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The School of Public Health is pleased to announce Alejandro Varela as this year's recipient of the Alumni of Impact Award. This prestigious award recognizes alumni who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in the field of public health and have made significant contributions to their communities.
UW SPH has been ranked No. 5 among public health graduate schools in the U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2023
Undergraduate and graduate public health students are among the 100 students honored university-wide for making the most of their time at the UW
In this Q&A, graduate student Tina Mensa-Kwao shares why she’s passionate about global health, her research efforts and its potential impact, her future goals as a professional, and advice for new students.
MPH students have been engaging with rural communities through their practicums. They’ve been learning about the challenges they face while collaborating on solutions to address health disparities.
Dr. Stephen Bezruchka, School of Public Health faculty, presents an insightful and thought-provoking webinar on the impact of inequality on health outcomes, with a specific focus on US health status.
Students Olena Bidovanets and Olga Vitruk have been supporting the health of Ukrainians both abroad and locally as part of their practicum experience this past year at the UW, as war left a mark upon the physical and mental health of millions.
Together, we can center community voices to address structural racism
Together, researchers and communities improve air quality across Washington state
Community trust and health infrastructure are necessary to prepare for future public health crises
Together, we can create a more equitable, resilient and economically viable food system
Together, we can heal from the trauma of COVID-19
As several states restrict access to gender-affirming care, researchers, practitioners and students share its importance to trans youths’ mental health
Together, we can help interpret cold-case forensic samples using more advanced statistical analysis
School of Public Health alumna turns personal experiences and education into advocacy and action for UW custodians