Morehouse School of Medicine News February 1, 2018 Morehouse School of Medicine Launches New Online Programs Two master's degrees, certificate program available For the first time, Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) students can earn degrees or a certificate remotely, choosing from among an Executive Master of Public Health (eMPH), Hybrid Master of Science in Biomedical Technology and a certificate in the Process of Drug Development, all now available online. The eMPH, an innovative 18-month program focused on community health policy and leadership that supports MSM's social mission, is intended for working professionals with a bachelor's degree. The course is conducted predominantly online, requiring only one campus visit. The Hybrid Master of Science in Biomedical Technology requires 39 credit hours and may be completed entirely online. The program develops students' technical knowledge in biomedical research methods. An apprenticeship is also required. The Process of Drug Development Certificate provides students insight into the drug discovery and development process and helps them advance in their careers. The courses are 100 percent online and available on demand, enabling students to study at their own pace. "Students are allowed the freedom of learning without the limitations of geographical location or time. Furthermore, online learning will allow students to access the rigorous education MSM has traditionally provided on campus," said Martha Elks, M.D., Ph.D.<http://www.msm.edu/about_us/FacultyDirectory/MedicalEducation/MarthaElks/index.php>, senior associate dean of Educational Affairs. "MSM's mission and efforts to advance health equity will be integrated throughout the curriculum, ensuring that students graduate having the same knowledge base as a traditional student." Applications open Feb. 1. Classes begin in fall 2018. All courses are pending SACSCOC<http://www.sacscoc.org/> approval. For more information about the programs and to find information sessions, please visit: www.msm.edu/online<http://www.msm.edu/online> SANDRA M. PHOENIX HBCU Library Alliance Executive Director Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library 111 James P. Brawley Drive SW Atlanta, GA 30314 404-978-2118 (office) 404-702-5854 (cell) http://www.hbculibraries.org/ sphoenix@hbculibraries.org<mailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org<mailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org%3cmailto:sphoenix@hbculibraries.org>> Honor the ancestors, honor the children. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hbculibraryalliance1/ and Twitter https://twitter.com/HBCULibAlliance Check out "PULSE!" The HBCU Library Alliance's News Source! - https://hbculibraryalliance.wordpress.com/