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GHI looking for new student social media intern
The Global Health Institute is looking for a student employee as a communications/Social Media Intern, supporting the Communications Director. The successful applicant will work in the Medical Sciences Center Offices for 10 to 12 hours a week. Hours are flexible, based on class schedule. Responsibilities: Take a lead role in the planning and execution of…
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Cancer Pain Relief and the War on Drugs
James F. Cleary, M.D., director of the Pain and Policy Studies Group at the Carbone Cancer Center and a special advisor to the Global Health Institute, will examine the historical basis for the use of opioids in the relief of cancer pain, including the global treaties to ensure access to opioids for medical and scientific purposes.…
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Food Day: Celebrating Food Through Our Senses
Our Madison Though My Senses is partnering with UW-Extension to celebrate Food Day. Save the date October 26 from 2 pm to 4 pm at Badger Rock Neighborhood Center. Come and taste international dishes prepared by local residents from different parts of the US and the world. Bring your family to this event created to…
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Science Festival: Ebola in Context
World health leaders warn that the aftermath of the recent Ebola crisis presents a critical moment to develop strategies for future infectious disease outbreaks. Join a wide-ranging group of world-renowned experts as they revisit the Ebola crisis and discuss future global health emergencies. Presenters include virologist Yoshihiro Kawaoka and historian of science Gregg Mitman, both…
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Midwest Environmental Education Conference
The Midwest Environmental Education Conference is held every two years. This year’s conference, hosted by the Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education, is slated to be filled with amazing speakers, incredible field trips and great hands-on sessions to help fuel your environmental education endeavors. The Midwest Environmental Education Conference will take place in Madison, Wisconsin at…