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¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵcommunity mobilizes for Hurricane Helene recovery

In the wake of the hurricane, the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ continues to demonstrate a powerful commitment to community – mobilizing students, faculty and staff across Tampa Bay. While there’s much work to be done, many of these efforts began before the historic storm surge devastated parts of the region.

October 14, 2024College News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University

U.S. News ranks ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵa top 50 public university, best value among all Florida universities

Over the past decade, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵhas risen an impressive 39 spots among public universities from No. 84 to No. 45, and 65 spots among all universities, from No. 156 to No. 91.

October 14, 2024College News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ: A Preeminent Research University

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵupdate on Hurricane Milton

The ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵTampa and Sarasota-Manatee campuses will reopen on Monday, Oct. 14. The St. Petersburg campus will reopen on Tuesday, Oct. 15. All classes on Monday, Oct. 14 will be held asynchronously.

October 14, 2024College News

Your ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ College of Public Health colleagues are excited to see you at the American Public Health Association Annual Meeting in Minneapolis. We want to celebrate with all of you participating in the largest gathering of public health scholars and professionals in the country! Make plans now to connect with your alma mater and other public health colleagues.

October 13, 2024College News

Drs. Arlene Calvo, Ana Rivière Cinnamond, Yoran Grant-Greene, Jean Francois Aguilera and Beatriz Padilla after a panel discussion. (Photo by Violeta Villar Liste)

International symposium explores migration and health in the Americas

The COPH played a prominent role in the first-ever International Symposium on Migration and Health in the Americas, held Sept. 9-10 at the City of Knowledge in Panama. Led by Dr. Arlene Calvo, the event brought together experts from across the Americas to address the growing intersection of migration and public health, with Panama as a key focal point.

September 23, 2024College News

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Major ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵaward helps Floridians better navigate health care

The ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵCollege of Public Health (COPH) understands and can guide people through the maze that is America’s health care system. How? The college has received a major federal grant to educate and enroll Florida citizens for insurance under the Affordable Care Act, through the Health Insurance Marketplace and other qualified health plans such Medicaid and CHIP.

August 30, 2024Awards & Honors, College News

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In memoriam of Dr. Stanley Graven

Dr. Stanley Graven, COPH founding faculty member and pioneer in the development of neonatology and the regionalization of neonatal care in the United States, passed away on July 8, 2024, in Dallas, Oregon.

August 22, 2024College News

Welcome Dr. Sten Vermund

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵnames new dean for the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵHealth College of Public Health

Dr. Sten Vermund will join ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵin January, bringing decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience.

August 12, 2024College News

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The COPH celebrates Dr. Skai Schwartz after 29 years of teaching

After nearly three decades at the COPH, Dr. Skai Schwartz, associate professor, will retire this August. Schwartz, known for her expertise in both classical statistics and epidemiologic methods, has significantly contributed to the field through her research, teaching and mentorship.

August 12, 2024College News

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COPH expert works to save lives by improving disaster preparedness and recovery

Dr. Amber Mehmood was in Karachi in October 2005 when she heard news of the Combined Military Hospital in Muzaffarabad – or what was left of it. The medical staff was caring for patients in 256 beds when the unthinkable happened.

August 9, 2024College News

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Prominent ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵepidemiologist appointed as dean at top California health sciences university

Ricardo Izurieta, MD, DrPH. MPH, an internationally known expert on tropical and infectious diseases, is leaving his long-time post as associate professor at the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ’s College of Public Health (COPH) to become dean of the new School of Health Sciences and Public Health at California State University Los Angeles.

August 9, 2024College News

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Ellen Kent retires after 33 years of service to the COPH

The COPH's Ellen Kent will retire on Aug. 15 after a 33-year career dedicated to public health education, volunteerism and community service.

August 9, 2024College News

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