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Public Health Students at 2026 CPHA Conference
The department was strongly represented throughout the conference. Ten public health students presented a total of 14 posters, joined by MPH alumni and a current MPH student who delivered an oral presentation. Faculty and departmental researchers also contributed to the program, offering a range of presentations that provided valuable public health insights to the community. To...Continue reading→
Munch and Mingle: Let’s Talk Public Health
Register here Join the UConn Department of Public Health Sciences and Allied Health Sciences for a casual and engaging lunch event designed for students interested in health-related careers. This gathering creates a welcoming space to meet fellow students, share ideas, and explore how public health connects to many different health professions. During the event, students...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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