The Office for Student Affairs
Student Life
Student Life at HSPH
The students at HSPH are involved in many academic, cultural, and social activities at the school, at Harvard, and in Boston. Please explore the links to the left to find out what's going on in our community. Below are some highlights of activities sponsored by the OSA during the school year. Check out the HSPH Calendar for more programming.
Global Chat
Global Chat is an interactive health forum wherein experts from around the world, including your fellow classmates, share their experience and expertise in an informal and informative setting.
This is a lunchtime seminar sponsored by the Office for Student Affairs. A catered lunch by Sebastian's Cafe is provided.
Every Wednesday during the academic year.
Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Location: Kresge 213
Click the following links to access and print slides of Dr. Pierre-Louis' presentation slides and information on the
the booster program for malaria control in the Africa region: current situation and prospective.
First Thursday Teas
First Thursday Teas of each month are held in the FXB Atrium (near the elevators). Come and socialize with peers and faculty. Drop-in hours are from 3:30pm to 5pm. Tea and cookies are served.
The monthly teas are sponsored by the HSPH Student Government (HSPHSG) and the Office for Student Affairs.
Welcome to Boston
View the Welcome to Boston Guide in PDF for information on the following:
- Housing
- Transportation and Car Ownership
- Family
- Healthcare
- Telephones
- Banking and Post Offices
- Religious Centers
- Libraries
- Shopping
- Tourism
VITA
HSPH Release
Life at Harvard
You will find that Harvard's many schools offer a range of resources, activities, and events that are open to you as an HSPH student. In the Longwood area, many students connect with others at the Harvard Medical School and often attend events there. Detailed information on events can be seen on the Harvard Medical School Calendar.
HUPD & Safety
Harvard University Police Department
Longwood: 617-432-1212
Cambridge:617-495-1212
HUPD Website
Playing it Safe (HUPD Safety Guide)
Computers at HSPH
Computers and computing supplies (including printers, digital cameras, MP3 players, laptops, services and accessories) can be purchased through University Information Services.
The Information Technology Department also offers recommendations for computer specifications if you are purchasing or upgrading.