Convocation

Fifth Annual GUMC Convocation – Thursday, November 15, 2012

On Thursday, November 15, 2012, the Fifth Annual GUMC Convocation will bring together Georgetown University Medical Center faculty, students, and staff in a unified celebration of academic prowess, recognizing unique and outstanding achievements in research, education, and service.

This year’s recipient of the Cura Personalis medal and keynote speaker at Convocation will be John Ruffin, Ph.D., a leader in the field of health disparities. Please click here to view his full biography.

At Convocation, we will also recognize the achievements of faculty and students across GUMC.

Nomination for faculty research awards will be accepted through Friday, October 26 at 5pm. All GUMC faculty are invited to nominate their peers or themselves for the GUMC Leadership in Research Award and the GUMC Research Recognition Award.

This year’s Convocation events include a morning Colloquium on health disparities as well as the award ceremony and reception. All members of the GUMC community are welcome to attend the day’s activities.