Online Program
In June 2026, SISMID offers five online modules. Asynchronous content will open on Monday, June 15, providing a mix of video lectures, readings, and exercises for students to prepare. Students will also be able to communicate with instructors and TAs through Slack.
Each online module includes two afternoons of live virtual labs with the instructional team. Modules are offered in two blocks:
- Block 1 labs: June 22–23
- Block 2 labs: June 25–26
Students will attend only the lab days associated with the module(s) they select, with a maximum enrollment of two online modules. Lab sessions emphasize hands-on coding practice and close interaction with instructors.
Due to tax restrictions, online modules are available only to learners in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Click module titles below for more information.
2026 Online Modules
*Spatial and Metapopulation Modeling labs will meet earlier in the day than other modules, with virtual labs from 10:30am - 12:00pm ET and 12:30pm - 2:00pm ET.
Online Lab Schedule
| Time | Monday, June 22, 2026 | Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | Thursday, June 25, 2026 | Friday, June 26, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 - 2:30pm ET | Lab 1 | Lab 3 | Optional Professional Development |
Lab 1 | Lab 3 |
| 2:30 - 3:00pm ET | Break | Break | -- | Break | Break |
| 3:00 - 4:30pm ET | Lab 2 | Lab 4 | Optional Professional Development |
Lab 2 | Lab 4 |
Online Professional Development
On the Wednesday between the online modules, all online registrants are welcome to attend optional, synchronous professional development sessions. These sessions allow participants to hear from and ask questions of invited experts on topics such as career development, communication, coding tools, and fellowship opportunities.