Center of Health Projects and Initiatives
Our Services
The Crew
The Crew is a student internship program that provides an exciting opportunity for NEIU students to explore, get involved, and learn from real-life health experiences.
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Skill Badge Program
We are proud to offer events throughout the year where students, staff, faculty, and the Chicago community can earn skill badges. The virtual badges not only boost your skills, but badges can be displayed to others on your social media, resume and LinkedIn page! Start Earning Your Badges Today!
The Horizon
The Horizon covers health news and other health topics within the Chicago community. Tune in as we unpack health disparities and hear from leaders across our city in their fight for health equity.
ChicagoCHEC
The Chicago Cancer Health Equity Collaborative (ChicagoCHEC) is a National Cancer Institute partnership led by Northeastern Illinois University, Northwestern University, and the University of Illinois at Chicago. Learn More
The Center of Health's Research & Statistical Services
We offer comprehensive statistical consultation, teaching, and computational services to faculty, staff, and students across the NEIU community as well as trainees, coordinators, and scholars from other institutions, agencies, or companies. Request a Quote and Learn More
Virtual Study Halls with ADDA Achieve
A collaborative project between the Attention Deficit Disorder Association and Northeastern Illinois University. What started as a small pilot program for ADHD students at NEIU has now expanded to offer virtual study halls for all NEIU students. Learn More
Our Events
Women In Science
Women in Science started as our annual conference celebrating the outstanding women who dedicate their lives to the sciences. But why celebrate only once a year? We don't! Read empowering stories from local women, sign up for conference updates, and give back by purchasing Women in Science accessories. Support Local Women
Math Modeling Workshops
NEIU students, faculty, alumni, and other professionals are encouraged to participate in this workshop designed to provide participants with hands-on experience in interdisciplinary quantitative analysis relating to health. Learn More.
Summer Data Camp Challenge
The Summer Data Camp Challenge is a 15-session virtual data boot camp that takes place annually during the summer semester. The camp covers foundational material in Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, and Biostatistics, and uses programs such as R Studio and Excel. Learn More.
Datathon
The Datathon is a 2-day data science competition and collaborative event where teams combine their skills, analyze datasets provided to them, and present their findings to a panel of judges. The Datathon is free to participate in and is open to all NEIU students, including Graduate students. Prizes are awarded to the first, second, and third-place teams, and all participants will receive a badge. Learn More.