CVM Education Day: Call for posters
The College of Veterinary Medicine 2013 Education Day takes place Friday, May 31. This year’s event features four speakers from across the Twin Cities, along with an award ceremony, breakfast and...
View ArticleCandidate seminars for ecosystem health faculty position
School of Public Health faculty and students are invited to seminar presentations by each of the four candidates interviewing for an ecosystem health tenure track faculty position with the College of...
View ArticleAPHA Public Health Fellowship in Government: Apply by April 8
The American Public Health Association has announced a call for applications for the 2014 Public Health Fellowship in Government. This fellowship is sponsored by an unrestricted grant from Pfizer...
View ArticleMeet the new Office of Admissions & Student Resources
Pictured left to right: Guy Piotrowski, Darren Kaltved, Maggie Aftahi, Carol Francis, Barb Laporte, Richard Archer, Mary Ellen Nerney, Katie Keyser, Sherlonda Clarke; photo by Tim Beaufoy Just before...
View ArticleMichael Osterholm receives distinguished teaching award
School of Public Health professor Michael Osterholm is a 2013 recipient of the University of Minnesota Award for Outstanding Contributions to Postbaccalaureate, Graduate, and Professional Education....
View ArticlePublic Health Reflections: Associate Professor Kathleen Thiede Call
What motivates your work in public health? Kathleen Thiede Call What motivates my work in public health is the ability to work on real world problems and think about policy or practices solutions. This...
View ArticlePublic Health Reflections: Assistant Professor Sarah Gollust
What motivates you to work in public health? Sarah Gollust I love doing research in public health because it’s, by necessity, grounded in the world around me. My research on media coverage and public...
View ArticleGov. Dayton now seeking candidates for MNsure board
On March 21, Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton announced that the board for MNsure, Minnesota’s health insurance exchange, will be appointed. MNsure is a new marketplace where Minnesota individuals, families...
View ArticleNational Public Health Week, now more than ever
John Finnegan, Jr. The first week of April annually marks National Public Health Week, a time when we honor, celebrate, and raise awareness about the critical ways public health improves our lives. All...
View ArticleRegister for the Certified in Public Health exam
Registration is now open for the next Certified in Public Health (CPH) exam. Exam dates are available Oct. 5-26, 2013. Offered by the National Board of Public Health Examiners, the CPH exam is designed...
View ArticleSeeking nominations: SPH Awards for Achievement & Outstanding Service
The School of Public Health is seeking nominations for public health faculty and P&A staff for the 2013 Awards for Achievement & Outstanding Service. Please email your nomination applications...
View ArticleUSDA Under Secretary, Sen. Al Franken talk nutrition
Sen. Al Franken, SPH professor Mary Story, and USDA Under Secretary Kevin Concannon On March 25, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services Under Secretary...
View ArticleMacLehose recognized among top reviewers for Epidemiology
Richard MacLehose, assistant professor in Epidemiology & Community Health, was recently recognized as one of the top six reviewers of 2012 by the journal Epidemiology. Here’s an excerpt from the...
View ArticleSpring Jam kicks off with Gopher Yoga & Wellness
On Thursday, April 25, the Spring Jam festivities begin with Gopher Yoga & Wellness. All University of Minnesota students, faculty and staff are invited to attend. The morning includes a...
View ArticleRequest for proposals from the Food Policy Research Center
The University of Minnesota Food Policy Research Center has issued a request for proposals for two funding opportunities. Issue Briefings Up to $5,000 each will be awarded for the completion of a...
View ArticleCall for news: SPH experts working on malaria prevention
The Association of Schools of Public Health (ASPH) will be featuring the work of public health experts engaged in initiatives focused on malaria prevention, treatment, and control. The article will be...
View ArticleSPH Celebration of Giving
School of Public Health faculty and staff are invited to the Celebration of Giving on Thursday, April 25, in Minneapolis. This special event recognizes SPH alumni, friends and the 2013 recipient of the...
View ArticleNominations for the 2013 Delta Omega Pi Chapter due April 11
The Pi Chapter of the Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health is seeking nominations for the 2013 class of inductees. Delta Omega is a national organization that recognizes and fosters excellence...
View ArticleParticipate in Wellness Points Bank & reduce UPlan rates
Faculty and staff can enroll in wellness activities now to earn the points required for a rate reduction next year. One of the options — Step It Up! from StayWell Online — provides a fun way to...
View ArticleShow your support for SPH staff at the Years of Service Recognition Ceremony
School of Public Health staff and faculty are invited to attend the 2013 Years of Service Recognition Ceremony, Tuesday, May 7, 2:30-4 p.m., McNamara Alumni Center, University Hall. This event honors...
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