Plugged in to Public Health: Challenges and opportunities in rural health with Dr. Alana Knudson

In this episode, Tristan and Victor host a discussion with Dr. Alana Knudson, director and Senior Fellow at the NORC Walsh Center for Rural Health Analysis. Dr. Knudson has dedicated her career to addressing gaps in health access, policy development, and capacity building in rural communities. Published March 13, 2025

Carol S. Gleich Development Award recipients announced

Congratulations to the latest recipients of the Dr. Carol S. Gleich Development Award! This award is available to faculty members and graduate students in the College of Public Health to support travel expenses to perform an official function at a national or international meeting. See the latest recipients. Published March 13, 2025

Join the CPH team for NAMIWalks

The Graduate Student Ambassadors invite all CPH students, faculty, staff, and their friends and family to join the "CPH for Mental Health" team at the NAMIWalks event on Saturday, May 10. Find out how to register for or donate to the walk.  Published March 12, 2025

Allison Darling: Working at the intersection of public health, sustainability, and advocacy

Allison Darling is a second-year Master of Public Health student with an interest in the built environment and its impact on health, safety, and well-being. She recently answered a few questions about her work in this area, her current practicum experience, and her future plans. Published March 12, 2025

CPH students take top honors in spring IdeaStorm competition

Congratulations to CPH students Linnea Rietz and Megan Mindy, who earned first and second place in the spring IdeaStorm business pitch competition hosted by the University of Iowa’s John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center. Learn more about their winning pitches. Published March 11, 2025

L. Ruby Leung to discuss modeling climate science and Earth systems

L. Ruby Leung, an atmospheric scientist internationally recognized in Earth systems modeling and hydrologic processes, will be the University of Iowa's inaugural "Leaders in Discovery" speaker on April 14. The lecture will focus on cutting-edge modeling techniques and her work on predictions of rainfall and atmospheric dynamics, including its implications for Iowa and the world.  Published March 11, 2025

Mark your calendar for the Iowa Disability Film Festival

The College of Public Health is a sponsor of the 2025 Iowa Disability Film Festival, taking place at Film Scene in Iowa City March 27-29. The festival showcases award-winning films by and about people with disabilities. All films are presented with open captions, ASL interpreters, and descriptive audio. All films are pay-what-you-can and general admission. A full lineup of films is available online. Published March 7, 2025

Sara E. Miller advances UI dental science research

Alumna Sara E. Miller (17MPH), research manager in the Iowa Institute for Oral Health Research in the College of Dentistry and Dental Clinic, has played a critical role in advancing dental science and improving public health, ultimately benefiting countless individuals, during her time at the University of Iowa.  Published March 6, 2025

BLN 2025 Community Grants announced

The College of Public Health and its Business Leadership Network (BLN) recently announced that five Iowa community organizations will be recipients of grant funding through the BLN’s Community Grant Program. The communities include Burlington, Fort Dodge, Hiawatha, Marshalltown, and Mason City.  Published March 6, 2025

Student Maanya Pandey fights period poverty in Iowa

Maanya Pandey is a junior majoring in public health at the University of Iowa. She’s also the founder and president of Love For Red, a nonprofit she began when she was 15 to help address period poverty in Iowa. Several news outlets have highlighted her recent work. Published March 5, 2025