USF College of Public Health Monday Letter, October 14

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The USF College of Public Health is headed to Minneapolis!

Your COPH 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.

USF update on Hurricane Milton

The USF Tampa 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.

USF community mobilizes for Hurricane Helene recovery

In the wake of the hurricane, the University of South Florida 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.

Scientist and storyteller: A student’s mission to promote public health through children's books

Originally from a small town south of Atlanta, second-year COPH doctoral student Alyssa Hughes Durfey has traveled the US in pursuit of her education and career for the last 11 years.

U.S. News ranks USF a top 50 public university, best value among all Florida universities

Over the past decade, USF has 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.

Research

COPH researchers study storm risk perceptions and COVID transmission

Floridians know from experience the trials of evacuating from a life-threatening storm, as witnessed recently when hurricane Helene ravaged the west coast and made landfall in the Panhandle.

Florida Research Data Center network will offer USF researchers detailed access to federal data

The University of South Florida joined the Florida Research Data Center network on Tuesday, October 1, enabling USF researchers to access detailed data gathered by the U.S. Census Bureau and 15 other federal agencies.

Premature menopause may negate ‘longevity benefit’ of women vs. men

Menopause onset before age 40 years appears to negate a longevity benefit women typically have over men, particularly among women who also undergo hormone therapy, researchers reported.

Grads Made Good

From Cuba to Tampa, this alumna's path always led to health care

Originally born in Pinar Del Rio, Cuba, COPH alumna Alicia Gomez Fuego grew up in a small town outside of the city called San Luis on a small farm where large quantities of tobacco were planted and livestock raised.

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USF COPH: Did you know… Disaster Preparedness

The University of South Florida College of Public Health is home to two undergraduate degree programs: bachelor of science in public health and bachelor of science in health sciences. These programs offer engaging classes, enriching learning opportunities and set students up for future success.

Tune in to learn how students work on the front line in disaster preparedness. Then, connect with the University of South Florida and help advance the public's health!

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COPH Study Abroad Fair

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COPH Peace Corps Panel Discussion

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Walk to End Alzheimer's

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