College of Public Health Deans
Dean Susan J. Curry, Ph.D.
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Susan J. Curry was appointed dean of the UI College of Public Health on August 1, 2008. She is recognized internationally for expertise in behavioral science and translation of research findings into health policy. Her extensive research in tobacco includes studies of motivation to quit smoking, randomized trials of promising smoking cessation and prevention interventions, evaluations of the use and cost effectiveness of tobacco cessation treatments under different health insurance plans, and health care costs and utilization associated with tobacco cessation. Dr. Curry’s research also encompasses studies of dietary change, modification of risky drinking patterns, and methods of increasing compliance with recommended cancer screening. She has served as a principal investigator or co-investigator on 30 grants funded by NIH, CDC, and major foundations. 
The associate dean for public health practice has primary responsibility for representing the college in this area within the state, nationally, and internationally, and also directs the Institute for Public Health Practice, which manages the college’s public health practice outreach and training activities.
The associate dean for research and academic affairs manages the college’s research office, all faculty appointments, faculty promotion and tenure, academic policies and procedures, and other faculty affairs.
The assistant dean for administration manages the fiscal, human resources, facilities, and administrative activities of the college. The assistant dean also advises the dean in relation to policy and planning for programs, instruction, research, and service activities.
The assistant dean and director of the Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) degree program directs the M.P.H. program and oversees M.P.H. processes such as recruitment, admissions, orientation, and academic advising; coordinates M.P.H. focus areas, subtracks, and dual and joint degrees; assures the quality of educational programs; and represents the college nationally in M.P.H. program development.
The associate dean for education and student affairs directs collegiate educational programs; oversees student affairs processes, such as admissions, recruitment, and orientation; leads accreditation processes; and represents the college nationally in public health education. The associate dean also leads the college’s strategic planning functions.
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