As the academic year comes to a close, the Department of Public Health Sciences at UConn reflects on a vibrant and impactful spring semester—one marked by student achievement, faculty innovation, and deep community engagement.
This issue of our Spring 2026 newsletter highlights the many ways our community continues to advance public health both within and beyond the classroom.
Celebrating Our Graduates
We proudly recognized the Class of 2026 through a series of milestone events, including the annual poster session, graduation dinner, and commencement ceremony. These moments honored not only academic achievement, but also the real-world impact our graduates are already making in their communities and beyond.
Advancing Research & Innovation
Faculty and research teams continued to push the field forward this semester, tackling critical issues such as adolescent sleep health, treatment-resistant depression, environmental air quality, and data-driven public health policy.
From nationally recognized publications to collaborative grant-funded projects, these efforts reflect our commitment to improving population health through evidence-based solutions.
Public Health in Action
Our students, faculty, and staff remained deeply engaged in the community, participating in events such as the Black Family Wellness Expo, WishFest, and volunteer initiatives with organizations like Hands on Hartford.
These experiences bring public health to life—connecting education, service, and advocacy in meaningful ways.
Student Growth & Leadership
This semester also showcased student leadership through research symposia, enrichment programming, community-based learning, and new initiatives like Munch & Mingle.
From mentoring high school students to presenting equity-focused research, our students continue to lead with purpose and impact.
As we move into the summer season, this issue is a reminder that public health is not just a discipline—it’s a community built on collaboration, resilience, and care for one another.
We invite you to explore the full newsletter and celebrate the people and work shaping healthier futures.