Empowering Health Communicators
Health care is a rapidly growing and ever-evolving field that relies on skilled communications professionals to craft and disseminate messages with clarity and authority on topics that influence public and personal health. From significant contributions in disease prevention, to groundbreaking campaigns in health awareness, and through efforts to improve doctor/ patient relations, Health Communicators are in demand and critical to the facilitation of public awareness and understanding of health care issues. The Boston University Online Master of Science in Health Communication program is designed to shape progressive Health Communicators, equipping them with the tools needed to effectively impact public and personal health literacy.
Faculty Spotlight
Courses: The Biology of Disease (MET HC 752)
Dr. Jean van Seventer is an Associate Professor of Environmental Health at Boston University School of Public Health. Prior to teaching at BU, Dr. van Seventer earned her V.M.D. from University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine and worked as a small animal practitioner. She also served as a Research Fellow in Pathology at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Dr. van Seventer’s ongoing research projects focus on human autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis and lupus.
Health Communication Spotlight
Master of Science in Health Communication Video
View a video about Boston University's Master of Science in Health Communication narrated by the program co-coordinators, Dr. Domenic Screnci and Professor Steve Quigley.
Meet Our Accomplished Facilitators
Read about a few of the course facilitators who provide support and guidance to students enrolled in the Master of Science in Health Communication program.
Health Communication In Action:
Highlights of effective health communication at work from faculty and students in the Boston University Master of Science in Health Communication program.
10.17.11 – Steve Quigley Named PRSA Outstanding Educator of the Year
Steve Quigley, professor and academic co-coordinator for the MSHC online program, was honored with the 2011 Outstanding Educator of the Year Award from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).
5.18.11 – Professor Wayne LaMorte Wins Prestigious Metcalf Award
Wayne LaMorte, professor of epidemiology for the Master of Science in Health Communication program, is the recipient of Boston University’s prestigious Metcalf Award.
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Career Spotlight
As the health care industry continues to grow, there are more and more career opportunities available for specialized health communicators.
This month's job feature: Health Program Planning Manager
The Health Program Planning Manager manages all planning and coordination of health education programs for a hospital or other health care provider. This role is responsible for creating and executing wellness campaigns and building relationships with the public and other organizations.
Learn more about this career path and many others.
