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March 2026 Updates
COMPASS Undergraduate Summer Research Program
The NSF COMPASS Center is now accepting applications for its 2026 Undergraduate Summer Research Program, a hands-on, interdisciplinary research experience focused on pandemic prediction and prevention. Students selected for this program will work directly with leading faculty at institutions throughout the United States on cutting-edge projects that span machine learning, virology, tissue engineering, public health, and viral evolution.
They welcome applications from undergraduates nationwide who are:
• Curious about computer science, AI/ML, virology, tissue engineering, biology, public health, or related fields
• Excited to contribute to interdisciplinary, socially responsible research
• Motivated to learn new skills and work with transdisciplinary research teams
• Seeking an immersive summer research experience with national impact
• Ready to gain real-world research experience
Application deadline is March 12th. More information and application can be found here: https://compass-pipp.org/event/2026-undergraduate-summer-program/
Volunteer with the Food Recovery Network
The Food Recovery Network is looking for volunteers. Every Wednesday from 8-9pm at the back of the Commons, they collect leftover food from dinner that evening and pack it to distribute to food shelters around the greater New Orleans area.
Those interested would need to read a brief training and fill out a short quiz to participate. All volunteers receive a free meal at the Commons.
If you are passionate about food security and the environment, then sign up to join FRN today.
February 2026 Updates
Community Initiatives Lead Job at NOHD
New Orleans Health Department (NOHD) is hiring for the Community Initiatives Lead position on the Public Health Emergencies & Environmental Health team. This individual will oversee the New Orleans Medical Reserve Corps program and coordinate with city agencies and external partners to build volunteer readiness to respond to public health needs and disasters. The full job description can be found here.
Tulane Disability and Access Coalition
My name is Kate Zelig and I am the President of the Tulane Disability and Access Coalition. We are hoping to expand our membership and reach students that are dedicated to improving accessibility, getting involved in disability advocacy, and interested in joining an inclusive community on Tulane’s campus.
The Tulane Disability and Access Coalition is an alliance of students, professors, and campus organizations to promote the equal participation and opportunity of individuals with disabilities in all aspects of life. We operate to advocate for public policy that ensures autonomy, empowerment, and full inclusion for people with disabilities in areas such as healthcare, education, accessibility, housing, motor access, and civil rights. The work of self-advocates and allies is critical to the success of our organization. We strive to make our campus more accessible. We work together and brainstorm creative ideas that support individuals with disabilities, while also creating bonds, learning from each other’s experiences. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment of solidarity on Tulane’s campus for all students, including students with disabilities.
Participation or membership in this organization is nondiscriminatory and open to all students regardless of demographic identity.
Please join our WaveSync and GroupMe, if interested.
GroupMe: https://groupme.com/join_group/110880181/jCmFILXs
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Undergraduate Research Experience In Environmental Health Sciences Program
The department of pharmacology and nutritional sciences at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine offers a research-training program for undergraduates after their sophomore year. The Summer Undergraduate Research in Environmental Health Sciences (SURES) program is specifically for students who are interested in a careers in environmental health sciences.
The program runs from May 26 – August 1. Participants receive a $5,000 stipend and on-campus housing. Applications are due March 7.
Learn more here: https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/pharmns/sures-program
Contact Drs. Hollie Swanson, hollie.swanson@uky.edu or Kevin Pearson, kevin.pearson@uky.edu with questions.
January 2026 Updates
Delta Omega Poster Competition Call for Submissions
We are excited to invite you to submit proposals for the Eta Chapter of the Delta Omega Public Health Honorary Society’s Annual Research Poster Competition! This in-person poster competition will take place on April 10, 2026, and offers an outstanding opportunity to showcase your research, creative inquiry, and public health impact within our school community.
In addition to campus recognition, two graduate finalists and one undergraduate finalist will be nominated to submit their abstracts for consideration in the National Delta Omega Student Poster Session at the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting in November 2026, along with the opportunity to receive a cash prize.
The competition is open to all undergraduate and graduate public health students, including joint degree students. The abstract submission deadline is March 20, 2026, and selected participants will be notified.
Please prepare your abstract using the submission guidelines here. We encourage you to share your work, amplify your voice in public health, and take advantage of this exciting professional opportunity.
We look forward to showcasing the outstanding scholarship and contributions of our student community.
Sincerely,
Jian Li, PhD
President, Eta Chapter of Delta Omega
Tulane Research, Innovation, and Creativity Summit (TRICS) Abstract Submissions Now Open
The Tulane Research, Innovation, and Creativity Summit (TRICS) will be held on Wednesday, April 15th – 16th, at Avron B. Fogelman Arena in Devlin Fieldhouse, 6811 Freret St, New Orleans, LA 70118. This two-day event will showcase Tulane’s research, innovation, scholarship, creativity, and achievements from across the university. It will feature work by students, trainees, faculty, and staff, along with lectures, workshops, and school and unit-specific resource tables.
Multiple schools and disciplines will be awarding prizes for poster presentations. Any graduate student, undergraduate student, trainee, faculty, or staff member across Tulane University can submit an abstract for TRICS here. For more information on TRICS, please visit TRICS 2026 | Tulane Office of Research.
Abstract submission deadline is Friday, February 27.
October 2025 Updates
Global Perspectives in Health Summer Course in Belize
The summer course “Global Perspectives in Health” in Belize is scheduled for June 27 – July 11, 2026. Dr. Cropley will be teaching it, as well as guest lectures from Belizean and global leaders from PAHO, UNICEF, Ministry of Health, Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre, Indigenous studies scholars, and more. Email Dr. Cropley for more information: lcropley@tulane.edu.
In addition to this course, Center For Engaged Learning Abroad (CELA) offers courses in Nursing In Belize, Tropical Marine Ecology, Large Animal Veterinary Practice In The Tropics, and Wildlife Health And Conservation. See more and apply here: https://celabelize.com/
