News & Events
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→
12th Week- Spring 2026 – Wednesday Night Session
As part of the Spring 2026 12th Week Enrichment series, and during National Public Health Week (April 6 to 12), MPH students gathered Wednesday evening for a program focused on reflection, learning, and accountability in health systems. The evening began with a Student Advisory Session, providing MPH students the opportunity to meet with faculty advisors,...Continue reading→
2026 Commencement Student Speaker: Michael Raizin
We are proud to announce one of stellar students, Michael Raizin, will be speaking at the 2026 Graduation Commencement Ceremony. He recently has given an interview that is featured on UConn Today. Read the article here
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→
What Is Applied Public Health?
What “Applied” Really Means Within Our Program Public health careers in the 21st century demand proficiency interprofessional collaboration, encompassing skills relevant to system-level strategies addressing health within the context of our environment and social structures. Our program’s distinct concentration on Interprofessional Public Health Practice brings medical, dental, social work, law, pharmacy and public health students together...Continue reading→
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→