Hamann comments on Iowa law that expands ‘pedestrian’ definition

A new law signed by Gov. Kim Reynolds late last week changes and expands the definition of "pedestrian" in Iowa code. The recently signed HF 2568 bill gives Iowans more protection when they cross the street. (KGAN) Published May 8, 2024

UI researchers study self-driving cars and crosswalk cues for young pedestrians

Elizabeth O'Neal, assitant professor of community and behavioral health, is part of a UI research team studying how children interact with driverless cars to determine when it's safe to cross the road. (KCRG) Published May 8, 2024

CPH students seek to bridge rural-urban health divide

A group of our graduating MHA/MPH students — Jenah McCarty, Hallie Vonk, and Nick Lembezeder — have laid a solid foundation for a student organization that focuses on reducing health disparities in rural communities — like the ones they call home. (Iowa Now) Published May 8, 2024

Grads, stay in touch with the CPH alumni directory, social media

Congratulations, new grads! We invite you to connect with other alumni and stay in touch with the college as you begin your next adventure. Check out the CPH online alumni directory and CPH social media accounts. Published May 2, 2024

Spring commencement details

The College of Public Health Commencement Ceremony will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, at Hancher Auditorium. View more details about the event. Published May 2, 2024

Student-run workshop introduces girls to biostatistics, math, and coding

Last month, several graduate students from the Department of Biostatistics held an introductory coding and biostatistics workshop with fourth through sixth grade girls participating in the Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County’s (NCJC) after school program in Iowa City. Amy Wu, one of the students coordinating the workshop, shared more details about the event. Published May 2, 2024

2024 Outstanding Alumni Award Recipients

The University of Iowa College of Public Health is pleased to announce the recipients of the college’s 2024 Outstanding Alumni Awards: Vijay Golla and Daniela Moga. Published May 2, 2024

From the Front Row: Rural health care challenges and opportunities

This episode features a panel discussion on rural health care sponsored by the Student Association for Rural Health at the University of Iowa College of Public Health. Published May 2, 2024

Take a Finals Week break at the IMU

Need some caffeine and carbs? Maybe some yoga or quality time with a therapy dog? Check out the list of events, free food, and more taking place next week at the Iowa Memorial Union. Published May 1, 2024

2024 CPH Faculty, Staff, and Student Awards presented

Students, faculty, staff, and alumni were honored at the annual CPH Awards & Recognition presentation held May 1, 2024. See a list of all who were recognized at the event. Published May 1, 2024