UTMB Announcements for 5/16/2025
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UTMB Pediatrics Grand Rounds | |
First Published 5/16/2025 | |
UTMB Pediatric Grand Rounds Friday, May 23, 2025, 8-9 a.m. (Central Time) Donna Mendez, MD, EdD Clinical Professor Pediatric Emergency Medicine Department of Pediatrics & Emergency Medicine
The University of Texas Medical Branch Pediatric Emergencies Objectives:Following the session, participants should be able to:
Virtual: Microsoft Teams Meeting ID: 212 380 989 424 4; Passcode: Sw3qe285 |
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Contact: Email: Blanca Araujo For: Department of Pediatrics Phone: 409-772-0192 | |
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TODAY from 12 to 1 PM - Join us in celebrating UTMB Standardized Patient Program's ASPE Accreditation | |
First Published 5/16/2025 | |
We are thrilled to announce that the UTMB Standardized Patient (SP) Program located in the Health Education Center (HEC) has achieved full accreditation from the Association of SP Educators (ASPE) in human simulation. This prestigious recognition highlights our institution's dedication to excellence in healthcare education.
With this accomplishment, UTMB becomes one of the first institutions to receive this distinguished recognition, being among the select few invited to apply and successfully attain full accreditation in ASPE's inaugural review process.
We invite you to join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement and recognizing the collective efforts that made it possible.
Date: Friday, May 16, 2025
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location: Health Education Center, 301 11th Street, Galveston, TX 77555
Room: 1.202
Light refreshments will be served.
Please RSVP here.
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Contact: Email: Linda Martell For: Health Education Center Phone: 409-266-0003 | |
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Medical Waste Management - Notice of Non-Compliance: Don’t Get Rejected! | |
First Published 5/16/2025 | |
Don't get rejected! Environmental Services uses yellow rejection checklists to communicate deficiencies when collecting closed medical waste boxes. If a medical waste box does not meet the packaging requirements outlined in EHS Policy 08.01.16 - Medical Waste Guidance, it will be rejected. The responsible employees must bring the package into compliance by addressing the noted issue(s). Avoid rejection and always ensure medical waste boxes meet weight restrictions, are properly closed and labeled, and contain adequate absorbent or solidifiers to protect against leaks. |
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Contact: Email: Kevin Hebert For: Environmental Health and Safety Phone: 409-772-8494 | |
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LAST DAY IN GALVESTON FOR GRACE ANNA’S BOUTIQUE!!! | |
First Published 5/16/2025 | |
TODAY IS THE LAST DAY IN GALVESTON FOR GRACE ANNA’S BOUTIQUE!!!
Grace Anna’s Boutique offers $6. jewelry and much more – including necklace sets, rings, bracelets, earrings, fashion accessories, scarves, dresses, tops, electronics, and more.
They’re also having a Lavish Linens Sale to include sheet sets and bamboo pillows.
FRIDAY, MAY 16TH 7:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
JENNIE SEALY HOSPITAL – 2ND FLOOR BETWEEN P.J.’s COFFEE AND THE CSW
Cash, debit cards, and credit cards are all accepted.
Proceeds benefit patient and volunteer programs. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!
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Contact: Email: Mary Moody For: Volunteer Services Phone: (409) 772-2549 | |
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BEYOND BLING BOUTIQUE WILL BE IN LEAGUE CITY MONDAY, TUESDAY, AND WEDNESDAY! | |
First Published 5/16/2025 | |
Come out and meet our newest vendor to UTMB Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the League City campus!
Beyond Bling Boutique offers lots of bling fashion jewelry ranging from $3.00 - $25.00, including bracelets, charm necklaces, rings, earrings, fashion headbands, bows, freshies, diffusers (for your car), and wristlets.
MONDAY, MAY 19TH 9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
TUESDAY, MAY 20TH 9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
FRIDAY, MAY 21ST 9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
LEAGUE CITY CAMPUS (CLINIC SIDE) - 1ST FLOOR
Credit cards, Debit cards, Cash App, and Venmo are accepted.
Proceeds benefit Patient and Volunteer programs. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!
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Contact: Email: Mary Moody For: Volunteer Services Phone: (409) 772-2549 | |
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Roberto Logroño, M.D. Lectureship for Professionalism in Healthcare and Award Ceremony | |
First Published 5/16/2025 | |
M. Kathleen Murphy, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN
Cordially invite you to the Honoring
Brian J. McKinnon, M.D., M.B.A., M.P.H., F.A.C.S.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Reception Immediately Following Please contact Angela Culler with questions at anculler@utmb.edu |
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Contact: Email: Angela Culler For: Center for Biodefense & Emerging Infectious Diseases Phone: 72464 Fax: 70762 | |
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ITS will be upgrading FMS PeopleSoft to 8.61.08 starting on Friday, May 16 at 9:00pm - Sunday, May 18th at 8:00pm | |
First Published 5/16/2025 | |
ITS will be upgrading FMS PeopleSoft to 8.61.08 starting on Friday, May 16 at 9:00PM through the weekend Sunday, May 18th at 8:00PM. The system will be unavailable during this time.
Please contact the ITS Service Desk with any questions at
CC# 55043
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Contact: Email: IS Help For: ITS-AdminSyst-PS FMS_HCM Phone: 409-772-5200 | |
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CBEID Research Retreat Interest Survey—Respond by May 23 | |
First Published 5/16/2025 | |
The Center for Biodefense and Emerging Infectious Diseases
The Center for Biodefense and Emerging Infectious Diseases (CBEID) is excited to begin planning a research retreat in the coming
The purpose of this retreat is to bring together faculty from across infectious diseases and related disciplines, including pathology,
To help us understand interest levels and identify the most
valuable discussions and activities, we’ve created a short survey:
The survey should only take a few minutes to complete. Your feedback will be essential in helping us determine the retreat’s Please submit your response by Friday, May 23 to ensure your input is considered in the planning process. We look forward to the opportunity to come together for a productive and engaging retreat. |
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Contact: Email: Angela Culler For: Center for Biodefense & Emerging Infectious Diseases Phone: 72464 Fax: 70762 | |
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GSBS HPTM Final Examination - Chapman | |
First Published 5/16/2025 | |
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
Announces
The Final Examination of
HOLLY CHAPMAN
For the Degree of
Doctor of Philosophy
May 22, 2025
12:00 PM
HEC 3.200
TITLE OF DISSERTATION
“MAPping” AND TRANSLATING CORTICOACCUMBENS CIRCUIT DYNAMICS THAT ENCODE IMPULSIVITY AND RELAPSE VULNERABILITY IN COCAINE USE DISORDER
SUPERVISORY COMMITTEE
Chair: Noelle Anastasio, PhD, Associate Professor, Pharmacology and Toxicology Graduate Program, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
Kathryn Cunningham, PhD, Professor, Human Pathophysiology and Translational Medicine Graduate Program, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
Jonathan Hommel, PhD, Associate Professor, Human Pathophysiology and Translational Medicine Graduate Program, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
Gisela Camacho-Hernandez, PhD, Assistant Professor, Human
Pathophysiology and Translational Medicine, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.
Consuelo Walss-Bass, PhD, Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, TX.
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Contact: Email: Christen Powers For: GSBS Phone: 4097722668 | |
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One Week Only UTMB Optical Shop Special! May 12 – May 16 | |
First Published 5/15/2025 | |
🌸 Spring Into Style – One Week Only! 🌸
Spring Sale: May 12 – May 16
👓 40% OFF ALL EYEWEAR
🛍️ Stop by our optical shops: 📌 Terms and conditions apply. Complete pair purchase required. Cannot be combined with insurance Visit with our Opticians for details! ✨ Fresh frames, stylish savings—only for one week! Mark your calendar and swing by May 12–16! 😎🕶️ Need an appointment with one of our eyecare professionals? Call 409-747-5800 |
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Contact: Email: University Optical For: UTMB Ophthalmology Phone: 409-747-5823 | |
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Call for Abstracts: CTD-SPECTRE 2nd Annual Symposium | |
First Published 5/14/2025 | |
Call for Abstracts: CTD-SPECTRE 2nd Annual Symposium Submit your work for presentation at this year’s CTD-SPECTRE Symposium, happening September 16–19, 2025, at the Grand Galvez, Galveston, TX. We welcome abstracts from all disciplines involved in clinical and translational research in Tropical and Emerging Infectious Diseases (e.g., medical, research, social sciences, public health, health professions).
🎓Open to students, trainees, postdocs, and early-career investigators 📢Submission Deadline August 19, 2025 |
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Contact: Email: Ada Jagape Sison For: Center for Tropical Diseases Phone: 409-747-1804 | |
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FY26 Holiday Schedule Now Available | |
First Published 5/12/2025 | |
Holiday staffing needs can vary by department to ensure patient care and other support services. Employees are encouraged to check with their leader before each holiday to confirm the work status of their area. Please note:
To read more about UTMB’s institutional holidays, please see https://utmb.us/dxb. |
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Contact: Email: hremprel@utmb.edu For: Human Resources Phone: (409) 772-8696 | |
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Research Presentation Series: "Intro to Qualitative Research Methods" | |
First Published 5/14/2025 | |
UPCOMING PRESENTATION "Intro to Qualitative Research Methods" Please join us for the next in our series of presentations on scholarship and research directed toward medical and health professional students and young faculty members. Topic:“Intro to Qualitative Research Methods” Speaker: Jeff Susman, MD, Senior Associate Dean, John Sealy School of Medicine Date: Friday, May 16, 2025 Time: 12-1 PM Location: HEC, 3.222 Virtual Option:https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1605702517?pwd=geuM7NqFyMSW4ygzJWMpGYOQGOiFD1.1 Meeting ID: 160 570 2517 Passcode: 453603 Bring your bag lunch and enjoy a stimulating presentation with colleagues! Research resources: JSSOM Information for Medical Students Doing Research (utmb.edu) For more information, contact Dr. Jeffrey Susman, Sr. Associate Dean for Educational Performance, at jlsusman@utmb.edu |
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Contact: Email: Dr. Jeff Susman For: Office of Academic Affairs - John Sealy School of Medicine Phone: 409-772-3619 | |
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Institute for Translational Sciences Research Ethics Consultation Walk-In Studio | ||||||
First Published 5/12/2025 | ||||||
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Contact: Email: Kim Raschke For: Institute for Translational Sciences Phone: 409 772-5746 | ||||||
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ANGLETON DANBURY AUXILIARY MONTHLY BLOOD DRIVE | |
First Published 5/14/2025 | |
Donor Sign-Up Link: Here’s the link to sign up: https://www.commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/386743 |
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Contact: Email: Michael Washburn For: Wellness Center Phone: 9798489120 | |
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Hazard Mitigation Plan - Review & Feedback | |
First Published 5/13/2025 | |
UTMB has updated its Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP). Thank you for taking the survey and providing input in the drafting phase. The last major step for you (and the communities we serve) is to review the plan itself and provide feedback. While your comments & suggestions can be submitted indefinately via the website - UTMB will maintain the plan at least annually - we've set a soft deadline for June 9th, 2025, at which point we will submit the HMP to the Texas Department of Emergency Management. Thank you very much for your involvement in this process! |
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Contact: Email: Dylan Lancaster For: Institutional Preparedness Phone: 4097470682 | |
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Volunteers Needed for HPV Vaccine Study | |
First Published 5/14/2025 | |
We are currently recruiting female volunteers between the ages of 27 and 45 years old who have never received the HPV vaccine to participate in a clinical research trial. Reimbursement for time and travel is provided. Please contact Rosalina Trujillo at 409-747-5594 or rmtrujil@utmb.edufor more information. |
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Contact: Email: Rosalina Trujillo For: CIRWH Phone: 4097475594 | |
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National Police Week 2025 | |
First Published 5/15/2025 | |
National Police Week 2025May 11, 2025 - May 17, 2025 The UTMB Police Department is proud to celebrate National Police Week, which commenced on Sunday, May 11th and will conclude on Saturday, May 17th. Our dedicated officers are committed to ensuring a safe and secure campus environment and serving the UTMB community with distinction. This week, we encourage everyone to express their gratitude and appreciation for their unwavering service. What is National Police Week?National Police Week is a time for honor, remembrance, and peer support, providing an opportunity for law enforcement, survivors, and citizens to come together and pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. In 1962, President Kennedy designated May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which May 15th falls as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress, National Police Week recognizes the law enforcement officers who have lost their lives while protecting others. National Police Week is a collaborative effort involving numerous organizations dedicated to honoring America's law enforcement community. |
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Contact: Email: Kim Vaughn For: Police Phone: 409-772-0651 Fax: 409--772-0524 | |
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Exciting News: Epic’s Research Module Coming to UTMB on May 27, 2025! | |
First Published 5/15/2025 | |
Epic’s Research Module will be implemented at UTMB on May 27, 2025. This advanced tool is designed to seamlessly integrate clinical care and research, enhancing efficiency and improving patient-centered studies. The Epic Research Module will provide:
For additional information and resources, please reference the Epic Research Module Information |
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Contact: Email: Beth Hill For: Information Technology Services Phone: 4097473839 | |
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It's time to ELIMINATE frequent UTIs | |||||
First Published 5/15/2025 | |||||
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Contact: Email: Gabriela A Ybarra For: OBGYN Research Support Unit Phone: 4097474909 | |||||
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Texas celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day and Digital Accessibility! | |
First Published 5/15/2025 | |
May 15th marks the 14th anniversary of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). There are over 1 billion people with disabilities world-wide and this day is a reminder that we all can play a role in making electronic content accessible. What can you do to help?
Read more in the Governor's Bulletin: Celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day: Building a Digital World that Works for All. |
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Contact: Email: Valerie Hall For: Digital Accessibility Phone: 650-619-9687 | |
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Seeking healthy babies for Pneumococcal Vaccine | |
First Published 5/12/2025 | |
The Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences-Clinical Trials Program is seeking parents of infants possibly interested in participating in a clinical trial for a new multivalent pneumococcal investigational vaccine.
Participants must be healthy babies between 42 and 89 days old who have not yet had any of their pneumonia vaccines. This clinical trial will study whether the investigational vaccine may provide additional protection to the standard recommended pneumococcal vaccine currently available. Participating families will be compensated for their time and travel to appointments. This study will have at least 6 in person visits and lasts approximately 19 months.
Please contact: Milta Gilmore, LVN at (409)772-5278 email: mjgilmor@utmb.edu |
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Contact: Email: Milta Gilmore For: Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences Phone: (409) 772-5278 | |
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CMV Vaccine Study - RECRUITING NOW! | |
First Published 5/12/2025 | |
The Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences Clinical Trials Program is recruiting healthy volunteers who are 9-15 years of age for a cytomegalovirus vaccine clinical trial.
You may qualify if you: • Are 9-15 years old • Are in general good health • Are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding
Additional requirements apply, which the study team can discuss with you.
Reimbursement for time and travel is provided.
Please contact Cori Burkett-Merrifield at cmburket@utmb.edu or (409) 772-5426 for more information.
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Contact: Email: Cori Burkett-Merrifield For: Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences Phone: (409) 772-5426 | |
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