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Request for Mentors

The Epidemiology and Human Genetics Program within the Graduate Program in Life Sciences is looking for potential research rotation and thesis mentors for our incoming class of nine students. This program includes students in three tracks: epidemiology, molecular epidemiology, and human genetics. Please note that during their first fifteen months of enrollment, including their research rotation period, students are supported through Graduate Program in Life Sciences funds.

If you are interested in hosting a student for a research rotation or have any questions please contact Dr. Ann Gruber-Baldini, Program Director, or Jon Shinnick, Senior Academic Services Specialist.

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2025-2026 Student Handbook

All other forms are obtained by reaching out to Senior Academic Services Specialist, Jon Shinnick.

Course Proposals & Changes

All course proposals and changes are to be reviewed by the GPILS Curriculum Committee before they are submitted to the School of Graduate Studies. Questions and/ or completed forms should be directed to the Program Administrator, Elice García-Baca, MBA.

Assistance with Blackboard

Faculty and support staff that need assistance with Blackboard for a GPILS-related course can contact the Program Administrator, Elice García-Baca, MBA.

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