Pulitzer Prize-winning author Tracy Kidder to visit UI

Iowa Writers’ Workshop alum and acclaimed nonfiction author Tracy Kidder (74MFA) will take part in a free, public event at the Iowa Memorial Union’s Main Lounge on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 7:30 p.m. He will reflect on his lengthy literary career and read from some of his bestselling work. Published September 12, 2024

Three CPH alums named ‘Forty Under 40’ leaders

Three College of Public Health alumni will be honored by the Corridor Business Journal with its "Forty Under 40" leadership awards.  Published September 12, 2024

Apply for a New Faculty Research Award

Eligible CPH primary faculty are invited to apply for a New Faculty Research Award. This award is intended to assist faculty in collecting preliminary data or pilot studies leading to larger projects. Applications are due Oct. 18, 2024. Published September 11, 2024

Department of Community and Behavioral Health turns 25!

The Department of Community and Behavioral Health is proudly marking its 25th anniversary as an academic department of the College of Public Health! To celebrate this milestone, the department invites all College of Public Health faculty, students, and staff to join in a day of activities celebrating CBH on Tuesday, Sept. 24. Published September 11, 2024

PHOTOS: Back-to-school food trucks

See photos from our annual food truck event for CPH students, faculty, and staff. Published September 11, 2024

PHOTOS: CPH Day of Service

CPH students and faculty took part in our annual Day of Service to kick off the semester. See the photos! Published September 11, 2024

O’Shaughnessy discusses dust from gravel roads and respiratory health

Patrick O'Shaughnessy, professor of occupational and environmental health, recently discussed his research on how dust plumes from gravel roads affect the respiratory system. (The Gazette) Published September 11, 2024

Faculty focus: Daniel Sewell

In a recent Q&A, Daniel Sewell, associate professor of biostatistics, shared why he strives to be an expert and leader in biostatistics. Published September 11, 2024

College of Public Health celebrates first 25 years

The College of Public Health is celebrating our 25th anniversary! Answer a CPH trivia question and get entered into our prize drawing! Published September 11, 2024

Askelson comments on food insecurity in Iowa

Natoshia Askelson, associate professor of community behavioral health, researches food security in the state of Iowa. Johnson County, in particular, struggles with higher food insecurity rates due to the large student body and large immigrant and refugee populations, Askelson says. (Daily Iowan) Published September 11, 2024