candidate Melissa Stansbury will discuss using e-Learning to Facilitate Lifestyle Change at noon in Discovery 140.

Nominate outstanding Arnold School graduates for one of two Arnold School alumni awards

The Arnold School of Public Health is seeking nominations to recognize outstanding alumni with 2020 awards in two categories: those who graduated in 2009 or earlier and those who graduated in 2010 or later. Recipients will be honored at the 2020 Hooding Ceremony.

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