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Professional Toolkit Giveaway – Enter for a chance to win
Over the next four weeks, the Department of Public Health Sciences is running a social media campaign called What Is in Your Health Professional Toolkit? Each week takes up one part of the question, and we are asking students to weigh in — not just to read along. If you are studying public health, allied health sciences,... Continue reading→
Every Great Health Career Starts with a Toolkit
This August, we invite you to think about what belongs in your own Health Professional Toolkit. Whether you’re interested in public health, nursing, pre-med, exercise science, psychology, healthcare administration, nutrition, or another health-related field, there are many paths to creating impact. Follow us on all our platforms below for a chance to win ur Back-to-School... Continue reading→
Beyond the Classroom: The Power of Community Engagement
Public health education extends far beyond lectures and textbooks. In this article, we explore how community engagement experiences—from volunteer initiatives and service-learning opportunities to partnerships with local organizations—help prepare future public health professionals to address real-world challenges. By working directly with communities, students gain valuable skills in leadership, cultural humility, communication, and advocacy while making... Continue reading→
PHS Supports CIRI Through Community Donation Effort
The Department of Public Health Sciences recently had the opportunity to give back to the community through a donation initiative benefiting the Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI). Thanks to the generosity of the UConn School of Dental Medicine, our department delivered nearly 800 dental hygiene products, including toothbrushes, toothpaste, and floss, to... Continue reading→
Dr. Youngji Jo Awarded NIH K01 to Advance Chronic Disease Care
Dr. Youngji Jo, Assistant Professor in Public Health Sciences, was awarded a K01 titled “Evaluating the Impact of Integrated and Differentiated HIV–NCD Service Delivery through Mathematical Modeling.” The project develops a behavior- and systems-aware model to evaluate integrated service delivery for multimorbidity management. Drawing on the Center for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ)’s large... Continue reading→
Not all MPH programs are built the same
If you’re considering a Master of Public Health (MPH), you’ve probably already looked at course lists, admissions requirements, and career options. But there are a few realities about MPH programs that aren’t always obvious when you’re researching schools. Choosing the right program can shape your professional network, career opportunities, and overall graduate school experience. Before... Continue reading→