PhD student Victor Soupene focuses on worker health and safety

Victor Soupene, a PhD candidate in epidemiology, recently discussed his research on why certain occupations are at higher risk for suicide, his summer internship with the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control at the CDC, and other opportunities he's had as a student. Published August 24, 2023

Video: Students participate in Day of Service

Community engagement is a core public health principle and our new cohort of graduate students gets to experience that first-hand each year by participating in our annual Day of Service; creating connections and building bonds with the community and with each other. Published August 23, 2023

Alumna Michelle Niermann named to COO of UnityPoint Health – East Division

UnityPoint Health has appointed Michelle Niermann (94MA) as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for its East Division. In this elevated enterprise role, Niermann will oversee operations at UnityPoint Health hospitals in Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, Dubuque, Quad Cities, and Madison, WI.  Published August 23, 2023

2023 Outstanding Alumni Award Recipients

The University of Iowa College of Public Health is pleased to announce the recipients of the college’s 2023 Outstanding Alumni Awards: Carla Britton and Kelsey Feller. All are invited to attend the awards presentation and discussion with the recipients on Wednesday, Sept. 13.  Published August 23, 2023

Q&A with alumna Lena Thompson: Developing culturally informed practices to meet Native Elders’ health needs

Alumna Lena Thompson (14MPH, 23PhD) shares some of her experiences working alongside others to enhance Native Elders’ health and adapting programs to be more culturally responsive. Published August 22, 2023

Study finds telehealth services fill health care gaps for rural schools

A new study from University of Iowa researchers shows telehealth services provide valuable support to rural schools and students. Published August 17, 2023

Check the BMindful calendar as you plan events

BMindful is an initiative that supports the needs of diverse communities by providing a list of the dates of holy days of major religious faiths for five years into the future. Event planners can avoid those dates when scheduling events and colleagues can be supportive of those who celebrate them.  Published August 17, 2023

Reintroducing the CPH Spotlight Series

The college's revamped “Spotlight Series” events are a great way to learn about public health topics and build community among faculty, staff, and students. Spotlights are typically held on Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:20 p.m. Check out the current lineup of fall events and find out how to suggest a future topic. Published August 16, 2023

Building Multidisciplinary Global Health Collaborations

The Iowa Global Health Network event, "Building Multidisciplinary Global Health Collaborations: Connecting Ideas, Values, and People," centers on a week-long visit in September by Dr. Nada Melhem, professor of infectious diseases and microbiology at the American University of Beirut. Events open to the public take place Sept. 12 and 13 and include two lectures, a film screening and discussion, and a presentation.  Published August 16, 2023

Janssen provides reminders for kids and lawn mower safety

Brandi Janssen, director of Iowa’s Center for Agricultural Safety and Health at the University of Iowa College of Public Health, provides reminders for children's safety when lawn mowers are in use. (Iowa Farmer Today) Published August 16, 2023