Celebrate the achievements of our incredible international students at the International Student Celebration at Graham Chapel. Join us for a special ceremony honoring the hard work and dedication of graduates from around the world. Come together to cheer them on as they take this exciting step toward their bright futures! Organized by OISE. 📍 Graham […]
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Child Development and Policy Discussion: Insights from Jordan and Mongolia
Around the globe, economies are shifting as human migration, energy transition, and numerous other challenges shape futures. Many nations are meeting these challenges with policies aimed at the next generation. On April 9, the Global Programs Office and the Center for Social Development hosted a lunchtime discussion on innovative policy proposals from Jordan and Mongolia. […]
Cultural Showcase 2025: A Reflection of our Global Community
This year’s performances highlighted both cultural pride and personal storytelling. We took a journey around the world including a Native American Hoop Dance, Brazilian rhythms from Professor Rodrigo Siqueira Reis and Milena Franco Silva, as well as Nepalese folk and Chinese fan dances. The tempo was then lowered for reflections on the Islamic faith by […]
Students meet with AARP Foundation during the DC field-based course
Professor Anna Goldfarb Shabsin and Dr Tammy Orahood took a group of 19 Brown School students to Washington, D.C. over spring break to study the policy eco-system. The field-based course used the opportunities provided by the nation’s capital to explore transdisciplinary policy practice in government, think tanks, and advocacy groups such as the AARP Foundation. There […]
2025 Global Health Annual Conference Day Two on Thursday, May 1
WashU’s global health faculty, students and community partners will convene to explore the impact of WashU research on global health at the 2025 Global Health Annual Conference. The 2025 Global Health Annual Conference is a collaboration between the Global Health Center; WashU’s strategic plan, Here and Next; the Death to Onchocerciasis and Lymphatic Filariasis (DOLF) project; and the Air […]
Brown School Centennial Weekend on Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26
The Brown School is celebrating 100 years! Join alumni, faculty, staff, family, and friends for a once-in-a-century celebration. Honoring the legacy of evidence-based research, join us on Friday, April 25th, for a faculty symposium to hear from faculty across the school speak about their extraordinary work in social work, public health, and social policy. Later […]
Post Graduation Options for International Students on Thursday, April 17
Are you an F-1 or J-1 student graduating or completing your program soon? Join OISS for an informative online session via Zoom where they’ll cover the benefits available to you after completing your degree or program. Learn about your grace period, work authorization options like OPT or Academic Training, and how to transfer your SEVIS […]
Student and Scholar Virtual Walk-Ins: Travel and Immigration Questions on Tuesday, April 15 and Wednesday, April 16
If you have questions about upcoming travel, and/or immigration questions and are unable to schedule a 1:1 appointment with an OISS adviser, consider joining OISS for their virtual walk-ins! They will have 2-3 advisers available to take 5-minute appointments to answer quick travel and/or immigration questions, in addition to providing general updates and reminders. Advanced […]
Ramadan Iftar on Monday, March 24
Join us on for an evening of warmth, reflection, and community as we gather to share a Ramadan meal together. Enjoy delicious food from Falafel Saha, connect with friends and colleagues, and experience the beauty of this special time together. Feel free to bring additional items to share. 📍 Hillman Hall 130📅 Monday, March 24 […]
Cultural Showcase on Thursday, March 27
Please come experience our incredible global community at the Brown School’s annual Cultural Showcase! It will be an evening of vibrant performances, cultural attire, and interactive tables highlighting traditions from around the world. Previously we’ve had Azeri rhythms, Brazilian dances, Native American culture, Syrian cuisine, Taiwanese art and Botswana poetry. the showcase offers a window […]
Financial Inclusion: A Growing Focus in International Social Development webinar on Wednesday, March 19
Across the world, financial inclusion is increasingly recognized as a key driver of household financial well-being. Policies, practices, and services continue to evolve, leveraging innovative strategies to expand access to financial systems and enhance financial literacy. What lessons can we draw from these efforts? Join us on Wednesday, March 19, for “Financial Inclusion: A Growing […]
International Event: Women Social Workers in South Sudan, Burundi, & Palestine on Wednesday, March 5
The Women Interest Group of the International Association of Schools of Social Work (IASSW) is hosting an online event to mark International Women’s Day 2025. This webinar brings together social work educators, practitioners, and students from around the world to explore the challenges women face in conflict zones and the role of social workers in […]
Backman-Levy Selected for Global Health Leadership Program
Associate Professor of Practice, Jessica Backman-Levy, has been selected for WomenLift Health’s sixth North America Cohort of the Leadership Journey, a program designed to empower women as they advance into senior leadership roles in global health. Since its founding in 2019, WomenLift Health has worked to amplify the power and influence of talented women, driving […]
Fireside Chat around Global Storytelling with NY Times Journalist and Filmmaker Adam Ellick – Monday, February 3
Please join us for this fireside chat between Adam B. Ellick (director and executive producer of Op-Docs and Opinion Video at The New York Times) and Dean Sandro Galea on Monday, February 3, 2025 in the Brown Lounge, Brown Hall as part of the WashU Ideas, Discourse, and Exploration (WIDE) Speaker Series. Adam has produced […]
Public Health Changemaker: Danielle Sarraf Honored
Danielle Sarraf, an MBA/MPH student, has been recognized as one of the 10 “Students Who Rocked Public Health 2024” by the Journal of Public Health Management & Practice (JPHMP). This honor highlights her remarkable contributions to public health innovation and leadership, demonstrating how dedication and ingenuity can tackle pressing challenges and drive meaningful change in […]
Afghan Refugees in Iran Face Growing Challenges
In her article “One of the World’s Largest Refugee Populations, Afghans Have Faced Increasing Restrictions in Iran,” published on January 7, 2025, in Migration Information Source (published by the Migration Policy Institute) Assistant Professor Mitra Naseh examines the challenges faced by Afghan refugees in Iran. She highlights that as of mid-2024, Iran hosts approximately 3.8 […]
Student Experience: Exploring Health and Social Innovation in Berlin
Brown School Field Based Courses offer students invaluable first-hand perspectives on public health challenges around the world, and the opportunity to explore how innovative solutions can be adopted and adapted to other countries. In the video below, a Brown School student walks us through their transformative experience as a participant in the Berlin Health and […]
Global Partnerships Address Health Disparities in Brazil
People Health & Place is fostering international collaborations to tackle health disparities in Brazil. Co-directed by Professor Rodrigo Reis, the unit recently hosted a workshop in Florianópolis, Brazil, supported by the Global Programs Faculty Research Fund. The event brought together leading experts from Brazilian universities to establish research priorities, formalize partnerships, and create educational initiatives. […]
Brown School Projects Awarded Incubator Grants
Six Brown School affiliated projects were awarded Global Incubator Seed Grants in November, which aim to kickstart high-impact research initiatives between WashU faculty and international collaborators. We would like to extend our congratulations to the following faculty and their collaborator institutions in 5 countries: Africa ‘Tailoring an evidence-based family strengthening intervention as a preventive approach […]
New Research Grants Advance Brown School’s International Research Efforts
We congratulate the following Brown School faculty and doctoral students on being selecting for research grants to support ongoing or new research projects taking place globally.