The Social subcommittee is responsible for promoting the social interaction of NIH
fellows. These include three categories of events:
- FelCom Friday — monthly happy hours at local bars or restaurants usually held
on the first Friday of each month. FelCom Fridays generally start at 5:30 p.m.
and are open to all NIH fellows, other fellows, co-workers, friends, and family.
Flyers are distributed by email on Fellow-L and individual IC email lists the week
before the event. Balloons are usually brought to the happy hour to mark the
FelCom gathering.
- Annual Fellows Social — This annual party is usually held in the fall on a Friday
night at the FAES house. It is open to all NIH fellows, other fellows, faculty, co-
workers, friends, and family. A minimal admission fee is typically charged to
cover expenses.
- Other social activities — The social subcommittee also organizes other activities
at various times throughout the year. Past events have included Ten-Pin Bowling
Night. We are always open to suggestions from fellows!
Links for social activities around Bethesda and Washington, DC: