CPH Staff Council presents Big Blue Pantry service project, part of NPHW

During National Public Health Week (NPHW), our own CPH Staff Council is partnering with the Big Blue Pantry on a donation event to help put a dent in student food insecurity. Drop in your plastic covered cutlery, can openers and reusable cutlery (forks, knives, spoons) at designated locations throughout the week! Contact CPH Staff Council for any questions or information.

Join us at the 2023 Public Health Showcase on April 10

The inaugural 2023 Public Health Showcase on April 10th, sponsored by CPH, is a unique opportunity for sharing innovative work in public health research, community practice, teaching, and workforce development. This event is open to all UK undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, community members, public health practitioners, health insurers, healthcare organizations, community organizations, and state agencies and organizations invested in advancing population health.

Save the Date: One Day for UK on April 19

This year, on April 19th, we are asking for our community to support the College of Public Health Excellence Fund, which provides support into areas with the greatest need, making a big impact by strengthening every area of the college. Interested in giving: Visit onedayforuk.uky.edu/publichealth to learn more.

CPH Awards Night: Call for Student, Faculty and Staff Nominations

On May 4th, CPH invites our community and special guests to the CPH Awards Night event, an opportunity to celebrate each other and recognize outstanding achievements. Nominations are currently open for Student, Staff, and Faculty awards. Nominations are due by April 7th.

Alumna and non-profit are cultivating a movement dedicated to the health and wellness of Black women and girls

CPH alum, Dr. Angelica Geter (DrPH ’15), is a 15-year public health expert and currently serves as EVP of Strategy and Business for the Black Women’s Health Imperative, the only national nonprofit solely dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the nation’s Black women and girls—physically, emotionally, and financially. 

Alumna’s joyful journey to serve and lead with care

First-generation graduate Cecelia Yeary (MHA, ‘15) is currently the Vice President Cardiovascular, Oncology, & Clinical Support at Baptist Health Lexington. Cecelia shares her story, including the biggest influences in her life, motivations for pursuing an education and career in public health, what she enjoyed as a student, exciting projects in her current role, and more. 

Collaboration turns the tide on Kentucky’s colorectal cancer rates

Twenty years ago, Kentucky had the highest colorectal cancer incidence and mortality rates in the U.S., as well as the second-lowest colorectal cancer screening rate. That's certainly not the case now. Dr. Greg talks with Dr. Thomas Tucker, senior director for cancer surveillance at UK's Markey Cancer Center, about the turnaround and where Kentucky goes from here.

Black Maternal Health Week Kick-Off invites Dr. Corrine Williams

On April 11th, the Louisville Coalition for Black Maternal Health presents the Black Maternal Health Week Kick-Off 2023. Our Dr. Corrine Williams, Associate Professor at CPH and UK's Associate Vice President of Student Well-Being, is a guest speaker and presenting on the topic “Maternal Health Data to Action.”

University Research Professors Lecture Series: David W. Fardo and Susan Chambers Cantrell



The Office of the Vice President for Research is hosting a series of lectures by the 2022 University Research Professors. On April 11th, they welcome our own Dr. David W. Fardo, Biostatistics Acting Chair, and Susan Chambers Cantrell with the College of Education. Dr. Fardo will be speaking on "Statistical genetics at the University of Kentucky."

Jerod Stapleton keynotes First-Gen Student Support Summit at Penn State



Our own Dr. Jerod Stapleton recently delivered a keynote at the 2023 First- Gen Summit at Penn State University (his alma mater). The Summit featured the voices of first-generation students and speakers, whose firsthand perspectives can inform efforts to support and advocate for this student population.

KIPRC researchers discover the need for training among light and medium truck drivers



In 2019, 471 truck drivers in the truck transportation industry suffered fatal injuries on the job. Since little research has been conducted on small and medium truck driver injuries compared to those of heavy trucks, KIPRC was able to pinpoint what types of training are needed to enhance safety among truck drivers, especially for drivers of light and medium trucks.

UK/KBC Spring 2023 Blood Drives April 3-7



Kentucky Blood Center (KBC) will be on campus April 3-7 to collect blood and supply local hospitals – including UK HealthCare – with lifesaving blood. All donors will be thanked for their time and donation with a free "Hold Your Horses" T-shirt, a $5 Starbucks gift card and a coupon for one free classic cookie at Insomnia Cookies. Donations typically take less than one hour and save up to three lives!