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MPH 12th Week Schedule – Spring 2026
This event series provides valuable opportunities for learning, connection, and professional development. Important Information: Attendance is mandatory for all MPH students. Faculty members are invited to participate in the virtual webinars on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Students must register for the Wednesday night in-person event using the registration form provided to track attendance. Event Schedule Tuesday,...Continue reading→
MPH Students, Alum & Faculty Present at UConn’s 2026 Health Equity Research Symposium
On March 26, UConn’s 2026 Health Equity Research Symposium & Poster Session brought together students, faculty, researchers, and community partners to explore how collaboration and applied frameworks can drive meaningful progress toward health equity. Rooted in the theme “Rooted in Connection: Co‑Creating Equity Through Collaboration,” the symposium emphasized translating equity principles into action across research,...Continue reading→
Careers in Public Health & Healthcare Event
Register here: https://shorturl.at/gOCNy The UConn Department of Public Health Sciences and Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills invite students from all majors to connect over lunch while discussing current public health topics and exploring future career paths. 📍 Lunch and drinks provided 🤝 Meet students interested in health careers 💡 Learn about public health...Continue reading→
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Join the UConn Department of Public Health Sciences and @uconnahs 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 will enjoy lunch while participating in icebreakers and conversations about current issues shaping public health today. Graduate Assistants from the UConn Master of Public Health (MPH) program will also share their personal journeys into public health, along with insights on preparing for graduate school and exploring career paths in the field.
The event will also introduce opportunities such as FastTrack and dual degree options, along with tips on academic advising and navigating the next steps in health-related education. To wrap up the session, students will participate in a short, interactive public health activity designed to spark discussion and encourage collaboration.
Whether you’re exploring career possibilities, considering graduate school, or simply curious about public health, this event offers a relaxed environment to learn, connect, and exchange ideas.
Lunch and drinks will be provided. All students are welcome.
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MPH students, faculty, and alumni were proud to participate in @uconn ’s 2026 Health Equity Research Symposium, a campus‑wide event centered on collaboration, community voice, and turning health equity frameworks into real‑world action.
Highlights included: Dr. Stacey Brown, Dr. Mayte Restrepo‑Ruiz, Dr. Samia Hussein, serving on the “Foundations of Health Equity: From Frameworks to Practice” panel. Furthermore, our MPH students presented research posters and participated in discussions bridging research and practice across public health and beyond.
These experiences reflect what applied public health looks like in action—and how our MPH community is preparing to lead equity‑driven change.
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Excited to announce our 12th Week Spring Schedule!
This is a fantastic opportunity for learning, networking, and professional development.
Join us for engaging virtual webinars on critical topics, including healthcare access and public data resources, as well as an in-person advisory session to connect with your peers and faculty. Remember, attendance is mandatory for all MPH students, and faculty are encouraged to participate.
Students please check your inbox to register for Wednesday`s event.
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Looking forward to seeing everyone there!
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Proud to have sponsored and host a table at the Black Family Wellness Expo! This powerful event brought the community together to address health disparities through free screenings, education, and resources. We were honored to hear families share their appreciation for UConn’s support—and to pass along healthy recipes from our department cookbook.
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What does “applied” mean in applied public health?
It’s more than a buzzword — it’s about turning knowledge into action, working with communities, and creating real‑world impact.
Our latest blog breaks it down:
✔️ What applied public health really is
✔️ The skills students build
✔️ How it leads to meaningful careers
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Inspiring the next generation of scientists ✨
Dr. Angela Bermúdez‑Millán, PhD, MPH took the stage as the keynote speaker at the 63rd CT High School Science & Humanities Symposium at UConn Health, sharing how research in public health nutrition can drive real‑world change—from addressing food insecurity to improving community health outcomes.
We’re proud to spotlight leadership that connects science, equity, and impact.
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The UConn Departments of Public Health Sciences and Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills invite students from all majors to connect over lunch while discussing current public health topics and exploring future career paths.
Thursday, April 2nd from 12:00pm to 2:00pm in Room HTB 216
📍 Lunch and drinks provided
🤝 Meet students interested in health careers
💡 Learn about public health pathways and graduate school
All students welcome.
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🩺 Public health begins with what we cultivate.
At the 2026 CPHA Conference, our Department of Public Health Sciences brought the theme People. Purpose. Progress. to life—sharing seed packets, a faculty‑created garden‑to‑table cookbook, and powerful research from our students, alumni, and faculty. From poster presentations to community connection, PHS was proud to be strongly represented throughout the conference.
🎥 Watch the highlights in our latest video and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay connected to the work shaping healthier communities.
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