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Inspiring the Next Generation: MPH Alumni host mentoring event for CT high schools
UConn Health recently welcomed high school students from across Hartford for a dynamic and inspiring on-campus experience, marking the conclusion of a 10-week mentorship program under the Cato T. Laurencin Mentoring Programs. The program paired UConn Health (UCH) students with students from Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy (HMTCA), creating opportunities for mentorship, academic support, and...Continue reading→
Hands-On Public Health: UConn MPH Volunteers Support Gather55’s Community Mission
This week, members of our administrative team and graduate assistants took part in a hands-on volunteer experience at Gather55, a Hartford-based restaurant with a mission rooted in community and dignity. Powered by Hands On Hartford, Gather55 is more than a dining space—it’s a community-centered initiative designed to connect people through food while addressing food insecurity....Continue reading→
Spring Cleaning Donation Drive
This season, our department is proud to support 3 impactful initiatives dedicated to serving CT residents: Community Service Officer Jim Barrett’s Homeless Outreach Program, Hands On Hartford, and Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants. As warmer months arrive, and financial instability continues to rise, community support is more important than ever. About Community Service Officers...Continue reading→
Proud to see the impact of mentorship in action at @uconnhealth 💙
This past week, MPH alumni Raquel Rosa and Chelsea Erem joined a meaningful milestone event celebrating the conclusion of a 10-week program within the Cato T. Laurencin Mentoring Programs.
Through this initiative, UConn Health students mentored high school students from Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy (HMTCA) and Princeton Technical High.
During their visit, students explored UConn Health through:
- A guided campus tour
- Student and faculty research presentations
- Hands-on experience in the simulation lab
- Opportunities to connect with current UConn Health students
#PublicHealth #MPHAlumni #MentorshipMatters #UConnHealth #HartfordCT #FutureLeaders
This week, our admin team and graduate assistants stepped out of the classroom and into the community.
They volunteered at Gather55, a restaurant where every meal helps fight food insecurity and bring people together. From prepping in the kitchen to serving meals and supporting guests, they experienced public health in action—meeting people where they are and supporting initiatives that create real impact.
Opportunities like this reflect our program’s commitment to building partnerships, promoting wellness as a fundamental right, and engaging meaningfully with the communities we serve.
💙 Thank you to @gather55restaraunt and @handsonhartford for the opportunity to give back
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Your Dose of Public Health is our new Linkedin Newsletter. You will be able to look at UConn’s Department of Public Health Sciences, featuring student stories, faculty research, program updates, and more.
See what we’re working on and where public health can take you.
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Warmer days = giving back 💛
We need your help with donating the items below!
Clothing
Non-perishable food
Hygiene products
and more
We’re working with @handsonhartford + @ciri_ct + Officer Barrett at the Hartford Police Dept. to get these items directly into the community where they’re needed most.
➡️ Swipe to see how you can donate
🔗 Learn more: link in bio
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Which public health issue matters most to you?
Our MPH students tackled:
✔️ Birth control access
✔️ Chronic disease & cancer
✔️ Health equity for farmworkers
💡 See how research turns into real-world change.
#PublicHealthMatters #MPH #UConnHealth
Our Public Health students showcased their passion and purpose as they presented powerful research at the poster session. Check out some the moments captured last Friday.
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Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make. 💙
Commencement marked a powerful milestone as our graduates crossed the stage and stepped into the next chapter as public health leaders. Your passion, resilience, and commitment to improving communities inspire us every day.
Furthermore, students, their mentors, and families gathered to celebrate their hard work for the grad dinner. We were proud to recognize students for their academic achievements and significant contributions to public health.
Stay tuned for more highlights and photos from our poster session!
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