Features

New COPH dean embraces local and global challenges facing public health

As Dr. Sten Vermund takes over this month as the new dean of the COPH, he brings more than deep experience in infectious disease epidemiology and prevention. The whirlwind of global change in disease, climate, technology, politics and economies is reshaping the future of health and exposing new challenges that he believes should be confronted head on.


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2024: A transformative year for COPH

The past year brought transformative changes to the COPH, marked by impactful advancements in leadership, community engagement and technology. These developments highlighted COPH's dedication to improving public health outcomes both locally and globally.


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First-year students explore careers in the community

As a health sciences major hoping to become a physical therapist, Tongta Vachara knew it would be challenging to gain professional experience. So, when she heard about the Innovation Scholars Career Exploration Program, she immediately signed up.


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How to stick to your New Year’s resolutions according to USF Health experts

As the new year begins, many of us turn to resolutions aimed at improving our health and well-being. While getting more sleep, exercise and better nutrition are some of the most common goals, they can also be challenging to maintain. USF Health researchers are sharing ways to hold yourself accountable and not give up on your resolutions this year.


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Research

USF professor shines light on men’s often misunderstood roles in maternal support in Senegal

How do women and men in poor countries educate themselves about pregnancy and childbirth? Do health care organizations give them enough accurate information to bring a baby safely into the world? Just as important, what are the “roles’’ of the mother and father in the delivery of a newborn?


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Accolades

Dr. Deanna Wathington named president of APHA

The COPH's Dr. Deanna J. Wathington was named president of the American Public Health Association. She brings over 25 years of practice and academic experience in the field with emphasis on collaboration across multiple sectors to address and optimize community health.


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Grads Made Good

A triple Bull’s path to global public health leadership

Originally from Naples, Fla., Adriana Campos is the daughter of Ecuadorian immigrant parents and a triple Bull, earning all of her degrees from the COPH.


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Take Note

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USF COPH: Welcome Dean Vermund!


Join us in celebrating the arrival of Dr. Sten Vermund as the new dean of the USF College of Public Health. With his distinguished career in global health, epidemiology and public health leadership, Dean Vermund brings a wealth of expertise and vision to guide the next generation of public health leaders.

 

Let’s give a warm Bull welcome to Dean Vermund as we embark on this exciting new chapter together!


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Upcoming Events


USF COPH Recruiting: This is Public Health Graduate School Virtual Fair

Wednesday, Jan. 15


COPH and LGBTQ+ Alumni Societies: Stampede of Service 

Saturday, Jan. 18


Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, USF Closed

Monday, Jan. 20


COPH 40th Anniversary: Night on the Ice

Friday, Jan. 24


Activist Lab Bootcamp

Jan. 30-31


Florida Outstanding Woman Nomination Deadline

Monday, February 10


7@7 Alumni Career Panel

Thursday, March 27


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Media Mentions


Florida Trash Fight Spotlights Broader Environmental Justice Battle | Healthiest Communities Health News| U.S. News

US News and World Report -December 23, 2024


Trash incinerators are disproportionately harmful to Black and Hispanic people | Health News Florida

Health News Florida - December 23, 2024


Trash Incinerators Disproportionately Harm Black and Hispanic People - Physician's Weekly

Physician's Weekly - December 24, 2024


How to Organize Your Kitchen to Make Eating Healthy Easier

Martha Stewart - December 27, 2024


H5N1 bird flu pandemic could be prevented in part by seasonal flu shot, CDC says | Fortune Well

Fortune Well - January 3, 2025


Bird flu could merge with seasonal flu to make mutated virus that could spread among humans, CDC warns

Yahoo! News - January 6, 2025



Bird flu could merge with seasonal flu to make mutated virus that could spread among humans, CDC warns

AOL - January 6, 2025

Class Notes

Emily Bronson, MPH, is a public health advisor at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.


Ericka Oliver- Linen, MPH, is a pediatric intensivist at Ascension.  


Deanna Ryder, MPH, is a DevOps manager at Veolia North America.  

 

Jaime Uanino, MPH, CPH, is a grant manager/procurement officer at Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority.  

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