/health/public-health/news/Recent posts from Public Health Newsen-usSun, 15 Jun 2025 02:10:09 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/health/public-health/news/2025/serc.aspxBeing safe from environmental risk is essential to our society, and three students from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) want to keep people focused on their personal well-being.KURT LOFTMon, 09 Jun 2025 14:14:18 USF trio makes impact at public health symposiumBeing safe from environmental risk is essential to our society, and three students from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) want to keep people focused on their personal well-being.a man standing in a orange vest/health/public-health/news/2025/serc.aspxResearch and InnovationHeatlh Safety Environment,Jennifer Marshall,SERC,Social Marketing/health/public-health/news/2025/jason.aspxDr. Jason Garcia’s journey to a career in public health at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) didn’t begin in a lecture hall. It began at his first job as a microbiologist witha Nestlé plant, shortly after earning his undergraduate degree in biology from Florida Gulf Coast University. His role was to ensure that no chemical, biological or physical hazards contaminated the food supply. As he worked to prevent recalls and outbreaks, which have the potential to become serious public health crises, he realized that his efforts had a name: public health.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 09 Jun 2025 13:23:40 Not all heroes wear scrubs: Meet the industrial hygienist keeping us safeDr. Jason Garcia’s journey to a career in public health at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) didn’t begin in a lecture hall. It began at his first job as a microbiologist witha Nestlé plant, shortly after earning his undergraduate degree in biology from Florida Gulf Coast University. His role was to ensure that no chemical, biological or physical hazards contaminated the food supply. As he worked to prevent recalls and outbreaks, which have the potential to become serious public health crises, he realized that his efforts had a name: public health.headshot/health/public-health/news/2025/jason.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentCOPH Alumni Society,Jason Garcia,SERC/health/public-health/news/2025/panama.aspxResearchers, students and faculty at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) might be a tightly knit group in Tampa, but their voice is heard internationally.KURT LOFTMon, 09 Jun 2025 11:52:47 USF Health explores the potential for a healthier regionResearchers, students and faculty at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) might be a tightly knit group in Tampa, but their voice is heard internationally.ɫɫ�о���: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/panama.aspxResearch and InnovationArlene Calvo,Global Virus Network,Jesse Casanova,Panama/health/public-health/news/2025/serc-activist-lab.aspxThe USF College of Public Health is strengthening its commitment to workforce well-being through collaboration between its Activist Lab and the Sunshine Education and Research Center. The partnership is helping prepare students to engage with real-world public health challenges while promoting safer, healthier working environments across Florida and the nation.Caitlin KeoughMon, 09 Jun 2025 10:29:04 USF Sunshine ERC and Activist Lab team up to elevate occupational health educationThe USF College of Public Health is strengthening its commitment to workforce well-being through collaboration between its Activist Lab and the Sunshine Education and Research Center. The partnership is helping prepare students to engage with real-world public health challenges while promoting safer, healthier working environments across Florida and the nation.group of women/health/public-health/news/2025/serc-activist-lab.aspxCollege NewsActivist Lab,Jennifer Marshall,Sunshine ERC/health/public-health/news/2025/first-student-community-nutrition.aspxLindsay Thompson didn’t plan on being the first. But as the inaugural student in the COPH's community nutrition concentration, she’s found a new passion and a fresh start.Caitlin KeoughMon, 09 Jun 2025 09:47:30 MPH student paves the way as first enrollee in COPH’s community nutrition concentrationLindsay Thompson didn’t plan on being the first. But as the inaugural student in the COPH's community nutrition concentration, she’s found a new passion and a fresh start.woman/health/public-health/news/2025/first-student-community-nutrition.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Student Life/health/public-health/news/2025/ciph.aspxWe all use the phrase cause and effect, but do we really know what it means and how it applies to our daily lives?KURT LOFTMon, 09 Jun 2025 00:52:20 COPH lab teaches students the fine points of causal inferenceWe all use the phrase cause and effect, but do we really know what it means and how it applies to our daily lives?A group of people smiling/health/public-health/news/2025/ciph.aspxResearch and Innovation/health/public-health/news/2025/dr.aspxA commitment to building partnerships is part of the USF College of Public Health (COPH) philosophy, and it extends well beyond the campus. A recent grant enables the college to strengthen its connections with the Dominican Republic, fostering collaboration, education and research opportunities.KURT LOFTMon, 09 Jun 2025 00:19:50 USF and Dominican Republic colleges forge educational bondA commitment to building partnerships is part of the USF College of Public Health (COPH) philosophy, and it extends well beyond the campus. A recent grant enables the college to strengthen its connections with the Dominican Republic, fostering collaboration, education and research opportunities.people smiling /health/public-health/news/2025/dr.aspxResearch and InnovationCommunity Health Sciences,Dina Martinez Tyson,Dominican Republichttps://usfalumni.org/stay-connected/new-usf-magazine-25/six-things-to-know-about-dr-sten-vermundIn January, Dr. Sten Vermund joined the university as dean of the College of Public Health, as well as Distinguished University Health Professor and senior associate vice president of USF Health. Also the chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, he brings four decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to his new role. Here are six facts to help you get to know Dean Vermund.External ArticleFri, 06 Jun 2025 00:33:30 6 things to know about Dr. Sten Vermund, our new College of Public Health deanIn January, Dr. Sten Vermund joined the university as dean of the College of Public Health, as well as Distinguished University Health Professor and senior associate vice president of USF Health. Also the chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, he brings four decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to his new role. Here are six facts to help you get to know Dean Vermund.man in a laboratoryhttps://usfalumni.org/stay-connected/new-usf-magazine-25/six-things-to-know-about-dr-sten-vermundCollege News,Sten Vermundhttps://gvn.org/global-virus-network-meeting-unites-caribbean-and-latin-america-to-tackle-emerging-viral-threats/The Global Virus Network convened top virologists, epidemiologists, public health experts and government officials for the 2025 GVN Regional Meeting: Caribbean and Latin America in Kingston, Jamaica held May 1-2, 2025.External ArticleTue, 27 May 2025 09:00:35 Global Virus Network meeting unites Caribbean and Latin America to tackle emerging viral threatsThe Global Virus Network convened top virologists, epidemiologists, public health experts and government officials for the 2025 GVN Regional Meeting: Caribbean and Latin America in Kingston, Jamaica held May 1-2, 2025.group of peoplehttps://gvn.org/global-virus-network-meeting-unites-caribbean-and-latin-america-to-tackle-emerging-viral-threats/College NewsGlobal Virus Networkhttps://hoodline.com/2025/05/hillsborough-county-s-mosquito-management-celebrates-75-years-of-innovation-in-partnership-with-usf/Hillsborough County's Mosquito Management Services is hitting a major milestone this year, marking 75 years of biting back against disease-spreading bugs. The program, launched way back in 1949, is celebrating its evolution from rudimentary pest control to a sophisticated, science-backed operation, in partnership with USF.External ArticleTue, 27 May 2025 08:53:47 Hillsborough County's Mosquito Management celebrates 75 years of innovation in partnership with USFHillsborough County's Mosquito Management Services is hitting a major milestone this year, marking 75 years of biting back against disease-spreading bugs. The program, launched way back in 1949, is celebrating its evolution from rudimentary pest control to a sophisticated, science-backed operation, in partnership with USF.man looking at mosquitos under microscopehttps://hoodline.com/2025/05/hillsborough-county-s-mosquito-management-celebrates-75-years-of-innovation-in-partnership-with-usf/Community Engagement/health/public-health/news/2025/fpha.aspxThe efforts of three industrious teams from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) may follow different paths, but they speak as one voice in their message for social change.KURT LOFTFri, 23 May 2025 10:25:53 Public health teams shine at student conferenceThe efforts of three industrious teams from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) may follow different paths, but they speak as one voice in their message for social change.ɫɫ�о���: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/fpha.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Research and Innovation,Student Life/health/public-health/news/2025/anamaria.aspxAnamaria Penagos, a second-year master of public health (MPH) student at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) was recently awarded the prestigious John P. McGovern National Scholarship from Eta Sigma Gamma (ESG), the national health education honorary society.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 23 May 2025 09:58:24 Lighting up health education scholarships, not cigarettesAnamaria Penagos, a second-year master of public health (MPH) student at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) was recently awarded the prestigious John P. McGovern National Scholarship from Eta Sigma Gamma (ESG), the national health education honorary society.ɫɫ�о���: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/anamaria.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Health SciencesAnamaria Penagos,Eta Sigma Gamma/health/public-health/news/2025/wagner.aspxBorn in Orange Park and raised in Bradenton, Fla., Paul Wagner always knew he wanted to serve others—he just didn’t know what form that would take. It wasn’t until a course called “Careers in Public Health” at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) that everything clicked.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 23 May 2025 09:39:05 Teaching policy, managing practiceBorn in Orange Park and raised in Bradenton, Fla., Paul Wagner always knew he wanted to serve others—he just didn’t know what form that would take. It wasn’t until a course called “Careers in Public Health” at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) that everything clicked.ɫɫ�о���: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/wagner.aspxAlumni and Development,Health Policy and Systems ManagementMHA/health/public-health/news/2025/wwwtp-may-2025.aspxProper respirator storage and maintenance protect against harmful exposure and ensure compliance with OSHA standards. Keep respirators clean, sealed, and inspected to safeguard your health—USF SafetyFlorida can help!Maribel AlvaradoWed, 21 May 2025 15:06:43 Protect Your Lungs: Proper Respirator Storage Can Save Your LifeProper respirator storage and maintenance protect against harmful exposure and ensure compliance with OSHA standards. Keep respirators clean, sealed, and inspected to safeguard your health—USF SafetyFlorida can help!An improperly stored respirator./health/public-health/news/2025/wwwtp-may-2025.aspxUSF SafetyFlorida/health/public-health/news/2025/cc-may-2025.aspxLearn how to proactively identify and correct workplace hazards using OSHA’s updated guidelines and practical in-house inspection strategies. This article offers actionable tips, tools, and a clear path to building a safer work environment.Luis SilvaWed, 21 May 2025 11:40:25 Spotting Trouble Before It Starts: A Guide to Workplace Hazard Identification and ControlLearn how to proactively identify and correct workplace hazards using OSHA’s updated guidelines and practical in-house inspection strategies. This article offers actionable tips, tools, and a clear path to building a safer work environment.A person in a white hard hat and yellow safety vest stands in an industrial setting, holding up an open hand in a “stop” gesture. The red lighting and visible machinery emphasize a focus on workplace safety and hazard awareness. The individual’s face is pixelated to maintain anonymity./health/public-health/news/2025/cc-may-2025.aspx/health/public-health/news/2025/beyond-falls-nursing-care-may-2025.aspxFalls are a major risk in nursing homes, but staff face workplace hazards like bloodborne pathogens and ergonomic injuries. USF SafetyFlorida offers expert consultations to help facilities create safer environments for employees and residents.Brian L. Warrick, PhD, CSP, CIHFri, 16 May 2025 10:45:34 Beyond Falls: Addressing Workplace Hazards in Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities TitleFalls are a major risk in nursing homes, but staff face workplace hazards like bloodborne pathogens and ergonomic injuries. USF SafetyFlorida offers expert consultations to help facilities create safer environments for employees and residents.An elderly Asian man falls to the floor as a compassionate nurse rushes to assist him in a nursing home./health/public-health/news/2025/beyond-falls-nursing-care-may-2025.aspxUSF SafetyFloridahttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/05/13/usf-program-boosts-jobsite-safety-and-efficiency.htmlSome Florida contractors are gaining a competitive edge by voluntarily bringing in OSHA experts at USF to ensure their projects meet the highest safety standards.External ArticleTue, 13 May 2025 09:01:24 Moss Construction Builds Safer Sites with USF SafetyFloridaSome Florida contractors are gaining a competitive edge by voluntarily bringing in OSHA experts at USF to ensure their projects meet the highest safety standards.The USF SafetyFlorida program is geared toward smaller subcontractors.https://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/05/13/usf-program-boosts-jobsite-safety-and-efficiency.htmlUSF SafetyFlorida/health/public-health/news/2025/spring25.aspxOn May 9, USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) came together, in person and online, to honor the Spring 2025 graduates with a spirited celebration of achievement, perseverance and purpose.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 12 May 2025 09:53:39 Stole the show: graduates make history in Spring 2025On May 9, USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) came together, in person and online, to honor the Spring 2025 graduates with a spirited celebration of achievement, perseverance and purpose.ɫɫ�о���: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/spring25.aspxStudent Life/health/news/2025/gvn-issues-urgent-call-on-h5n1.aspxThe Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.External ArticleMon, 12 May 2025 09:35:48 USF-headquartered Global Virus Network issues urgent call on rising threat of H5N1 bird fluThe Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.person with a chicken/health/news/2025/gvn-issues-urgent-call-on-h5n1.aspxResearch and Innovation,Sten VermundSten Vermund/health/public-health/news/2025/genetics.aspxPathogenicity prediction isn’t a subject we discuss over our morning coffee, but it could be a topic of greater interest as it affects more and more lives, according to a researcher at USF’s Genomics Program at the College of Public Health (COPH).KURT LOFTFri, 09 May 2025 17:00:12 COPH team wins large scientific challenge on human genome researchPathogenicity prediction isn’t a subject we discuss over our morning coffee, but it could be a topic of greater interest as it affects more and more lives, according to a researcher at USF’s Genomics Program at the College of Public Health (COPH).a scientist/health/public-health/news/2025/genetics.aspxGlobal - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Research and InnovationChang Li,USF Genomics,Xiaoming Liu,genomics/health/public-health/news/2025/kirby.aspxHeath Kirby knows exactly where he came from and exactly where he’s meant to be-- leading community health efforts as a proud alumna of USF’s College of Public Health (COPH).Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 09 May 2025 16:37:25 A hometown public health heroHeath Kirby knows exactly where he came from and exactly where he’s meant to be-- leading community health efforts as a proud alumna of USF’s College of Public Health (COPH).a headshot of a man/health/public-health/news/2025/kirby.aspxAlumni and Development,Health Policy and Systems ManagementAlumni,Community Hub,Heath Kirby,MPH,Public Health Practice/health/public-health/news/2025/end-of-year-awards-2025.aspxCOPH students and student organizations were recognized at both the USF Health Student Awards Ceremony and the USF Celebration of Leadership Awards—two key events held as part of USF Commencement Week.Caitlin KeoughFri, 09 May 2025 16:11:10 COPH students slay at 2025 USF award ceremoniesCOPH students and student organizations were recognized at both the USF Health Student Awards Ceremony and the USF Celebration of Leadership Awards—two key events held as part of USF Commencement Week.group of students/health/public-health/news/2025/end-of-year-awards-2025.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Engagement,Community Health SciencesBSPH,DAHR,DrPH,Health Promotion and Behavior,MCHSO,MPH,PhD,Together After Cancer/health/public-health/news/2025/paul-leaverton.aspxFounding faculty Dr. Paul Emmett Leaverton passed away peacefully with his beloved wife, Su, by his side on April 25, 2025, in Tampa, Fla.Fri, 09 May 2025 15:40:46 In memory of Dr. Paul LeavertonFounding faculty Dr. Paul Emmett Leaverton passed away peacefully with his beloved wife, Su, by his side on April 25, 2025, in Tampa, Fla.old man/health/public-health/news/2025/paul-leaverton.aspxCollege NewsJay Wolfson,Paul Leaverton/health/public-health/news/2025/flckf-convenings.aspxFlorida Covering Kids and Families leads two statewide efforts: the Covering Florida Navigator Program and Connecting Kids to Coverage. Together, these programs collaborate with state agencies and community stakeholders to provide outreach, education and enrollment assistance for the Federally Facilitated Marketplace, Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program.Caitlin KeoughFri, 09 May 2025 15:06:52 COPH hosts statewide convenings to advance children’s health coverage in FloridaFlorida Covering Kids and Families leads two statewide efforts: the Covering Florida Navigator Program and Connecting Kids to Coverage. Together, these programs collaborate with state agencies and community stakeholders to provide outreach, education and enrollment assistance for the Federally Facilitated Marketplace, Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program.two people looking at computer/health/public-health/news/2025/flckf-convenings.aspxCommunity EngagementChiles Center,Deanna Wathington,Florida Covering Kids and Families,Steve Freedman,Vickie Dugathttps://www.linkedin.com/pulse/celebrating-leadership-service-impact-elizabeth-a-dunn-mph-cph-5uthe/The COPH's Elizabeth Dunn shared the outstanding recognitions received at the Hillsborough County Office of Emergency Management Volunteer Recognition Awards, 2025 Celebration of Leadership Awards, the Salvation Army Community Partners Awards and the USF Health Student Awards—each highlighting the transformational work happening across students and community partners.External ArticleFri, 09 May 2025 14:55:07 Elizabeth Dunn: Celebrating leadership, service and impactThe COPH's Elizabeth Dunn shared the outstanding recognitions received at the Hillsborough County Office of Emergency Management Volunteer Recognition Awards, 2025 Celebration of Leadership Awards, the Salvation Army Community Partners Awards and the USF Health Student Awards—each highlighting the transformational work happening across students and community partners.group of peoplehttps://www.linkedin.com/pulse/celebrating-leadership-service-impact-elizabeth-a-dunn-mph-cph-5uthe/Awards and Honors,Community Engagement,Global - Environmental - Genomic Health SciencesCERT,DAHR,Elizabeth Dunn,Global Disaster Management,Online MPHhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/alexandra-lopez-breaks-out-of-comfort-zone-to-lead-sarasota-manatee.aspxUSF Sarasota-Manatee graduate Alexandra Lopez, a biology major and student government leader, plans to earn a master’s degree from the USF College of Public Health with a concentration in nutrition and dietetics.External ArticleFri, 09 May 2025 14:42:55 With strong mind and body, Alexandra Lopez breaks out of ‘comfort zone’ to lead at USF Sarasota-ManateeUSF Sarasota-Manatee graduate Alexandra Lopez, a biology major and student government leader, plans to earn a master’s degree from the USF College of Public Health with a concentration in nutrition and dietetics.woman getting an awardhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/alexandra-lopez-breaks-out-of-comfort-zone-to-lead-sarasota-manatee.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Student LifeAlexandra Lopez,MPH,Nutrition and Dietetics,Online MPH/news/2025/usf-bellini-college-to-ignite-tampa-bays-tech-talent.aspxLaunching this fall, the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will supply a pipeline of students ready to specialize in critical areas throughout Tampa Bay and beyond. In the USF College of Public Health, AI-powered drones are tracking mosquitoes carrying deadly diseases in real time.External ArticleFri, 09 May 2025 14:37:13 USF Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing to ignite Tampa Bay’s tech talentLaunching this fall, the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will supply a pipeline of students ready to specialize in critical areas throughout Tampa Bay and beyond. In the USF College of Public Health, AI-powered drones are tracking mosquitoes carrying deadly diseases in real time.city of tampa/news/2025/usf-bellini-college-to-ignite-tampa-bays-tech-talent.aspxCollege Newshttps://orise.orau.gov/cdc/profiles/sara-wolicki.html?utm_content=buffera4e0c%26utm_medium=eo_social%26utm_source=eo_linkedin%26utm_campaign=bufferDirectly out of undergrad, Sara Wolicki worked as an accountant at a Vermont ski resort. She loved working with numbers and enjoyed the time with her coworkers, but something was missing. Wolicki found that missing piece in the field of public health - epidemiology and evaluation specifically - and never turned back. She received a Master of Public Health from the ɫɫ�о��� in 2015, fully transitioning from the business world to a STEM field.External ArticleMon, 28 Apr 2025 14:52:09 Health Scientist and Former ORISE Fellow Relishes Mentor RoleDirectly out of undergrad, Sara Wolicki worked as an accountant at a Vermont ski resort. She loved working with numbers and enjoyed the time with her coworkers, but something was missing. Wolicki found that missing piece in the field of public health - epidemiology and evaluation specifically - and never turned back. She received a Master of Public Health from the ɫɫ�о��� in 2015, fully transitioning from the business world to a STEM field.ɫɫ�о���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://orise.orau.gov/cdc/profiles/sara-wolicki.html?utm_content=buffera4e0c%26utm_medium=eo_social%26utm_source=eo_linkedin%26utm_campaign=bufferAlumni and DevelopmentMPH/health/public-health/news/2025/ruby-anniversary.aspxThe USF College of Public Health's Ruby Anniversary Celebration was a night to remember, filled with joy, reflection and a shared commitment to public health. Whether you joined us in person or were with us in spirit, we want to share the highlights of this 40th anniversary milestone event with you.​Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:12:12 A night to remember: Celebrating 40 years of the COPHThe USF College of Public Health's Ruby Anniversary Celebration was a night to remember, filled with joy, reflection and a shared commitment to public health. Whether you joined us in person or were with us in spirit, we want to share the highlights of this 40th anniversary milestone event with you.​group of students/health/public-health/news/2025/ruby-anniversary.aspxCollege Newshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/five-years-strong-usf-students-improving-health-outcomes-and-reducing-isolation-among-older-adults.aspxAt the height of the pandemic, two programs launched to connect people across generations. Five years later, Health Buddies and TelePals have connected hundreds of older adults with USF students, reducing loneliness and increasing access to health information.External ArticleMon, 28 Apr 2025 10:00:55 Five years strong: USF students improving health outcomes and reducing isolation among older adultsAt the height of the pandemic, two programs launched to connect people across generations. Five years later, Health Buddies and TelePals have connected hundreds of older adults with USF students, reducing loneliness and increasing access to health information.group of studentshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/five-years-strong-usf-students-improving-health-outcomes-and-reducing-isolation-among-older-adults.aspxCollege News,Community Engagement/health/public-health/news/2025/quebec.aspxFor Trenyce Pierre, Cierra Greenfield and Shenica Jerome—three USF students in the College of Public Health (COPH)—a one-week study abroad trip to Quebec, Canada became a defining moment in their academic journeys. It was an immersive experience that expanded their global perspectives and deepened their public health understanding in ways that textbooks simply couldn’t. The three were among a group of students who participated, making the opportunity all the more meaningful.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 28 Apr 2025 09:49:14 COPH Bulls beyond bordersFor Trenyce Pierre, Cierra Greenfield and Shenica Jerome—three USF students in the College of Public Health (COPH)—a one-week study abroad trip to Quebec, Canada became a defining moment in their academic journeys. It was an immersive experience that expanded their global perspectives and deepened their public health understanding in ways that textbooks simply couldn’t. The three were among a group of students who participated, making the opportunity all the more meaningful.A group of people smiling/health/public-health/news/2025/quebec.aspxStudent LifeInternational Programs,Study Abroad/health/public-health/news/2025/steph.aspxA family medical doctor honored by USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) for her philanthropic work has accepted a prominent position in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in Washington, D.C.KURT LOFTMon, 28 Apr 2025 09:00:23 National spotlight shines on award-winning Florida physicianA family medical doctor honored by USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) for her philanthropic work has accepted a prominent position in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in Washington, D.C.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/steph.aspxCollege News/health/public-health/news/2025/occupational-safety-day.aspxTampa Mayor Jane Castor has designated April 28 as Occupational Safety and Health Day, aligning the city with the internationally recognized World Day for Safety and Health at Work. The designation also acknowledges the ongoing efforts of the USF SafetyFlorida Consultation Program.Caitlin KeoughMon, 28 Apr 2025 08:45:42 USF SafetyFlorida recognized as Tampa declares occupational safety dayTampa Mayor Jane Castor has designated April 28 as Occupational Safety and Health Day, aligning the city with the internationally recognized World Day for Safety and Health at Work. The designation also acknowledges the ongoing efforts of the USF SafetyFlorida Consultation Program.health and safety workers/health/public-health/news/2025/occupational-safety-day.aspxAwards and Honors,College News,USF SafetyFloridaOSHA Training Institute Education Center/health/public-health/news/2025/miley.aspxFrom her roots on a Florida farm to the front lines of global disease elimination at USF’s College of Public Health, Dr. Kristi Miley has carved a path in public health. With three USF degrees — a PhD in global communicable diseases, an MSPH in global communicable diseases and a BS in biomedical sciences— Miley has transformed her lifelong connection to animals and the natural world into a career devoted to infectious disease research, medical entomology and public health education.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 28 Apr 2025 08:26:40 Classroom to career: Launching public health futures at COPHFrom her roots on a Florida farm to the front lines of global disease elimination at USF’s College of Public Health, Dr. Kristi Miley has carved a path in public health. With three USF degrees — a PhD in global communicable diseases, an MSPH in global communicable diseases and a BS in biomedical sciences— Miley has transformed her lifelong connection to animals and the natural world into a career devoted to infectious disease research, medical entomology and public health education.a woman in a hazmat suit/health/public-health/news/2025/miley.aspxAlumni and Development,Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Research and InnovationCenter for Onchocerciasis Diagnostics,Global Communicable Diseases,MSPH,PhDhttps://www.usfalumni.org/events-awards/outstanding-young-alumni-awardsIntroducing USF's 2025 Award Recipients for the Outstanding Young Alumni award! Stefania Alastre Arcusa, Cell and Molecular Biology ’17 and MSPH ’21External ArticleFri, 11 Apr 2025 11:58:35 COPH alumni receives USF's outstanding young alumni awardIntroducing USF's 2025 Award Recipients for the Outstanding Young Alumni award! Stefania Alastre Arcusa, Cell and Molecular Biology ’17 and MSPH ’21ɫɫ�о���: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usfalumni.org/events-awards/outstanding-young-alumni-awardsAlumni and Development,Awards and Honors,Community Health SciencesGenetic Counseling,MSPH/health/public-health/news/2025/hsc.aspxEvery child deserves a positive start in life, and a team at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), along with graduates from the school, want to point young people in right direction.KURT LOFTFri, 11 Apr 2025 11:43:40 COPH and Healthy Start aim to improve the mental health of young peopleEvery child deserves a positive start in life, and a team at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), along with graduates from the school, want to point young people in right direction.people smiling with a poster/health/public-health/news/2025/hsc.aspxHealth Policy and Systems Management,Research and InnovationBSPH,Health Services Research,MPH,PhD,Zachary Pruitt/health/public-health/news/2025/excellence-in-teaching-2025.aspxDrs. Joe Bohn and Jason Salemi were honored with the prestigious COPH Excellence in Teaching Award by the Public Health Student Association during the college’s National Public Health Week ceremony. The award recognizes faculty members who have made significant contributions to student development and the quality of education within their department and the college.Caitlin KeoughFri, 11 Apr 2025 10:46:55 Drs. Joe Bohn and Jason Salemi recognized with COPH Excellence in Teaching AwardDrs. Joe Bohn and Jason Salemi were honored with the prestigious COPH Excellence in Teaching Award by the Public Health Student Association during the college’s National Public Health Week ceremony. The award recognizes faculty members who have made significant contributions to student development and the quality of education within their department and the college.two men/health/public-health/news/2025/excellence-in-teaching-2025.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Health Sciences,EpidemiologyExcellence in Teaching Award,Jason Salemi,Joe Bohn,NPHW,PHSA/health/public-health/news/2025/ooa-artuso.aspxUSF College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Amy Artuso is the 2025 recipient of the COPH Outstanding Alumni Award, and was recognized in a ceremony during National Public Health week.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 11 Apr 2025 10:38:00 Amy Artuso receives Outstanding Alumni AwardUSF College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Amy Artuso is the 2025 recipient of the COPH Outstanding Alumni Award, and was recognized in a ceremony during National Public Health week.a person smiling /health/public-health/news/2025/ooa-artuso.aspxAlumni and Development,Awards and Honors,Community Health SciencesAdvanced Practice Leadership,Amy Artuso,Community and Family Health,DrPH,MPH,Outstanding Alumni Awards/health/public-health/news/2025/ihsc-mission-trip.aspxMPH student Jonathan Andreadakis recently completed a service trip with USF's International Health Service Collaborative to Medellín, Colombia. The trip, part of a long-standing collaboration between USF Health and Universidad CES, sent an interprofessional team of students to a densely populated neighborhood facing complex health challenges.Caitlin KeoughFri, 11 Apr 2025 10:18:31 MPH student brings public health passion to Colombia through IHSC medical missionMPH student Jonathan Andreadakis recently completed a service trip with USF's International Health Service Collaborative to Medellín, Colombia. The trip, part of a long-standing collaboration between USF Health and Universidad CES, sent an interprofessional team of students to a densely populated neighborhood facing complex health challenges.group of students/health/public-health/news/2025/ihsc-mission-trip.aspxCommunity Engagement,Epidemiology,Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Student LifeEpidemiology,Global Health Practice,MPH/news/2025/dozens-of-usf-graduate-programs-stand-among-the-nations-best-in-new-us-news-and-world-report-rankings.aspxThe ɫɫ�о��� has 31 graduate programs ranked in the top 100 nationally by U.S. News & World Report. With standout programs, USF continues to rise as a leader in graduate education and research excellence.External ArticleFri, 11 Apr 2025 09:22:37 USF COPH ranked top public health school in Florida by U.S. News & World ReportThe ɫɫ�о��� has 31 graduate programs ranked in the top 100 nationally by U.S. News & World Report. With standout programs, USF continues to rise as a leader in graduate education and research excellence.girl graduating/news/2025/dozens-of-usf-graduate-programs-stand-among-the-nations-best-in-new-us-news-and-world-report-rankings.aspxAwards and Honors,College Newshttps://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10995-025-04089-4​The editorial reflects on the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Journal's nearly 30-year commitment to advancing MCH. It emphasizes the journal's role in fostering a community dedicated to science and practice.External ArticleFri, 11 Apr 2025 08:45:07 The enduring mission of the MCH Journal: Affirming the right to science, practice and community in MCH​The editorial reflects on the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Journal's nearly 30-year commitment to advancing MCH. It emphasizes the journal's role in fostering a community dedicated to science and practice.woman and babyhttps://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10995-025-04089-4Community Health Sciences,In the MediaDonna Petersen,Maternal and Child Healthhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/results-from-usf-study-on-kids-digital-media-use-reveal-benefits-of-smartphones.aspxFindings will help inform a 25-year national study that will track young people’s digital media use and wellbeing into adulthood.External ArticleFri, 11 Apr 2025 08:40:10 USF study reveals how smartphones may benefit kids, risks of posting publicly to social mediaFindings will help inform a 25-year national study that will track young people’s digital media use and wellbeing into adulthood.kids looking at phoneshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/results-from-usf-study-on-kids-digital-media-use-reveal-benefits-of-smartphones.aspxEpidemiology,Research and InnovationChighaf Bakour,Epidemiology,LIFE in Media Survey/health/public-health/news/2025/assph-welch-rose.aspxThe Welch-Rose Award is given annually to an individual to honor their lifetime of public health service and/or for their extraordinary contributions to the academic public health community. This year Dr. Donna Petersen is the recipient of the ASPPH Welch-Rose Award for Excellence in Academic Public Health Service.Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:44:56 Dr. Donna Petersen awarded ASPPH Welch-Rose Award for Excellence in Academic Public Health ServiceThe Welch-Rose Award is given annually to an individual to honor their lifetime of public health service and/or for their extraordinary contributions to the academic public health community. This year Dr. Donna Petersen is the recipient of the ASPPH Welch-Rose Award for Excellence in Academic Public Health Service.two women holding an award/health/public-health/news/2025/assph-welch-rose.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Health SciencesDonna Petersen/health/public-health/news/2025/juliana-george.aspxJuliana George, a student-athlete at the COPH, has mastered the art of balancing the demands of being both a public health graduate student and a member of the lacrosse team. With a passion for health and wellness, George has combined her education in public health with her athletic pursuits, striving to make an impact both on and off the field.Caitlin KeoughFri, 28 Mar 2025 08:34:34 From the field to the classroom: How Juliana George scores big in public health and lacrosseJuliana George, a student-athlete at the COPH, has mastered the art of balancing the demands of being both a public health graduate student and a member of the lacrosse team. With a passion for health and wellness, George has combined her education in public health with her athletic pursuits, striving to make an impact both on and off the field.women's lacrosse team in front of fireworks/health/public-health/news/2025/juliana-george.aspxGlobal - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Student LifeHealth - Safety - Environment,MPH,Online MPH/health/public-health/news/2025/dista.aspxRecognizing the need to enhance training for disease intervention specialists, the Florida Department of Health has partnered with the COPH to launch the Disease Intervention Specialist Training Academy.Caitlin KeoughFri, 28 Mar 2025 08:08:26 USF prepares disease specialists to level upRecognizing the need to enhance training for disease intervention specialists, the Florida Department of Health has partnered with the COPH to launch the Disease Intervention Specialist Training Academy.group of people/health/public-health/news/2025/dista.aspxCollege News,Community Health Sciences,Global - Environmental - Genomic Health SciencesCenter for Leadership in Public Health Practice,DISTA,Ismael Hoare,Lifelong Learning Academy/health/news/2025/microbiome-conference.aspxExperts from around the world recently gathered at USF Health to talk about advances in the science of microbiomes.External ArticleFri, 28 Mar 2025 07:42:56 Global experts convene to explore the cutting-edge science of microbiomesExperts from around the world recently gathered at USF Health to talk about advances in the science of microbiomes.group of people standing on stairs/health/news/2025/microbiome-conference.aspxResearch and Innovation/health/public-health/news/2025/nphw2025.aspxThe COPH is part of a national effort to create the healthiest nation in one generation. USF Bulls and members of the local community are invited to join the movement and get involved today!Caitlin KeoughTue, 25 Mar 2025 16:04:07 It starts here: Your guide to NPHW at the COPH!The COPH is part of a national effort to create the healthiest nation in one generation. USF Bulls and members of the local community are invited to join the movement and get involved today!NPHW banner/health/public-health/news/2025/nphw2025.aspxCollege News,Community EngagementAPHA,NPHW/health/public-health/news/2025/lvad.aspxOne in three Americans are overweight, which has created a crisis of life-threatening complications from obesity, such as high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes and cardiac disease.KURT LOFTMon, 24 Mar 2025 10:46:16 USF student gets to the heart of obesityOne in three Americans are overweight, which has created a crisis of life-threatening complications from obesity, such as high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes and cardiac disease.a person smiling with a poster/health/public-health/news/2025/lvad.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student LifeBSHS/health/public-health/news/2025/winston.aspxFor USF College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Jennifer Winston, public health is more than a profession—it’s a calling. As an instructor and PhD candidate at the COPH, Winston brings her wealth of real-world experience into the classroom, engaging and inspiring the next generation of public health professionals.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 21 Mar 2025 15:35:41 Shaping the future of public health, one student at a timeFor USF College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Jennifer Winston, public health is more than a profession—it’s a calling. As an instructor and PhD candidate at the COPH, Winston brings her wealth of real-world experience into the classroom, engaging and inspiring the next generation of public health professionals.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/winston.aspxAlumni and Development,College News,Community Health Sciences,Student LifeCommunity and Family Health/health/public-health/news/2025/spowart.aspxDr. Sara Spowart’s journey to USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) from international development to mental health championing is one shaped by experience, resilience and a commitment to improving well-being.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 21 Mar 2025 15:34:35 Mental health hygienist cleans up emotional povertyDr. Sara Spowart’s journey to USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) from international development to mental health championing is one shaped by experience, resilience and a commitment to improving well-being.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/spowart.aspxAlumni and Development