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International Students’ Orientation

Moontaka Tuba

Senior Manager

Legal, Administration and Education

15/10/2022

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Welcome

Greetings and a warm welcome from BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (BRAC JPGSPH), BRAC University!

    • Diverse community backgrounds and outlooks of JPGSPH
    • Regular interaction and feedback
    • We welcome and encourage open and productive dialogue that brings out positive changes

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About us

  • BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (BRAC JPGSPH) was founded in August 2004 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

  • The School was named after Late James P Grant (1922 – 1995) who was one of the most distinguished executive directors of UNICEF.

  • The School was co- founded by BRAC, the world’s largest NGO.

  • The School is dedicated to contributing to public health by creating public health leaders and innovative solutions through cutting-edge and experiential Education, Training, Research and Advocacy

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Location: Medona Tower, 28 Mohakhali Commercial Area, Bir Uttom A K Khandakar Road, Dhaka-1213, Bangladesh

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Person of contact

  • Moontaka Tuba, Senior Manager, Legal, Administration and Education

Email: moontaka.tuba@bracu.ac.bd

  • Enam Hasib, Deputy Director, MPH & Government Liaison

Email: enam.hasib@bracu.ac.bd

  • Supervisor/Teaching fellow

  • Colleagues/Classmates

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Disclaimer

  • Possession and consumption of illicit drugs and alcohol is strictly prohibited in any residential facility provided by the School and in office premises. Possessing, using, manufacturing, distributing or selling drugs or alcoholic beverages on campus is strictly prohibited and is a violation of University policy.

  • Any student found guilty via due process with be subject to strict disciplinary sanctions, which may result in expulsion from the School premises.

  • The School and BRAC University are politically neutral institutions and therefore political activities based on national or international politics are strongly discouraged.

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Intellectual Property

  • All data shared during your visit and short course belongs to the School

  • Do not publish Scientific Article from any materials received without informing your respective supervisor and us

  • You are encouraged to write blogs under your supervisors' supervision 

  • You need to follow JPGSPH Publication Policy

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Cultural Norms

    • Religion

    • Hospitality

    • Smoking and drinking in public places

    • Public display of affection

    • Clothes/Attire

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Basic Responsibilities

  • Communication

  • Punctuality

  • Understanding your deliverables

  • Staying connected with your supervisors

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Field Visit

  • Security

  • Attire

  • Etiquette

  • Communication

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Communication is the KEY!!!

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Question?

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Thank You

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