The University of Chicago Center for Global Health

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The Center for Global Health (CGH) is an interdisciplinary program dedicated to improving health and well-being through education, research and training, and service in partnership with communities in the United States and around the world. Because so many academic disciplines are needed to address the challenges of global health, CGH leverages the unique institutional strength of the University of Chicago to bring together faculty and students from different schools and programs on campus.

The University of Chicago STEM Career Fair will take place in-person on January 15th, 2026 at Ida Noyes Hall at 3 PM! Th...
12/17/2025

The University of Chicago STEM Career Fair will take place in-person on January 15th, 2026 at Ida Noyes Hall at 3 PM! The Career Fair will bring together students across campus to network with employers, connect with each other, and engage in programming centered around interdisciplinary STEM themes.

All undergraduate students interested in STEM related careers are invited to attend. Although professional attire is not required for the fair, we do recommend business casual wear. Student registration is available on Handshake.

Please RSVP on Handshake to stay up-to-date on the Career Fair! If you would like to have your resume reviewed ahead of the Career Fair make an appointment with Career Advancement! For students interested in academic career paths, they are also happy to review your CV. For more information, please click the link below:

https://careeradvancement.uchicago.edu/student-opportunities/day-long-programs/recruiting-forums/stem-career-fair/

The 2026 Summer Research Fellowship application is now open! Submit your application before Friday, January 30th at 5 PM...
12/15/2025

The 2026 Summer Research Fellowship application is now open! Submit your application before Friday, January 30th at 5 PM in order to be considered for this unique opportunity. You can find the application on Handshake, GRAD Gargoyle, or linked directly below. This opportunity is available ONLY to UChicago undergraduate & graduate students.

A reminder that this year, we are requiring that applicants attend at least one information session in order to be eligible for consideration. Join us for our FINAL information session in-person at the Ida Noyes West Lounge at 1 PM on Tuesday, January 13th. For any questions regarding the program, please contact CIGH Program Coordinator Kyra Stanton.

https://cgh.uchicago.edu/education/summer-research-fellowship

This Friday, we are excited to spotlight Diya, a current 4th year at The College studying Biological Sciences with a min...
12/12/2025

This Friday, we are excited to spotlight Diya, a current 4th year at The College studying Biological Sciences with a minor in Health & Society. This summer, she worked with Dr. Kavi Bhalla and his partners at the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) in New Delhi, India and focused on improving traffic conditions and vehicle safety across the city.

The 2026 Summer Research Fellowship application is now open, applicants must attend an information session in order to be eligible for review. You can access the application and explore former projects here:
https://cgh.uchicago.edu/education/summer-research-fellowship

12/10/2025

The Winter Quarter Deadline for the College Center for Research and Fellowships' Quad Undergraduate Research Scholars Program has been extended through January 8th, 2026. The Quad Undergraduate Research Scholars program offers research grants that are competitive, open-discipline awards intended to enhance the educational experience of University of Chicago College students by supporting scholarly undergraduate research and creative inquiry experiences through active participation in faculty-mentored research.

Quad Undergraduate Research Scholars are expected to participate in the annual scholars programming and present their research at the the annual University of Chicago Undergraduate Research Symposium held each April. For more information on how to apply, please click the link below:

https://ccrf.uchicago.edu/office-undergraduate-research/quad-undergraduate-research-scholars-program

The Council on Energy, Environment and Water is now accepting & reviewing applications for their flagship Global South F...
12/08/2025

The Council on Energy, Environment and Water is now accepting & reviewing applications for their flagship Global South Fellowship (GSF) on a rolling basis. This opportunity is open to PhD Students as well as budding climate researchers. As part of this talent programme, the Fellows will spend 6-12 months at the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), Asia’s leading policy research institution that has been ranked among the 20 best climate think tanks in the world. They will research big-bet areas such as Energy Transitions, Technology Futures, Sustainable Water, International Cooperation, Green Hydrogen, Industrial Sustainability and Climate Finance. The Fellowship will also provide an opportunity to build networks and platforms, widen their knowledge base and contribute towards institution building. For more information on how to apply, please click the link below:

https://www.ceew.in/global-south-fellowship

Applications for the 2026 Yale Undergraduate Research Conference (YURC) will be accepted through January 1st, 2026. YURC...
12/03/2025

Applications for the 2026 Yale Undergraduate Research Conference (YURC) will be accepted through January 1st, 2026. YURC is the nation's largest and most prestigious student-run research conference, bringing together hundreds of undergraduates from around the world to Yale University.

Participants present original research spanning the full spectrum of academic disciplines, from science and engineering to the social sciences and humanities. For more information on how to apply, please click the link below:
https://www.yura.yale.edu/yurc

Applications to the Stamps Scholars Program are now open and will be accepted through Friday, February 13th, 2026 at 12 ...
12/03/2025

Applications to the Stamps Scholars Program are now open and will be accepted through Friday, February 13th, 2026 at 12 PM (noon). Made possible by the partnership of the Stamps Scholars program and the University of Chicago Office of Career Advancement, UChicago Scholars receive grants of $20,000 that can be used over the course of their final two years at the University.

Recipients may use these enrichment funds for a wide variety of experiential learning opportunities, including internships, research projects, entrepreneurial endeavors, volunteering, and attending professional conferences, and other experiences. For more information on how to apply, please click the link below:
https://careeradvancement.uchicago.edu/student-opportunities/grant-programs-internships-and-careers/stamps-scholars-program/

The 2026 Summer Research Fellowship application is now open! Submit your application before Friday, January 30th at 5 PM...
12/01/2025

The 2026 Summer Research Fellowship application is now open! Submit your application before Friday, January 30th at 5 PM in order to be considered for this unique opportunity. You can find the application on Handshake, GRAD Gargoyle, or linked directly below. This opportunity is available ONLY to UChicago undergraduate & graduate students. A reminder that this year, we are requiring that applicants attend at least one information session in order to be eligible for consideration. Join us for our FINAL information session in-person at the Ida Noyes West Lounge at 1 PM on Tuesday, January 13th. For any questions regarding the program, please contact CIGH Program Coordinator Kyra Stanton.

https://cgh.uchicago.edu/education/summer-research-fellowship

The deadline to apply to The MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics's Siegler Fellowship in Clinical Medical Ethics ...
11/25/2025

The deadline to apply to The MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics's Siegler Fellowship in Clinical Medical Ethics is January 15th, 2026.
This executive program is designed for clinicians and academic physicians who are interested in gaining training and experience in medical ethics. The fellowship begins with a four-week, full-time Summer Intensive in July. While most fellows are physicians, we welcome those interested in medical ethics from any perspective, including philosophy, nursing, and the social sciences.
There is no fee for the fellowship, and participants in the general part-time fellowship program do not receive a stipend. For more details on how to apply, please click the link below:
https://macleanethics.uchicago.edu/siegler-fellowship-in-clinical-medical-ethics/

This Friday, we are excited to spotlight Remi, a rising 3rd year student at The College studying Biological Sciences wit...
11/21/2025

This Friday, we are excited to spotlight Remi, a rising 3rd year student at The College studying Biological Sciences with a specialization in Genetics. This summer, she worked with Dr. Funmi Olopade and her partners at the Sickle Africa Data Coordinating Center (SADaCC) in Cape Town to co-develop an educational program on Sickle Cell Disease for patients, caregivers, and the public.
https://cgh.uchicago.edu/education/summer-research-fellowship

The annual Consortium of Universities for Global Health Virtual Global Health Week will be held December 2-4. The sessio...
11/20/2025

The annual Consortium of Universities for Global Health Virtual Global Health Week will be held December 2-4. The sessions are free and open to both CUGH members and the public This is a unique opportunity to engage with global thought leaders and explore innovative solutions to the most pressing global health challenges of our time. Review the session lineup and register for webinars using the link below:
https://www.cugh.org/our-work/events/cughs-virtual-global-health-week-2025-december-2-4/

Interested in learning more about CIGH's Summer Research Fellowship (SRF) program? Join us TODAY at 1 PM on Zoom for our...
11/18/2025

Interested in learning more about CIGH's Summer Research Fellowship (SRF) program? Join us TODAY at 1 PM on Zoom for our first of two information sessions. This year, we are requiring that applicants attend at least one information session in order to be eligible for consideration. Register using the link or QR code below:
https://uchicago.zoom.us/meeting/register/8Z1pspG5TCOuG3nzQglfbw

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