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Inside the 2026 MPH Poster Session: Student Research Making an Impact
The 2026 Master of Public Health (MPH) Poster Session showcased the breadth, depth, and real-world impact of student research at UConn. From improving healthcare access to advancing chronic disease research, students presented projects that reflect both the challenges and opportunities facing public health today. Research That Meets Real-World Needs Students explored a wide range of...Continue reading→
Congrats to class of 2026!
Celebrating the Class of 2026: From Research to Recognition to Commencement The Department of Public Health Sciences proudly celebrated the Class of 2026 with a series of events that highlighted their hard work, achievements, and bright futures ahead. The celebration began with the annual poster session, where students presented their research and shared the innovative...Continue reading→
From Classroom to Community: Public Health Nutrition Students Drive Local Impact in Hartford
Public Health Nutrition students at UConn Health are gaining hands‑on, community‑centered experience thanks to Dr. Angela Bermúdez‑Milán’s innovative approach to teaching public health practice. Through a partnership with the Keney Park Sustainability Project and local health programs, students are applying classroom learning directly to real community needs. In her Public Health Nutrition course, Dr. Bermúdez‑Milán...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.
#PublicHealth #Research #UConnStudents
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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